SKINPACT Programme Launched Today with New Global Awards Initiative to Support the Dermatology Community

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LAUSANNE, Switzerland, Oct. 10, 2014 /PRN=KYODO JBN/ --

    - Galderma, in partnership with the International League of Dermatological

Societies, has launched the search for initiatives that will fulfil an

important role in strengthening the global dermatology community

    - The SKINPACT Awards, part of a wider programme with social responsibility

at its heart, will recognise entries in two categories: "Community Leadership

[http://www.skinpact.org/skinpact-awards ]" and "Excellence in Education

[http://www.skinpact.org/skinpact-awards ]"

    - Galderma is committed to advancing dermatology to improve and support the

lives of individuals living with, and impacted by, dermatological conditions

    Galderma is proud to announce the launch of a new global initiative under

the SKINPACT Programme that will provide support for two new projects in the

field of community dermatology. The winning entries will be awarded funding to

implement future projects to help shape advances in Community Leadership and

Excellence in Education to improve communities and patient quality of life.

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    The SKINPACT Programme recognises those who see the true potential for

advancement in their field and are willing to work passionately to make that

vision a reality. "The SKINPACT Programme represents an important development

of our corporate social responsibility focus in dermatology, something we at

Galderma have prioritised for many years and consider a vital element in

supporting a sustainable dermatology community worldwide," commented Humberto

Antunes, President and CEO of Galderma. "It is important that we value the

people and ideas that can make a difference and generate a positive impact in

advancing dermatological innovation."

    The SKINPACT Awards are open for entry from now until 4 February 2015; in

March the shortlisted entries, determined by an Expert Panel of leading

dermatologists comprising of members of the International League of

Dermatological Societies, will be announced on the SKINPACT website and peer

voting will commence. The final decision on the winners will be disclosed, and

awards granted of US$15,000, at the World Congress of Dermatology in Vancouver

in June 2015.

    "This is a truly innovative approach to determining projects that will

benefit patients and physicians, as well as the wider community, and this will

be recognised through the support given by community voting. The winning

projects will reflect the sustainable approach to connecting people across the

globe to drive the focus represented by these new projects. We look forward to

announcing the winners next year," said Professor Dr. Wolfram Sterry, President

of the International League of Dermatological Societies (ILDS).

    Please click on the link below for 'Notes to Editors':

http://www.skinpact.org/skinpact-awards-launched-today

    SOURCE: Galderma