
Introducing the SOCS Global Council!
We proudly announce the SOCS Global Council, a strategic initiative that unifies leaders from international dermatology organizations who share a mission to advance skin of color dermatology.
Global Council Calendar of Events
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| 24–26 Sep 202611th International Congress Edition of the Medical Excellence in Dermatology and Aesthetic Medicine |
| 30–03 Sep 2026European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology Congress 2026 |
| 13–14 Jan 2027Regional Dermatology Training Centre |
| 21–26 Jun 202726th World Congress of Dermatology |
| 22–25 Sep 2027European Academy of Dermatology and Venerealogy Congress 2027 |
The Global Council aims to:
- Foster international collaboration and knowledge sharing.
- Address challenges in providing quality dermatologic care in patients with skin of color.
- Provide a platform for educational initiatives, research collaboration, and event coordination.
- Share strategies and resources for improving patient care and workforce development.
- Strengthen visibility of and support among Global Council member organizations.
Global Council Sharing Platform
Global Council members may access shared documents and collaboration materials through the Global Council Sharing Platform.
ACCESS THE SHARING PLATFORM Global Council Members

















Not Pictured
Ethiopian Society of Dermatology and Venereology
Malagasy Society of Dermatology
Philippine Dermatological Society
Tanzania Society for Dermatovenereology
Ethiopian Society of Dermatology and Venereology
Malagasy Society of Dermatology
Philippine Dermatological Society
Tanzania Society for Dermatovenereology
Thank you to Novartis for supporting this initiative!




