This virtual workshop will explore the challenges and opportunities for implementing brain health interventions in low- and middle-income country settings, with a specific focus on India. Bringing together both Indian and international experts, the session will highlight diverse perspectives on translating brain health science into action. Speakers will examine key barriers, share case studies, and discuss strategies for effective implementation.

This is the first of two virtual workshops convened by the World Dementia Council in the lead-up to an in-person meeting taking place at the Cognitive Neurology Association of India conference in Kolkata 15-16 November. The overall programme will inform a paper for Alzheimer’s & Dementia on advancing dementia prevention, treatment, and care. Participation is by invitation only.

Date: Tuesday 8 July
Time: 0830-1000 EST / 1330-1500 BST / 1800-1930 IST 
Platform: Zoom

For more information on participating in the meeting please contact info@worlddementiacouncil.com

  • Meet the speakers

    Chaired by Professor Suvarna Alladi, Professor of Neurology, National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences, Bangalore, and Professor Miia Kivipelto, Professor in Clinical Geriatrics at Karolinska Institutet.

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  • Read the Agenda

    Read the agenda for the dialgoue on innovations in brain health the World Dementia Council is hosting on Tuesday 8th July

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  • Dialogue on innovation in diagnostics and treatments

    This virtual dialogue on 16 September 2025 will explore early lessons from the implementation of diagnostics and treatments and the implications for countries like India. Chaired by Dr Heather M. Snyder, senior vice president, Medical & Scientific Relations, at Alzheimer’s Association United States and Professor Suvarna Alladi, Professor of Neurology, National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences, Bangalore, India. 

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  • Workshop: delivering change

    In partnership with the Alzheimer’s Association, the World Dementia Council is hosting an in person workshop taking place at the Cognitive Neurology Association of India conference in Kolkata, India 15-16 November. The workshop will explore how to secure advances in dementia prevention, treatment and care. 

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