Pregnancy Complications
Infant- and Family-Centered Developmental Care
Neonatal Eye Health
Hygiene
Rare Diseases
Families of preterm and sick newborns face unique challenges that require strong support, advocacy, and collaboration. Around the world, dedicated parent and patient organizations provide vital guidance, raise awareness, and drive improvements in neonatal and maternal care. Their voices ensure that the needs of babies and families are heard at every level – from local communities to international policy.
If you have already established a charitable parent or patient organization, advocacy group, or self-help initiative, we welcome your interest in collaborating with us. Ideally, your group has a clear vision for supporting families of preterm and sick babies in your region and a defined path toward achieving these goals.
Accepted parent and patient organizations benefit from:
Across the world, parent and patient organizations are leading change for preterm and sick newborns and their families. By joining our global network, we create a stronger voice for advocacy, share valuable knowledge and resources, and work together to ensure that every baby and family has access to the care and support they need.
Below, you can explore the wide range of parent and patient organizations that are already part of our international community. If your organization is interested in joining our network, we warmly invite you to contact us at network(at)gfcni.org.
GFCNI is the first global organization and network to unite patients, families, healthcare professionals,
medical staff, and scientists from different disciplines, fields,
and countries – all with the joint goal of advancing the health and quality of care for newborns and their families across the globe.
GFCNI is a non-profit organization established under German public law. Tax Reference Number: 143/235/22619
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