AGORA Platform

AGORA is a federation of non-profit patient associations focused on rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases in Southern Europe. It promotes coordination, research including clinical trials, advocacy, and representation at national and European levels. The federation collaborates with scientific institutions and sponsors from private initiatives for social research and funding. It engages in policy interventions at legislative and judicial bodies and organizes educational and advocacy activities. Overview page listing Agora member activities and annual conferences (2024, 2023, 2022). Highlights subject areas related to patient-centered management of rheumatic diseases, chronic pain, and platform-wide collaboration. Support Us page indicating opportunities to volunteer or sponsor Agora Platform projects. Contact communications@agora-platform.eu for more information. Agora Platform is an organization focused on rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases (RMDs) in Southern Europe. It aims to improve knowledge among health professionals, governmental bodies, and the public; encourage and undertake research including clinical trials; foster innovation in education and research to improve treatment and patient care; and promote advocacy and a common agenda for people with RMDs in Southern Europe. The organization supports the foundation and development of user-led organizations for people with RMDs, provides a stronger voice at national and European levels, and promotes supportive attitudes to enable patient independence and full societal participation. AGORA is governed by a voluntary Board elected by member organizations. Board members have affiliations with various rheumatism and patient advocacy organizations across Europe, including Cyprus League Against Rheumatism, Bulgarian Organisation for People with Rheumatic Diseases, Arthritis and Rheumatism Association Malta, Portuguese League Against Rheumatic Diseases, Sjögren Europe, and Hellenic League Against Rheumatism. Several members are involved in policy advocacy, patient research partnerships, and scientific committees such as EULAR and FOREUM. Agora Platform - Archive of AGORA conference reports and annual reports (2012-2024). Index page listing AGORA annual conference reports (2012-2024) with links to PDFs/PPTX and cover imagery on the Agora Platform site. Pan-European patient-led network focusing on rheumatic and musculoskeletal diseases; aims to build user-led organizations in Southern Europe and beyond.