16 November, Blackrock College, Blackrock

My Moving Brain is our FutureNeuro community engagement programme aimed at raising awareness of brain health and wellness while promoting inclusivity in sport for individuals impacted by brain conditions across Ireland.  As part of this programme, FutureNeuro are hosting a free event which aims to open up conversations about brain health and wellness to make sport more accessible.   This event is relevant to families impacted by brain conditions, National Governing Bodies of Sport, coaches, volunteers, disabilities services, schools, anyone with an interest in the area and we encourage everyone to join this important conversation. 

At FutureNeuro, our vision is to change the journey for people impacted by brain conditions through the delivery of world-leading research into a range of neurological conditions including the epilepsies, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis, motor neuron disease, neuropsychiatric conditions and traumatic brain injury.

The event will feature inspirational speakers who will discuss how brain conditions can affect participation in sport, share their lived experiences managing these conditions, and offer practical tips to promote and encourage participation in different sports. Attendees will also have the chance to engage with an expert panel, ask questions, and discuss brain health and sports inclusion for the benefit of the community. Gwen O’Looney, Sports Disability Officer, Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown Sports Partnership will be speaking at the event on resources available in the community for coaches and families.

Additionally, a parallel session will offer fun, interactive science activities to explore FutureNeuro brain research, including extracting DNA from bananas and examining brain waves. Participants can also enjoy "come and try" taster sports sessions for all ages and abilities, provided by local sports clubs, featuring rugby, tennis, archery, and ultimate frisbee.

Your input is invaluable and will help make a difference for people living with brain conditions across the community.  Book your place here.