FDI World Dental Federation

The FDI World Dental Federation, also known as FDI (French: Fédération dentaire internationale), is an international organization representing the dental profession. It was founded in Paris in 1900.

FDI promotes oral health by developing health policies, education programs, and advocating for dentistry internationally.

History
FDI was established in Paris in 1900.

In 2005 Michele Aerden became its first female president.

FDI is now headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, operating as a non-governmental organization. It is overseen by a General Assembly, which sets policy, and its activities are carried out by five standing committees composed of 60 volunteers from its national member associations.

Each year, around 300 delegates participate in FDI's World Dental Parliament.

FDI Annual World Dental Congress
The FDI Annual World Dental Congress (FDI AWDC) is a global event organized by the FDI World Dental Federation. It is a platform for dental professionals, researchers, and industry leaders to gather and discuss developments in oral health care and related fields.

The General Assembly, also known as the FDI World Dental Parliament, is a part of the Congress where member associations and specialist groups of FDI convene to discuss matters related to the dental profession. The World Oral Health Forum, held during the Congress, allows policymakers, public health experts, and stakeholders to address issues in oral health.

Year and venue

 * 2024 Istanbul (Türkiye)
 * 2023 Sydney (Australia)
 * 2022 Mumbai (India)
 * 2021 Sydney (Virtual, Australia)
 * 2019 San Francisco (United States)
 * 2018 Buenos Aires (Argentina)
 * 2017 Madrid (Spain)
 * 2016 Poznań (Poland)
 * 2015 Bangkok (Thailand)
 * 2014 New Delhi (India)
 * 2013 Istanbul (Turkey)
 * 2012 Hong Kong (Hong Kong SAR, China)
 * 2011 Mexico City (Mexico)
 * 2010 Salvador da Bahia (Brazil)
 * 2009 Singapore (Singapore)
 * 2008 Stockholm (Sweden)
 * 2007 Dubai (United Arab Emirates)
 * 2006 Shenzhen (China)
 * 2005 Montreal (Canada)
 * 2004 New Delhi (India)
 * 2003 Sydney (Australia)
 * 2002 Vienna (Austria)
 * 2001 Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia)
 * 2000 Paris (France)

World Oral Health Day
The FDI World Dental Federation organizes the annual World Oral Health Day since 2013, observed annually internationally on 20 March. The day is meant to raise global awareness of the issues surrounding oral health and the importance of oral hygiene.

Partnerships
FDI is a member of the World Health Profession Alliance (WHPA), which also includes the International Council of Nurses (ICN), the World Medical Association (WMA), the International Pharmaceutical Federation (FIP), and the World Confederation for Physical Therapy (WCPT).