THE NATIONAL OSTEOGENESIS IMPERFECTA AWARENESS, FAMILY SUPPORT & INCLUSION CONFERENCE 2026
Celebrating 10 Years of Service to Humanity, the OI Community & the Disability Community
Ten years ago, a vision was born—a vision to ensure that people living with Osteogenesis Imperfecta (OI) and other disabilities are seen, heard, supported, empowered and given the opportunity to live with dignity.
Today, the Osteogenesis Imperfecta Foundation Nigeria (OIFN) proudly celebrates 10 years of service, advocacy, awareness, family support, inclusion and impact.
For a decade, OIFN has continued to stand with individuals and families affected by Osteogenesis Imperfecta, while championing a society where disability does not limit access to healthcare, education, mobility, opportunity, dignity or a meaningful life.
To mark this remarkable milestone, Osteogenesis Imperfecta Foundation Nigeria, in collaboration with the Osteogenesis Imperfecta Foundation Network (OIFN Network), presents a powerful 3-Day OI Conference & 10th Anniversary Celebration.
Our 2026 gathering is more than a conference.
It is a celebration of lives touched, families strengthened, barriers challenged, communities empowered and hope restored.
💙 OUR THEME:
“Advancing Care and Research in Osteogenesis Imperfecta”
And at the heart of this year’s celebration is our message:
HOPE. STRENGTH. & RESILIENCE.

📅 DAY ONE — NATIONAL OI AWARENESS & FAMILY SUPPORT CONFERENCE
Thursday, 10th September 2026
📍 Ibadan, Oyo State, Nigeria
⏰ 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
We begin our 10th anniversary celebration in Ibadan, bringing together members of the OI community, families, healthcare professionals, researchers, advocates, disability leaders, government representatives, partners, and friends of the Foundation.
Day One will focus on increasing understanding of Osteogenesis Imperfecta and creating meaningful conversations around the future of OI care, research, advocacy and family support.
🔬 Key Focus Areas Include:
• Advancing healthcare and clinical care for people living with OI
• Current and emerging research in Osteogenesis Imperfecta
• Improving access to appropriate diagnosis and treatment
• Understanding the lived experiences of individuals and families affected by OI
• Family support and psychosocial wellbeing
• Disability inclusion and accessibility
• Advocacy and awareness
• Building stronger partnerships between healthcare providers, researchers, families and the OI community
• Promoting dignity, independence and quality of life
• Creating sustainable pathways for better OI care in Nigeria and beyond
This will be an important platform for knowledge sharing, networking, advocacy and community building.
👥 Featured voices and contributors include:
Healthcare professionals, researchers, advocates, people living with OI, families, disability leaders and other stakeholders committed to transforming the OI community.

📅 DAY TWO — CARE, ASSESSMENT, TRAINING & MOBILITY SUPPORT
Friday, 11th September 2026
📍 Lagos, Nigeria
⏰ 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Day Two moves from conversation to practical action.
This special community-focused day is designed to provide individuals and families with access to valuable services, professional guidance, education and support.
🩺 SERVICES & ACTIVITIES WILL INCLUDE:
✔️ Training & Capacity Building
Practical education and training designed to equip families, caregivers, professionals and community stakeholders with better knowledge and skills for supporting people living with OI and disabilities.
✔️ Medical Treatments & Care Support
Connecting members of the OI community with appropriate healthcare professionals and support services.
✔️ Health & Functional Assessments
Participants will receive relevant assessments to help identify individual needs and determine appropriate support.
✔️ Counselling & Psychosocial Support
Creating a safe and supportive environment where individuals and families can discuss their experiences, challenges, emotional wellbeing and practical concerns.
✔️ Physical Therapy
Professional guidance focused on safe movement, strength, functionality, independence and improved quality of life for people living with OI.
✔️ Mobility Assessments
Understanding individual mobility needs and identifying suitable mobility solutions.
♿ MOBILITY SUPPORT & WHEELCHAIR DISTRIBUTION
One of the major highlights of Day Two will be our Mobility Support Initiative.
Following appropriate assessment, eligible beneficiaries will receive mobility support, including wheelchairs, aimed at improving independence, accessibility and participation in everyday life.
Because mobility is more than movement.
Mobility means independence.
Mobility means dignity.
Mobility means opportunity.
Mobility means hope.
Through this initiative, OIFN is committed to helping people move beyond limitations and participate more fully in their families, communities, education, work and society.

📅 DAY THREE — GRAND 10TH ANNIVERSARY GALA & AWARDS
Saturday, 12th September 2026
✨ The Grand Celebration
After two powerful days of education, advocacy, care, support and community engagement, we bring this historic celebration to a spectacular conclusion with our Grand 10th Anniversary Gala & Awards Ceremony.
This will be an a day dedicated to celebrating impact.
A moment to look back at the journey of the past decade, honour the people who have contributed to the growth of the OI and disability community, and celebrate the individuals and organisations who continue to make a difference.
🏆 THE AWARDS WILL CELEBRATE:
• Outstanding advocacy and disability inclusion
• Exceptional healthcare and professional service
• Research and innovation
• Community leadership
• Family and caregiver support
• Humanitarian service
• Outstanding OI community members
• Champions of accessibility and inclusion
• Corporate and organisational partners
• Individuals who have gone above and beyond in serving humanity
The Gala will also provide an opportunity to celebrate the families, volunteers, partners, supporters, healthcare professionals, advocates and community members who have walked this journey with OIFN.
🥂 TEN YEARS OF SERVICE.
💙 TEN YEARS OF HOPE.
💪 TEN YEARS OF STRENGTH.
🌱 TEN YEARS OF RESILIENCE.
🌍 TEN YEARS OF IMPACT.

💙 WHY THIS CELEBRATION MATTERS
Osteogenesis Imperfecta is more than a medical diagnosis. It affects individuals, families, education, employment, mobility, relationships, mental wellbeing and participation in society.
For many people living with OI, access to appropriate healthcare, mobility equipment, specialist support, information and inclusive opportunities remains a major challenge.
That is why this year’s conference is so important.
We are bringing people together to learn, connect, advocate, provide practical support and celebrate progress.
We are creating a platform where the voices of people living with OI and other disabilities can be heard.
We are bringing professionals and communities together.
We are encouraging research and better care.
We are supporting families.
We are promoting inclusion.

We are providing mobility solutions.
And above all, we are reminding every person affected by OI:
YOU ARE NOT ALONE.

🌍 A DECADE OF IMPACT — AND THE JOURNEY CONTINUES
As OIFN celebrates 10 years of serving humanity, we recognise that the journey does not end here.
The next chapter must be bigger.
The next chapter must be more inclusive.
The next chapter must bring greater access to healthcare and treatment.
The next chapter must strengthen research.
The next chapter must empower more families.
The next chapter must provide greater access to mobility.

The next chapter must create more opportunities for people living with OI and disabilities to thrive.
We are not simply celebrating 10 years.

We are celebrating the people behind those 10 years.
Every family supported.
Every person empowered.
Every barrier challenged.
Every wheelchair provided.
Every conversation started.
Every life touched.
Every voice amplified.
This is the OIFN story.

🤝 BE PART OF THE MOVEMENT
Whether you are:
💙 A person living with Osteogenesis Imperfecta
💙 A parent or caregiver
💙 A healthcare professional
💙 A researcher
💙 A disability advocate
💙 A government representative
💙 A faith/community leader
💙 An organisation or corporate partner
💙 A volunteer
💙 A donor
💙 A friend of the OI community
There is a place for you at this celebration.
Come and learn.
Come and connect.
Come and support.
Come and celebrate.
Come and be part of the change.

🎉 OIFN @ 10 — CELEBRATING THE PAST. EMPOWERING THE PRESENT. BUILDING THE FUTURE.
HOPE. STRENGTH. & RESILIENCE.
From awareness to action.
From advocacy to inclusion.

From treatment to mobility.
From families to communities.
From 10 years of service to a future filled with greater possibilities.
Together, we move lives forward. 💙
📍 Day 1: Ibadan, Oyo State — 10 September 2026
📍 Day 2: Lagos, Nigeria — 11 September 2026
📍 Day 3: Lagos, Grand 10th Anniversary Celebration & Awards — 12 September 2026
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Osteogenesis Imperfecta Foundation Nigeria, in collaboration with the Osteogenesis Imperfecta Foundation Network UK
Empowering Lives. Building Inclusion. Creating Hope. Limited space available, click this link to register to atend or scan the QR code to register. Day One:
https://forms.gle/PMJJ87Pyy2ovc8jV9 Dday Two https://forms.gle/jLysaDwts9bXSCbp6

For information on Exhibition, sponsorship, and donation, please, contact +44 7832 152390 or email: info@oifn.org