IAID committees provide structured, member-led spaces for doctors to contribute expertise, develop practical supports, strengthen professional representation, and build services that respond to the real needs of international doctors across Ireland.
Education & Training Committee
Purpose
Support doctors navigating education, exams, career planning, and training pathways in Ireland.
Key activities
Mentorship programmes, educational sessions, pathway explainers, exam preparation signposting, and constructive engagement on training access.
Who it supports
Doctors seeking training access, career progression, exam guidance, teaching opportunities, or professional mentoring.
Media & Representation Committee
Purpose
Promote accurate, professional, and diplomatic communication about issues affecting international doctors.
Key activities
Media monitoring, public statements, message coordination, stakeholder briefings, and support for clear public representation.
Who it supports
Members, public audiences, healthcare stakeholders, and media contacts seeking informed and measured perspectives.
Research & Professional Development Committee
Purpose
Encourage evidence-informed work, academic contribution, leadership, and professional development.
Key activities
Research projects, audit support, teaching events, writing groups, leadership sessions, and professional development opportunities.
Who it supports
Doctors interested in research, publications, teaching, leadership, quality improvement, and long-term career growth.
Immigration Advisory Committee
Purpose
Provide general guidance and signposting on immigration-related processes affecting doctors and families.
Key activities
Information sessions, official-link signposting, general process guidance, issue mapping, and liaison on recurring themes where appropriate.
Who it supports
Doctors navigating employment permits, visa processes, family reunification, renewals, and immigration transitions.
Relocation Support Committee
Purpose
Support doctors and families as they settle into professional, practical, and community life in Ireland.
Key activities
Orientation resources, county information, practical checklists, arrival guidance, and peer support connections.
Who it supports
Newly arriving doctors, relocating families, and doctors moving between hospitals, practices, counties, or training posts.
Events & Networking Committee
Purpose
Create professional connection and community across hospitals, counties, specialties, and career stages.
Key activities
Webinars, networking sessions, conferences, county gatherings, educational events, and member engagement initiatives.
Who it supports
Members seeking collaboration, professional learning, leadership opportunities, and a stronger sense of community.
Community Support Committee
Purpose
Provide warm, practical peer support and help members find appropriate pathways for guidance.
Key activities
Peer connection, signposting, local networks, wellbeing-oriented initiatives, regional outreach, and support during transitions.
Who it supports
Doctors seeking community, orientation, practical guidance, peer connection, or support during professional and personal transitions.