The World Federation of Orthodontists is pleased to invite you to the three landmark events featured in the all-new Pre-Congress activities of the 10th International Orthodontic Congress, taking place in Rio de Janeiro on Wednesday, October 22, 2025.
FIRST GLOBAL ORTHODONTIC EDUCATORS FORUM
For Orthodontic Chairs/Educators
Time: 8:30 AM – 11:15 AM
Room: To be announced in the program
In alignment with WFO’s mission to advance the art and science of orthodontics globally, we are excited to launch the First Global Orthodontic Educators Forum. This forum has been designed to bring together educators from across the globe to foster collaboration in teaching and research and to develop new strategies to enhance orthodontic education. Your participation will be instrumental in achieving these goals and shaping the next era of orthodontic training. Please contact Dr’s Letizia Perillo letizia.perillo@gmail.com and Eric Liou lioueric2042@gmail.com for details.
FIRST SOCIETY OF ORTHODONTIC SPECIALTY CERTIFICATION BOARDS (SOSCB) SYMPOSIUM
For Orthodontic Boards Officials/Diplomates Of Orthodontic Boards
Time: 11:30 AM – 01:30 PM
Room: To be announced in the program
The SOSCB symposium has been created to allow the exchange of information and discussions about developing effective orthodontic certification processes.This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to shaping the future of certification and training standards in orthodontics worldwide. Please contact Dr Valmy Kulbersh vkulbersh@aol.com for further details.
FIRST WFO – FUTURE LEADER ORTHODONTIC SIMPOSIUM (FLOS)
For WFO Student Members
Time: 9:30 AM – 01:00 PM
Room: To be announced in the program
The WFO/Future Leader Orthodontic Symposium has been conceived to emphasize the importance of nurturing the next generation of orthodontic leaders. This symposium serves as a platform for sharing innovative ideas and fostering collaboration among orthodontic residents from all over the world. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage in discussions that shape the future of orthodontics, addressing key challenges and advancing leadership development within the field. Please contact Dr Bryce Lee brycelee37@gmail.com for further details.
These events are part of our ongoing efforts to support high standards in orthodontic education and certification worldwide. Your expertise and insights will be invaluable in enhancing our specialty and sharing knowledge with our global colleagues.
Please respond to this invitation by February 28th, 2025, indicating your participation in the events. You may register for these events by clicking here.
We encourage all attendees to plan to arrive in Rio de Janeiro by the evening of October 21st, 2025, and Register for the IOC in time, if you haven’t already. Click here to register for IOC.
We kindly request the recipients of the emails who are Orthodontic Leaders of Associations and Boards, Educators and Chairs of Orthodontic Programs, to share the invitations to the WFO/FLOS with all their residents.
Your prompt reply will greatly assist the Organizing Committee in ensuring a memorable and productive experience for all participants.
We look forward to your participation and to the opportunity to collaborate on advancing orthodontic education and certification.
