The Global Institute for Infectious Disease Control (GIIDC)

About Us

The Global Institute for Infectious Disease and Control (GIIDC) is dedicated to tackling enduring challenges in human health. We recognize that solutions to these issues span beyond traditional medical and public health realms, encompassing disciplines such as design, law, policy, and business. Drawing upon the diverse expertise both within Kogi State and globally, we collaborate closely with organizations, governments, scholars, and individuals committed to advancing health worldwide. By convening diverse perspectives, identifying gaps, creating new learning opportunities, and advising policymakers, GIIDC aims to promote health equity for all. Join us as we champion a more innovative, evidence-based, and collaborative approach to global health.

 

To make meaningful progress, it's imperative to comprehend the intricate interplay of factors influencing health outcomes worldwide. We have a responsibility to deepen this understanding. Collaborative, cross-disciplinary research, often spanning across borders, holds the potential to illuminate paths forward. Early engagement of policymakers, practitioners, students, and the public is paramount in this endeavour.