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Who we are

The International Federation of Medical Students Associations (IFMSA), founded in 1951, is one of the world’s oldest and largest student-run organisations. It represents, connects and engages every day with an inspiring and engaging network of 1.3 million medical students from 139 NMOs in 130 countries around the globe.

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Each year, more than 15.000 medical students embark on a journey to explore health care delivery and health systems in different cultural and social settings.

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Policy & Advocacy

As an international federation, we are in an optimal position to influence decisions taken on at all levels, collaborating with different organizations that go from a global reach to a local implementation.

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You can find all MSI issues, our blog and the recent news by visiting our Media Center

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Building resilience | CRIMEDIM’s health systems lens

September 25, 2023

We tend to focus on disasters only when one is happening, but we need to remember that this is and [...]

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Healthy planet, healthy people | Discussing the interconnectedness of our health with Shweta Narayan

September 25, 2023

How does Health Care Without Harm work towards transforming healthcare systems worldwide to reduce their environmental footprint and become community […]

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Healthcare students in HIV response – launching the Declaration of Commitment

August 24, 2023

In an era marked by global challenges, the role of young people and healthcare students in shaping the world cannot […]

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IFMSA is proud of its cooperation with a wide range of stakeholders such as UN bodies, NGOs and youth organizations.