This year, Alzheimer Europe, along with its partners, the Alzheimer Europe Foundation, Lilly and Roche, are pleased to recognise a European initiative or artist that brings together music and dementia through the 2026 Anti-Stigma Award. The call for submissions launched on 15 April and eligible entries include initiatives involving people with dementia in musical activities or songs or other musical productions aimed at addressing stigma and promoting a positive image of dementia.
Interested initiatives/artists should send information on their work via the application form by 26 June. More information regarding the prizes and submission process can be found at: https://www.alzheimer-europe.org/anti-stigma-award-2026
Applications can be made by the artists themselves or by a nominating national Alzheimer’s association. Organisations wishing to nominate an initiative or artist may do so but will need their written consent. The award is open to initiatives/artists established in a member country of Alzheimer Europe for contributions produced between 2021-2026. The awards together with a trophy will be presented at an award ceremony organised in Dublin on 28 October 2026. The travel and accommodation costs for the short-listed initiatives will be covered by Alzheimer Europe.
In addition, the Anti-Stigma ceremony will take place as part of a networking dinner for the 36th Alzheimer Europe conference. Separate registration is required for both conference delegates and ceremony-only attendees. Please register for the award ceremony here: https://www.alzheimer-europe.org/conferences/2026-dublin/networking-dinner
