World PT Day 2026 posters, information sheets and banners now available in Brazilian Portuguese on the World Physiotherapy website! Thank you to our translators at Instituto Federal do Rio de Janeiro (IFRJ) for their invaluable support in making these resources available: https://ow.ly/gaCx50ZjyIe

World PT Day 2026 posters, information sheets and banners now available in Latvian on the World Physiotherapy website! Thank you to our translators at the Latvian Association of Physiotherapists for their invaluable support. Download here: https://ow.ly/gKsG50ZjxP8

Congratulations to the Mongolian Physical Therapy Association on its 15th anniversary! Established in 2011, the association now represents 263 physiotherapist members and has been a member of World Physiotherapy since 2015. Find out more: https://ow.ly/zI1o50ZjwlC

World PT Day 2026 posters, information sheets and banners now available in Gujarati on the World Physiotherapy website! Thank you to our translators at the Indian Association of Physiotherapists for their invaluable support. Download here: https://ow.ly/51pq50ZjyqL

Meeting in Halifax in May, representatives of the 11 founding organisations of World Physiotherapy celebrated the profession's shared history and discussed initiatives that will bring our global community together to shape the future of #Physiotherapy https://ow.ly/Ppfn50Zj2RU

Got a new and unique development in practice, theory, education, or management and policy you want to share with the global physiotherapy community? The call for abstracts for World Physiotherapy Congress 2027 is now open. Submit before 29 Sept: https://ow.ly/M3ot50Ziynl

World PT Day 2026 posters, information sheets and banners are now available in Japanese on the World Physiotherapy website! Thank you to our translators at the Japanese Physical Therapy Association for their invaluable support. Download: https://ow.ly/nTep50ZizPR

World PT Day 2026 posters, information sheets and banners are now available in Spanish on the World Physiotherapy website! Download here: https://ow.ly/BWKE50ZizMU

Want to stay up to date with the latest World Physiotherapy news, policy updates, webinars, and Congress announcements? You can now choose to receive the updates most relevant to you by signing up for World Physiotherapy news, Congress content, or both. 🔗 https://ow.ly/iBZm50ZibRQ

One attendee described our recent Rehabilitation in Conflict webinar series as a “remarkable and continuous contribution to advancing rehabilitation worldwide”. Watch the recordings here: https://ow.ly/QxJS50ZfSLX

Today is the International Day in Support of Victims of Torture. Read World Physiotherapy’s policy statement on the physical and psychological impacts of armed violence, landmines, and other weapons of war: https://ow.ly/JCNm50Z8TWa

Innovation, collaboration and connection took centre stage at the World Physiotherapy Africa region conference in Kigali, Rwanda this month, which brought together participants from 37 countries and territories. Conference highlights and key messages: https://ow.ly/U70X50ZfAr3

Could your work help shape the future of physiotherapy? Abstract submissions for #WorldPhysio2027 are open. Share your research and innovation with colleagues from around the world! Find out more and submit: https://ow.ly/glCq50Z8TMM

World Physiotherapy’s policy statement on occupational health reflects wider global calls to protect the safety, health, and wellbeing of health workers. https://ow.ly/p0J750Z9o8M

On World Refugee Day, we reflect on the importance of access to rehabilitation for people affected by conflict and displacement. Find out more about rehabilitation in humanitarian settings here: https://ow.ly/4TyN50Z8Sth #WorldRefugeeDay

News, events, advocacy, and insights from across the global physiotherapy community. Subscribe to the World Physiotherapy newsletter: https://ow.ly/PTXj50Z8Tgq

Did you miss our webinar on #PainManagement in conflict settings with experts from IASP? The recording is now available to watch on the World Physiotherapy website: 🔗 https://ow.ly/qXcn50Z8Upc

Find out how innovation, collaboration, and connection were celebrated at last week's Africa region conference held in Kigali, Rwanda when more than 400 participants came together from across Africa and beyond. Find out more: https://ow.ly/FuOZ50Zb0Ts

📣 The call for abstracts for World Physiotherapy Congress 2027 is open! Share your research and innovation with the global physiotherapy community as we come together to shape the future of the profession worldwide. https://ow.ly/Gtlr50ZaoMy

Movement matters at every stage of life — from injury prevention and recovery to mobility, independence, and long-term wellbeing. During #MensHealthWeek, World Physiotherapy highlights the importance of physical activity, rehabilitation, and seeking support early.

📣 The World PT Day 2026 toolkit now available! This year’s theme is the role of #Physiotherapy in the prevention, management and rehabilitation of #CVD and stroke. Toolkit: https://ow.ly/w2OS50Z8GGF Press release: https://ow.ly/vAfs50Z8GCQ

The WHO estimates #ClimateChange could cause approx 250k additional deaths p/year between 2030-2050. On #WorldEnvironmentDay we highlight the importance of sustainable, adaptable approaches to healthcare to support resilient communities. Policy statement: https://ow.ly/In9U50Z4JJA

Participants at the World Physiotherapy Africa region conference began the day by sharing energy, positivity & unity through observing and involvement with traditional African dance. We are looking forward to seeing this reflected through discussions over the next 2 days.

Another brilliant traditional #AfricanDance performance witnessed by participants at the World Physiotherapy #Africa region conference! #Africa #AfricanCulture

Participants at the World Physiotherapy #Africa region conference were honoured to witness a traditional #AfricanDance performance, which brought incredible energy to the room and served as a vibrant celebration of the region's rich cultural heritage.

Fantastic atmosphere of collaboration and excitement at day one of the World Physiotherapy Africa region conference in Kigali, Rwanda today! The day began with opening remarks highlighting the collective strength of countries coming together across the #Africa region.

Today, World Physiotherapy was delighted to welcome representatives from a record 21 member organisations and a further four by proxy, to its #Africa region general meeting; reflecting the strength and growing engagement of the #Physiotherapy community across the region!

Did you miss our webinar on communication and swallowing challenges in conflict settings with experts from the International Association of Communication Sciences and Disorders (IALP)? The recording is now available on the World Physiotherapy website! 🔗 https://ow.ly/eIpG50Z6Ea9

On #WorldATDay, World Physiotherapy highlights the role of #AssistiveTechnology in supporting mobility, independence, and inclusion and its use by physiotherapists to enhance #Rehabilitation. Find out more: https://ow.ly/XYa950Z68jQ

On 30 May, the 11 founding member organisations of World Physiotherapy came together for the World Physiotherapy founders’ meeting. The day celebrated 75 years of progress and looked ahead to the future for the 129 member organisations within our global community.

World Physiotherapy is looking forward to welcoming delegates to the Africa region conference on 5-6 June in Kigali, Rwanda, as colleagues from across the region come together to explore priorities shaping the future of #Physiotherapy. Programme: https://ow.ly/Zb2H50Z76Eg

On #WorldBicycleDay, World Physiotherapy highlights the importance of movement and physical activity for mobility, healthy ageing, prevention, rehabilitation & wellbeing across the life course.

Missed our webinar on rehabilitation approaches for peripheral nerve injuries in conflict settings? Hear from the World Federation of Occupational Therapists (WFOT) about interdisciplinary rehabilitation strategies, recovery pathways & supporting long-term function. https://ow.ly/gnbT50Z6CYP

A diverse #Physiotherapy workforce strengthens person-centred care worldwide. World Physiotherapy recognises the importance of inclusive healthcare and professional environments where everyone feels seen, heard, respected, and valued.

⏰ Last chance to register for today’s rehabilitation in conflict webinar on pain management in conflict settings with experts from the International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP). 📅 Today, 16:00 UTC | 19:00 EEST Arabic interpretation available https://ow.ly/t4nq50Z4Jv4

Have you started thinking about #WorldPTDay 2026 on 8 Sep? This year's theme is stroke & cardiovascular disease. On #NationalCreativityDay, explore ideas to highlight the impact of #Physiotherapy & the #HealthWorkforce in your community: https://ow.ly/pSIs50Z4fpW#WorldPTDay#NationalCreativityDay#Physiotherapy#HealthWorkforce#GlobalPT

World Physiotherapy’s policy statement on standards of #Physiotherapy practice sets out standards for safe, effective and person-centred care. Link in comments 👇

At #WHA79 World Physiotherapy was proud to bring the voice of the professional #Physiotherapy community to the global stage, ensuring #Rehabilitation was part of important conversations on the future of global health. https://ow.ly/NPSr50Z5AV3

Don’t forget to register for next Monday’s final rehabilitation in conflict webinar, where experts from IASP will explore pain management in humanitarian settings. 🕔 Mon 1 June | 16:00 UTC / 19:00 EEST https://ow.ly/quVz50Z4gJZ

During recent meetings in Uruguay and Guyana, World Physiotherapy and regional representatives discussed education, regulation, CPD, and the future of the profession across the Americas. Read more: https://ow.ly/vZTE50Z4bso

On #WorldMarketingDay our senior marketing and communications officer Chloe Martin notes, in a global network like World Physiotherapy, marketing is how we connect people and communities and the mechanism for sharing knowledge, evidence, expertise and learning worldwide."

Health & rehab professionals📣 Join the final webinar in our series with experts from the IASP exploring pain management in humanitarian settings. 📅 Mon 1 June 2026 🕔 16:00 UTC|19:00 EEST 🔗https://ow.ly/oOG750Z4aqK

⏰ Last chance to register for today’s rehabilitation in conflict webinar with WFOT on peripheral nerve injury in humanitarian settings. 🕔 17:00 UTC | 19:00 EEST 🌍 Arabic interpretation 🔗 https://ow.ly/YFME50YIb2B #Rehabilitation #GlobalHealth

#Rehabilitation professionals! Do you want to find out about diagnosing & treating #PNI in conflict and humanitarian settings? Join our webinar with experts from the @WFOT. 📅 Thurs 21 May 2026 🕔 17:00 UTC/19:00 EEST Arabic interpretation available 🔗: https://ow.ly/KcTm50Z26wG

Representatives from 11 member organisations came together recently in Uruguay for the World Physiotherapy #SouthAmerica region general meeting to strengthen collaboration, share priorities, and help shape the future of #Physiotherapy across the region 🔗 https://ow.ly/whc250Z1z5x

World Physiotherapy is honoured to be attending #WHA79 in Geneva, representing the global #Physiotherapy profession in discussions on #Rehabilitation, #NCDs, UHC, the #GlobalHealth workforce, pain care, health equity, and #AssistiveTechnology

Delegates from across the World Physiotherapy North America Caribbean region come together in Guyana for 2026 general meeting, strengthening collaboration, shared learning, and the future of #physiotherapy. Read more: https://ow.ly/ZkUi50Z11l9#physiotherapy #Physiotherapy #GlobalHealth

Today is #WorldHypertensionDay. #Physiotherapy plays an important role in its prevention, #Rehabilitation, and long-term health management. Find out more from World Physiotherapy specialty groups @ICCrPT and INPA. 🔗 https://ow.ly/EO5350YW2Y0

🎉Did you know that it is one year until the World Physiotherapy 2027 Congress in Guadalajara, Mexico, where the global physiotherapy community will come together to share knowledge, research, and innovations in the profession? We are looking forward to seeing you all there!

Many congratulations to the Union of Physiotherapists of the Czech Republic on its 35th anniversary! The association was formed in 1991 and now has 1,065 members. Find out more about our member organisation: https://ow.ly/8giA50YSsT4