About WFC

The World Federation of Chiropractic (WFC) is an international organization comprising about 90 national chiropractic member associations. It holds official NSA (NGO) status in its relationship with the World Health Organization (WHO).

The WFC works to promote high standards in chiropractic education, research, and clinical practice within the global healthcare community. It also provides guidance on appropriate legislation for chiropractic regulation in its member countries.

Since 1999, the Japanese Association of Chiropractors (JAC) has served as the official national member of the WFC representing Japan.

The WFC is also an associate member of the Council for International Organizations of Medical Sciences (CIOMS) established by the WHO and UNESCO.

Affiliated Organizations
WHO – World Health Organization

CIOMS – Council for International Organizations of Medical Sciences

IBCE – International Board of Chiropractic Examiners

FICS – International Federation of Sports Chiropractic

ACC – Association of Chiropractic Colleges

FCLB – Federation of Chiropractic Licensing Boards

CCEI – Councils on Chiropractic Education International

WCCS – World Congress of Chiropractic Students

ICRS- International Chiropractic Regulatory Society