World Vitiligo Day 2025
Innovation Summit
Coming to Canada for the First Time!
REDEFINING THE FUTURE OF VITILIGO
Vitiligo affects nearly 100 million people worldwide – not just physically, but emotionally and socially too. Today, the conversation is louder and more powerful than ever – and this year, Canada proudly joins the global movement.
World Vitiligo Day is one of the largest health awareness movements in the world, in 2025 its Canadian history. For the very first time, the World Vitiligo Day comes to Toronto, shining a powerful spotlight on vitiligo and the incredible global community behind it.
Hosted by Skinopathy in partnership with the Vitiligo Research Foundation, this year’s theme, “Innovation for Every Skin,” explores how artificial intelligence, medtech, and research are revolutionizing care, access, and equity for people with vitiligo.
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Donate to support Research
Your support fuels groundbreaking research, compassionate care, and empowering education
Patients & Advocates Welcomed!
World Vitiligo Day is an in-person and livestreamed event for EVERYBODY!
Global directory connecting vitiligo groups, fostering support and awareness worldwide.
Abstract Competition
Showcase your awesome vitiligo research in front of international leaders!
Event Details
Who Attends
- Medical Professionals
- Patients and Advocates
- Industry Partners
- Visionaries and Technologists
Topics Covered
- Clinic & Research
- AI & Medtech Innovation
- Cosmetics & Camouflage
- Mental Health & Support
And Lots more!
- Startup Showcase
- Art Competition
- Lead-Up Events
- Livestreaming
Featured Speakers
Dr. Torello Lotti
Academician of the Italian Republic
Chairman Dermatology University Guglielmo Marconi
Dana Gies
Executive Director
Canadian Skin Patient Alliance
Dr. Sam Hanna
Dermatologist and Vitiligo Specialist
Dermatology on Bloor
Dr. Nanette Silverberg
Chief Pediatric Dermatology
Mount Sinai Health System
Bill Arteca
CEO
BioSample Connect
Erika Page
Founder + Editor-in-Chief
Living Dappled
Dr. Torello Lotti
Academician of the Italian Republic
Chairman Dermatology University Guglielmo Marconi
Dana Gies
Executive Director
Canadian Skin Patient Alliance
Dr. Sam Hanna
Dermatologist and Vitiligo Specialist
Dermatology on Bloor
Dr. Nanette Silverberg
Chief Pediatric Dermatology
Mount Sinai Health System
Bill Arteca
CEO
BioSample Connect
Erika Page
Founder + Editor-in-Chief
Living Dappled
Previous Events
2025
Toronto, Canada
World Vitiligo Day is hosted by Keith Loo and his team at Skinopathy in Toronto, Canada
2024
Cali, Colombia
World Vitiligo Day was hosted by Dr. Claudia Arenas and General Secretary Dr. Adriana Cruz, with enthusiastic backing from the Mayor of Cali, Colombia
2023
Almaty, Kazakhstan
World Vitiligo Day was hosted by Dr. Aliya Kassymkhanova and Dr. Anar Abdrakhmanovain in six cities across Kazakhstan: Almaty, Astana, Kyzul-orda, Semei, Shymkent and Uralsk
2022
Mexico City, Mexico
World Vitiligo Day was hosted by Prof. Jorge Ocampo Candiani and supported by the Mexican Foundation of Dermatology and Vitiligo Foundation of Mexico in Mexico City, Mexico.
2021
Jakarta, Indonesia
World Vitiligo Day was hosted by Dr. Srie Prihianti Gondokaryono and a team from the Indonesian Society of Dermatology & Venereology, including Dr. Yulianto Listiawan, Dr. Andreas Widiansyah, and Dr. Hanny Nilasari
2020
Zagreb, Croatia
World Vitiligo Day was hosted by Prof. Ivana Binić, MD in Zagreb, Croatia
2019
Hanoi, Vietnam
World Vitiligo Day was hosted by Dr. Nguyen Van Thuong, Director of the Vietnam National Hospital of Dermatology and Venereology, in Hanoi, Vietnam
2018
Boston, USA
World Vitiligo Day was hosted by Dr. John Harris, Director of the Vitiligo Clinic at UMass Medical School, and Valarie Molyneaux, President of VITFriends in Boston, USA
2017
Sao Paulo, Brazil
World Vitiligo Day was hosted by Dr. Paulo Cunha in Sao Paulo, Brazil
2016
Prague, Czech Republic
World Vitiligo Day was hosted by Prof. Jana Hercogova in Prague, Czech Republic
2015
Shenyang, China
World Vitiligo Day was hosted by Prof. Xing-Hua Gao in Shenyang, China
2014
Chandigarh, India
World Vitiligo Day was hosted by Prof. Dr. Davinder Parsadin Chandigarh, India
2013
Detroit, USA
World Vitiligo Day was hosted by Dr. Henry Lim in Detroit, USA
2012
Rome, Italy
World Vitiligo Day was hosted by Prof. Dr. Torello Lotti in Rome, Italy
2011
Lagos, Nigeria
World Vitiligo Day was hosted by Ogo Maduewesi in Lagos, Nigeria
2009
Chandigarh, India
Dr. Savita Malhotra usher’s in the first rendition of World Vitiligo Day in Chandigarh, India
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About the Hosts
The Vitiligo Research (VR) Foundation is a non-profit on a mission to cure vitiligo and end the suffering it causes for millions around the world.
We’re here to drive change through research, compassionate care, and education — with a firm belief that science should serve people, not just papers.
From developing cutting-edge AI tools to leading the global World Vitiligo Day campaign, everything we do is about impact — and yes, we believe you can make a difference and have fun doing it!
Explore how you can get involved. Or make a donation.
Either way, you’re part of something meaningful.
Skinopathy is an award-winning Canadian digital health company specializing in AI-driven dermatology solutions. Founded by Keith Loo and Dr. Collin Hong in 2020, the company has pioneered breakthrough technologies in skin disease assessment and management.
Become a sponsor
Turn awareness into action.
Sponsoring World Vitiligo Day 2025 isn’t just good PR, it’s a bold statement about how your brand aligns with innovation, equity, and global impact.
Our sponsor tiers deliver more than logos on banners. You will be part of a campaign with massive digital reach — livestreamed, shared, and amplified across continents — creating ripple effects long after the lights go down.
Whether you go all-in or show support as an Ally, there’s a seat at the table and a place in the spotlight.
Join us in the Lake Lounge at the MaRS Waterfront Toronto. Be seen. Be heard. Be the reason change happens.
Skinopathy Vitiligo App
Your essential companion for World Vitiligo Day 2025. It is designed to keep everything in one place and includes:
- Pre-event digital activities
- Educational content
- Real-time updates
- Mental health support with international advocacy groups
- Conference livestreaming
It also features Skinopathy AI, a powerful new platform that helps track the progress of vitiligo over time by using AI to assess images taken on a cellphone.
Smarter Care with Seamless Access.
Brought to you by
Vitiligo Research Foundation
Vitiligo Voices Canada
Skinopathy
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Celebrate Awareness and Community at Toronto’s First World Vitiligo Day