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IF analysis on the new European Commission

IF has developed an analysis on which new commissioners are key for the spina bifida and hydrocephalus community. Take a look!

IF joins EDF statement on passengers' rights

IF is one of the more than 200 partners that have signed the EDF's statement on the needs and rights of passengers with reduced mobility.

Report on 'My Rights' training in Estonia

The 4th edition of 'My Rights' training took place in August in Estonia, read the report to know more!

Youth conference on sexuality coming soon!

The IF Youth Group has organised an international event on sexuality and body awareness that will take place on October 5-6 in Varese (Italy).

2019 World Spina Bifida & Hydrocephalus Day: 'The Full Picture' campaign

There are 3 months left until WSBHD 2019 so we are getting ready to celebrate it together with IF's 40th anniversary. Join us!

IF survey on ageing available in 12 languages!

The survey is now available in English, Dutch/Flemish, French, German, Italian, Norwegian, Portuguese, Romanian, Slovak, Spanish, Swedish and Turkish

IF represented at the EPF STYPA!

IF participated at EPF STYPA 2019 edition organised in Vienna from 7-10 July 2019! The main focus was on ethical dilemmas and evolution of patient advocacy.

UK consultation on proposal to introduce mandatory fortification of flour with folic acid

The UK Government asks for people's views on whether flour millers should be required by law to add folic acid to flour to help reduce the incidence of neural tube defects

Joint statement on the Right to Family of children without parental care

In a joint statement, 11 disability rights and children's rights organisations emphasise the right to family and make recommendations to the UN General Assembly