March 2008

Conference on brain injury

Leading acquired brain injury organisations arbias and Brain Injury Australia have joined forces to host the combined 2nd International Conference on Alcohol and Other Drug Related Brain Impairment and the Brain Injury Australia National Conference 2008.

The three-day conference will be held from Monday, September 1 in Melbourne.

Combining the conferences recognises the need for innovative approaches and improved practice in the field of acquired brain injury.

Under the INSIGHTS and SOLUTIONS theme the joint conference will provide a focal point for exploring all facets of acquired brain impairment.

It presents an opportunity for people with acquired brain impairment, their families and carers, clinicians, professional workers, researchers and policy makers to:

•           Access cutting-edge national and international research;

•           Drive education and prevention campaigns;

•           Build stronger treatment and support networks.

•           For more information visit www.arbias.org.au or www.bia.net.au, email events@adf.org.au or telephone 9278 8137.