This paper has been developed by a small group of civil society organisations: STOPAIDS; Aidsfonds; Civil Society Sustainability Network and Frontline AIDS. The views and ideas expressed here only represent the perspectives of the authors and do not claim to represent the views of broader civil society. The purpose of this paper is to present ideas for principles to guide the future of global health architecture and to prompt a wider discussion among broader civil society on the future of global health architecture. The next steps section on page 41 outlines opportunities to discuss and provide feedback on the suggested principles and questions highlighted in this paper.