An international network advancing ADHD understanding and inclusion

IAH connects people with ADHD, families, professionals, researchers, educators, advocates, and organizations through membership, learning, standards, events, and cross-border collaboration.

Who We Are

A global association centered on dignity, participation, and evidence

The International Association for Hyperactivity is a member-led organization committed to listening to voices of people with ADHD and strengthening inclusive, ethical, culturally responsive support across education, health, family, research, and community life.

Vision

A world in which people with ADHD are respected, understood, included, and empowered to shape the decisions that affect their lives.

Mission

To advance ADHD understanding and meaningful inclusion by centering lived experience, strengthening evidence-informed practice, supporting families, developing professionals, and building international partnerships.

Objectives

Create inclusive membership pathways for people with ADHD, families, professionals, and organizations.
Promote quality learning, ethical practice, and accountable service standards.
Host conferences, workshops, community dialogues, and knowledge exchanges.
Provide transparent membership, credential, and certificate verification.
Champion autonomy, accessibility, safeguarding, privacy, and human rights.
Support research, leadership by people with ADHD, international cooperation, and professional exchange.

Values

Integrity Confidentiality Professional Competence Dignity and Rights Child Safety International Cooperation

International Scope

IAH welcomes international participation and bilingual engagement, with partnerships spanning ADHD community-led groups, universities, centers, public bodies, nonprofits, and responsible businesses.