TB Champions
Every voice counts in the fight against TB. These extraordinary individuals have used all of the resources at their disposal to raise awareness about TB, and to advocate for more action to be taken by governments, international organizations, and local communities. View all Champions »
Patient Activists See their stories »
Having fought their own personal battles against TB, these heroes are reaching out to others and taking action to stop the spread of the disease. By sharing their stories with the world, our patient-activists are raising awareness and bringing the issues surrounding TB to the forefront of the public agenda.
Policy Makers See their stories »
As members of international organizations and national governments, these champions use their political influence to promote policies that aid in the worldwide fight against the spread of TB.
Experts & Influentials See their stories »
This diverse set of individuals - including well-known athletes, doctors and health professionals, powerful activists, and even royalty - all use their prominent positions to advocate for increased action against TB.
Andrew George, Nick Herbert and Julie Morgan
These three Members of Parliament founded the UK's first ever All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) on Global TB.
Jorge Sampaio isn't your typical TB advocate. He stands out as one of the few truly committed political leaders dedicated to generating the public and political will to end tuberculosis.
Nelson Mandela's very personal encounter with TB left an indelible imprint on him that keeps him engaged in the fight against TB.
Elected to the Senate in 2006, Senator Sherrod Brown has fortified his reputation upon his propensity for forward-thinking and a willingness to garner bipartisan support for even the most challenging issues facing the United States.
Initially beginning his international career as a Canadian ambassador to the UN, then later assuming the position of UNICEF's Deputy Executive Director, Mr. Lewis hasn't shied away from tackling the world's toughest challenges.
