Advancing Skilled Lactation Care & Global Health Equity

Representing lactation professionals worldwide, shaping international health policy, and delivering evidence-based clinical guidance.

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Find an IBCLC®

Connect families and healthcare providers with certified lactation experts worldwide.

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Clinical Practice Tools

Access evidence-based triage tools, spanish glossaries, and practice guidelines.

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Knowledge Center & JHL

Explore peer-reviewed research in the Journal of Human Lactation and earn CE credits.

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WHO Code & Advocacy

Toolkits and guidance to protect breastfeeding against unethical commercial marketing.

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The Global Voice for Lactation Professionals

ILCA is the only international association representing skilled lactation care providers where global health policy decisions are made.

Policy Representation

Working alongside WHO, UNICEF, and international policymakers to ensure lactation professionals are embedded in every health system.

Gold-Standard Science

Publishing peer-reviewed clinical research through Journal of Human Lactation to elevate standards of care globally.

Health Equity Commitment

Driving inclusive language, regional scholarship access, and equitable pricing structures across all member countries.

Supporting Your Practice at Every Stage

Designed to equip, protect, and connect lactation experts around the world.

World-Class Education

  • 10+ complimentary continuing education credits annually

  • Discounted registration for ILCA global conferences

  • On-demand access to the ILCA Knowledge Center

Clinical & Practice Support

  • Official Clinical Guidelines and Spanish Glossary

  • Triage protocol frameworks for complex cases

  • Public directory listing for patient referrals

Journal & Evidence-Based Research

  • Subscription to the peer-reviewed Journal of Human Lactation

  • Listen to JHL Podcast discussions about complex clinical cases

  • Translational research summaries to guide evidence-based clinical care

Advocacy and Global Impact

Stay up to date on global policy updates, WHO Code resources, and international healthcare initiatives.

Elevate Your Practice & Join the Movement

Our equity-based membership tiers are designed to reflect local economic conditions, ensuring every lactation professional has access to world-class resources.