World Young Leaders in Dementia (WYLD)

World Young Leaders in Dementia (WYLD)

World Young Leaders in Dementia A.S.B.L.

Howald, Luxembourg

HealthMedical researchScience & ResearchChildren & Youth
Network or umbrellaInternational reach
Profile last updated: August 19, 2026

About

World Young Leaders in Dementia (WYLD) is a non-profit network based in Howald, Luxembourg working on health, medical research, science & research +1 more.

WYLD is an international network of young professionals from clinical, academic, care, advocacy and commercial backgrounds working across disciplines and borders on innovative dementia solutions. It trains, connects and supports early-career leaders in dementia research, care and awareness, runs youth awareness and dementia-friendly community projects, and reports membership across more than 29 countries. It is registered in Luxembourg.

Location

Howald, Luxembourg

Organisation type

Network or umbrella

Legal form

A.S.B.L.

Legal name

World Young Leaders in Dementia A.S.B.L.

Registration

F13167

Focus areas

dementiayoung leadersresearch capacity buildingyouth awarenessdementia friendly communities

Causes & programmes

Causes

HealthMedical researchScience & ResearchChildren & Youth

Works for

FamiliesCarersElderly people

How they work

Awareness & educationCapacity buildingAdvocacy & campaigning

Programmes

Dementia Friendly Communities

Health

Supports local dementia-friendly community initiatives led by network members, such as the Qualicum Beach project in Canada.

Global Dementia Friendly Symbols

Health

Explores a shared global dementia-friendly symbol and published a review and recommendations on the concept.

Youth Dementia Awareness

Children & Youth

Educates young people about dementia and encourages them to take social action in their communities, including symposiums and workshops.

Project We Forgot

Health

A digital community supporting young caregivers of people with dementia through personal stories and awareness campaigning.

A Million Hands

Health

A project led on behalf of the Alzheimer's Society with the Scout Association, enabling young people to take social action to reduce isolation and stigma around dementia.

Funding & support

Ways to support

VolunteerMembership

Credentials & affiliations

Awards

Health Policy PIA 2025 Postdoctoral Best Poster Award

2025

Partnerships

World Dementia Council, Alzheimer's Disease International, Alzheimer Society of British Columbia, AGE-WELL, Alzheimer's Society, The Scout Association, UK Department of Health

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