World Federation of Hemophilia

The World Federation of Hemophilia (WFH) is an international non-profit organization dedicated to improve the lives of people with hemophilia (also spelled haemophilia) and other genetic bleeding disorders. It educates hemophiliacs and lobbies for improved medical treatment. 75 percent of people in the world with bleeding disorders do not receive adequate treatment.

The WFH was established by Frank Schnabel in 1963 and has its headquarters in Montreal, Canada. It has member organizations in 113 countries and official recognition from the World Health Organization. The current President is Mark Skinner.

World Hemophilia Day
World Hemophilia Day is an international observance held annually on April 17 by the WFH. It is an awareness day for hemophilia and other bleeding disorders, which also serves to raise funds and attract volunteers for the WFH. It was started in 1998; April 17 was chosen in honor of Frank Schnabel's birthday.

Themes by year

 * 2010: "The Many Faces of Bleeding Disorders – United to Achieve Treatment for All"
 * 2009: "Together, We Care"
 * 2008: "Count Me In"
 * 2007: "Improve Your Life!"