Our Mission

At UnifIBD, we’re dedicated to serving the IBD community in ways that matter. We want to build real connections through interactive and informative initiatives that bring people together. Our mission is to raise awareness, offer support, and push research forward so people can better understand and manage IBD, with an end goal of improving the lives of everyone affected by these complex diseases. With your time and energy, we can make this happen and build a caring community right here and worldwide.

What is UnifIBD?

UnifIBD (unify-IBD) is a nonprofit founded in 2023 by two teenagers living with Crohn’s Disease who wanted to create a safe space for others like them. We recently secured our 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status and are focused on bringing the IBD community together through awareness, support, and inclusion. We’re here to help people feel understood and connected, and to make sure no one has to face IBD alone. In the future, you can look forward to events like workshops, fundraisers, and chances to meet others who understand what living with IBD is really like.

What is IBD?

Inflammatory Bowel Disease, commonly known as IBD, refers to a group of chronic inflammatory disorders that primarily affect the gastrointestinal tract. The main types of IBD are Crohn’s Disease and Ulcerative Colitis, both of which cause symptoms including abdominal pain, fatigue, as well as psychological distress, anxiety, and depression. IBD is lifelong and unpredictable in nature, significantly impacting quality of life and casting a heavy toll on mental health, especially on patients diagnosed with early onset IBD.

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