Founded 2012 (2012) Focus CDKL5 | Founder Carol-Anne Partridge Location Yeovil | |
Type Charitable organisation Registration no. England and Wales: 1149099 |
CDKL5UK is a UK-based charity that has been set up to raise awareness and funds for the global CDKL5 research effort.
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Mission
Money raised for CDKL5 UK will be put towards key aims which are to promote relief, care and services to promote health, for persons suffering from and affected by CDKL5, in particular by:
Scientific Advisory Group
CDKL5 UK is committed to supporting research into the CDKL5 Disorder through the awarding of research grants from charitable funds raised with a hope to continuing support for both current and future projects. The Scientific Advisory Group advises the CDKL5 UK Board on research proposals, and consists of individuals with a wide variety of experience and expertise.
Rett Disorders Alliance
CDKL5 joined the Rett Disorders Alliance in July 2015 in an aim to collaborate on shaping a more positive future for people with Rett and Rett-like Disorders in the UK.
CDKL5 Europe
CDKL5 Europe is a group of patient organisations and family contacts, to support families and research for those living with CDKL5 in Europe.
Big Lottery Fund
CDKL5 were awarded £6,520 to develop their website and information materials, to raise awareness of the CDKL5 condition.