Ethics
and integrity
Scientific
rigor
Transparency
Institutional
cooperation
Democratic
representation
Commitment
to society
MISSION
To unite and strengthen Physical Therapy associations in Brazil by promoting integration, scientific development, professional qualification, and institutional representation.
VALORES
VISION
To establish Brazilian Physical Therapy as a national and international reference in clinical care, science, education, and policy.
Ethics and integrity; scientific rigor; transparency; institutional collaboration; democratic representation; commitment to society.
FEBRAFISIO works to:
Represent and advocate for the interests of Physical Therapy before public and private institutions
INSTITUTIONAL OBJECTIVES
Promote unity and coordination among affiliated associations
Encourage scientific, educational, and professional development
Establish national and international partnerships
Support public health policies
Strengthen professional education and qualification
Promote events, courses, and technical-scientific initiatives
Foster the production and dissemination of knowledge
ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE
Democratic and
transparent governance.
General Assembly
The highest and sovereign body of FEBRAFISIO, composed of representatives from affiliated associations, responsible for the entity’s strategic decisions.
Executive Board – Responsible for the administrative and operational management of FEBRAFISIO
Executive Board
Responsible for the administrative and operational management
of FEBRAFISIO.
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President
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Vice President
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Secretary-General
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Treasurer
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Scientific Director
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Education/Training Director
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Communications Director
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Institutional Relati
Deliberative Council
Composed of the presidents of affiliated associations; represents the entities politically within the General Assembly.
Fiscal Council
An independent body responsible for overseeing FEBRAFISIO’s accounting, financial, and asset management.
AFFILIATED ASSOCIATIONS
II associations
a federation.
FEBRAFISIO brings together the main physiotherapy associations in Brazil, covering all areas of specialization, teaching, and research.
Um marco histórico
de uma união institucional!
Consejo de supervisión
ÁREA DE ATUAÇÃO
Education
Brazilian Association for Physical Therapy Education
As a member of FEBRAFISIO, it contributes to the strengthening, integration, and projection of Brazilian Physiotherapy, expanding its capacity for political, scientific, and institutional articulation at the national and international levels.
AREA OF EXPERTISE
Aquatic Physiotherapy
Brazilian Association of Aquatic Physical Therapy
AREA OF EXPERTISE
Oncology
Brazilian Association of Physical Therapy in Oncology
AREA OF EXPERTISE
Gerontology
Brazilian Association of Physical Therapy in Gerontology
AREA OF EXPERTISE
Neurofunctional
Brazilian Association of Neurofunctional Physical Therapy
AREA OF EXPERTISE
Women's Health
Brazilian Association of Women’s Health Physical Therapy
AREA OF EXPERTISE
Trauma-Orthopedics
Brazilian Association of Orthopedic and Trauma Physical Therapy
AREA OF EXPERTISE
Research and Postgraduate Studies
Brazilian Association for Research and Graduate Studies in Physical Therapy
AREA OF EXPERTISE
Osteopathy
Association of Osteopaths of Brazil
AREA OF EXPERTISE
Respiratory and Cardiovascular
Brazilian Association of Cardiorespiratory and Intensive Care Physical Therapy
AREA OF EXPERTISE
Sports
National Society of Sports Physical Therapy and Physical Activity
INSTITUTIONAL ACTIVITIES
Performance that transforms Physiotherapy!
Political representation:
Engagement with public authorities, regulatory bodies, and national and international institutions.
Scientific development
Development of technical position statements, promotion of research, and integration among associations
Education and training
Support for professional qualification and collaboration with educational institutions
Institutional communication
Dissemination of relevant information and strengthening the image of Physical Therapy.
Events and integration
Organization of congresses, meetings, and collaborative initiatives.
PARTNERSHIPS AND INSTITUTIONAL RELATIONS
FEBRAFISIO collaborates with government agencies, professional councils, educational and research institutions, and national and international scientific organizations.
Strengthen Physiotherapy
HOW TO JOIN FEBRAFISIO
For Associations
FEBRAFISIO is a federation composed of representative Physical Therapy associations in Brazil. Associations interested in joining FEBRAFISIO may apply for membership, provided they meet the criteria established in its Bylaws, including:
National representativeness in their field of activity.
Institutional, fiscal, and financial compliance.
Active membership base.
Scientific, educational, or professional activity aligned with the Federation’s objectives.
Commitment to ethical, scientific, democratic, and governance principles.
Membership strengthens the collective action of Brazilian Physical Therapy and expands its political, scientific, and institutional influence nationally and internationally. For more information, please refer to the FEBRAFISIO By laws.
For Professionals
FEBRAFISIO does not offer individual membership. Participation occurs through affiliated associations.
By joining one of the 11 associations that make up FEBRAFISIO, professionals become part of a coordinated national network, with access to:
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Scientific updates
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Discounted participation in events and technical-scientific initiatives
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Professional collaboration networks
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Advocacy and professional development initiatives
In addition, members actively contribute to strengthening, integrating, and advancing Brazilian Physical Therapy and its social impact. Become part of FEBRAFISIO by joining one of our affiliated associations.
Principles that guide our actions
FEBRAFISIO operates based on the principles of legality, impartiality, morality, transparency, efficiency, and accountability. Institutional decisions are conducted democratically, with the participation of affiliated associations.
TRANSPARENCY AND GOVERNANCE
