About us
Who we are
The Infection Prevention Society is an independent charity. The aim of the Infection Prevention Society (IPS) is to inform, promote and sustain evidence-based infection prevention policy and practice to create a health and care system where no person's health and wellbeing is harmed by preventable infection. We do this through educational events, resources and collaborations. We have a membership network of 2000 plus members.
Our culture and values
Working Together To Prevent Infection
SUPPORT
Our members to deliver the highest quality and safest care
IMPROVE
Evidence-based IPC practice, surveillance and care in all health and care settings
ENGAGE
Ensure equity of access and support for a diverse and multidisciplinary workforce in all health and care settings.
IMPACT
Influence and shape IPC education and policy
Equality, diversity and inclusion policy
The IPS values all people as individuals. We aim to be an anti-discriminatory organisation and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We are inclusive and we believe diversity of thought will help us to achieve our strategy to Work together to prevent infection.