EMA staff will be joined on the boat by representatives of patient organisations such as EURORDIS-Rare Diseases Europe, European AIDS Treatment Group (EATG) and the European Patient Forum (EPF) to underline the commitment to collaboration and inclusion of diverse perspectives in medicines regulation. Health and scientific excellence are strengthened when all voices are represented, respected and included.

EMA has a long-standing history of working with patient communities, whose involvement has helped shape scientific and regulatory approaches. Understanding the needs of diverse populations and engaging with communities, including the LGBTQI+ one, leads to better medicines and better health outcomes.

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