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University of Northampton signs the MND Charter

The University of Northampton has become the first educational institution to sign our MND Charter.

The university’s signature shows their support to promote the rights of people with MND and their carers to its students. In addition to this, they are demonstrating their commitment to increasing knowledge of MND, by developing new modes of professional training and education.

Northampton UniversityThe MND Charter is gaining attention from wide ranging establishments and is recognised as a tool to help increase understanding of MND and the priorities of good care and support.

Chris James, Director of External Affairs at the Association, said: “Making the MND Charter a reality relies on well-educated professionals, well-informed communities and future generations engaging with us. We are delighted the University of Northampton has signed our charter, as it provides a significant opportunity to reach a wider audience, as well as promote the meaning of the Charter’s five points to students across all disciplines."

The partnership between us and The University of Northampton is also opening new doors for volunteering and internship opportunities to the university’s students.

Professor Nick Petford ,The University of Northampton’s Vice Chancellor, added: “Our collaboration offers students and staff a wonderful opportunity to help develop a greater understanding of the disease. It also provides professional development to the practitioners currently involved in the care of individuals and their families living with MND. With the help of the Association, it is our aim to provide current and future students’ access to specialist learning about the disease.”

The University of Northampton’s signature is not only significant to the national charter, but also to those affected by MND in Northamptonshire. Chris Hull, member of the Northampton Branch and living with MND, said: “Anyone given a diagnosis of a terminal illness will vary in how they deal with the news and will probably have little awareness of the impact it will have on their emotional and physical needs.

“Professionals need to be armed with the knowledge to effectively signpost patients to other services such as the MND Association for advice and support. It is really encouraging to know the university sees educating students about MND as a priority.”

17/03/2014

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