Better Care Begins with Stronger Connections
Integrated care brings together healthcare, social care, community services, academia and policymakers to deliver more coordinated, person-centred care. As populations age and health needs become more complex, stronger collaboration, shared knowledge and innovation across sectors and borders are essential.
This shared purpose inspired the creation of the Intercontinental Alliance for Integrated Care (IAIC), a global network advancing integrated care through research, knowledge exchange and international partnerships.
Connecting Expertise Across Borders
Why IAIC
As populations age and care needs grow more complex, stronger collaboration across health, social care, academia and policymaking is essential.
Our Origins
Building on the 2023 Integrated Care Learning Symposium (ICLS), IAIC was established in 2024 to advance integrated care through international collaboration.
Today
IAIC connects organisations worldwide to share knowledge, foster innovation and strengthen integrated care.
Our Mission
Advance integrated care through international partnerships, collaborative research and knowledge exchange.
Our Vision
A future where integrated, person-centred care improves lives and strengthens communities worldwide.
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.png?sfvrsn=cc4595f9_1 "Chiang Mai Rajabhat University (Thailand)")
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Turning Global Collaboration into Local Action
IAIC's local chapters strengthen the alliance's presence within local communities by bringing together organisations committed to advancing integrated care. As the network grows, these partnerships create new opportunities for collaboration, knowledge exchange and future initiatives.
Featured Highlights
Explore the milestones that have shaped IAIC's journey. From strengthening international partnerships and advancing collaborative research to showcasing innovation in integrated care, these highlights reflect how the alliance continues to create meaningful impact across regions.
EVENT
Beyond Borders, Beyond Age
21 November 2025 – Building on its inaugural year, IAIC 2025 strengthened international partnerships through dialogue, collaborative learning and knowledge exchange. The symposium showcased new initiatives and reinforced the alliance's shared commitment to advancing integrated care.
REPORT
Understanding Ageing Across Five Regions
21 November 2025 - Bringing together researchers from Asia, Europe and North America, IAIC's first collaborative study examines perceptions of ageing across five regions. The report demonstrates how international partnerships can generate evidence that informs integrated care and strengthens collaboration across borders.
EVENT
Building a Global Alliance
29 November 2024 - The launch of the Intercontinental Alliance for Integrated Care (IAIC) marked the beginning of a global partnership advancing integrated care through collaboration, research and knowledge exchange. Bringing together universities and healthcare organisations across continents, the alliance established a shared platform to tackle common healthcare challenges and foster innovation.
Shaping the Future of Integrated Care
Five focus areas guide how IAIC advances integrated care through international collaboration, research and innovation.
01
Continuity of Care
Supporting more connected experiences across healthcare, social, and community settings.
02
Healthy Ageing
Promoting approaches that enable individuals to age well across the lifespan.
03
Digital Inclusion and Innovation
Exploring technologies that improve access, participation, and quality of care.
04
Training and Capacity Building
Strengthening workforce capabilities to support future-ready integrated care systems.
05
Governance and Economics
Advancing sustainable models and policies that strengthen integrated care
Where Collaboration Becomes Action
Turning Collaboration into Meaningful Outcomes
IAIC advances integrated care through initiatives that bring people, ideas, and practice together. Through annual gatherings, strategic dialogue, learning experiences, collaborative research, and ongoing knowledge exchange, the alliance creates opportunities to strengthen partnerships, generate insights, and shape future directions for integrated care.
Strategic Dialogue
Meaningful conversations that align priorities.
Learning Journeys
Experience integrated care in practice.
Research & Publications
Generate insights to advance integrated care.
Annual Gatherings
Strengthen partnerships across regions.
Partner Booth Showcase
Explore practical and community-led approaches.
Creating Impact Through Shared Action
Integrated care requires more than isolated solutions, it depends on bringing together diverse expertise, shared learning, and coordinated action. IAIC creates opportunities for partners across regions and sectors to exchange knowledge, strengthen capabilities, and shape more connected approaches to care.
Learn and Exchange
Advance integrated care through knowledge exchange
Connect and Strengthen Ecosystems
Build cross-sector partnerships for stronger, integrated and responsive care
Innovate and Build Capability
Advance care innovation and strengthen capabilities to support ageing well
Shape Research and Influence Change
Generate insights to shape research and inform healthier communities
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Shape the Future of Integrated Care
Whether through research, knowledge exchange, or partnership, IAIC creates opportunities to contribute to more connected and people-centred care systems.