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British Aphasiology Society @basaphasia.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Less than two weeks to go for the BAS International Conference in Cardiff! Have you checked out our programme yet? Tickets for 1, 2 or 3 day attendance, conference dinner tickets and programme information available below: 2026bas.co.uk #aphasia #BAS2026 #stroke

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7th - 9th September 2026 7-9 Medi 2026 Cardiff, Wales, UK. Caerdydd, Cymru, DU

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British Aphasiology Society @basaphasia.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

BAS Committee Members are able to attend the BAS conference free of charge. The BAS Committee is a friendly and welcoming team dedicated to supporting the aphasia community. To find out more or to express your interest, please email our Chair Elissa Manzi at chair@bas.org.uk

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British Aphasiology Society @basaphasia.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Duties include: - Editing and designing the newsletter currently using Canva - Collating submissions for the next newsletter - Monitoring the newsletter mailbox - General committee duties; attending committee meetings, contributing to key decisions and supporting wider BAS activity

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British Aphasiology Society @basaphasia.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

⭐ Newsletter Editor Role ⭐ We are seeking a new publisher for our newsletter which is published 3-4 times a year.

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British Aphasiology Society @basaphasia.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

To find out more or to express your interest, please email our Chair Elissa Manzi at chair@bas.org.uk

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British Aphasiology Society @basaphasia.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

If you have good organisational skills and would like to support the Society in this important role, we would love to hear from you. Training/a handover can be provided. We'd like to thank our previous treasurer Sam Marshall who was excellent in this role, and wish him all the best going forwards.

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British Aphasiology Society @basaphasia.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

As a Committee member, you'll also be able to attend the annual BAS Conference free of charge. The Treasurer plays a key role in supporting the financial management of the Society.

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British Aphasiology Society @basaphasia.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

BAS is looking for a new Treasurer to join our Committee. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the work of BAS while becoming part of a friendly and welcoming team dedicated to supporting the aphasia community.

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British Aphasiology Society @basaphasia.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

🐤 A reminder that early bird ticket prices end on Monday!

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British Aphasiology Society @basaphasia.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

BAS International Conference 2026 Update Draft programme is now available! See below and website for details. A reminder that Early Bird Prices are available until 13th July! Attendance in person for virtual. See 2026bas.co.uk for tickets and more information.

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British Aphasiology Society @basaphasia.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

A Case Study on Incorporating MOON Discourse Analysis Tools in Aphasia Rehabilitation Thursday 17/09/2026, 4:00pm-5.00pm Presenters: Claudia Bruns & Katherine Scantlebury Venue: Zoom

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British Aphasiology Society @basaphasia.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

Bridging the Gap between Assessment and Treatment Monday 13/07/2026, 4:00pm-5.00pm Presenter: Michelle Kennedy Venue: Zoom

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British Aphasiology Society @basaphasia.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

❗️New BAS Masterclasses ❗️ BAS members can attend online masterclasses and review previous masterclasses for free! Please login to bas.org.uk to book a ticket. These are recorded and uploaded onto our website.

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British Aphasiology Society @basaphasia.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

📆 24/06/26 9am-12.30pm For registration and further details, visit link below. www.bas.org.uk/Home/events/...

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British Aphasiology Society @basaphasia.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

BAS Research Update Meeting is tomorrow! * Free to all BAS members * Provides a half day online of CPD * Opportunity to liaise with other clinicians and researchers in the field of aphasia * Excellent way to stay updated on new research initiatives that are happening nationally and internationally

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British Aphasiology Society @basaphasia.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

📆 24/06/26 9am-12.30pm For registration and further details, visit link below. www.bas.org.uk/Home/events/...

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British Aphasiology Society @basaphasia.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

Through film, podcasts, and digital platforms, he aims to bridge the gap between clinical understanding and public awareness, supporting people with aphasia, their families, and healthcare professionals through impactful storytelling and education.

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British Aphasiology Society @basaphasia.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

Jonathan Hirons is a filmmaker and producer behind On the Tip of My Tongue, a documentary and podcast raising awareness of aphasia. His work focuses on telling authentic, human stories that highlight the lived experience of communication disorders following stroke or brain injury.

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British Aphasiology Society @basaphasia.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

It’s only 2 days until the BAS Research Update Meeting. A reminder that registration is FREE for BAS members. Our final speaker is Jonathan Hirons - producer and filmmaker. Jonathan will be presenting on Aphasia Awareness Project: On the Tip of My Tongue Film and Podcast.

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British Aphasiology Society @basaphasia.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

A reminder that registration is FREE for all BAS members. 📆 24/06/26 9am-12.30pm Registration and further information in link below www.bas.org.uk/Home/events/...

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British Aphasiology Society @basaphasia.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

His research interests include aphasia, fronto-temporal dementia, care-partner services, end-of-life communication, SLP/SLT curriculum and scope-of-practice issues, and optimum classification of acquired verbal concerns to facilitate appropriate counseling and management.

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British Aphasiology Society @basaphasia.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

Adithya Chandregowda, Ph.D., is an associate professor at Nova Southeastern University, United States. He holds a certificate of clinical competence in speech-language pathology from the American Speech Language Hearing Association.

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British Aphasiology Society @basaphasia.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

It’s less than a week until the BAS Research Update Meeting! Our 4th speaker is Adithya Chandregowda, Ph.D., Associate Professor, Nova Southeastern University, Florida. Adithya will be presenting on ‘Recognizing the contributions of individuals with aphasia to clinical and academic communities’.

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British Aphasiology Society @basaphasia.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

24/06/26 9-12.30 Further information and registration via link below. www.bas.org.uk/Home/events/...

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British Aphasiology Society @basaphasia.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

Sarah’s special interest is working holistically to help individuals living with aphasia work towards their linguistic and life participation goals. Sarah is passionate about inclusion, and her work is influenced by the social model of disability.

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British Aphasiology Society @basaphasia.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

Sarah is a speech and language therapist who has worked with people with aphasia across the NHS pathway. She was a treating therapist for the LUNA feasibility study and currently works both clinically (NHS) and as an analyst with the MARS research team at City St George’s.

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British Aphasiology Society @basaphasia.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

Sarah will be presenting on ‘An innovative approach to discourse analysis; Can we harness AI to develop an app to support clinicians? ‘

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British Aphasiology Society @basaphasia.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

It’s less than 3 weeks until the BAS Research Update Meeting! A reminder that registration is FREE for BAS members. The spotlight this week is on Sarah Johnston, City, St George's, University of London.

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British Aphasiology Society @basaphasia.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

📆 Join us 24/06/26 9am-12.30pm See link for further details including registration www.bas.org.uk/Home/events/...

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British Aphasiology Society @basaphasia.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

Elissa is a speech and language therapist and lecturer at UEA. She is the Chair of BAS, and part of the committee organising the Living with Aphasia Conference. Elissa founded Norwich Aphasia Choir, and is passionate about supporting the wellbeing of people with aphasia in the community.

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British Aphasiology Society @basaphasia.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

A reminder that the BAS Research Update Meeting is in less than 4 weeks. This event is FREE for all BAS members. 🔦 The spotlight this week is on our second speaker Elissa Manzi, School of Health Sciences, University of East Anglia.

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British Aphasiology Society @basaphasia.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

BAS INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE 2026 📆 7th-9th September 💬 This year’s theme is ‘Living well with aphasia’ 🐦 Early bird tickets available until 13th July 🔗 Visit 2026bas.co.uk for further information and registration 👀 Watch this space for full programme information

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British Aphasiology Society @basaphasia.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

Rebecca will be presenting on Perceived Barriers, Facilitators, and Feasibility of Implementing an Aphasia Friendly Singing Group in an Acute Neurosciences Unit: Findings from a Small-Scale Quality Improvement Project See link for further details, including registration. 📆 24/06/26 9am-12.30pm

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British Aphasiology Society @basaphasia.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

She has a strong interest in improving patient engagement, wellbeing, and rehabilitation through initiatives such as inpatient aphasia friendly singing groups. She is a Co-Principal Investigator on an NIHR study looking at anxiety after stroke and is the SLT departmental Research Representative.

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British Aphasiology Society @basaphasia.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

Alongside her clinical role assessing and managing communication and swallowing disorders in acute stroke and neurology populations, she is actively involved in research. She completed a NIHR Pre-masters Internship and is completing a charity funded Research Scholarship.

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British Aphasiology Society @basaphasia.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

It’s 5 weeks until the BAS Research Update Meeting. A reminder that registration is FREE for BAS members. The spotlight this week is on our first speaker Rebecca Tidd.

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British Aphasiology Society @basaphasia.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

Registration is now open for the BAS Research Update Meeting (RUM) 2026! 📆 24th June 9am-12.30pm - Half day online CPD - Liaise with other aphasia clinicians and researchers - Update on new national and international research initiatives This event is FREE for all BAS members

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Jefferson Moss Rehabilitation Research Institute @mossresearch.bsky.social · 07/04/2026

In recognition of International Primary Progressive Aphasia (PPA) Awareness Week, the National Aphasia Association is hosting events designed to bring together people living w/ PPA, care partners, clinicians & researchers to share knowledge, resources & support. Primary Progressive Aphasia Awareness

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PPA Awareness Week 2026 at the NAA - National Aphasia Association

April 8th–10 th 2026 | Three Days of Learning, Connection, and Support In recognition of International Primary Progressive Aphasia (PPA) Awareness W

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British Aphasiology Society @basaphasia.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

📢 Call for Abstracts: Research Update Meeting (online) Share planned, ongoing, or completed research in a supportive space. 🗓 Event: 24 June 2026 ⏰ Deadline for abstracts EXTENDED: 17th April 2026 👉 Call for abstracts: shorturl.at/dWRix Not a member? Join BAS to attend this free event!

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British Aphasiology Society @basaphasia.bsky.social · 10/03/2026

🌸 Our Spring Newsletter will be released soon! If you have news, updates, or opportunities you'd like to share with the BAS community, please send them in! 📅 Submission deadline: 15 March 📧 Email: newsletter@bas.org.uk

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British Aphasiology Society @basaphasia.bsky.social · 23/02/2026

Join researchers & clinicians, share the latest advances, and connect across the multidisciplinary aphasia community. Hybrid event (in-person + online). Early bird registration now open 🌍🎟️

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British Aphasiology Society @basaphasia.bsky.social · 23/02/2026

Exciting news! Registration is open for the 2026 International Conference of the British Aphasiology Society 🧠💬📅 7–9 Sept 2026 📍 Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom 🔗 2026bas.co.uk Theme: “Living well with aphasia”.

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British Aphasiology Society @basaphasia.bsky.social · 19/02/2026

Please complete this short form to tell the RCSLT what topics in stroke communication and swallowing you would like to see featured at the UK Stroke Forum conference in 2026. Have your say by 26th February 2026 forms.office.com/pages/respon...

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British Aphasiology Society @basaphasia.bsky.social · 07/02/2026

Could you be our next Publicity Officer? We are looking for a BAS member to join the Committee to support our publicity and social media. 📧 Email the BAS chair if you are interested

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British Aphasiology Society @basaphasia.bsky.social · 07/02/2026

Congratulations to the winners of our recent Small Grants ✨ Aphasia Uncovered - James Major ✨ On the Tip of My Tongue – Voices of Aphasia 2026 - Jonathan Hirons ✨ Meaningful outcome measures: empowering people living with PPA and their families and friends - Richard Talbot @rtslt.bsky.social

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British Aphasiology Society @basaphasia.bsky.social · 25/01/2026

📢 Calls for abstracts for the British Aphasiology Society Research Update Meeting 🗓️ 24/06/2026 🧑‍💻Online event We welcome abstracts about: ✅ Planned research ✅ Research in progress ✅ Recently completed research ⌛️Submissions by 30/03/2026 research-update@bas.org.uk

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British Aphasiology Society @basaphasia.bsky.social · 28/11/2025

I think more details will be shared in the New Year. You could email smallgrants@bas.org.uk and I’m sure Anna would be happy to pass a message on

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