Community Pharmacy Section of FIP

23/02/2026

The International Pharmaceutical Federation Community Pharmacy Section SUMMIT is set to take place in Bosnia and Herzegovina on March 5th, 2026.

Hosted in the heart of the Balkans, this SUMMIT will highlight the role of community pharmacists in advancing patient care and strengthening pharmacy practice worldwide.

Stay tuned for more updates from Bosnia and Herzegovina as we approach the SUMMIT.

20/02/2026

The International Pharmaceutical Federation Community Pharmacy Section SUMMIT will take place in Bosnia and Herzegovina on March 5th, 2026.

This SUMMIT will bring together community pharmacy professionals and leaders from around the world to exchange knowledge, share experiences, and discuss the future of community pharmacy practice.

Stay tuned for more updates and highlights from the SUMMIT


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03/02/2026

Exciting opportunities! We have several grants and fellowships for the FIP congress attendance this year. Click here to learn more about each of them and how to apply: https://montreal2026.fip.org/registration-fees/registration/grants-and-fellowships/

18/01/2026

Register before 3 June 2026 to take advantage of early rates for the 84th FIP world congress and start planning your journey to Montreal. Register here: https://montreal2026.fip.org/registration-fees/. To ensure you can attend the congress without delays, we strongly recommend applying for your visa as early as possible, as processing times may vary. Learn more here:
https://montreal2026.fip.org/about-montreal/visa-information-for-montreal/

13/01/2026

FIP’s 84th world congress is coming to Montreal, Canada! Join pharmacists, pharmaceutical scientists and educators worldwide to explore how pharmacists can drive progress towards better health outcomes. Following a successful pilot during our 2025 congress, FIP will once again partner with Snapsight, an artificial intelligence powered tool that provides real-time translations of all sessions and presentations in over 70 languages (https://montreal2026.fip.org/snapsight/).

Register by 3 June to grab the special early bird discount: https://montreal2026.fip.org/registration-fees/

22/12/2025

🎓 Calling all Early Career Community Pharmacists!

Are you passionate about leadership and community pharmacy practice? 🌍

The FIP Foundation, in collaboration with the FIP Community Pharmacy Section, is offering the CPS Early Career Leadership Development (ECLD) Scholarship to support one early career pharmacist to:

✨ Attend the FIP World Congress 2026 in Montréal, Canada (28 August – 2 September 2026)
💡 Participate in the Leadership Development Workshop
🌐 Engage with pharmacy leaders from around the world

Don’t miss this opportunity to grow, connect, and lead the future of community pharmacy! 💊

📅 Application deadline: 7 January 2026
📲 Scan the QR code on the post or click the link below for details and the application form
https://www.fipfoundation.org/cps-early-career-leadership-development-ecld-scholarship/

21/12/2025

Following a successful pilot during our 2025 congress, FIP will once again partner with Snapsight - an AI-powered tool that provides real-time translations of all sessions and presentations in over 70 languages, making even more accessible to all participants. More here: https://montreal2026.fip.org/snapsight/

06/12/2025

Why does a modern community pharmacy matter to you?
Whether you own, work in, or work with a community pharmacy, you probably understand the current challenges and the possible opportunities, but you may not know where and how to begin driving professional practice forward. Join our webinar on 9 December at 13:00 CET to explore how you can shape the future of community pharmacy. Register here:

https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/8017617357999/WN_0oKoy503TYGqugAkI3Xebw #/registration

05/12/2025

Air Canada is the exclusive airline partner for and will offer discounted airfares for delegates and their companions traveling to Montreal. This offer is valid for travel from 22 August 2026 to 9 September 2026. Learn more here: https://montreal2026.fip.org/getting-to-fip2026/

25/11/2025

An overview of antimicrobial stewardship programmes (ASPs) in hospitals worldwide is shared in a new FIP insight board report today: https://www.fip.org/file/6432.
The report outlines the core principles of ASPs, key implementation strategies, and the role of pharmacists in combating antimicrobial resistance.
It also reviews national and regional ASP policies across all six World Health Organization regions, mapping existing regulations, institutional support mechanisms, and variations in stewardship frameworks.
Challenges facing hospitals in implementing ASPs, such as shortages of trained personnel, resistance to stewardship policies, and limited real-time surveillance data, are also highlighted.

23/11/2025

We're excited to welcome everyone to the vibrant city of Montreal, Canada, for the from 30 August to 2 September! Get ready for inspiring speakers, interactive workshops, and plenty of networking opportunities. Registration opens in early January. Stay informed by subscribing to our newsletter here: https://mailchi.mp/fip/congress