United Kingdom Acquired Brain Injury Forum

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UKABIF aims to educate, inform and provide networking opportunities for professionals, and to raise the profile of ABI and campaign for better services in the UK.

UKABIF is pleased to offer space for poster presentations at the 2026 UKABIF Summit. We welcome submissions on any non-c...
18/06/2026

UKABIF is pleased to offer space for poster presentations at the 2026 UKABIF Summit. We welcome submissions on any non-commercial topic related to acquired brain injury. This is a valuable opportunity to share your work with professionals, families, carers, and individuals with lived experience.

You are also invited to enter the UKABIF Poster Award. This award looks for designs which are able to communicate the project effectively to a non-specialist audience, making it ideal for research projects that need to be explained in a clear and accessible manner. This award is open to posters that have been presented at previous events and the winner will be rewarded with £100, free UKABIF membership for one year and free admission to the 2027 conference.

It is not mandatory to enter your poster for the Award, you can still submit a poster for presentation and choose to opt out of the award process as part of your abstract submission.

Abstract Submission deadline: Monday 31st August 2026, 5pm.

For more information, please have a look here; https://ukabif.org.uk/page/abstractsubmissionform

The Mike Barnes Award for Innovation 2026 is now open for entries.The Award seeks to recognise and celebrate the most in...
16/06/2026

The Mike Barnes Award for Innovation 2026 is now open for entries.

The Award seeks to recognise and celebrate the most innovative and credible project or concept in the management of Acquired Brain Injury, and to provide the winner with support to advance their project. This could include anything from improving an aspect of neurorehabilitation in hospital, the community, school, prison or even in connection with sport-related concussion.

Entrants must demonstrate originality, viability, feasibility and desirability in their project or concept to be eligible, and the winner will receive support from NIHR to take their project to the next level.

Don’t miss this amazing opportunity to be recognised and rewarded for your innovative ideas! Entries must be submitted by 31st August 2026.

Find out more here: https://ukabif.org.uk/page/mike-barnes-award-for-innovation-2026

The Stephen McAleese Award for Inspiration is now open for nominations. The award will recognise an individual for their...
15/06/2026

The Stephen McAleese Award for Inspiration is now open for nominations. The award will recognise an individual for their inspirational work in the field of Acquired Brain Injury.

If you know someone who makes an award-worthy contribution to the field of acquired brain injury please make a nomination. Anyone can make a nomination - there is a short, simple form to complete here: https://ukabif.org.uk/page/Stephen-McAleese-Award-for-Inspiration-2026 which asks you to give their name, details and state why you think they deserve to win an award.

The deadline for nominations is 31st August 2026.

⭐️⭐️DATE FOR YOUR DIARY⭐️⭐️When: 23rd - 24th June 2026Where: Chobham Golf Club, Chobham RoadKnaphill, Woking, Surrey G...
13/06/2026

⭐️⭐️DATE FOR YOUR DIARY⭐️⭐️

When: 23rd - 24th June 2026
Where: Chobham Golf Club, Chobham Road
Knaphill, Woking, Surrey GU21 2TZ
Contact: [email protected]

Hope Rehab Physiotherapy, Rehabilitation and Care at Home: Conference 2026

Recent advances in the assessment, diagnosis and management of people with severe brain injuries and a Disorder of Consciousness. National and international experts will be presenting latest research and developments in this topic.

The conference programme also includes series of short ‘recent research’ presentations, ‘complex case study’ presentations and panel discussions on pressing topics over the two days.

Contact [email protected] to register interest or for an application form.

For more information and updates please visit: https://hoperehab.co.uk/conferences-and-courses

⭐️⭐️DATE FOR YOUR DIARY⭐️⭐️Twilight Talk: Back to School After Brain Injury: Learning, Listening, SupportingWhen:16th Ju...
12/06/2026

⭐️⭐️DATE FOR YOUR DIARY⭐️⭐️

Twilight Talk: Back to School After Brain Injury: Learning, Listening, Supporting

When:16th June 2026
Time: 4pm
Where:Online

This three-part webinar series is designed to support educators in understanding and responding to the needs of pupils with acquired brain injury (ABI). Bringing together foundational knowledge, lived experience, and practical strategies, the series explores the impact of ABI on learning, wellbeing, and school life. It offers insights and guidance to help education professionals support pupils’ successful return to school and ongoing participation in the classroom.

Session 1 - Understanding Acquired Brain Injury: A guide for educators
16th June 2026
Speakers: Dr Emily Bennett and Dr Gemma Costello

This session introduces acquired brain injury (ABI), exploring its impact on learning, behaviour, and wellbeing in the classroom, and highlighting ways educators can support pupils returning to school.

Session 2 - Listening to Student Voices: Lived Experiences of School After ABI
23rd June 2026
Session led by Young Experts with Experience of Acquired Brain Injury (YEBEABI)

In this session, young people with lived experience of ABI share their school journeys, offering honest reflections and practical advice for educators. Covering themes including fatigue, friendships, classroom support, and assessments, this session provides valuable insight into how schools can support pupils with ABI.

Session 3 - Making It Work: Practical Strategies from Education Professionals
30th June 2026
Speaker: Joanna Woodhouse

A practical session led by education professionals, offering strategies to support pupils with ABI in school, including classroom support, and meeting evolving needs.

Visit https://nasen.org.uk/events/twilight-talk-back-school-after-brain-injury-learning-listening-supporting for more information.

UKABIF were delighted to be invited to exhibit at Cygnet’s Neuropsychiatry Conference in Birmingham yesterday.The progra...
11/06/2026

UKABIF were delighted to be invited to exhibit at Cygnet’s Neuropsychiatry Conference in Birmingham yesterday.

The programme covered a range of subjects, including the over ruling of the Cheshire West case and a session from UKABIF’s trustee Mike Dilley on pathways for TBI, FND and mental health.

The highlight of the day was a presentation from Laura who has also recorded a video about her experiences here https://Inkd.in/erpYPcxT

Cygnet are one of our strategic partners and we were delighted that they organised a raffle which raised £350 for UKABIF.

It was fantastic to meet so many new contacts and reacquaint with colleagues.

Clare Harrison, COO of The Brain Injury Group, shares her thoughts on the organisation’s Strategic Partnership with UKAB...
11/06/2026

Clare Harrison, COO of The Brain Injury Group, shares her thoughts on the organisation’s Strategic Partnership with UKABIF and the opportunities it creates to drive meaningful change for people affected by acquired brain injury.

“The Brain Injury Group are proud to become Strategic Partners of UKABIF, the work they do to support those individuals and families who have had their lives impacted by a brain injury is hugely important.
We look forward to supporting them to deliver change through the development and publication of the ABI Action Plan, through their research projects and ensuring access to rehabilitation, support and holistic services for all families.”

To find out more about , please visit their website: www.braininjurygroup.co.uk

🔦 IRWIN MITCHELL LLP 🔦 A few words from Lynne Carrick-Leary, Senior Business Development Manager – Senior Associate, Irw...
09/06/2026

🔦 IRWIN MITCHELL LLP 🔦

A few words from Lynne Carrick-Leary, Senior Business Development Manager – Senior Associate, Irwin Mitchell LLP regarding the importance of our strategic partnership.

“Partnering with UKABIF strengthens both our strategic reach, collective insight, and ability to drive positive, measurable impact across the acquired brain injury sector. Never has it been more important to work collaboratively to support the campaigning and strategic priorities that UKABIF tirelessly advances on behalf of everyone affected by acquired brain injury.”

To find out more about Irwin Mitchell, please visit their website: https://www.irwinmitchell.com/

🔦 CYGNET HEALTH CARE 🔦 A few words from Rachael Chamberlain, Business Development Director, Cygnet Health Care.“Cygnet H...
07/06/2026

🔦 CYGNET HEALTH CARE 🔦

A few words from Rachael Chamberlain, Business Development Director, Cygnet Health Care.

“Cygnet Health Care are delighted to be renewing their strategic partnership with UKABIF. This partnership strengthens our ability to connect specialist Neuropsychiatric Rehabilitation with national strategies and leadership within the sector. It helps Cygnet Neuropsychiatric Rehabilitation combine clinical expertise with sector-wide insight, supporting the development of more responsive, sustainable pathways.

By working closely with UKABIF, Cygnet can better align services, amplify lived experience, raise standards and ensure better outcomes are achieved across the whole pathway. Together we have a real opportunity to make a lasting difference for individuals, families and professionals across the sector.”

To find out more about Cygnet Health Care, please visit their website:

https://www.cygnetgroup.com/

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