World Pharmacy Council has been a trusted part of the Shepparton community since 1979. We are open 6 days a week from to be here when you need us the most. You can always speak with a pharmacist at Shepparton Amcal Pharmacy.
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As part of the World Pharmacy Council, AFP will actively contribute to the global conversation to create a more unified and resilient global pharmacy community that contributes to meaningful improvements in patient care and health system efficiency.
“Membership of the WPC fully aligns with our mission to ensure pharmacies are a valued and seamless part of healthcare. Collaborating with other WPC members will help us ensure a functional medicine supply chain and high-quality pharmacy services – responsibility and sustainably.” commented Risto Holma, President, Association of Finnish Pharmacies.
Prof Trent Twomey, President of the World Pharmacy Council added “We are absolutely delighted to welcome The Association of Finnish Pharmacies to the World Pharmacy Council. They bring a unique perspective and expertise to our collective policy making and advocacy strengthening our ability to drive positive change for community in pharmacy practices worldwide”.
Pictured (left to right): Andrew Topen (WPC Secretary General), Doug Hoey (WPC Vice-President), Risto Holma (AFP President), Merja Hirvonen (AFP CEO), Prof. Trent Twomey (WPC President).
The World Pharmacy Council (WPC) is delighted to welcome the Association of Finnish Pharmacies (AFP) to our membership, further enhancing our ability to represent the voice of community pharmacists globally.
The WPC is an multinational community committed to fostering cooperation and innovation among community pharmacy associations worldwide. AFP’s decision to join the Council will add significant value to our collective mission to promote international recognition of community pharmacy’s role and value, securing its position as a fundamental pillar of person-centred, sustainable and resilient health systems.
The AFP is responsible for representing their members’ interests, with the goal of safeguarding the conditions for sustainable and high-quality pharmacy operations. They offer effective, tailored services and strengthen their members’ ability to respond to changes in the pharmacy sector.
November 13, 2025
World Pharmacy Council Welcomes The Association of Finnish Pharmacies (Apteekkariliitto) As Its Newest Member
Neighbourhood Pharmacies members represent Canada's leading pharmacy organizations that deliver high value, quality care to Canadians in all models.
APB is the
federation of independent Belgian community pharmacists.
The Pharmacy Guild of Australia is a peak representative body for community pharmacy owners in Australia.
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Our Member Organisations
The Association of Finnish Pharmacies represents privately owned, pharmacist-run pharmacies.
Apteekkariliitto
The Federal Union of German Associations of Pharmacists is the umbrella organisation of more than 60,000 pharmacists in Germany.
The Danish Pharmacies Association is pharmacy's employer and trade association in Denmark.
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The Irish Pharmacy Union (IPU) is the representative and professional body for community pharmacists in Ireland.
The Pharmacy Guild of New Zealand is the peak representative body for pharmacy owners in New Zealand.
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The Israel Pharmacists Association unites private pharmacy owners all over Israel and has about 500 members located all over the country.
The National Association of Pharmacies (ANF) is a professional association which represents the interests of pharmacy owners in Portugal.
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NPA is the trade association for independent community pharmacies in the UK.
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The General Council of Spanish Pharmacists represents the pharmacy professional at the national and international level.
Community Pharmacy England (formerly the Pharmaceutical Services Negotiating Committee) promotes and supports the interests of NHS community pharmacies in England.
Affiliate Members
The National Community Pharmacists Association represents pharmacist owners, managers, and employees of more than 22,000 independent community pharmacies across the United States.
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PLEASE NOTE BEFORE COMPLETING THIS FORM:
If you are an individual, please note that membership of the World Pharmacy Council is not available to individuals. The Council's full members are community pharmacy representative organisations, and application for affiliate membership is open only to companies and other organisations that have an interest in the field of community pharmacy.
