World Physiotherapy

Who we are

Founded in 1951, World Physiotherapy (previously known as the World Confederation for Physical Therapy) is the sole international voice for physiotherapy, representing more than 600,000 physiotherapists worldwide through its 128 member organisations. World Physiotherapy operates as a non-profit organisation and is registered as a charity in the UK.

World Physiotherapy believes that every individual is entitled to the highest possible standard of culturally appropriate healthcare delivered in an atmosphere of trust and respect for human dignity, and underpinned by sound clinical reasoning and scientific evidence. It is committed to furthering the physiotherapy profession and improving global health through:

• encouraging high standards of physiotherapy research, education and practice
• supporting the exchange of information between World Physiotherapy regions and member organisations
• collaborating with national and international organisations

Our culture and values

Trust: We say everything that needs to be said in the room. We place ‘no surprises’ at the core of everything we do.

Diversity and inclusion: We believe a diverse workplace will lead to smarter ideas and more informed decision-making. We treat people and groups fairly based on their unique characteristics. We recognise each person’s individual value and contribution and accept them as a member of the team.

Collaboration: We are one team of strong and diverse individuals unified by a clear common purpose. We believe working collaboratively will help manage stress, increase retention and loyalty, and achieve our strategic goals.

Flexibility: We adapt our approach according to the individual and situation. We strive to balance life and work needs for individuals and for the team. We balance pragmatism and perfectionism by knowing when to stop once a goal has been achieved.

Integrity: Once we commit to an action, we follow through. We make fair and reasonable decisions in a non-judgmental way. We always give credit to the team who have helped us get a result.

Care and support: We are compassionate and treat people with respect.

Equality, diversity and inclusion policy

Diversity and inclusion

World Physiotherapy is committed to best practice in equity, diversity, and inclusion, and to fostering an inclusive environment that reflects the membership it represents. Throughout our recruitment process we seek to ensure that all applicants are judged on their suitability for the post alone and that there is no unfair bias.

Equal Opportunities Statement

As part of our recruitment policy, World Physiotherapy intends to ensure that no prospective or actual employee is discriminated against based on race, sex, nationality, marital status, sexual orientation, employment status, class, disability, age, religious belief or political persuasion, or is disadvantaged by any condition or requirement which is not demonstrably justifiable.