WONCA Europe
woncaeurope.org
WONCA Europe
@woncaeurope.org
WONCA - Region Europe is the academic & scientific society for family doctors in Europe, representing 47 member organisations and more than 120.000 doctors.
October 27, 2025 at 6:52 PM
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👉 In 2022, over 379,000 women in the EU were diagnosed with breast cancer.

👉 Globally, deaths could rise to 1 million by 2045 if action isn't taken.
Let's break the silence, raise awareness, and support policies that inform and protect citizens.

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October 27, 2025 at 6:52 PM
...transparency.
Other business included guidance on endorsement requests and access to shared resources.
The next face to face EB meeting is scheduled for January 2026 in Paris.

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October 15, 2025 at 7:04 AM
...future conferences in Paris 2026 and Ljubljana 2027 was addressed, alongside ongoing advocacy efforts for the recognition of Family Medicine as a specialty.
Communications, including the newsletter and social media presence, were highlighted, with emphasis on wider dissemination and...
October 15, 2025 at 7:04 AM
coordination of EU-granted projects.
Financial matters focused on funding requests and network bank accounts, while discussions around the European Journal of General Practice covered publishing charges, waivers, and strategies to support research and peer review.
Administrative planning for...
October 15, 2025 at 7:04 AM
...EYFDM. By confirming support for key events and discussing vital policies, both organizations demonstrated a shared, forward-looking commitment to empowering young family doctors and driving the future of General Practice/Family Medicine throughout Europe.

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October 2, 2025 at 7:38 AM
...Special Interest Group (SIG) booth. For ongoing support, the Board reaffirmed its commitment to promoting EYFDM activities and events through the full reach of the WONCA Europe newsletter and social media channels.
The meeting successfully reinforced the strong bond between WONCA Europe and...
October 2, 2025 at 7:38 AM
...guidelines, and policies to support young doctors, including extended maternity leave and stronger member engagement.
To immediately bolster the partnership, the WE Executive Board invited EYFDM to attend the WW Conference 2025 WE Open Session and utilize the joint WONCA Europe Networks and...
October 2, 2025 at 7:38 AM
...(Estonia) in 2026, Malaga (Spain) in 2027, and the Netherlands in 2028. Planning for the WONCA Europe Paris 2026 young doctors' preconference is already underway with affordable accommodation identified. Discussions also covered funding strategies, bursaries and awards, sustainable conference...
October 2, 2025 at 7:38 AM
WONCA Europe Council 2025 held two days before, presented their accomplishments, highlighting their contributions to the YFDM preconference and ongoing World Conference, and shared their requests for future support from WONCA Europe.
Preparations for upcoming Forums were confirmed: Tallinn...
October 2, 2025 at 7:38 AM
...Lisbon with us — in our practices, our research, our teaching, and our care for the people we serve.
Thank you for being here. Thank you for being WONCA.
Safe travels, and see you in Paris!
September 25, 2025 at 7:10 AM
...ahead:
To Paris — from30th of June to third of July 2026 — for the next WONCA Europe Conference.
A city of ideas, of diversity, of revolutions — what better place to continue our dialogue and push the boundaries of what family medicine can achieve?
Until then, let's carry the spirit of...
September 25, 2025 at 7:10 AM
...to each other.
We leave here with new connections, renewed energy, and shared responsibility — to continue the work, the advocacy, and the innovation that defines our field.
And so, as the president of WONCA Europe, it is with great anticipation and excitement that I invite you to look...
September 25, 2025 at 7:10 AM
...Congress not just successful, but truly meaningful.
And of course, a special thank you to the Portuguese Association of General Practice and Family Medicine.
All your hospitality, engagement and vision have made this Congress one to remember.
As we say goodbye to Lisbon, we don't say goodbye...
September 25, 2025 at 7:10 AM
...sharing your time, insights, and passion.
To the volunteers, who welcomed us, guided us, and kept everything running smoothly — your contribution has been invaluable.

To every single participant — thank you for showing up, for engaging with open minds and open hearts, and for making this...
September 25, 2025 at 7:10 AM
...heartfelt thanks.
To the scientific committee, for crafting a rich and engaging program.
To the organizing committee and the host team here in Lisbon, for your professionalism, warmth, and tireless work behind the scenes.
To our speakers, moderators, and panelists, thank you for generously...
September 25, 2025 at 7:09 AM
...shape the way we care for our patients.
And perhaps most importantly, we've reaffirmed the power of our community — a global network of family doctors, learners, leaders, and advocates, standing together in an era that needs us more than ever.
To all who made this Congress possible — my...
September 25, 2025 at 7:09 AM
...sparked new collaborations — the spirit of WONCA was truly alive in Lisbon.
We have:
Explored pressing global health issues, including climate change, digital transformation, equity in access, and workforce sustainability.
Shared best practices and innovations that will go home with us and...
September 25, 2025 at 7:09 AM
...communities everywhere.
Over the course of this Congress, we've witnessed scientific exchange, bold visions for the future, and countless moments of solidarity. From keynotes that challenged us to think differently, to workshops that offered practical solutions, to hallway conversations that...
September 25, 2025 at 7:09 AM
these past few days have been.
We came together from all over the world — from every continent, from rural clinics and bustling city practices, from academic institutions and frontline care — united by one shared mission: to strengthen family medicine and primary care for healthier...
September 25, 2025 at 7:09 AM