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Call for PEDro Representatives: Help shape the future of physiotherapy evidence

The Physiotherapy Evidence Database (PEDro) is the world’s leading resource for physiotherapy evidence. For more than two decades, PEDro has provided clinicians, researchers and students with rapid access to high-quality, curated research to support evidence-based practice.

We are now seeking PEDro Representatives, individuals or groups who will champion PEDro in their own country, region, subdiscipline, or organisation.

This is a unique opportunity to play a leadership role in sustaining the future of PEDro and accessible physiotherapy evidence.

Purpose of the role

PEDro Representatives act as advocates for PEDro, raising awareness, supporting financial sustainability, and strengthening connections with physiotherapy communities worldwide. A core responsibility is to help secure PEDro’s long-term future by engaging with national physiotherapy associations and other potential funders.

Key responsibilities

The key responsibilities of PEDro Representatives it to promote PEDro at professional events, meetings, and conferences; advocate with potential funding bodies, including physiotherapy organisations, for financial or in-kind partnerships; and submit at least three short activity reports each year.

Commitment

  • One-year term, renewable on approval.
  • After two years, representatives assist with succession planning.

Who should apply?

We are looking for respected physiotherapy leaders (e.g. senior academics, clinicians, professional leaders, or network convenors) who have excellent communication skills, advocacy experience, and strong professional networks.

Benefits of becoming a PEDro Representative

  • Contribute to the future of PEDro and evidence-based physiotherapy practice.
  • Gain recognition on the PEDro website and access to an annual PEDro Representative email signature badge.
  • Develop leadership and advocacy skills to strengthen your CV.

How to apply

Submit a brief proposal including the scope of your intended representation (country, region, subdiscipline, or group); evidence of your professional profile, leadership, or networks; your approach to promoting PEDro and spreading awareness; and specific plans for approaching national physiotherapy associations, other organisations or potential funders to support PEDro’s sustainability.

Applications close 11 January 2026.

Click here to apply today.

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