Please find below information about a conference we are running on 17th June in Glasgow which maybe of interest to list members. Alternatively, visit the website at http://www.gengage.org.uk/page.php?id=7:
A GENETIC HEALTH SERVICE? FIRST ANNUAL GENGAGE (SCOTTISH HEALTHCARE GENETICS PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT NETWORK) CONFERENCE
Wednesday 17th June 2009, 10am - 4.15pm, University of Strathclyde, Glasgow
Healthcare genetics is a rapidly evolving area of science with implications for both policy making and society. What impact will advances in genetic medicine have on the day-to-day delivery of healthcare services? How can education and science engagement activities increase public understanding and debate about these issues?
This conference will bring together healthcare professionals, policy makers, patient groups, researchers, science communicators and public engagement practitioners to discuss and debate these questions.
The day will look at developments in genetic medicine in the context of Scottish Government policy and explore the challenges of an increasing role for genetics in the diagnosis and management of many conditions. Practical workshops will share good practice case studies and offer the opportunity to learn new public engagement skills and techniques.
Sessions which may be of particular interest to list members include:
- Involving "hard to reach" groups in dialogue and other activities
- Engaging the public in science
- How the press works
- From consultation to engagement: tools for deliberation
- Telling tales: using stories to explore our lives, ourselves
COST AND REGISTRATION
There is no charge for this event. You can register online by visiting our website at http://www.gengage.org.uk/page.php?id=7
ABOUT GENGAGE
Gengage is a network which brings together, promotes and supports individuals and organisations working in Scotland to increase public awareness, dialogue and debate on issues to do with healthcare genetics.
We look forward to seeing many of you at what we hope should be a useful and enjoyable day.
Hilary
Hilary Osborne
Network Officer
Gengage (Scottish Healthcare Genetics Public Engagement Network)
ESRC Genomics Forum
The University of Edinburgh
St John's Land, Holyrood Road,
Edinburgh, EH8 8AQ
Tel. 0131 651 4750
www.gengage.org.uk
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The University of Edinburgh is a charitable body, registered in
Scotland, with registration number SC005336.
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