Child Brain Injury Conference

The conference is aimed at litigation and Court of Protection solicitors, case managers, rehabilitation professionals, and those supporting children and families affected by brain injury, the conference will once again provide a platform for shared learning, collaboration, and discussion.

The event will be dynamic allowing for input and feedback and a combination of formal presentations, interactive panel discussions and Q&As.

Child Brain Injury Conference

Thursday 14th January 2027

Following a sold-out and highly successful 2026 event, we are delighted to announce the return of our Child Brain Injury Conference at Millenium Point, Curzon Street Birmingham on Thursday 14th January 2027.

Event Details

Date & Time
14th January 2027

Location
Millenium Point, Curzon Street Birmingham, B4 7XG

Delegate Tickets

Non-member: £260 (+VAT)

Member: £135 (+VAT)

For every delegate ticket purchased, Brain Injury Group will donate £10 to its charity partner of the Child Brain Injury Conference.

Brain Injury Group members and NHS Staff: email enquiries@braininjurygroup.co.uk for your discount code to this conference.

Thank you to our Headline Sponsor, Abilities Enabled. Abilities Enabled make a difference by providing exceptional nurse-led  Complex Care at home for people of all ages.

They support a range of complex needs – from acquired brain and spinal injuries  to special education needs, ASD and managing behaviours that challenge.

Charity Partner

We’re pleased to welcome Gympanzees as the Charity Partner of the Child Brain Injury Conference 2027. Gympanzees supports disabled children and young people by providing inclusive opportunities for exercise, play and friendship, helping improve health and wellbeing while reducing isolation for families.

Our Chair

Richard Baker KC specialises in personal injury and clinical negligence work.

Richard has built up a busy and successful practice and wins praise for his advocacy and problem solving skills but also his ability to relate to his clients, especially the bereaved.

He was an Assistant Coroner in South Yorkshire between 2011 and 2016 and has earned an excellent reputation for his ability to manage complicated and difficult inquests. He is described by Chambers & Partners and Legal 500 as a leading silk and has been ranked in both areas for a number of years.

For more information on exhibition and sponsorship opportunities please email enquiries@braininjurygroup.co.uk

Young Minds: The Long-Term Trajectory

Key Conference Topics:

Understanding Emerging Problems After Childhood TBI: The Conundrum of Causation and Comorbidities Professor Ingram Wright, Consultant Clinical Neuropsychologist – University of Bristol

Empowering Dreams: Case Management and Rehab for Children Daryl McMullon, Brain Injury Case Manager – Head First

Physical Consequences of a Child TBI: Spasticity, Motor and Coordination Disorders Dr Ram Kumar, Consultant Paediatric Neurologist

Ellie’s Story: Transforming Care, Enabling Independence, Connection & Joy James Nichols, CEO & Founder – The JAM Group
Angelina Burgess – Parent

The Long-Term Consequences in Adulthood of Child Brain Injury Seena Fazel, Professor of Forensic Psychiatry – Oxford Health NHS Foundation Trust

Legal Update: Childhood Brain Injuries John-Paul Swoboda KC – 12KBW

Understanding the Court of Protection in Paediatric Cases Mark Calway, Barrister – 3PB

Panel Discussion: Transition Services Dr Katie Byard, Consultant Clinical Psychologist – Recolo
Dr Rebecca Ashton, Educational Psychology Lead – Recolo
Kate Dixon, Parent and Children & Young Person Specialist Occupational Therapist Expert – Cognivate
Mandy Richmond, Director – MKR OT Services

Titles of talks subject to change and full running order of talks to be confirmed.