Coeliac Awareness Day
Events
International
ESPGHAN 2024
Date: 15 May, 2024
Time: 16:45 - 17:00
City: Milano, Italy
Place: ESPGHAN Special Interest Group, Amber 6
The European Society for Paediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition (ESPGHAN) every year organize an annual conference to discuss and share the latest novelties and advancements in paediatric gastroenterology.
This year the event takes place during Coeliac Awareness Month in May in Milano, Italy between May 15-18.
AOECS will be represented by our chairperson of the Board, Tunde Koltai who also will speak at the conference Special Interest Group progress meeting.
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Gluten-free lunch at Dr.Schär Headquarters
Date: 16 May, 2024
Time: 12 pm
City: Lyon
Venue: Dr.Schär Headquarters
The French Coeliac Society arranges a gluten-free lunch workshop, culinary entertainment and Schar quiz with gluten-free prizes.
French Society webpageUSA
Celiac Strong Day
Date: 16 May, 2024
Place: Nationwide
Time: All day
On Thursday, May 16, 2024, in honor of International Celiac Disease Awareness Day, the Celiac Disease Foundation will support schools nationwide for an awareness day called Celiac Strong Day.
We are sending students and teachers materials to educate their schools about celiac disease, and our Proud Sponsor Nairn's will be providing gluten-free snacks.
Day of Giving
Date: 16 May, 2024
Place: Global
Time: All day
For 24 hours, in recognition of International Celiac Disease Awareness Day, the Celiac Disease Foundation board of Directors will match gifts dollar for dollar up to $25,000
Together we have made tremendous progress towards accelerating diagnosis, treatments, and finding a cure for celiac disease. Your support today brings us one step closer to a world where no one suffers from celiac disease.
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Shine A Light on Celiac Disease
Date: 16 May, 2024
Place: Global
Time: Evening
Celiac disease organizations across the globe are once more coming together to shed light on the seriousness of this autoimmune condition and the need for ongoing research, treatments, and ultimately, a cure. The Celiac Disease Foundation is proudly aligning with this global initiative to amplify our unified message.
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Celiac Disease Awareness Day Proclamations
Date: 16 May, 2024
Place: Nationwide
Time: All day
Each year, elected officials across the United States make formal proclamations recognizing May 16 as Celiac Disease Awareness Day. The Celiac Disease Foundation encouraged our community to begin requesting proclamations in early April, as they vary in terms of lead time. See the event link for a map of the states involved.
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Germany
50 Years - Deutsche Zöliakie Gesellschaft
Date: 18 May, 2024
City: Stuttgart, Germany
Place: Römerkastell Stuttgart“, Naststraße 43 – 45
The central event for World Coeliac Disease Day goes hand in hand with the celebrations to mark the 50th anniversary of the German Coeliac Disease Society (DZG).
There will be a colorful entertainment program for all generations on Saturday, May 18, starting at 11 am. Live music, comedy, theater, a special children's program and many interesting speakers about coeliac disease will ensure an entertaining and informative day.
Of course, there will be a large selection of gluten-free food and drinks. Visitors can go on a journey through time in the DZG Museum. Gluten-free food producers will be presenting their products and it will be like a class reunion for the coeliac community.
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Gluten-free festival
Date: 25 May, 2024
City: Apeldoorn
Place: Zwitsalterrein Apeldoorn
The founding meeting of the Dutch Celiac Association took place on September 21, 1974. This year they celebrate their 50th anniversary—a perfect time for a celebration!
Instead of the annual Dutch Celiac Disease Day, the Dutch Coeliac Society (NCV) organize a gluten-free festival for the first time for the members of the NCV. On Saturday, May 25, the Zwitsal site in Apeldoorn will transform into a festive venue! A day filled with food, drinks, demonstrations, lectures, and entertainment is promised.
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Coeliac Day Virtual Run 2024
Date: 13-19 May, 2024
Where: anywhere
What: an excersize event to support food shipments to Ukraine
Join forces with AOECS and national coeliac societies across Europe for an exhilarating event like no other – the Coeliac Day Virtual Run! This isn't just any run; it's a pan-European movement to make a tangible difference. By registering, you're not just committing to a 3 km or 10 km run; you're becoming a vital part of a community rallying to support the shipment of gluten-free food to those in need in Ukraine. Lace up your sneakers, join the cause, and let's run for a purpose together!
Register here.
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