World Physiotherapy is committed to furthering the physiotherapy profession and improving global health. An important part of our purpose is to further the global physiotherapy profession by supporting our member organisations with information, expertise, and services. We provide a range of support and services for our member organisations.
Founded in 1951, we are the sole international voice for physiotherapy. We represent more than 600,000 physiotherapists worldwide, through our 125 member organisations.
Everyone has universal access to quality physiotherapy services where and when needed
To represent physiotherapy across the globe, advancing our profession and advocating access for all, to improve health and wellbeing
We bring our community together through our member organisations, regions, specialty groups, and the wider physiotherapy profession
We recognise and embrace the diversity in our community and our actions create a sense of belonging
We support our member organisations, regions, and specialty groups in the service of others to create lasting change and impact
We partner with our member organisations, regions, specialty groups, and others who share our values and objectives
We work with our member organisations, regions, specialty groups, and others to advocate for change, collaborate on projects, and move the profession forward to improve global health
