National Psoriasis Foundation launches new mission statement

Today, the National Psoriasis Foundation launched a new mission statement: To find a cure for psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis and to eliminate their devastating effects through research, advocacy and education.

"As the national organization that represents the 7.5 million Americans living with psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis, it was important for the Foundation to refine its mission to reflect the Foundation's current focus and future priorities aggressively pursuing a cure for psoriatic diseases," said Dale White, chairman of the National Psoriasis Foundation Board of Trustees.

At the February 21 board meeting held in Washington, D.C., members also approved the Foundation's strategic plan, which provides direction to Psoriasis Foundation volunteers, staff and board members, for finding a cure. Specifically, the plan calls to:

Increase the Foundation's role as a catalyst in scientific discovery.

Accelerate the Foundation's ability to change conditions and policies that pose barriers to the mission.

Increase the capacity of individuals and health care providers to effectively manage and treat psoriasis/psoriatic arthritis and improve overall health.

"Research, advocacy and education programs are the cornerstones of the Foundation's mission and strategic plan. They will guide the Foundation's renewed efforts to bring about the end of these prevalent and debilitating autoimmune diseases," said Mark Lillie, chairman of the National Psoriasis Foundation Strategic Planning Task Force.