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The Global Alcohol Policy Alliance (GAPA) is a network of not-for-profit organisations and people who share information on alcohol issues and advocate for evidence-based alcohol policies, free from commercial interests. The GAPA mission is to “reduce alcohol-related harm worldwide by promoting science-based policies independent of commercial interests”.
GAPA was established following a Conference held in Syracuse, New York in 2000. GAPA was created because of the identified need to match the measures being undertaken by the global alcohol industry to “increase sales and circumvent health promotion policies”.
Official website: https://globalgapa.org/
ACT Promoção da Saúde (ACT Health Promotion) is a Brazilian non-governmental organization founded in 2006, dedicated to advancing and defending public health policies. ACT focuses on controlling tobacco, alcohol, and air pollution; promoting healthy eating and physical activity; and fostering sustainability in its broadest sense. Its advocacy efforts combine political engagement, strategic communication, network mobilization, training, and research. The organization's mission is to create healthy, sustainable environments that help prevent risk factors for non-communicable diseases. Guided by the values of ethics, transparency, independence, diversity, partnership, and innovation, ACT is recognized as a credible national leader in evidence-based public health policy and civil society empowerment and engagement.
Official website: https://actbr.org.br/
The Associação Brasileira de Estudos em Álcool e outras Drogas - ABEAD ( Brazilian Association for the Study of Alcohol and Other Drugs) is a non-profit organization dedicated to fostering dialogue, advancing research, and disseminating knowledge on substance use disorders and behavioral addictions. With over 45 years of expertise, ABEAD brings together professionals from diverse fields, promoting the exchange of scientific knowledge and best practices. Its work contributes significantly to prevention, treatment, and policy development related to addictions in Brazil and internationally.
Official website: https://abead.com.br/
Vital Strategies believes every person should be protected by an equitable and effective public health system. We partner with governments, communities, and organizations around the world to reimagine public health so that health is supported in all the places we live, work, and play. The result is millions of people living longer, healthier lives.
Official website: https://www.vitalstrategies.org/ or follow us @VitalStrat
The Ministry of Health of Brazil (Ministério da Saúde) is the federal government body responsible for developing and implementing public health policies in Brazil. It manages and coordinates the Unified Health System (SUS), ensuring universal and equitable access to healthcare services for all citizens. The Ministry oversees national programs in disease prevention, health promotion, epidemiological surveillance, and healthcare delivery, while also engaging in international cooperation on health matters.
Official website: https://www.gov.br/saude
The Ministry of Justice and Public Security of Brazil (Ministério da Justiça e Segurança Pública) is the federal institution charged with ensuring the rule of law, the protection of citizens’ rights, and the promotion of public security in Brazil. Its responsibilities include overseeing the federal police, border control, immigration, consumer protection, legal affairs, and cooperation with state and international justice systems. The Ministry plays a central role in safeguarding democratic institutions and upholding justice throughout the country.
Official website: https://www.gov.br/mj
