Saturday 13 October 2012
National Conference 2012
East Midlands Conference Centre, Nottingham on Saturday 13 October 2012
Come and join us at our 2012 National Conference
People with muscular dystrophy and related conditions, as well as their families, friends and carers, are at the heart of everything we do. The programme we've put together for you is designed to be as informative, practical and helpful as possible, not forgetting to allow for some fun!
Our 2012 National Conference will take place on Saturday 13 October at the East Midlands Conference Centre in Nottingham. It will run from 10am to 4.45pm, and we've put the programme together based on your feedback from past conferences.
- hear about latest research and new developments
- find out how we're fighting for better services for you
- hear campaign successes and what these mean for you
- meet Sue Barker MBE, our President
- have fun and make new friends.
Latest campaign and research news
You'll hear about all the latest breakthroughs in the research that we fund, as well as in international research. You'll also hear of the progress we've made, working with our Muscle Group members, Trailblazers and other supporters, to secure specialist services across the country. We will also highlight
Workshops and advice
There'll be opportunities to meet with care advisors, and to hear updates from researchers. Our campaigns teams and volunteer fundraising teams will be on hand to update you on latest successes and opportunities.
Children's crèche
There will be activities for children of all ages at our crèche, which will be staffed by fully qualified nurses - so come along with your whole family and enjoy the day out.
President's Awards
Our President, Sue Barker MBE, will be there to present the 2012 President's Awards. As always, these awards are given to supporters in celebration of their outstanding achievements - for inspiring those around them or for their exceptional fundraising for the charity.
The categories for the 2012 President's Awards are:
- Campaigner of the Year
- Volunteer of the Year
- Fundraiser/s of the Year
- Inspiring Person of the Year
- Health Professional of the Year
- Scientist/Researcher of the Year
- Research Ambassador of the Year
- Media Partnership of the Year
- Corporate Partnership of the Year
- Lifetime Contribution
If you'd like to nominate someone, do email: PresidentsAwards@muscular-dystrophy.org
Disabled access
All the conference rooms are located on the ground floor, with easy access and adapted bathrooms. The venue offers free parking with 220 spaces, including ample disabled bays just outside the main entrance.
Refreshments
Tea, coffee and soft drinks will be provided, as well as a buffet lunch. Do let us know if you have any specific dietary requirements.
Conference venue
The East Midlands Conference Centre in University Park in Nottingham has state-of-the-art conference facilities with a free car park with 220 spaces. The centre is about ten minutes' drive from Nottingham train station, and five minutes' drive from Beeston train station. Nottingham train station has limited step-free access and Beeston station has limited access. The centre is just off the M1 motorway at junction 26, and for satellite navigation the postcode is NG7 2RJ. To find out about accommodation close to the centre, please contact Beverly Cunningham on 0115 951 3640.
Book your place
The cost for delegates is just £20 for adults and £10 for children. A family ticket is £45. Costs include all refreshments, lunch and a crèche for children up to 16 years of age.
To book your place email us at:2012conference@muscular-dystrophy.org
If you have any queries please call Maureen on 020 7803 4804 or email 2012conference@muscular-dystrophy.org
