Under the direction of Dr Ruaa Alharithy, President of the WCD 2031 Riyadh Bid and Programme Director of this initiative, SSDDS has launched a Resident-as-Educator programme that empowers derma residents to embrace their roles as mentors, teachers, & future leaders of medicine

Dr. Basma Al-Buhairan, Managing Director of the World Economic Forum Affiliate Center, shares how Riyadh is rapidly transforming into a global hub for leadership, innovation, and opportunity — a city that welcomes the world with open arms. A destination ready to host WCD 2031!

Wishing all who celebrate a radiant and joyful Diwali! May this Festival of Lights fill your hearts and homes with warmth, laughter, and cherished moments together. 🪔 #HappyDiwali #WCDRiyadh2031 #ILDS #UnitedForSkinHealth #FestivalOfLights

We’re delighted to share that the World Congress of Dermatology (WCD) 2031 Riyadh Bid Team will be present at the International League of Dermatological Societies (ILDS) World Skin Summit, taking place from 23–25 October 2025 in Cape Town, South Africa.

We will be at Global Health Exhibition, from 27–30 October 2025 at the Riyadh Exhibition & Convention Center (Malham) — under the patronage of the Ministry of Health and in alignment with Vision 2030 and the Health Sector Transformation Program. Visit us at Stand H3.061!

#REPOST @ildsderm - Over 150 leaders, representing 94 dermatology societies from around the world are in Cape Town, South Africa over the next few days for the 4th ILDS World Skin Summit. #WSS2025 The theme of the Summit is 'Making Treatment Accessible and Affordable Worldwide'

Riyadh stands ready — a city where tradition meets transformation, and where global medicine finds new inspiration. As the Kingdom bids to host the 2031 World Congress of Dermatology, Riyadh rises as the ideal destination — a hub of progress, science, and ambition.

At the 4th ILDS World Skin Summit, the WCD 2031 Riyadh Bid presented its vision before the global dermatology community. Thanks to ILDS and to all our colleagues, delegates, and friends who visited our booth, shared their encouragement, and supported Riyadh’s vision for 2031!

During Korea Derma 2025, Dr. Husain Juma, representing the WCD 2031 Riyadh Bid, had the honor of presenting a token of appreciation to Dr. Hangrae Cho, Immediate Past President of the Association of Korean Dermatologists, and to Dr. Sang Ju Lee, the newly appointed President.

TBT an evening at the Riyadh Reception – Ambassadors’ Invitation held at the Royal Embassy of Saudi Arabia in Paris where Dr. Ruaa Alharithy, President, WCD 2031 Riyadh Bid, spoke on Riyadh’s spirit of ambition, unity, and innovation.

We had a wonderful participant at the WCD 2031 Riyadh booth at EADV 2025, putting their knowledge of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and the World Congress of Dermatology to the test! Fun, insightful, and a reminder of why the excitement around Riyadh’s WCD 2031 bid keeps growing!

Another great moment from the WCD 2031 Riyadh booth at EADV 2025! This time, one of our enthusiastic visitors took on the Riyadh & WCD challenge; testing their knowledge, sharing a few laughs, and joining the excitement around our bid.

Another great moment from the WCD 2031 Riyadh booth at EADV 2025! This time, one of our enthusiastic visitors took on the Riyadh & WCD challenge; testing their knowledge, sharing a few laughs, and joining the excitement around our bid.

It was a pleasure hearing Dr. Javier Beut share his thoughts at the SAAM Academy Conference in Riyadh last week, where he shared his thoughts about Saudi Arabia’s remarkable progress in dermatology, education, and innovation.

Marking Oman National Day with respect and appreciation for the Sultanate and its people; a day that reflects the country’s identity, heritage, and steady path forward. Sending warm greetings to all our friends and colleagues, partners and associates in Oman!

The World Congress of Dermatology (WCD) Riyadh 2031 Bid Team extends heartfelt greetings to the people of Lebanon on their Independence Day. May this day bring renewed hope, harmony, and progress to the nation 🇱🇧! #wcd2031riyadh #riyadh #saudiarabia #Lebanon

Dr. Assem Farag, Consultant Dermatologist & Head of Sharm Derma, highlights what makes Riyadh uniquely positioned to host the World Congress of Dermatology 2031 — a city built for global congresses, powered by ambition, and aligned with the future of dermatology.

On the occasion of the 54th National Day of the Kingdom of Bahrain 🇧🇭, we extend our warmest greetings to the nation and its people as they celebrate a proud journey of heritage, unity, and progress.

Sending warm holiday wishes to our global community. This season is a reminder of the power of connection, shared purpose, and collective ambition. Wishing you a peaceful holiday season and a year filled with progress and possibility.

As a new year begins, we extend our warmest wishes to the global dermatology community. May the year ahead bring good health, meaningful collaboration, and continued progress across our shared field. Wishing everyone a very happy and prosperous New Year.