Expert Committees of the WF ADHD
The committees of the World Federation of ADHD bring together international experts to advance education, research, scientific exchange and organisational development. Each committee focuses on a specific area of the Federation's work and supports its mission through ongoing collaboration and expert leadership.
How Our Committees Work
Each committee is chaired by internationally recognised experts and supported by members from across the Federation's affiliated societies. Together they provide scientific expertise, strategic guidance and practical support for the Federation's activities, helping to ensure continuity and global representation.
Committee Overview
Membership Committee
The Membership Committee reviews membership applications in accordance with the Federation's membership regulations and provides recommendations to the Board. It also supports strategies to strengthen, retain and grow the Federation's global membership in line with its mission and goals.
Committee Chairs
Li Yang, China
Manfred Gerlach, Germany
Dissemination Committee
The Dissemination Committee supports the Federation's communication and outreach by preparing scientific statements, news and educational content related to ADHD. It helps keep members and the wider community informed about new developments in research, Federation activities and other important announcements.
Committee Chairs
Ying Qian, China
David Daley, United Kingdom
Education Committee
The Education Committee promotes education and dissemination at all levels of ADHD and related disorders around the world, which are student teaching, residency and CME. Further development will also include patient issues.
Committee Chairs
Barbara Franke, The Netherlands
David Daley, United Kingdom
Awards Committee
The Awards Committee reviews and administers the Federation's awards and sponsored grants, develops transparent selection criteria and proposes future award initiatives. It also organises the Early Career Scientist Award Symposium and selects the recipients of the Early Career Scientist Award presented at the biennial World Congress on ADHD.
Committee Chairs
Manfred Gerlach, Germany
Anita Thapar, United Kingdom
Scientific Program Committee
The Scientific Program Committee develops and oversees the scientific programme of the biennial World Congress on ADHD. Bringing together leading international experts in ADHD research and clinical practice, it ensures a high-quality, balanced programme that reflects current developments and advances in the field.
Committee Chairs
Manfred Gerlach, Germany
Luis Rohde, Brazil
Maggie Sibley, USA
Anita Thapar, United Kingdom
Poster Program Committee
The Poster Program Committee reviews submitted abstracts and organises the Guided Poster Tours at the biennial World Congress on ADHD. It also evaluates abstracts for the Early Career Scientist Awards, helping to recognise outstanding research by emerging scientists.
Committee Chairs
Anselm Fuermaier, The Netherlands
Oliver Tucha, Germany
Evidence Review & Synthesis Committee
The Evidence Review & Synthesis Committee coordinates the ongoing review and synthesis of scientific evidence related to ADHD. It maintains the International Consensus Statement through regular updates and brings together experts from different disciplines to ensure that recommendations reflect the latest research.
Committee Chairs
Sam Cortese
Alison Pritchard
Nomination Committee
The Nomination Committee oversees the nomination process for the Federation's elected leadership positions. It identifies and proposes qualified candidates to the Board and General Assembly, supporting transparent governance and the continued leadership of the World Federation of ADHD.
Committee Chairs
Luis Rohde, Brazil
David Coghill, Australia
Jonna Kuntsi, United Kingdom
Jane Liddle, Canada
Clementine Chawane, South Africa
Yufeng Wang, China