Diya Banerjee

Head of Social Media
World Health Organization

Diya Banerjee is the Team Lead for Social Media at the World Health Organization (WHO), bringing over 20 years of diverse and impactful work experience to the role. Her extensive career includes significant contributions to other UN bodies such as the International Labour Organization (ILO) and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), where she specialized in advocacy and strategic communications. Diya has also worked with reputed think tanks, focusing on renewable energy and responsible business. Her professional journey spans both broadcast and print journalism, where she has covered topics such as mob violence, migration, India’s electoral landscape, and women’s rights. In 2015, her documentary, "The Hope Doctors," garnered international acclaim and won the Best Documentary Audience Award. Diya holds two master's degrees in film and media production. She is a sought-after speaker on strategic digital communications and has delivered lectures at institutions such as ILO’s training center, McGill University, University of Basel, Advatera, and more.

Outside of her professional endeavors, Diya is passionate about nature trails, and reading.

Diya Banerjee’s Session

1:30 p.m.–2:15 p.m. PT — Wednesday, June 18, 2025

Panel: Leveraging Fanbase Culture to Drive Impact on Social

In today’s attention economy, brands must do more than show up—they must earn their place in the conversation. This panel explores how organizations, from global health institutions to leading financial brands, are tapping into fanbase culture and influencer communities to create social impact. Panelists from Edelman, WHO, and Lenovo will share how they’re embracing co-creation, emotional storytelling, and influencer collaboration to navigate today’s fast-changing media landscape - particularly in the face of growing misinformation. Discover how strategic partnerships and authentic engagement are redefining what it means to lead with influence and build trust online.

Key Takeaways:

  • Discover how to build authentic, emotion-driven campaigns that empower fan communities to participate and advocate.
  • Explore practical frameworks for identifying and partnering with influencers who align with your brand voice and values.
  • Learn how WHO effectively partners with medical and non-medical influencers (with limited resources) to spread credible health information.
  • Walk away with co-creation strategies that balance brand guidelines with decentralized content to maximize authenticity and impact.
  • Understand how influencer storytelling can be a powerful tool to combat misinformation and increase public trust.
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