SKINPACT Programme Launched Today with New Global Awards Initiative to Support the Dermatology Community

Lausanne, Switzerland (ots/PRNewswire) -

- Galderma, in partnership with the International League of Dermatological
Societies, has launched the search for initiatives that will fulfil an important role
in strengthening the global dermatology community
- The SKINPACT Awards, part of a wider programme with social responsibility at
its heart, will recognise entries in two categories: "Community Leadership
[http://www.skinpact.org/skinpact-awards ]" and "Excellence in Education
[http://www.skinpact.org/skinpact-awards ]"
- Galderma is committed to advancing dermatology to improve and support the
lives of individuals living with, and impacted by, dermatological conditions

Galderma is proud to announce the launch of a new global
initiative under the SKINPACT Programme that will provide support for
two new projects in the field of community dermatology. The winning
entries will be awarded funding to implement future projects to help
shape advances in Community Leadership and Excellence in Education to
improve communities and patient quality of life.

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The SKINPACT Programme recognises those who see the true potential
for advancement in their field and are willing to work passionately
to make that vision a reality. "The SKINPACT Programme represents an
important development of our corporate social responsibility focus in
dermatology, something we at Galderma have prioritised for many years
and consider a vital element in supporting a sustainable dermatology
community worldwide," commented Humberto Antunes, President and CEO
of Galderma. "It is important that we value the people and ideas that
can make a difference and generate a positive impact in advancing
dermatological innovation."

The SKINPACT Awards are open for entry from now until 4 February
2015; in March the shortlisted entries, determined by an Expert Panel
of leading dermatologists comprising of members of the International
League of Dermatological Societies, will be announced on the SKINPACT
website and peer voting will commence. The final decision on the
winners will be disclosed, and awards granted of US$15,000, at the
World Congress of Dermatology in Vancouver in June 2015.

"This is a truly innovative approach to determining projects that
will benefit patients and physicians, as well as the wider community,
and this will be recognised through the support given by community
voting. The winning projects will reflect the sustainable approach to
connecting people across the globe to drive the focus represented by
these new projects. We look forward to announcing the winners next
year," said Professor Dr. Wolfram Sterry, President of the
International League of Dermatological Societies (ILDS).

Please click on the link below for 'Notes to Editors':
http://www.skinpact.org/skinpact-awards-launched-today

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