Saturday 18 September 2010

National Conference and Awards 2010

Sue Barker at the 2008 National ConferenceYou are invited to join us at our annual National Conference and Awards at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole on 18 September 2010. This is your chance to meet other families affected by muscle disease, hear our expert speakers and see Sue Barker MBE present our 2010 President's Awards.  

It's also an ideal opportunity to: 

  • Learn about the latest research developments
  • Find out about how we're fighting for better services
  • Hear about our volunteering success stories
  • Pick up ideas for effective fundraising
  • Meet Sue Barker, MBE, our President
  • Have fun and make new friends

The theme for this year's event is 'volunteering' and afternoon workshops will be available on a choice of topics including:

  • Campaigning
  • Trailblazers
  • Living with MD

Make your 2010 President's Awards nominations

Sue Barker MBE will be there to present this year's President's Awards. These awards will be given to those who have been nominated for their outstanding achievements - maybe they are a genuine inspiration to those around them or exceptional fundraisers. 

The categories for the President's Awards are:

  • Campaigner of the Year
  • Carer of the Year
  • Clinician of the Year
  • Research Ambassador of the Year
  • Inspiring Person of the Year
  • Fundraiser of the Year
  • Junior Fundraiser of the Year
  • Family of the Year
  • Support Group of the Year
  • Volunteer of the Year
  • Young Person of the Year
  • Lifetime Contribution Award

This year has seen some truly incredible nominations arrive so make sure you book your tickets to help celebrate their amazing achievements.

Ticket costs 

  • Adults £15
  • Children £5
  • Family ticket £30

Contact us

If you would like to attend, contact us now on 020 7803 4800 or 2010conference@muscular-dystrophy.org

This event is co-sponsored by Active Assistance and Agincare.

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