The International Foundation for Dermatology (IFD) was created in 1987 as an arm of the International League of Dermatological Societies (ILDS).
The IFD is a non-profit organisation whose principal mission is to improve dermatology care in underserved areas of the developing world.
The IFD is an integral arm of the ILDS representing more than 25,000 members from over 60 nations.
The ILDS is recognised by the World Health Organization (WHO) as a non-governmental organisation for official relations with the dermatological communities.