The Global Oral Health Leadership Institute (GOHLI) is looking for the next cohort of leaders ready to shape the future of oral health — locally, nationally and globally.
If you are driven by purpose, passionate about improving health outcomes, and ready to lead change in complex systems, GOHLI-2 is your next step.
What is GOHLI?
GOHLI is a global leadership development program designed specifically for people working to transform oral health systems. It brings together emerging leaders from public health, policy, dentistry, industry, academia, NGOs and community organizations — creating a unique, cross-sector learning environment.
GOHLI is not a traditional course. It is…
- A leadership accelerator
- A collaborative network
- A space for honest dialogue and shared problem-solving
- A catalyst for system-wide innovation
Who should apply?
GOHLI-2 welcomes candidates who:
- Work in dentistry, oral health, public health, global health or adjacent sectors
- Aspire to lead change at organizational, national or global levels
- Are committed to improving access, equity and health outcomes
- Want to collaborate with others who share a vision for better oral health
- Bring curiosity, humility and a willingness to challenge the status quo
Whether you are a clinician, policy professional, researcher, manager, NGO leader, early-career innovator or industry professional — what matters is your potential and your commitment.
What will you gain?
Participants in GOHLI-2 will develop:
- Leadership skills for navigating complexity, influencing policy, and building partnerships
- System-thinking capability to drive sustainable improvement
- Global perspective on oral health challenges and opportunities
- A powerful network of peers and mentors from around the world
- Real-world impact, supported through action learning and collaborative projects
GOHLI prepares you to lead in environments where innovation, collaboration and resilience are essential.
Program Highlights
- Open application period: 15 January 2026
- Residential program: London, King’s College, October 2026
- Global Stakeholders’ Day: bringing together academic, industry, NGO and government leaders
- Blended learning experience: virtual sessions leading up to the residential week
Why now?
Oral health systems around the world are undergoing rapid change. New technologies, new models of care, and new public expectations demand a new kind of leadership.
GOHLI-2 is designed to equip emerging leaders with exactly the skills, connections and confidence needed to navigate these shifts — and to shape them.
How to stay informed
On the GOHLI webpage you’ll find:
- Pre-registration link to receive early updates
- Sponsorship opportunities for those wishing to support equitable participation
- Full program details as they become available
