Welcome to the Autoimmune Association
We know autoimmune diseases can bring uncertainty. We’re here to guide you at every step of your autoimmune journey.
We’re the world’s leading nonprofit organization dedicated to autoimmune disease advocacy, awareness, education, and research.
No matter where you are on your journey, the Autoimmune Association can help.
We know autoimmune diseases can bring uncertainty. We’re here to guide you at every step of your autoimmune journey.
For nearly 30 years, the Autoimmune Association has been the nation’s leading advocate for the millions of people affected by autoimmune diseases through fostering and facilitating collaboration in the areas of education, public awareness, advocacy, and research.
The Autoimmune Association advocates on the federal and state levels for policies that put patients first – from hosting congressional briefings and issuing public comments to leading the National Coalition of Autoimmune Patient Groups.
Learn MoreThe Autoimmune Association raises widespread awareness and understanding of autoimmune diseases and their prevalence worldwide.
Learn MoreThe Autoimmune Association is committed to empowering and educating patients to ensure they are supported throughout their journey from getting to a diagnosis, identifying treatment options, accessing care, managing comorbidities, and improving quality of life.
Learn MoreThe Autoimmune Association convenes scientists, physicians, and researchers from across disciplines to explore the root cause of autoimmunity to unlock breakthrough treatments and someday, cures.
Learn MoreFor many, the reminder that they are not alone in their experiences with autoimmune disease can be invaluable. Hear from other autoimmune patients in our community.
The Autoimmune Association is the leading organization dedicated to autoimmune diseases. We’re proud of the difference we make each day, bringing us one step closer to a world without autoimmune disease.
100 +
Autoimmune diseases
80 %
Of those living with autoimmune disease are women
$3B +
Secured in federally funded autoimmune research in the last 3 years
$5M
Research funded by the Autoimmune Association