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Parent and Patient Organizations

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.

Collaboration Opportunities for Parent and Patient Organizations

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 babies in your region and a defined path toward achieving these goals.

 

Accepted parent and patient organizations benefit from:

 

  • Regular exchange and digital meetings with our global network, including updates on GFCNI’s activities

     

  • Workshops and training opportunities designed to strengthen your impact

     

  • Access to a worldwide community of organizations eager to share knowledge and experience

     

  • Free information and campaign materials, potentially available in your local language

     

  • Opportunities to participate as supporters in global awareness campaigns

     

  • Occasional involvement in research projects as parent or patient representatives

Our Global Network of Parent and Patient Organizations

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.

International

Australia

Austria

Belarus

Belgium

Brazil

Bulgaria

Canada

Chile

Colombia

Costa Rica

Croatia

Cyprus

Czech Republic

Denmark

Dominican Republic

Estonia

Finland

France

Georgia

Germany

Ghana

Greece

Hungary

Israel

Italy

Japan

Jamaica

Latvia

Lithuania

Madagascar

Malawi

Mexico

The Netherlands

New Zealand

Nigeria

Norway

Poland

Portugal

Republic of Ireland

Republic of Kazakhstan

Republic of North Macedonia

Romania

Russia

Serbia

Slovakia

Slovenia

South Africa

Spain

Sweden

Switzerland

Taiwan

Tanzania

Türkiye

Uganda

Ukraine

United Kingdom

Uruguay

USA

Vietnam

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