After a highly successful inaugural event in Dublin before the end of 2024, My Moving Brain is heading to the rebel county on the 22nd of March!
The My Moving Brain iniaitive is being led by our colleagues in FutureNeuro - Ireland’s Centre for Translational Brain Science, funded by Research Ireland. The iniative as whole aims to highlight why neurological conditions should not be a barrier to participation in sport.
We are delighted to be supporting the My Moving Brain series of events and to be a named partner in the overall project as from an Epilepsy Ireland perspective, will present a fantastic opportunity to educate those involved in sports clubs locally that epilepsy is not a barrier to participation in sport.
There have been instances of people approaching our service who have not been included in a sporting activity due to their epilepsy. Often, this is simply down to a lack of awareness of the condition and when simple safety measures are put in place, a person with epilepsy can fully participate.
Like the Dublin event, there will be a strong epilepsy focus at this in-person event in Cork. Deputy Eoghan Kenny – a teacher at the event venue and a person with epilepsy - opening the session; Professor Danny Costello speaking about living with a brain condition from a neurologist’s perspective; our volunteer Bernie, will be speaking about her journey in supporting her epilepsy warrior Aine’s involvement in sport; while Dr. Michael McKillop, person with epilepsy and Epilepsy Ireland supporter, will be hosting the event and also charting how he managed the condition while going on to become a four time paralympic champion. Members of the Epilepsy Ireland team will also be on hand to provide information about the condition to all those attending.
The full agenda can be seen below and there will also be inclusive sporting activities on hand in the venue for all ages and abilities.
This event is open to people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities so please come along and join us for the latest event of the My Moving Brain Series! We look forward to seeing you there!
Further information on the event can be found by visiting FutureNeuro's Eventbrite page or by scrolling below.
WHEN?
March 22nd, 1:30pm – 4:30pm.
WHERE?
Mayfield Sports Complex, Old Youghal Road, Co. Cork, T23 NX51
WHO?
This event is open to people with epilepsy of all ages and their families. The event is also particularly targeted at sports clubs, coaches, leaders and volunteers. Please encourage your local club to attend and learn more!
AGENDA
- 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM: Networking with Sports Activities, Mini Science Fair & Engagement Stands
- 2:45 PM - 2:55 PM: Welcome to My Moving Brain - Lyndsey Butterworth and Michael McKillop MBE
- 2:55 PM - 3:05 PM: Welcome by Eoghan Kenny TD
- 3:05 PM - 3:20 PM: Living with a Brain Condition: Insights from a Neurologist – Prof Danny Costello, Cork University Hospital
- 3:20 PM - 3:30 PM: Marching Forward with Epilepsy: A Parent's Perspective – Bernie Hart, Epilepsy Ireland volunteer and mother of child with epilepsy
- 3:30 PM - 3:40 PM: Eur-Up-Ian: Promoting the Benefits of Exercise for Parkinsons – Ian O’Brien, person living with early onset Parkinsons
- 3:50 PM - 4:00 PM: Sport & Physical Activity for All - Stephanie Mac Sweeney, Strategic Operations Manager, Active Disability Ireland
- 4:00 PM - 4:15 PM: Seizing Control: Winning with Epilepsy – Michael McKillop MBE – Four Time Paralympic champion, person with epilepsy and motivational speaker
- 4:15 PM - 4:25 PM: Panel Discussion - Making Sports Accessible: Opportunities and Obstacles
- 4:25 PM - 4:30 PM: Closing Remarks - Prof Gianpiero Cavalleri, Deputy Director, FutureNeuro
REGISTRATION
To register for this event, click the button at the end of this page to register on Eventbrite. A small registration fee of €5 applies.
Please note..
If you need any information or support regarding epilepsy as you progress on your journey with the condition or as you support a loved one living with the condition, please do not hesitate to get in touch with your local Community Resource Officer. You can find their details by visiting the 'Our Local Services' section of our website.