Key information
Dates: Sunday 18 – Monday 19 April 2027
Place: Radcliffe Conference Centre, University of Warwick, UK
Who is it for?
- People with aphasia
- Family, friends and care partners
Number of places: About 90–100 people
Stay overnight? Yes – bedrooms at the conference centre.
What is this conference?
This is a conference for people with aphasia.
It is also for family, friends and care partners.
We talk together, share ideas and have fun.
Sessions are aphasia friendly: slower pace, written and spoken words, and pictures where possible.
You can relax, learn and meet other people with aphasia.
This conference is based on what people with aphasia said they wanted in earlier conferences at Warwick.
People told us they felt part of a bigger community and more confident after coming.
Watch a short video from a previous conference: Open video on YouTube
What will I do there?
- Listen to talks by people with aphasia and professionals.
- Join small workshops.
- Ask questions in a safe, supportive space.
- Meet new people and make friends.
- Practise communication strategies and tactics.
- Explore the conference centre and campus with support if you need it.
You can join in as much or as little as you want. It is OK to take breaks and rest.
Why come?
- Feel part of a bigger aphasia community.
- Feel more confident communicating.
- Learn new ideas to help everyday communication.
- Feel more hopeful and less alone.
Where is it?
Venue: Radcliffe Conference Centre, University of Warwick.
The building is step-free and accessible.
Conference rooms and bedrooms are close together.
Meals and drinks are provided at the venue.
More about the venue: Radcliffe Conference Centre website
Bedrooms and cost
Bedroom choices and INDICATIVE PRICES - to be confirmed!
- Single room (your own room): £160 per person (1 night, conference and meals).
- Shared double or twin room: £140 per person (1 night, conference and meals).
What the price includes
- 1 night in a bedroom at Radcliffe Conference Centre.
- All meals and refreshments during the conference.
- All conference sessions and materials.
If cost is a problem, please contact us. We may be able to help.
Who is organising it?
This conference is organised by a small team with experience of working with people with aphasia and running previous Warwick conferences.
Organising committee:
- Rosemary Townsend
- Abi Roper
- Elissa Manzi
- Steve Naylor
- Ruth Freeman
- Claire Farringdon Douglas
Advisers:
Previous conferences at Warwick University have been supported by The Tavistock Trust for Aphasia.