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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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Student Exchange

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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Latest news

152nd WHO Executive Board Meeting

March 11, 2023

“I encourage all Member States to meet our youth today [and] to include Youth Representatives in your delegations to the […]

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IFMSA, FIGO and WATOG joint statement on abortion and contraception in medical education

January 5, 2023

The joint statement to support the inclusion of contraception and abortion in sexual and reproductive health and wellbeing education for […]

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Youth Action for a Healthy Future for All! | Universal Health Coverage Day 2022

December 12, 2022

Building the world we want Each year, on the 12th of December, the world comes together to celebrate the International […]

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