We are a nonprofit with one mission: Ensure efficient diagnosis and optimal care for people affected by IC/BPS
We do this through:
Advocacy
ICA advocacy efforts empower people affected by IC/BPS around the country and the world, teaching them to become self-advocates for their healthcare needs.
Education
ICA’s educational programs raise awareness of IC/BPS and empower those affected to change lives.
Community
ICA provides support communities for those affected by IC/BPS.
The ICA was instrumental in me receiving the correct diagnosis. As a repository of evidence-based information, the ICA has also been incredibly important in many of the treatment choices I have made over the years. Beyond that, it has provided me with a connection to others who understand what it is like to live with this condition, the value of which is hard to put into words.