International Pediatric Association

International Pediatric Association The International Pediatric Association (IPA) was formed in Paris in 1910 by a group of European pediatricians

IPA VALUES

Excellence of knowledge and expertise in child health: Pediatricians will be leaders in defining and creating a sound body of scientific and practical knowledge concerning child health. Evidence based action: Pediatricians will incorporate best practices validated by evidenced based studies into all their professional activities. Prevention as well as treatment: Pediatricians will emphasize prevention of disease and ill health, as well as care for illness which has not been prevented. Service: Pediatricians will deliver the best possible preventative and curative services for children, and will strive for the necessary facilities to provide these services. Education: Pediatricians will design and implement education and training programs for pediatricians and other child health personnel, basing these programs on the needs of their populations and the best evidence based information. Partnership: Pediatricians will seek out and work with other partners in maternal and child health, including their government ministries of health, United Nations agencies at country and global levels, and donors. Advocacy: Pediatricians will promote health for all children from birth through adolescence, and will advocate for the right of every newborn, child, and adolescent to health and well being. Collegiality: Pediatricians will be global citizens, collaborating locally and internationally with their colleagues in pediatrics and child health

Past International Pediatric Congresses:
2010 Johannesburg
2007 Athens
2004 Cancun
2001 Beijing
1998 Amsterdam
1995 Cairo
1992 Rio de Janeiro
1989 Paris
1986 Honolulu
1983 Manila
1980 Barcelona
1977 Delhi
1974 Buenos Aires
1971 Vienna
1968 Mexico City
1965 Tokyo
1962 Lisbon
1959 Montreal
1956 Copenhagen
1953 Havana
1950 Zurich
1947 New York
1937 Rome
1933 London
1930 Stockholm
1912 Paris

Children deserve care, protection, and dignity—especially in times of crisis.Due to the ongoing war in Southern Lebanon,...
03/16/2026

Children deserve care, protection, and dignity—especially in times of crisis.

Due to the ongoing war in Southern Lebanon, many families have been displaced and are facing extremely difficult conditions. During a recent visit, the President of the International Pediatric Association, Prof. Joseph Haddad, personally met with families and distributed essential supplies including milk, diapers, water, biscuits, and hygiene products for children in Jezzine and Lebaa.

This humanitarian effort reflects IPA’s commitment to stand beside vulnerable children and families affected by war.
Every child deserves protection, care, and hope — EveryChild, EveryAge, EveryWhere.





Joseph S Haddad Naveen Thacker
World Health Organization (WHO) International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies Save the Children International

Healthy children begin with supported families. "On , we recognize the crucial role that families play in nurturing phy...
03/15/2026

Healthy children begin with supported families. "On , we recognize the crucial role that families play in nurturing physical,
emotional, and developmental health.
IPA supports policies and systems that empower families to care, connect, and thrive.
" Joseph S Haddad Naveen Thacker

Join us for the IPA webinar 'Prevention of Tuberculosis'on March 24,2026,from 1:30 PM GMT.📅Date: 24 March 2026🕐Time: 2:0...
03/12/2026

Join us for the IPA webinar 'Prevention of Tuberculosis'on March 24,2026,from 1:30 PM GMT.

📅Date: 24 March 2026

🕐Time: 2:00 PM GMT

🔗Register here: bit.ly/40rZgs8




"Post: Strong women build healthier societies.On , we celebrate the women leading in pediatric care, research, and advo...
03/08/2026

"Post: Strong women build healthier societies.
On , we celebrate the women leading in pediatric care, research, and advocacy—
and all mothers, grandmothers, and caregivers nurturing the next generation.
Let’s continue to push for gender equity in health, education, and leadership.
" Naveen Thacker Joseph S Haddad

03/07/2026
No child should grow up surrounded by war.Together, the International Pediatric Association and the International Societ...
03/06/2026

No child should grow up surrounded by war.

Together, the International Pediatric Association and the International Society for Social Pediatrics and Child Health are raising their voices to protect children from violence and conflict worldwide.

Because children deserve peace, protection, and possibility.






03/04/2026

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03/04/2026

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No child should face discrimination—regardless of gender, ethnicity, ability, or health status. On , IPA reaffirms our ...
03/01/2026

No child should face discrimination—regardless of gender, ethnicity, ability, or health status.
On , IPA reaffirms our commitment to inclusive care.
Joseph S Haddad A Rivera Naveen Thacker

As part of the IPA Advocacy: Immunization Champions Project, the National Immunization Champion Workshop, hosted by the ...
02/27/2026

As part of the IPA Advocacy: Immunization Champions Project, the National Immunization Champion Workshop, hosted by the Pediatric Society of Ghana was successfully held on 26–27 Feb, 2026 in Accra, Ghana, bringing together dedicated child health advocates to strengthen immunization efforts and advance vaccine equity.




Paediatric Society of Ghana
Gates Foundation Naveen Thacker Joseph S Haddad Hilda Mantebea Boye

02/26/2026

🎉 You’re Invited to Be Part of a Global Movement!

Join the IPA–ACS Launch Event for
“HPV VACs: Vaccinate Adolescents Against HPV Cancers”

🗓 4 March 2026
🕒 3:00 PM GMT
🌐 Online | Open to all | Free

Be among the first to hear about this new global initiative designed to strengthen HPV vaccination efforts worldwide.

✨ All course details — including how to enroll — will be revealed LIVE during the event!

👉 Register yourself and kindly disseminate this invitation widely across your professional networks.
Together, let’s reach healthcare leaders, pediatricians, and advocates committed to ending cervical cancer.

🔗 Reserve your spot here:
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Szinbd-dT8uXaVdiXYa59A

Let’s mobilize, amplify, and protect every girl, everywhere. American Cancer Society Paediatric Association of Nigeria Zambia Paediatric Association - ZPA Paediatric Society of Ghana World Health Organization (WHO) UNICEF PMNCH

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🌎 IPA Webinars Are Now Streaming Live Across Multiple Platforms!You can now watch IPA webinars live on:🔹 Facebook – http...
02/25/2026

🌎 IPA Webinars Are Now Streaming Live Across Multiple Platforms!

You can now watch IPA webinars live on:

🔹 Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/InternationalPediatricAssociation/
🔹 LinkedIn – https://www.linkedin.com/company/international-pediatric-association/
🔹 YouTube – https://youtube.com/?si=k_CAiIf7-ZEbMSOL
✅ Watch live on social media – no registration required
✅ For Certificate & Q&A, register via the official Zoom webinar link

Join us for our upcoming sessions as we continue advancing child health worldwide.

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IPA: working for every child, every age, everywhere.

The International Pediatric Association (IPA) exists to create a world where all children, regardless of age, location or family situation can live healthy lives.

For over 100 years, IPA has been the only global body representing the professional societies of pediatricians. We connect pediatricians from all over the world to lead improvements in child and adolescent health and rights. Since our foundation in 1910 we have become a globally respected voice in the international health community. IPA advocates globally, nationally and locally for high quality, evidence-based and child-centred pediatric care. We are a respected partner of WHO and UNICEF and provide global leadership on emerging child health issues through our work with leading global health players.

IPA represents pediatricians from over 149 countries in over 164 member societies, enabling them to work together to improve the physical, mental and social health and wellbeing of all children, from birth through adolescence. We represent over a million pediatricians saving the lives and improving the health of more than a billion children.