For the first time in African history, a continental summit dedicated entirely to psoriasis, brought together patient advocates, clinicians, researchers and policymakers to address one of the region’s most overlooked diseases. Held in Nairobi from May 7–9 and co-hosted by IFPA (the International Federation of Psoriasis Associations) and PsorAfrica (the regional association for psoriasis in Africa), the event marked a major step in placing psoriasis firmly on Africa’s public health agenda.
We are the global leader in fighting psoriatic disease
IFPA is the global organization dedicated to advocating for everyone affected by psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis. We unite national and regional patient associations representing more than 100 million people worldwide. Together, we work to improve access to care and enhance the quality of life for those living with psoriatic disease. Join our cause today.
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From Burden to Breakthrough
Get ready for the next IFPA Conference – the only global scientific congress dedicated to frontline research in psoriasis, psoriatic arthritis and beyond. The conference is themed: Bridging science, innovation and patient-centered care.
Join us in shaping a future where everyone living with psoriatic disease can enjoy better health, greater well-being, and freedom from stigma and preventable disability.
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World Psoriasis Day 2026
With the slogan “Look Beyond My Skin”, this year’s campaign calls for a shift in perspective: to recognize the person behind the disease, to listen to their experiences, embrace them for who they are, and to encourage greater understanding of psoriasis.
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Annual Report 2025
In 2025, IFPA focused on the link between psoriatic disease and comorbidities, highlighting its complexity and impact on the whole body, mental health, and all aspects of life. Last year has offered a critical opportunity to spread this message through our global #StopTheDominoEffect campaign.
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Youth with psoriasis in focus
IFPA presents World Psoriasis Day. Each year, the global community unites to raise awareness and call for action in support of people living with psoriatic disease. World Psoriasis Day has been celebrated on October 29th for more than a decade. Today, World Psoriasis Day is observed in over 70 countries.
With the slogan “Look Beyond My Skin”, this year’s campaign calls for a shift in perspective: to recognize the person behind the disease, to listen to their experiences, embrace them for who they are, and to encourage greater understanding of psoriasis.
“Health right is a human right”
“HEALTH RIGHT IS A HUMAN RIGHT”
“We want to raise awareness and break stigma around psoriasis in Paraguay”
BREAKING STIGMA IN PARAGUAY
IFPA Welcomes New Regional Collaboration to Strengthen Care for Psoriatic Disease Across Latin America
NEW COLLABORATION ACROSS LATIN AMERICA
Ambassador Program
BECOME A PSORIASIS AMBASSADOR
Lead change in your country
LEAD CHANGE IN YOUR COUNTRY
IFPA Accelerator
TRAINING FOR PATIENT ADVOCATES
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29October'26The world is uniting to raise awareness and take action against psoriatic disease.
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20May'27The world's most prominent physicians and researchers are calling for breakthroughs at the 8th World Psoriasis & Psoriatic Arthritis Conference.
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