A discussion around values may be felt unnecessary for those who, like us, are dedicated to healthcare professionals’ education and growth. But we think it is very timely.

This year, the IFAPP Academy embarked on an ambitious plan, with several initiatives, to get us closer to delivering on our vision to become the center of reference for education in Medical Affairs and Medicines Development — bringing more options for our community of students, our alumni, and our global fellows.

In the midst of the uncertainly, ambiguity, and sadness this year has brought, our values kept us centered and focused on delivering for our students and sponsors, and ourselves, personally, as we had promised.

The values we live by are:

Integrity: Honesty is the only way we know

Productive creativity: We find new and better ways to get things done

Professionalism: We know what we do well, with a zero-defect approach

Partnership: We know that by going together, the horizon looks closer.

Global inclusiveness: We value all voices, backgrounds, and opinions