iCAN, the International Children's Advisory Network, is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose members are youth from around the world. For a decade, iCAN has consistently prioritized for the representation of children and families in the realms of pediatric medicine, research, and innovation. iCAN is the platform for empowering young individuals to contribute their insights and experiences, directly influencing the landscape of pediatric medical research and innovation. Through various initiatives and events, iCAN strives to enhance the involvement of children and families in healthcare decision-making processes with clinicians, researchers, the FDA, and industry to foster patient-centric advancements in pediatric healthcare.

 

Your participation in our auction will enable us to have children from around the world - who do not have the financial means - attend our Summit. This year the iCAN Summit will be scheduled from July 15 - 20th at The Painted Turtle Summer camp in July of 2027. The proceeds cover global travel and accommodation expenses for these young participants. Throughout the interactive and educational week-long event, children will engage with industry, work on projects, share research findings from the past year, and have a rich cultural and educational experience.