Hosted by the International Federation of Endodontic Associations (IFEA) and British Endodontic Society (BES), WEC 2024 in Glasgow, Scotland harnessed creative, engaging activities to boost oral health awareness across diverse communities. Key legacies include a multi-year public exhibit, school-based educational resources, and the “Glasgow Pledge” promoting healthcare economic reform. Grant funding would advance public outreach, support policy advocacy, and expand access to vital pulp therapies in dental care.
International Papillomavirus Society (IPVS)
2024 - 2026 International Papillomavirus Conference
Organized by the International Papillomavirus Society (IPVS), IPVC earned the 2023 Incredible Impacts Programme Seed Fund Grant, fuelling a transformative year-long initiative. In collaboration with health experts and authorities, IPVS launched targeted efforts to raise HPV awareness, reduce health disparities, and empower marginalised populations. A highlight of the programme included HPV education in high schools to boost vaccine uptake where it’s needed most. Grant funding would scale these efforts, introducing mobile screening units in underserved areas and delivering -culturally relevant education in future host countries.
2022 World Rural Health Conference
Led by Rural WONCA, the 2022 conference in Limerick, Ireland explored the theme “Improving Health, Empowering Communities.” It highlighted the impact of the global financial crisis on rural healthcare through the grassroots “No Doctor No Village” campaign, bringing together key stakeholders to address challenges and opportunities. Outcomes included the Limerick Declaration on Rural Healthcare, a blueprint for improving high-quality healthcare in rural and remote areas; Ireland’s first National Standing Committee for Rural General Practice; a rural teaching hub; and new ambassador and fellowship programmes. Grant funding would support and expand these initiatives, including the launch of a Rural Practice Innovation Network.
Autism-Europe and AsIAm demonstrated best-in-class practice on accessibility at AEC 2025, while maximising the congress’s reach and impact for Dublin’s Autistic community. The funding will also help them enhance and expand their capacity to design inclusive events, advocate for accessible employment, and lead public engagement efforts to ensure lasting impact beyond AEC 2025.