Call for IFMSA Delegation to the 70th Session of the Commission on the Status of Women
Summary: The call for applications is now open to join the IFMSA delegation to the United Nations 70th Session of the...
Medical Students Worldwide
The International Federation of Medical Students Associations (IFMSA), founded in 1951, is one of the world’s oldest and largest student-run organizations. It represents, connects and engages every day with an inspiring and engaging network of more than 1.5 million medical students from 133 NMOs in 123 countries around the globe.
1.5 Million+
Medical Students Worldwide
133+
National Member Organizations
15,000+
Annual Student
Exchanges
Exchanges
Est. 1951
Shaping Global Health Leaders Since 1951
Know More About Us
Student Exchange
Over 15,000 medical students begin their journeys every year to explore health care delivery and health systems in various cultural and social settings.
Join Us
This section provides a comprehensive guide on how to join the International Federation of Medical Students’ Associations (IFMSA).
Policy & Advocacy
We are in an optimal position to influence decisions at all levels, collaborating with organizations ranging from global reach to local implementation.
Latest News
Opening the Doors to Knowledge: Reflections from IFMSA’s Open Access Week 2025 Campaign
There’s a moment most medical students recognise: you find the perfect article for your research, a clinical decision, or simply...
IFMSA Asia-Pacific joins the First-Ever South-East Asia Regional Youth Council to Strengthen Youth Engagement in Health
Author: Sharif Mohammed Sadat, Regional Director for Asia-Pacific Ad Interim Editor: Leonard Octo Wangsa (PR & Communication Regional Assistant for...
Upcoming Events
Events
Get to know IFMSA’s events. Every year our students meet in different spaces to discuss topics of our federation, advocacy and more.
Our Partners
The IFMSA partners with global organizations to advance health, empower medical students, and address key health challenges through collaboration and advocacy.
Our Voting Partner: NemoVote
IFMSA collaborates with NemoVote to ensure secure, transparent, and efficient online voting during our General Assemblies and official meetings. As our trusted digital voting partner, NemoVote enables inclusive participation from medical students worldwide – supporting our commitment to democratic governance in a hybrid era.
