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Guyana Pharmacists’Association

About the GPA

Pharmacists united in service to humanity.

The professional voice of pharmacists in Guyana.

Mission & Vision

Why we exist

To advance the practice of pharmacy in Guyana by representing and supporting pharmacists, promoting continuing professional education, upholding ethical standards and partnering with government and the wider health sector for the benefit of every patient.

A united, respected pharmacy profession at the heart of a healthier Guyana.

Aims & Objectives

What we work towards

  1. 01Represent the interests of pharmacists and the profession nationally and regionally.
  2. 02Promote continuing professional education so members stay current with best practice.
  3. 03Uphold high ethical and professional standards in every pharmacy setting.
  4. 04Promote the safe and rational use of medicines among the public.
  5. 05Collaborate with the Ministry of Health, regulators and other health professionals.
  6. 06Foster fellowship and mentorship among pharmacists and pharmacy students.

History

History of the GPA

The Guyana Pharmacists' Association brings together pharmacists from hospital, community, regulatory, academic and industry practice under one banner, guided by its motto, “Service to Humanity.”

A fuller account of the Association's founding, past presidents and milestones is being compiled and will be published here.

Constitution

Our Constitution

The GPA Constitution will be available to download here shortly.

Meetings

Statutory, executive & annual meetings

Statutory Meetings

Held as required by the Constitution to conduct the formal business of the Association.

Minutes: available to members soon

Executive Meetings

The elected executive meets regularly to plan activities and manage the affairs of the Association.

Annual General Meeting

All members are invited to receive reports, review accounts and elect the executive at the end of each term.

Minutes: available to members soon

Sub-Committees

Where members make a difference

Public Relations

Shares the Association's news, manages its social media and represents the GPA's voice to the public and the press.

Community

Takes pharmacists into communities through health fairs, outreach clinics and medicine-safety education.

Pharmacy Week & Convention

Plans the annual Pharmacy Week celebrations and the GPA Convention: lectures, exhibitions and fellowship for the profession.

Volunteer with us. Sub-committees are run by member volunteers. Speak to any member of the executive to join one.