International Papillomavirus Society (IPVS)
About Us
Organization Description
The International Papillomavirus Society (IPVS) is the global authority on the human papillomavirus (HPV). The vision of IPVS is a world free from HPV-related disease. IPVS promotes the worldwide exchange of ideas, knowledge, and research materials among basic, clinical and public health research professionals concerned with HPV. IPVS was officially founded in 2000, after annual meetings since 1982. (Society website: IPVSoc.org)
Around the world, public awareness of HPV and how it affects our health is far too low. As a result, nearly half a million people die each year from HPV-related cancer; which is tragic because most of those deaths can be prevented through HPV vaccination, (cervical) screening and timely treatment.
To raise public awareness of HPV, and inform people how to protect their health, IPVS launched the International HPV Awareness Campaign in 2018, The conversation goes on throughout the year, and is commemorated on the global health calendar on March 4th - International HPV Awareness Day. Under the theme One Less Worry, the campaign is implemented by over 155 partner organizations around the world. The public facing website of the campaign is AskAboutHPV.org, with evidence-based facts about HPV in 13 commonly spoken languages. By normalizing the conversation about HPV, we endeavor to reduce stigma and misinformation around the virus and increase vaccination and screening uptake.
Around the world, public awareness of HPV and how it affects our health is far too low. As a result, nearly half a million people die each year from HPV-related cancer; which is tragic because most of those deaths can be prevented through HPV vaccination, (cervical) screening and timely treatment.
To raise public awareness of HPV, and inform people how to protect their health, IPVS launched the International HPV Awareness Campaign in 2018, The conversation goes on throughout the year, and is commemorated on the global health calendar on March 4th - International HPV Awareness Day. Under the theme One Less Worry, the campaign is implemented by over 155 partner organizations around the world. The public facing website of the campaign is AskAboutHPV.org, with evidence-based facts about HPV in 13 commonly spoken languages. By normalizing the conversation about HPV, we endeavor to reduce stigma and misinformation around the virus and increase vaccination and screening uptake.
Year Founded
January 1, 2000
Organization Website
Languages Served
Chinese, Spanish, English, Hindi, Bengali, Portuguese, French, Arabic, Swahili, Korean, Vietnamese, Portuguese
Contact Info
Email
Phone Number
Organization Photos
Location
Street Address
7, Rue François-Versonnex, Les Eaux-Vives, Eaux-Vives, Geneva, 1207, Switzerland
City
Geneva
Country
Switzerland
Location of Organization
Europe
7, Rue François-Versonnex, Les Eaux-Vives, Eaux-Vives, Geneva, 1207, Switzerland
More info about Organization
Major recurring events hosted by the organization
Annual IPVS conference (October)
International HPV Awareness Day (March 4th
International HPV Awareness Day (March 4th
Major awareness or communications campaigns and/or collaborations your organization is involved in
International HPV Awareness Day - One Less Worry
What description best describes your organization?
Professional Medical Society
Number of Employees
1-5
Number of Volunteers Annually
cannot estimate
Volunteer Opportunities
- Organizations can become official campaign partners of IPVS (no cost involved) to implement the awareness campaign in their county (geographical footprint.
- Individuals can share information sourced from AskAboutHPV.org, targeting young people, males, women, and vulnerable communities.
Estimated number of patients and/or caregivers served annually
not applicable
Number of awareness events held annually
estimated 200-300 events around the world in conjunction (targeting healthcare providers, young people, public policy makers, etc)
Number of support group meetings held annually
not appicable
More information about Area, Activity and Services
Cancer Disease(s) of Focus
Cervical Cancer, Vaginal Cancer, Vulvar Cancer
Domain
Raising Awareness, Online information
Advocacy and Awareness Activities Interested In
Raising Cancer Awareness, Educational Activities, Research Initiatives, Improving equity diversity and inclusion, Storytelling/Narratives
Methods of Communication
Live Webinars, Online Community Forums, Podcasts, Videos, Written Information
Member/Audience Type
Patient Advocates, Physicians (OB/GYN), Researchers and Scientists, Industry Professionals