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School children in a classroom with their hands up

More than 16,000 of you joined us to make a stand

The overwhelming response to our recent petition calling for governments to ensure every child with epilepsy has a current Independent Healthcare Plan (IHP) in school has shown just how critical this issue is.

Young Epilepsy, Autistica & Epilepsy Research UK - Award

People who have both autism and epilepsy face some of the starkest inequalities in the world. We know that worldwide approximately 8.4 million people have both conditions. On average, they have poor quality of life, poor health and die early. Research into the relationships and interactions of the these conditions is vital to early diagnosis, early intervention and ultimately, improving lives.

Hi-vis vests donated for Road Safety Week

A big thank you to Total Merchandise for donating 110 hi-vis vests for our students at St Piers that took part in Road Safety Week on November 18th - November 24th.

Renell's Story

At first a diagnosis of epilepsy can be scary and upsetting, especially for young people.

Tandridge Charity Lottery

The Tandridge Together Lottery is an exciting weekly lottery that raises money for Young Epilepsy and other good causes in the Tandridge district.