Advocacy
WFSA advocates to and with national, regional and global decision-makers to advance the availability, safety and quality of anaesthesia services worldwide.
As the only global umbrella body of anesthesiologists, WFSA is well-placed to influence decision-makers. We have official relations with the World Health Organization as a Non-State Actor and hold consultative status with the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC).
WFSA 2026 Annual Theme
WFSA’s 2026 Annual Theme highlights the multiple roles anaesthesiologists play across the entire patient pathway.
World Health Organization
WFSA champions anaesthesiology at global and regional World Health Organization (WHO) meetings.



