Health literacy and social change: exploring networks and interests groups shaping the rising global health literacy movement.

Limited health literacy is a neglected public health challenge in many countries. To bridge the gap, various interest groups, coalitions and networks have increasingly been formed. This study aimed to scope the formation of health literacy groups, coalitions and networks to map their existence and to discuss whether an actual global health literacy movement is under development. The internet was searched, particularly using Google, LinkedIn and Twitter. The 60 identified entities were categorised and analysed according to their target group, geographical origin, member profile, aim, year of establishment and communication platform. The study revealed a vibrant worldwide health literacy community driving the rise of an emerging global health literacy movement for social change towards empowerment and health equity. Time will show whether health literacy will successfully become mainstream or fade out without impact.