Irish Association for Palliative Care

Founded in 1993, Irish Association for Palliative Care is a non-governmental organisation based in Dublin, Ireland working on health, education, science & research.

The Irish Association for Palliative Care (IAPC) is a multi-disciplinary membership non-governmental organisation founded in 1993 as an all-island body. It promotes palliative care in Ireland and internationally by supporting professionals across disciplines, including doctors, nurses, social workers, pharmacists, chaplains and allied health workers. Its work includes advocacy for national palliative care policy based on patient-centred, equitable and universal access, an annual education and research seminar, working groups and forums, publications, and a monthly newsletter. It is a registered charity and a company limited by guarantee, funded through HSE and POBAL project funding and membership fees.