EADV Task Force Paediatric Dermatology

Mission

The Pediatric Dermatology Task Force aims to strengthen and structure the role of pediatric dermatology within the EADV by:

Increasing the visibility and impact of pediatric dermatology within the EADV and beyond;
Deepening, updating, and disseminating high-quality, evidence-based knowledge in pediatric dermatology to all EADV members;
Developing and supporting educational activities (congress sessions, courses and webinars) aimed at dermatologists with an interest in pediatric dermatology;
Contributing to the development of clinical guidelines, consensus documents, and position papers in the field of pediatric dermatology;
Promoting collaboration and knowledge exchange between European and international societies and networks active in pediatric dermatology;
Strengthening networking and multidisciplinary collaboration among dermatologists and other healthcare professionals involved in pediatric skin care;
Stimulating and coordinating scientific research in pediatric dermatology at the European level;
Coordinating and facilitating joint European projects, including multicenter research initiatives

Initiatives of the Pediatric dermatology Task Force:

Dedicated Pediatric Dermatology Scientific Content at the EADV Congress
- Annual pediatric dermatology sessions
- Joint sessions with other EADV task forces
- Invitation of internationally recognised pediatric dermatology experts as speakers
EADV-Endorsed Pediatric Dermatology Educational Activities
- Development of EADV-accredited courses and masterclasses in pediatric dermatology
- Creation of a pediatric dermatology track within the EADV School of Dermatology
International Collaboration and Networking
- Formal links and joint initiatives with international pediatric dermatology societies (e.g. ESPD, ISPD)
- Exchange of speakers and shared sessions at international congresses
- Promotion of cross-border collaboration between European centers with pediatric dermatology expertise both in care and research
Knowledge Dissemination to the Wider Dermatology Community
- Development of EADV position papers, consensus statements, and guidelines in pediatric dermatology
- Regular pediatric dermatology sections in EADV publications and newsletters