GHH Patient Councils are comprised of representatives from Patient Organisation Affiliates with similar interests and aims in particular heart disease areas. Patient councils operate as a partnership of affiliates supported by a dedicated GHH development lead. Currently, GHH has established Patient Councils in Heart Failure, Heart Valve Disease and Cardiomyopathy. Patient organisation affiliates in each council mutually agree with the council goals and priorities, propose projects, engage in and contribute to ongoing work, including coordination and participation in regional and local capacity, and capability building and advocacy activities.