On August 17, 2025, Psoriasis Philippines (PsorPhil) marked its 20th anniversary. It was more than a celebration of time. It was a tribute to two decades of courage, compassion, and the unbreakable spirit of the Filipino psoriasis community.
Rising Together
When PsorPhil was founded in 2005, it began as a small support group. Today, it stands as a national movement that has given thousands of Filipinos living with psoriasis a voice, a family, and a future.
For 20 years, PsorPhil has fought stigma, pushed for better access to care, and built a safe space where no one feels alone. Its strength has always come from its people—the patients who refuse to be defined by their illness, the caregivers who give their all, and the volunteers and allies who stand by their side.
Relationships That Heal
The anniversary theme, “A Journey of Hope and Advocacy,” reflected the bonds that make PsorPhil what it is today. The celebration brought together stories and voices that showed the heart of this community:
- Testimonies of Change from patients and volunteers who found hope and belonging through PsorPhil.
- Reflections from Founder Josef De Guzman, honoring the friendships, sacrifices, and partnerships that built the organization from the ground up.
- A Leadership Review from Current President Paul Albert Mendoza, who offered both gratitude and perspective. He honored the dedication of those who built PsorPhil’s foundations, acknowledged the challenges faced over the past two decades, and celebrated the victories won through unity and persistence. His message looked ahead with determination, calling on the community to carry the same spirit of resilience into the years to come.
- Commitments from Healthcare Partners, who reaffirmed their role in advancing patient-centered care and inclusive health policies.
- Recognition of Global Partnerships, highlighting PsorPhil’s growing role in shaping conversations and policies on psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis worldwide.
- A Profound Thank You, honoring every doctor, caregiver, family member, leader, volunteer, partner, and ally. Your compassion, expertise, and sacrifices are the pillars of this journey. This milestone belongs to you as much as it does to PsorPhil.
Together, these moments made clear that PsorPhil is not just an organization. It is a family bound by trust, respect, and a shared belief that no one should carry this burden alone.
Looking Ahead
As PsorPhil enters its third decade, it carries both the lessons of its past and the responsibility of its future. The organization is committed to:
- Expanding access to care and treatment for all patients.
- Strengthening education and telemedicine to reach underserved communities.
- Creating stigma-free spaces where people feel accepted and understood.
- Advocating for policies that uphold dignity, equity, and patient rights at home and abroad.
This work is only possible with the continued solidarity of our community. We call on patients, families, healthcare professionals, partners, and allies to walk with us into the next 20 years.
With faith at our core, we ask for God’s guidance as we move forward. May He strengthen our resolve and bless our shared mission of building a future free from the burden of psoriasis.
The road ahead is long, but our foundation is strong. Built on resilience, compassion, and unity, PsorPhil will continue to rise—together, for every patient, every family, and every generation to come.
