Psoriasis looks different on African skin tones. Together, we educate, support, and advocate for dignity and care.
Psoriasis is a chronic, immune-mediated disease that affects the skin, joints, and overall health. It is not contagious.
On African skin tones, lesions may appear purple, dark brown, or grey, and scaling may look silvery or whitish.
The International Federation of Psoriasis Associations (IFPA) is the global umbrella organization representing patient groups for psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis. Each year, IFPA sets a theme for World Psoriasis Day on October 29 to unite millions worldwide in awareness, advocacy, and action.
A theme is a global focus area chosen to highlight urgent issues in psoriatic disease. In 2026, the theme is Youth, ensuring that the experiences of young people are heard and addressed.
Youth voices campaign, policy advocacy, digital engagement, and research on education, employment, and mental health.
Safe spaces, school advocacy kits, peer support programs, and workshops for parents and caregivers.
At school, I used to hide my arms. Now I speak openly about psoriasis, and my friends understand.
Psoriasis is more than a skin condition. It affects daily life, confidence, and overall health, and patients can take practical steps to manage symptoms and improve wellbeing.
Awareness and outreach are essential to change perceptions and ensure patients feel supported.
Psoriasis is not contagious and is not caused by poor hygiene. Public campaigns challenge harmful myths and promote accurate information.
Outreach in schools, workplaces, health fairs, and community forums creates understanding and reduces discrimination.
Patient voices on radio, TV, and social media normalize conversations and show psoriasis on African skin tones.
World Psoriasis Day on October 29 and youth-focused campaigns help amplify reach across Kenya.
Living with psoriatic disease can feel isolating, but support systems make a huge difference.
Safe spaces for patients to share experiences, learn from each other, and access peer mentors in person and online.
Workshops on treatment routines, school challenges, emotional support, and referral pathways.
Connections to counselling services, peer networks, and conversations about anxiety, depression, and resilience.
Dedicated programs for young patients and their families to reduce isolation and build confidence.
Beyond patient support, PAK works to educate communities and advocate for better policies so psoriatic disease is understood, treated fairly, and prioritized in health systems.
Easy-to-read brochures and toolkits for patients, families, and schools, including stigma reduction and treatment information.
Workshops for doctors, nurses, and pharmacists focused on African skin tones, early diagnosis, and psoriatic arthritis screening.
Engaging government and insurance providers to improve access to treatment, affordable biologics, and better national prioritization.
These organizations anchor PAK's credibility and show patients that Kenyan advocacy is supported worldwide.
Stories are powerful. They break stigma, empower patients, and help communities understand that psoriasis is more than a skin condition.
"Psoriasis spread to 96% of my body. For years, I felt isolated. Through PAK, I found community and hope and now my story is part of a global conversation."
Share your story with PAK.
Join a support group.
Volunteer for awareness campaigns.
Partner with us to amplify patient voices.
PAK's campaigns bring psoriatic disease out of the shadows, from community talks in Kenya to global solidarity initiatives.
Beyond campaigns, PAK provides direct support to members so patients and caregivers feel connected and empowered.
Patients gather to discuss treatment challenges, stigma, and coping strategies.
Dermatologists, psychologists, and advocacy leaders bring expertise into community spaces.
Small group sessions offer safe spaces to talk about flare-ups, mental health, and family life.
Active WhatsApp groups connect patients across Kenya for daily tips, encouragement, and treatment updates.
Meetings often link to larger campaigns such as World Psoriasis Day, keeping advocacy alive between events.
Join PAK, share your story, support advocacy, and stay connected through our community channels.
