IAPO is a unique global alliance representing patients of all nations across all disease areas and promoting patient-centred healthcare across the world. Our members are patients' organizations working at international, regional, national and local level to represent and support patients, their families and carers. Everything we do is focused on promoting patient-centred healthcare. We do this by being the global voice for people who suffer from any disease, disability, illness, impairment or syndrome, and by being the focal point for patients’ organizations around the world. We are committed to improving the lives of patients globally. We nurture relationships with members, partners and all those involved in healthcare, and build dialogue with decision-makers around the world to promote patient-centred healthcare.