For many individuals living with Osteogenesis Imperfecta (OI), improved life expectancy has brought new realities and healthcare needs that are often overlooked.
Across Africa and other developing regions, access to specialised OI care, medical guidance, and long-term support remains a major challenge. (Research-Based Truth).
As part of our commitment to creating lasting change, OIFN is proud to announce its 10th Anniversary Conference — a landmark gathering dedicated to awareness, education, advocacy, and better healthcare outcomes for the OI community.
Theme: “Hope, Strength & Resilience”
This impactful event will unite medical experts, advocates, caregivers, families, and people living with OI to share knowledge, experiences, and practical solutions that can improve OI care and support systems across Nigeria and beyond.
What the Conference Will Address:
🔹 Improving standards and approaches to OI healthcare
🔹 Equipping healthcare providers with knowledge and support tools (Following on from our OI awareness event).
🔹 Empowering individuals living with OI and their families
🔹Training for healthcare professionals
🔹 Addressing healthcare gaps in underserved communities
🔹 Building stronger advocacy and support networks and more
Who Should Attend?
• People living with Osteogenesis Imperfecta
• Parents, guardians, and caregivers
• Doctors, nurses, physiotherapists, Medical students, and medical professionals
• Disability advocates and non-profit organisations
• Researchers, educators, and healthcare students
• Community leaders and public health stakeholders
• Anyone passionate about inclusive healthcare and rare disease awareness
Date: 10th September 2026
📍 Location: Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria
Registration here: scan the QR code to register.
Additional information will be shared soon.
This conference represents more than a celebration — it is a movement towards better healthcare access, stronger support systems, and a future where every person living with OI can receive the care, information, and treatment they deserve.
Together, we can inspire change, strengthen communities, and create hope for generations to come.
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