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Are you interested in the latest MND research? Would you like to connect with others in the MND community and MND researchers?

You’re invited to MND EnCouRage on 15 July!

MND EnCouRage is open to anyone affected by MND, including people living with MND, family and friends, carers, healthcare professionals, and volunteers. 

[I enjoyed] Meeting all the brilliant and so very dedicated early career researchers, and being inspired by their passion and abilities to help defeat this dreadful disease. – Person affected by MND, 2025

What can you expect?

  • The chance to hear from dedicated and passionate early career researchers.
  • The opportunity to connect with researchers and scientists in the MND research field.
  • Round table discussions with researchers and others in the MND community.
  • Complimentary accommodation at the Burleigh Court Hotel, Loughborough on 14 and 15 July (if required).

How can I take part?

Registration for MND EnCouRage 2026 isn’t open yet – keep checking here for updates!

Places at the event are limited. If the number of registrations exceeds the places available, all names will be entered into a ballot.

If you have any questions, please get in touch with the MND EnCouRage team at encourage@mndassociation.org

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MND EnCouRage 2025

'It's been amazingly positive, really engaging and the range of what has been demonstrated today is quite reassuring to someone with MND. It's exceeded my expectations and is really, really worthwhile.' Person with MND, 2023