NEWS FROM THE EYFDM COUNCIL MEETING We held a successful EYFDM Council Meeting over 2 days at the WONCA World Conference in Lisbon.  We elected 3 new members to the Executive Committee: Paula Sala Ivars - President Elect Catarina Gomes Madeira - Events Officer Charlotte Morris - WONCA Europe Liaison Congratulations to the candidates, and we thank Stuart Holmes, Ikbal Humay Arman and Aaron Poppleton for their hard working during their terms in these positions. We also voted on locations for our next two EYFDM Fora: 2027 - Malaga, Spain 2028 - Rotterdam and Leiden, Netherland Congratulations to the successful Host Organising Committees! Council voted and accepted the 2024-5 Annual Report, Financial Report and Budget, and an amendment to Hippokrates Exchange durations to increase participation. We also voted to adopt the new Sustainable Events Guidance as a way to make our events more environmentally friendly going forwards. Finally, we discussed and approved a Statement on Professional Values, Ethics and Human Rights in response to the ongoing conflicts in the world.

THANK YOU FOR A SUCCESSFUL YOUNG DOCTORS MOVEMENT PRE-CONFERENCE AT WONCA WORLD 2025 Thank you to all who participated in two days of future-proofing family medicine in Lisbon! From sustainable health systems to planetary health, from wellbeing discussions to building impactful organizations, this incredible group of young family physicians came together to shape the future of primary care. Thank you to everyone who made the YDM Pre-Conference 2025 an unforgettable experience. The connections made, knowledge shared, and inspiration gained will ripple through our global community for years to come. Now, onwards to WONCA World Conference 2025! See you in Cape Town WONCA World Pre-Conference 2027! EYFDM FORUM 2026 - TALLINN, ESTONIA We are happy to invite you to the 10th EYFDM Forum, held in Tallinn, Estonia, on 30-31 January 2026.   In an era of limitless information, distinguishing facts from fiction is more critical than ever—especially in family medicine. Under the theme “Fishing for facts: navigating the sea of information in family medicine” we will explore the challenges and opportunities of evidence-based practice, misinformation, and digital health. Cast your net wide, sharpen your critical thinking, and join us in charting the course for the future of primary care!  The call for abstracts has been extended until 30th September 2025! EYFDM Forum 2026 team has great news! There are discounts available for travelling to Tallinn for: 1. Lufthansa Group flights, more info https://eyfdmforum2026.eu/travel-accommodation/ 2. Tallink/Silja Line ferry tickets for Helsinki and Stockholm lines. When making a booking https://www.tallink.com/ just enter EYFDM in the Discounts & Gift Cards box to apply the discount. 3. There are also special deals available to stay at Radisson Blu Hotel Olümpia and Park Inn by Radisson Central Hotel!  Booking links are on our webpage. Of course there are also a few bursaries coming, so keep your eyes and ears open for more information coming at the end of summer! For detailed information about the programme, registration, abstract submission and more, please visit: https://eyfdmforum2026.eu/  Follow the event on instagram @eyfdmforum2026 https://bit.ly/eyfdmforum2026instagram   And join our whatsapp group to get the latest news and updates! https://bit.ly/eyfdmforum2026whatsapp HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE 9TH EYFDM FORUM From 25–27 April, over 200 early-career family doctors gathered for the 9th European Young Family Doctors’ Movement (EYFDM) Forum — a truly unique event that unfolded across three countries: Luxembourg, Germany, and France. This vibrant forum celebrated the future of family medicine at the very heart of Europe.   Across three dynamic days, participants engaged in cutting-edge plenaries, hands-on workshops, and inspiring presentations. Keynote sessions explored powerful themes such as breaking gender bias in medical research and practice, embracing the joys and challenges of general practice, navigating diverse career journeys in family medicine, and leading the way with low-carbon consultations. The energy didn’t stop there. Through participant-led sessions, we tackled real-world challenges and shared the latest evidence shaping our field. Topics ranged from the art of delegation ("I can’t do everything!") and gender identity medicine, to promoting physician wellbeing, integrating AI into lifestyle medicine, and addressing culture and mental health in clinical practice. Beyond the academic programme, the Forum’s vibrant social schedule offered rich opportunities for networking, personal growth, and cultural immersion — showcasing the best of three nations. Many attendees also had the chance to visit local family medicine practices, gaining valuable insights into diverse models of patient-centered care. A family-friendly approach to the Forum aimed to keep everyone involved!   As we reflect on an inspiring few days, excitement is already building for what's next: the Young Family Doctors’ preconference at WONCA World in September, and the 10th EYFDM Forum set for 30–31 January 2026 (see above!)   We can’t wait to see you there! UPCOMING NETWORK CONFERENCES/EVENTS Here are some upcoming events of interest, click on the images for all the information! And don't forget to subscribe to our calendar for more events!