ILDS Activities at WCD2023 Singapore
News from ILDS
The International League of Dermatological Societies (ILDS) is gearing up for an exciting lineup of activities at the World Congress of Dermatology (WCD) 2023 in Singapore.
From our session during the Scientific Programme on “Promoting Skin Health for the World: Insight into the ILDS” to the Assembly of Delegates Meeting, where ILDS Member Representatives will be asked to vote for the next host city for WCD2027, there is plenty to get involved in and learn more about our mission to attain the best possible skin health for all people around the world.
Assembly of Delegates – Ordinary Meeting (open to registered representatives of the ILDS Members only)
The Ordinary Meeting of the ILDS Assembly of Delegates is a significant event for the ILDS. At the meeting, ILDS Member Representatives (referred to as ‘Delegates’) will receive reports from the ILDS President, Secretary General and Treasurer, and will vote for the next host city for the WCD2027. Guadalajara and Munich have been proposed and presentations will be made by the two bidding committee representatives for consideration. The delegates will also vote for the nominees for the ILDS Board of Directors and discuss and vote on the proposed new Articles of Association put forward by the ILDS board.
The meeting will have two sessions, one on Wednesday 5th July from 15.00 to 17.30 and the other on Thursday 6th July from 16.00 to 17.30. Please note: this meeting is only open to registered delegates of ILDS Member Societies.
Promoting Skin Health for the World: ILDS Session during the Scientific Programme
The ILDS is also planning a session during the Scientific Programme of WCD2023. The session will take place on Tuesday 4th July from 14.30 to 15.50 and is titled “Promoting Skin Health for the World: Insight into the ILDS.” During the session, ILDS Board Members and Special Advisors will presentation the activities of the ILDS, including its work with the World Health Organization (WHO), the International Foundation for Dermatology, and patient organisations. The session will also cover ILDS events, including the 3rd ILDS World Skin Summit 2022.
GLODERM Scientific Meeting
The International Alliance of Global Dermatology Health (GLODERM) is hosting a Scientific Meeting on Monday, July 3rd from 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM. The meeting will showcase the alliance’s progress, with presentations from the first and second cohort of mentees and mentors of the Mentorship Programme, launched in 2022, showcasing their inspiring work. The event will also include presentations by CeraVe, a generous supporter of GLODERM, and other distinguished keynote speakers.
Make sure to stop by the ILDS booth in the Patient Village to gain valuable insights into the ILDS and the International Foundation for Dermatology’s work, and to learn more about World Skin Health Day and other related topics!
