On behalf of the Organising Committee, it is our great pleasure to invite you to the CISG Athlete Brain Health Symposium 2026, taking place on 25–26 November 2026 at the Century City Conference Centre, Cape Town, South Africa.

Set against the backdrop of one of the world’s most beautiful cities, this landmark symposium will bring together leading international and South African clinicians, scientists, researchers  and sport-health professionals to shape the future of athlete brain health and sport-related concussion. The programme will explore the latest evidence, emerging research, and practical clinical approaches across the concussion care continuum, while creating a unique platform for collaboration and impactful dialogue between global leaders and healthcare professionals working in diverse sporting environments. Discussions will address the realities of clinical care, community and elite sport, youth sport, para sport, and culturally and linguistically responsive concussion assessment in both African and international settings.

Our distinguished multidisciplinary faculty represents expertise spanning sport and exercise medicine, neurology, neuropsychology, neuropsychiatry, paediatrics, rehabilitation, para sport, pitch-side care, technology-enabled implementation, and equitable assessment practices. Through dynamic presentations, expert panel discussions, and interactive networking opportunities, delegates will gain valuable insights that can be translated directly into clinical practice and athlete care.

Whether you are a clinician, researcher, allied health professional, or leader in sport, this symposium offers an exceptional opportunity to engage with the internationally recognised experts who continue to shape concussion consensus, exchange ideas with colleagues from around the world, and contribute to advancing athlete brain health for future generations.

Join us in Cape Town this November for two inspiring days of learning, collaboration, and innovation as we work together to advance evidence-based concussion care and athlete brain health.

We look forward to welcoming you to South Africa for what promises to be an outstanding scientific and networking experience.

Yours sincerely,

Dr Ruben Echemendia, Dr Cat McGill, Dr David Howell, Dr Christina Master, Prof Jon Patricios
CISG Athlete Brain Health Symposium Committee