Epilepsy & Society Programme

An exciting programme that will be of great interest to both individuals living with epilepsy and for staff from community organisations supporting people living with epilepsy is scheduled for Thursday 21st October. This programme has been developed by local and regional committees of the International Bureau for Epilepsy.  

A well regarded group of presenters includes widely published sociologist Graham Scambler from University of Central London, who will present on “stigma and quality of life”, and Olympic cyclist Marion Clignet, who will speak about “exercise, diet and AED's”. Other keynote addresses will focus on “epilepsy and depression”, “epilepsy and sexuality”, “epilepsy and employment”, “life after surgery – new directions” and “advocacy and epilepsy”.

A series of workshops explore “memory and epilepsy”, “epilepsy, sport and exercise”, “practical ways to manage depression” and “improving outcomes for people with epilepsy”. In addition there will be a feature on epilepsy and the arts with renowned figures and the “outstanding persons with epilepsy awards” allowing for individuals to share their personal experiences of living with epilepsy. Delegates are invited to stay for the welcome ceremony of the congress and the reception that follows later that evening.

An optional tour will be arranged for Friday 22nd October that will visit the Healesville Sanctuary and vineyards in spectacular countryside surrounding Melbourne.

Registration fees will shortly be announced.
Tentative programme, subject to change