The Lancet Commission on Adolescent Health and Wellbeing was established in 2013 and was a partnership of 30 of the world’s leading experts (those working in academic and technical institutions, and those at the policy / implementation coalface) from 14 countries and two youth health advocates. Auspiced by The Lancet and led by four academic institutions: The University of Melbourne; University College London; London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine and Columbia University.
Academic Partner Institutions
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We have developed a partnership with the University of Washington’s Institute of Health Metrics and Evaluation (IHME) to support the development of better health metrics for adolescents. |
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We thank the International Center for Research on Women (ICRW) who have conducted a global survey of youth advocates around their perception of major youth health needs in their countries. |
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The Public Health Foundation of India is undertaking a review of the health effects of the new social networking and digital media environment on young people. This includes consideration of potential harms and opportunities for health gain. |
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With economic development, families are changing rapidly. In this changing environment, the American University of Beirut is considering the scope for adolescent health promotion within families. |
Funders
We would like to thank our funders who have provided financial support, making this Commission possible.