LUPUS WORLDWIDE
Lupus Awareness Has No Borders
Lupus affects people around the world. Across countries and continents, organizations are working to improve lupus awareness, education, support, advocacy and research.
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Explore some of the organizations helping people affected by lupus around the world.
North America
Lupus Foundation of America (LFA)
The Lupus Foundation of America focuses on providing broad support, education, and advocacy for those affected by lupus.
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Lupus Research Alliance (LRA)
The Lupus Research Alliance is the world's leading private funder of lupus research.
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Lupus and Allied Diseases Association, Inc. (LADA)
The LADA is a patient advocacy organization that represents the patient voice in healthcare and research.
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Lupus Canada
A national nonprofit dedicated to improving the lives of people affected by lupus in Canada through research, advocacy, public awareness and education.
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​Latin America & the Caribbean
​​Asociación Lupus Argentina (ALUA)
A nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting people affected by lupus in Argentina through education, information, advocacy and community support.
Europe
Lupus Europe
A European umbrella organization bringing together national lupus patient organizations. Lupus Europe works to empower people with lupus, advocate for patient-centered healthcare and support lupus research.
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Lupus UK
The UK's national registered charity supporting people with lupus and those going through diagnosis. It provides lupus information, a support helpline, peer support and educational resources.
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Asia-Pacific
Hope for Lupus Foundation — Philippines
A Philippine nonprofit dedicated to increasing lupus awareness and providing support, education and guidance for people living with lupus and their families.
VISIT HOPE FOR LUPUS FOUNDATION PHILIPPINES→
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Lupus Trust India — India
A charitable organization supporting people with lupus in India through treatment assistance, education, awareness, advocacy, financial aid and emotional and social support.
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Lupus Association (Singapore)
A patient-focused organization providing support, education, awareness and practical assistance for people living with lupus and their families in Singapore.
Africa
​Lupus Foundation of Africa (LFA)
Works to increase lupus awareness, improve access to information and provide community support for people diagnosed with lupus and their families across Africa.
VISIT LUPUS FOUNDATION OF AFRICA →
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​Hope for Lupus Africa
​A charity dedicated to empowering individuals with lupus and autoimmune diseases across Africa by providing information, support, and effective management strategies
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Andrea's Gift Foundation
A South African nonprofit providing lupus awareness, education, advocacy and support for people living with lupus and their families.
VISIT ANDREA'S GIFT FOUNDATION →
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Australia & Oceania
Lupus Group of Western Australia, Inc.
A nonprofit organization supporting people affected by lupus in Western Australia through education, awareness, advocacy, resources and community support.
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RESEARCH & GLOBAL COLLABORATIONS
Lupus research depends on collaboration across countries, medical specialties and communities. These organizations and networks help advance lupus research, education and scientific collaboration around the world.
Grupo Latino Americano de Estudio del Lupus (GLADEL)
A network of lupus experts and research centers working to advance lupus research and education throughout Latin America. GLADEL also provides patient education through its “Hablemos de Lupus” initiative.
The European Lupus Society (SLEuro)
A professional organization connecting clinicians and researchers to advance lupus research, education and collaboration across Europe.
Asia Pacific Lupus Collaboration (APLC)
An international collaboration of lupus clinicians and researchers working to improve outcomes for people with systemic lupus erythematosus through high-quality research across the Asia-Pacific region.
CAN'T FIND YOUR COUNTRY?
Lupus support exists around the world.
Can't find a lupus organization for your country or region on this page?
The World Lupus Federation connects lupus patient organizations from around the world. Use its global network to find organizations and resources serving your country or region.
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