Academic Pharmacy Section of FIP

25/12/2025

As the year draws to a close, Academic Pharmacy Section wants to send our warmest thoughts to our members, colleagues, and friends around the world.

Whether you are grading final exams, working on the frontlines in a pharmacy, or enjoying a well-deserved break, we want to thank you for your dedication this past year. 💙

Our mission is to create inclusive pharmaceutical education for everyone, and today we celebrate the strength that comes from our diverse, international network. We hope you take this time to rest, recharge, and connect with loved ones.

Here is to a healthy and inspiring season ahead! See you in 2026. 👋

22/12/2025

FIP Academic Pharmacy Section (AcPS) is pleased to announce the launch of our official Instagram account. As we continue to implement our Strategic Plan 2022-2027, expanding our digital presence is key to increasing member visibility and fostering international networking.

We invite all pharmacy educators, researchers, and students to follow us for:
🔹 Exclusive visual highlights from global events
🔹 Quick updates on our Digital Events and Town Halls
🔹 Recognition of our members' achievements and scholarship

Connect with us to stay updated on the latest in pharmaceutical education and training.
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12/12/2025

Congratulations to FIP Vice President Robert Moss on being the 2025 recipient of the ASHP Donald E. Francke Medal.

Congratulations to FIP vice president Robert Moss on being named the 2025 recipient of the American Society of Health-System Pharmacists (ASHP) Donald E. Francke Medal, presented at the ASHP Midyear Clinical Meeting this week.

This award honours exceptional international contributions to advancing pharmacy practice. Mr Moss's leadership in improving patient care, strengthening hospital pharmacy education and integrating IT and eHealth solutions has enhanced hospital pharmacy services and outcomes across Europe and globally. Mr Moss also delivered the Francke lecture titled "Seeing with many eyes: A shared view on global pharmacy".

09/12/2025

FIP has launched its Strategic Plan 2025–2030 today, setting a renewed direction for the global pharmacy profession: https://www.fip.org/file/6445. Against a backdrop of workforce pressures, technological change and growing climate challenges, the plan outlines how FIP will strengthen the pharmacy workforce, promote innovation and support equitable access to medicines and quality care worldwide.

Central to the strategy is the “ONE FIP” vision, bringing together practice, science and education to drive collaboration across disciplines and regions. Key priorities include supporting the economic sustainability of pharmacy, accelerating digital transformation, embedding climate resilience and advancing health equity in line with the FIP Development Goals and UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

“Pharmacy is evolving, and FIP is leading that evolution,” said FIP President Paul Sinclair AM. “This Strategic Plan is a call to action for members and partners to help build a healthier, more resilient world by 2030.”

08/12/2025

Driving equity and health literacy across the South-East Asia Region calls for coordinated action and strong advocacy. FIP is inviting pharmacy leaders and practitioners to champion initiatives that empower communities and improve access to trustworthy health information. Here are five practical ways to make an impact 👇🏻

This digital events series builds on the findings of the FIP report “Advancing health literacy through pharmacy-led public health initiatives." Access the report here: https://www.fip.org/file/6387 and the digital event recording here: https://events.fip.org/previous-fip-digital-events?event=1373.

Share your initiatives with FIP at fip@fip.org or tag us in your posts!

24/11/2025

What a dynamic session with our global pharmacy trailblazers! The Academic Pharmacy Section of FIP Collaboration & Communication Working Group (CCWG) wrapped up a powerful post-meeting reflection—now, let’s turn insights into impact for healthier communities worldwide! 🚀

🙌 Thank You, WG Heroes!
To every member who brought passion and expertise—your commitment to FIP’s fuels our progress!

🚀 What’s Next?
Stay tuned for detailed action plans and our upcoming expansion in early 2026! Let’s keep the momentum—together, we strengthen pharmacy’s global impact! 💊✨

15/11/2025

Yesterday pharmacists around the world honored World Diabetes Day.
Every day pharmacists play a vital role in managing diabetes.

12/11/2025

📢 Don’t miss tomorrow’s FIP digital event at 10:00 CET! Join us for “Assuring Quality, Advancing Impact: Opportunities and Challenges for Pharmacy Education in the Western Pacific”, where experts will discuss how quality assurance can drive excellence and strengthen pharmacy education across the region. Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/8417617375195/WN_Tajkjy2XRcSql0-B8QiESA #/registration.

07/11/2025

Quality assurance is vital to advancing pharmacy education in the Western Pacific. This FIP–UNITWIN digital event offers practical insights from leading experts to help your school strengthen accreditation and enhance regional & global recognition. Join us on 13 November at 10:00 CET to learn more. https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/3517617378728/WN_Tajkjy2XRcSql0-B8QiESA

01/11/2025

The second day of the FIP-IPA Vaccination Training Programme was marked with enthusiasm and active participation from all trainees. The morning session focused on practice sessions followed by assessment and evaluation, where students demonstrated the knowledge and skills gained during the training.

The valedictory session brought the two-day training to a successful close. Trainees shared their heartfelt feedback and learning experiences, expressing how the sessions enhanced their practical understanding of vaccination procedures and public health importance.

The day and event concluded with the distribution of certificates to participants and the felicitation of distinguished guests and resource persons for their valuable contributions throughout the programme.

Faculty at VIPS concluded with their words of appreciation "A memorable and insightful end to a fruitful two-day journey of learning, skill development, and professional growth!"

International Pharmaceutical Federation (FIP) | | | Academic Pharmacy Section of FIP | | Indian Pharmaceutical Association | | Indian Pharmaceutical Association - Community Pharmacy Division | # IPA Community Pharmacy Division | | | Education Division | Education Division | | Indian Pharmaceutical Association Students' Forum

Mansi Shah Doshi | | | | Dr G Sumalatha | | .V. | | Carl Schneider |

27/10/2025

The FIP-IPA Vaccination Training Project, a transformative initiative aimed at empowering pharmacists to be trained vaccinators, and strengthening the nation’s primary healthcare delivery, is currently training pharmacy faculty and students at the Vikas Institute of Pharmaceutical Sciences (VIPS), Rajahmundry.

After 2 phases of the Train the Trainer under this FIP-IPA Pharmacists' Vaccination training project, the training at VIPS marks only the second time such a prestigious training program has been organised for pharmacists in India, reflecting the growing potential and recognition of pharmacists as vital contributors to public health.

Under the expert guidance of Ms. Mansi Doshi and Dr. Raj Vaidya, along with their dedicated team, participants underwent comprehensive training encompassing online and face-to-face sessions, BLS certification, knowledge enhancement, and practical vaccination skills, which will be followed by competency assessment.

A proud step forward for the FIP, IPA and the host institute, VIPS, in advancing pharmacy practice and promoting public health through pharmacist-led vaccination! 🌍💉

International Pharmaceutical Federation (FIP) | Academic Pharmacy Section of FIP | Community Pharmacy Section of FIP | Indian Pharmaceutical Association | Indian Pharmaceutical Association - Community Pharmacy Division | Indian Pharmaceutical Association Education Division | Indian Pharmaceutical Association Students' Forum | Vikas Institute of pharmaceutical sciences rajahmundry | T V Narayana | Suma Latha | Mansi Shah Doshi | Raj Vaidya | Vrushali Doshi | Venkata Komali Medam | Gunda Rajeev Sri Sasikar | Carl Schneider | Manjiri Gharat | Jane Hanrahan


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