IMPROVING THE LIFE OF IBD PEOPLE

The International Federation of Crohn's & Ulcerative Colitis Associations (IFCCA) represents 51 national Crohn’s and Ulcerative Colitis (collectively known as Inflammatory Bowel Disease or IBD) patient associations.

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New IFCCA Magazine

Issue 2 (May 2026) is out now!
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Patient Engagement in Health Technology Assessment (HTA)

Empowering patients to shape healthcare decisions through HTA guidance and engagement.

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Patient Preferences for IBD: Results from a Global Survey

Key insights from IFCCA's global patient preference study.
July 2026

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New ENGAGE-IBD Personalised Health Engagement Guide

A patient-centred resource that helps people with Crohn’s disease and Ulcerative Colitis better understand, manage, and engage with their condition and care

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OUR
RESOURCES

IFCCA strives to empower individuals, promote awareness, and drive positive change for everyone impacted by IBD.

Our "Resources" section offers a variety of initiatives designed to support both our members and the broader IBD community. These include educational programs, informative publications, advocacy tools and active participation in European research projects.

RESOURCES

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OUR ACTIVITIES

We invite you to stay informed about upcoming activities and join us in making a difference.

In this section, you will find detailed information about the activities organized by IFCCA, including special events, training workshops, awareness campaigns, and gatherings aimed at supporting individuals with Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis. These initiatives are designed to foster active participation, knowledge sharing, and mutual support within our community.

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IFCCA
MAGAZINE

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Discover our magazine, a space dedicated to informing, inspiring, and connecting our community. Here, you will find all the issues we have published so far, featuring articles, personal stories, and resources addressing the challenges and advancements related to Crohn’s disease

NEWS

27 July 2026

Global Patient Preference Study Published: What Matters Most to People Living with IBD ⭐

27 July 2026

After several years of collaboration, a global patient preference study conducted in partnership with the International Federation of Crohn's & Ulcerative Colitis Associations (IFCCA) and KU Leuven (Belgium) has been published, providing new insights into what people living with Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) value most when choosing treatments.

27 July 2026

20 July 2026

World IBD Day 2026 Conference Report Now Available

20 July 2026

The World IBD Day 2026 Conference Report is now available, capturing the key discussions, insights and recommendations from the International World IBD Day Roundtable and Asia-Pacific Networking Meeting held in Singapore on 16 May 2026.

20 July 2026