In a world increasingly defined by data, the most personal data of all — our health data — is often the least understood, the least accessible, and the least protected by those who generate it. For billions of people around the world, health data remains fragmented, controlled by institutions, and out of reach for the very individuals whose lives it reflects.

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The Global Decentralized Health Information Foundation (GDHIF) was born from a bold vision: to build a future where everyone, everywhere has the power to access, control, and benefit from their own health information.

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We believe data is not just a technical resource — it’s a human right.

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Our foundation was created to empower communities, advocate for policy reform, and deploy decentralized technologies that return control of health data to individuals — especially in underserved and underrepresented regions. We exist to champion equity in the digital health revolution and to educate the world on why data sovereignty is essential to global health justice.

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By bridging technology, education, and empowerment, we are reshaping the future of health — not just for today, but for generations to come.