International Foundation for Dermatology

The International Foundation for Dermatology (IFD) was created in 1987 to carry out the humanitarian work of the @ildsderm #SkinHealth4theWorld

[International Foundation for Dermatology @IFDerm]

DermImpact Grant Applications are now open. 🌍

Apply for a two-year grant providing $10,000 per year ($20,000 total) to support sustainable dermatology initiatives in underserved communities worldwide. Applications close 17 July 5PM GMT.

Learn & apply: https://t.co/YatcBVKD3X

[International Foundation for Dermatology @IFDerm]

Recipients of the 2026 DermLink Grants Programme have now been announced! 21 projects across 18 countries in Africa, South America, and Asia will receive support, with US$100,000 awarded, the highest number of projects supported since the programme began➡️ https://t.co/UYIRLdaKQh

[International Foundation for Dermatology @IFDerm]

Over 2,300 refugees in Kakuma Refugee Camp received dermatological care during a one-week outreach led by the @ILDSDerm IFD Migrant Health Working Group in collaboration with @UNHCR_Kenya and @WHOKenya @WHO.

Our article shares the story behind the mission https://t.co/rq52jaIHFZ

[International League of Dermatological Societies @ILDSDerm]

New: The Global Dermato-Epidemiology Forum (GDEF) A collaborative initiative and seminar series connecting dermatology, epidemiology, and public health to advance evidence for skin health.

📅 First Seminar: 30 April 2026
Register: https://t.co/DTiIgsKC61

[International Foundation for Dermatology @IFDerm]

On #WorldHealthDay, Dr Claire Fuller and Dr Esther Freeman are joining cross-sector discussions at the #OneHealthSummit in Lyon on how a One Health approach can strengthen collaboration, prevention, and access to care - with skin health part of the global health conversation.

[UNHCR KENYA @UNHCR_Kenya]

Access to specialized skin care remains limited in Kakuma 🇰🇪

Together with @WHOKenya, @TurkanaCountyKE, @ILDSDerm & @IFDerm, dermatologists provided free treatment and care to 2,000+ refugees and hosts.
Thank you to all our partners for bringing care to those most in need.

[International League of Dermatological Societies @ILDSDerm]

🎉We're proud to launch the new ILDS Skin Health Training Hub, a free global learning platform developed with @WHO.

With skin diseases affecting nearly 5 billion people, the Hub supports education to help healthcare workers improve care worldwide.

Join: https://t.co/eUuTd604bn

[WHO Kenya @WHOKenya]

🔹 2,300+ patients reached
🔹 Specialist skin care delivered

@WHO is proud to have joined @ILDSDerm, @UNHCR_Kenya, @MOH_Kenya and local Kenyan dermatologists at Kakuma Refugee Camp, to provide skin consultations, treatment and medicines, train frontline health workers, and pilot teledermatology.

#SkinHealth #NTDs

[International Foundation for Dermatology @IFDerm]

Dermatologic care, education and research - how do they come together to strengthen capacity?

The RDTC is featured in the Journal of Investigative Dermatology, highlighting its role in sub-Saharan Africa.

🔗 https://t.co/htoX4qvT5o

[International Foundation for Dermatology @IFDerm]

Out now! The second issue of the Community Skin Health Journal (CSHJ) is live on our website and the CSH App. Dive into timely and global insights 📰✨Read the full issue and stay informed on the latest in community skin health: https://t.co/jsZakt9aMe

[International Foundation for Dermatology @IFDerm]

Join this World NTD Day webinar exploring how skin-related neglected tropical diseases are increasingly shaped by migration, climate change, and global health inequities. #WorldNTDDay #BeatNTDs

📅 30 January 2026
⏰ 14:00–16:00 GMT
👉 Register here: https://t.co/A3jW9QE0Ce

[International Foundation for Dermatology @IFDerm]

Catching up with the Pacific Dermatology Training Centre - now featured in @derm_digest! With support, including a US$1 million ILDS commitment, the PDTC is expanding training, research and new services to strengthen dermatology care across the Pacific: https://t.co/2d047HntQJ

[International Foundation for Dermatology @IFDerm]

A new PHOTO STORY in CSHJ Vol 21, Issue 1 features a 23-year-old who developed dermatophytosis directly over a tattoo 20 days after it was done. Fungal elements were confirmed on microscopy & antifungal treatment led to full recovery: https://t.co/97QGPpptHc

[International Foundation for Dermatology @IFDerm]

We’re proud to share highlights from the 16th Annual NNN Conference in Kampala, Uganda! Read ILDS Postdoctoral Fellow, Dr Morvarid Zehtab's reflections and key takeaways from the Kampala event: https://t.co/v6eQcZY1Uz @ILDSDerm #SkinHealthforAll #NNN2025 #SkinNTDs

[International Foundation for Dermatology @IFDerm]

Highlights from Day 1 of the 4th ILDS World Skin Summit, bringing together over 150 leaders, representing 94 dermatology societies from around the world to the #WSS2025 in Cape Town, South Africa. #SkinHealth4theWorld

[International Foundation for Dermatology @IFDerm]

We really enjoyed being part of this year’s @NTD_NGOs Network (NNN) Skin Symposium 2025 in Kampala, which brought together organisations and experts dedicated to ending neglected tropical diseases worldwide! https://t.co/25QZXIdkMb #NNN2025 #SkinNTDs #Dermatology @ILDSDerm

[International Foundation for Dermatology @IFDerm]

📖 Want to sharpen your skills in recognising infectious skin #ulcers? This new article in Community Skin Health Journal explores ulcers of infectious aetiology, with real case examples, diagnostic clues, and treatment strategies. https://t.co/Az23yufscC #skinulcers #CSHJ

[International Foundation for Dermatology @IFDerm]

⚠️ Deadline Extended! Thinking about applying for the 2026 DermLink Grants Programme? Now's your chance - we've extended the deadline to give you more time to prepare and submit your application.

New deadline: Friday 10 October 2025, 16:00 GMT. Apply 👉 https://t.co/hsdIxenhRH

[International Foundation for Dermatology @IFDerm]

⏳ Two weeks left to apply! Looking for funding to enable you to improve skin health in an underserved community? You can still apply for a #DermLink grant, but only until 16:00 GMT on 3 October! Apply here: https://t.co/CLZytc6k1Q

[International Foundation for Dermatology @IFDerm]

Reminder! The 2026 DermLink Grants Programme is still open for applications until 3 October 2025. ILDS Member? Apply now. Not an ILDS Member? Partner with one of our members to support your application: https://t.co/CLZytc6k1Q
#SkinHealth4theWorld #DermLink