On 24 February, Alzheimer Europe hosted an online Public Affairs meeting. 25 representatives from member associations, 9 Alzheimer Europe staff members and 2 members of the European Working Group of People with Dementia (EWGPWD) were in attendance. Chairperson Iva Holmerová led the meeting. The agenda focused on:
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Feedback and follow up, on discussions from company round table meeting of 23 February - Prevalence of dementia, aducanumab update (Jean Georges). The 2021 Dementia in Europe Yearbook: Dementia-friendly initiatives (Ana Diaz and Owen Miller)
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National campaigning activities and dementia-friendly initiatives (11 presentations by representatives of member organisations)
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Towards a new strategic plan of Alzheimer Europe (Jean Georges).
Alzheimer Europe is looking forward to meeting with its national member organisations at the next Public Affairs meeting, in June.
