UPCOMING EVENTS
2026 ADVOCACY (PIE) DAY
Friday, March 13, 2026 | 10 AM – 2 PM | 1st Floor Rotunda | Kansas Statehouse | Topeka, KS
Each spring BIAKS sponsors a day on the hill in Topeka to educate state legislators about brain injury and potential legislative initiatives that will help improve the lives of those affected by this injury.
Advocacy Day is an opportunity to tell your story to lawmakers. Your legislative concerns are important!
2026 ANNUAL BRAIN INJURY PROFESSIONAL CONFERENCE
April 16-17, 2026 | Maner Conference Center | Topeka, KS
The Brain Injury Association of Kansas and Greater Kansas City invites you to join us for the 2026 Annual Conference.
A gathering of professionals, survivors, caregivers and advocates from across the state dedicated to advancing brain injury awareness, research and rehabilitation.
This two-day conference will feature keynote presentations, educational sessions, and opportunities for collaboration among leaders and professionals in the field of brain injury.
GOING THE DISTANCE FOR BRAIN INJURY MEMORIAL DAY RUN
Monday May 25th, 2026 | 8:15 AM | Loose Park | Kansas City, MO
Presented by The Brain Injury Association of Kansas and Greater Kansas City (BIAKS-GKC), the Memorial Day run is celebrating its 39th year. This event, honoring survivors of traumatic brain injuries, features a scenic course in Loose Park and raises funds for crucial programs and resources.
Featuring 10K, 5K, 1.5-mile walk, Fun4Kids events, and virtual options.
SURVIVOR AND FAMILY GATHERINGS
Now that you survived, how do you thrive?
Whether a brain injury is recent or happened years ago, these gathering events offer an opportunity to engage with others facing similar challenges, whether they are family members/caregivers or individuals affected by a brain injury.
Gatherings Include:
- Informative speakers
- Break out sessions for survivors and family members
