What is Race Against Dementia?
Race Against Dementia is a global charity founded by Sir Jackie Stewart OBE in 2016 to raise awareness and funds with the mission to advance worldwide research and development in the
pursuit of a dementia cure or treatment. Since his wife Helen, Lady Stewart was diagnosed with frontotemporal dementia, Sir Jackie Stewart and his team have been racing to beat dementia with a Formula One attitude, by finding new ways to accelerate research and achieve RAD’s objectives. Grand Prix racing thrives on innovation, skill and passion. It has seen the fastest technological change of any business, industry or sport in the world and Race Against Dementia is working with F1 industry leaders to deliver results in the dementia research laboratory.
What is Race Against Dementia Day?
Race Against Dementia Day is a day dedicated to raising funds to help beat dementia. Everyone can get involved and make a change by joining the race. The aim is to raise £127,000 for Race Against Dementia charity. 1 in 3 people born today will die of dementia. That is the equivalent of 127,000 babies born in the UK every day and the goal is to raise £1 for each of these babies.
The funds raised for RAD Day will provide support for the Race Against Dementia Fellows’ Leadership Programme that aims to develop the Fellows’ skills and take them to an F1 level of collaboration, teamwork and innovation.
When is Race Against Dementia Day?
Race Against Dementia Day will take place on 21 January each year, which is also Lady Stewart’s birthday. Lady Stewart’s diagnosis inspired Sir Jackie to establish the charity.
How can I get involved in Race Against Dementia Day?
Simply do “3” your way. This could be:
- 3k run, scoot or walk
- 3 hours of reading
- Playing 3 board games with your family
- Complete a 3-person challenge, such as a car racing game
Share your activity online and nominate 3 people to join you in your race against dementia using #RADDay.
