For Researchers

For Researchers

  • Vitiligo Research Foundation produces a number of educational events that are available for sponsorship annually. These events consistently attract audiences composed of researchers, physicians, dermatologists, medical students, as well celebrities and patient community leader...
  • VRF offers five Bronze level sponsorship opportunities. This level covers the global World Vitiligo Day conference and online activities. Highlights of sponsorship: name and logo on all conference advertising and materials for the event logo in pre-session slideshows when...
  • VRF offers three Silver level sponsorship opportunities. This level covers the global World Vitiligo Day conference and online activities. Highlights of sponsorship: name and logo on all conference advertising and materials for the event logo in pre-session slideshows whe...
  • VRF offers two Gold level sponsorship opportunities. This level covers the global World Vitiligo Day conference and online activities. Highlights of sponsorship: name and logo on all conference advertising and materials for the event an exhibitor's table in the main confe...
  • VRF offers only one Platinum level sponsorship opportunity. Our Platinum level sponsorship covers the global World Vitiligo Day conference,  select community events worldwide and online activities. Highlights of sponsorship: a 10-minute presentation (on research and educat...

FAQOther Questions

  • What's the status with official recognition of World Vitiligo Day?

    In 2016, the United Nations marked World Vitiligo Day in its International Calendar of Disability Events. However, it was removed in 2019 when the calendar was streamlined to 'M...

  • Who is prone to vitiligo?

    Vitiligo can affect anyone, regardless of gender, age, or race. Vitiligo prevalence is between 0.76% and 1.11% of the U.S. population, including around 40% of those with the con...

  • How can I cure vitiligo?

    There is no cure for vitiligo, but there are a number of effective treatment options that can be discussed with your GP or dermatologist. The aim of treatment is to stop new pat...