DRS - Dysphagia Research Society #Dash4Dysphagia

  • Date Sat 7th June 2025 - Sat 14th June 2025
  • Location Virtual Event
  • Price $25.00 - $50.00
  • Races 3 races

Event summary

Get ready to join the global movement for dysphagia awareness at the DRS Dash for Dysphagia, happening from June 7 to June 14, 2025, in Warrenville, DuPage! This exciting virtual event invites participants to engage in their favorite activitiesβ€”whether it's walking, running, biking, swimming, or even dancingβ€”all while supporting crucial research, education, and professional development in the field of dysphagia.

With a registration fee of just $50 (or $25 for trainees), you can take part anytime and anywhere during this week-long celebration. Create or join a team, share your personal story, and inspire others to support your fundraising efforts. Remember to capture the fun moments and share them on social media using the hashtag #DASH4DYSPHAGIA! Plus, there are prizes for the top fundraisers, adding an extra layer of excitement to this meaningful cause. Don’t miss the chance to make a difference while enjoying an active week of camaraderie and fun!

Organiser's Description

ABOUT THE DASH FOR DYSPHAGIA

How are you going to #Dash4Dysphagia this year? Will you be walking, running, biking, swimming, roller-skating, dancing or doing something else?

The DRS Dash for Dysphagia is a fun way for friends and colleagues around the world to join together in support of research, education, and professional development in the field of dysphagia. This VIRTUAL event will help raise funds to support the DRS Research Career Development (RCD) Program and contribute to future scholarships and grant opportunities for our members.

REGISTRATION

$50 ($25 for trainees)

HOW TO PARTICIPATE

Participants can choose to participate at anytime and anywhere during the week of JUNE 7-14. You can ask others to support you or your team!

To participate as part of a team, you can create a team or join an existing team at sign-up. This option will be available after you have chosen which level to participate at (Trainee, Regular, or Industry). You should then select "BECOME A FUNDRAISER" (dark blue button) or select "Dash Team" to find a team that has already been formed.

Make sure to share your story as to why you are participating in Dash for Dysphagia. If you are creating a team, please consider including the following information:

* A creative and fun team name
* A photo of your lab or clinic team
* A short description of your lab/clinic and your primary areas of research/clinical practice
* The team motivation for participating in the event

Don't forget to take photos before, during, and after your dash and share them on social media using the hashtag #DASH4DYSPHAGIA and tagging DRS (FACEBOOK: @DYSPHAGIARESEARCHSOCIETY; TWITTER: @OFFICIAL_DRS; INSTAGRAM: @DYSPHAGIARESEARCH) or send us your photos at [email protected]! We encourage you to post photos of you and/or your team members preparing for the event as well.

RECOGNITION

The highest individual fundraiser, the highest team fundraiser, and the highest Industry Team fundraiser will receive a nominal prize and will be publicized on the DRS website and social media channels.

OTHER WAYS TO SUPPORT!

You can also donate to the campaign. To donate to a team or individual, select "Donate" in the menu. Scroll down to the Donation Amount field, enter the amount you would like to donate, select "Other" and type in the name of the team or individual you would like to support. Please also consider supporting a team or individual who has registered for the event!

Races

  • DRS Dash for Dysphagia Trainee

    $25.00

  • DRS Dash for Dysphagia

    $50.00

  • DRS Dash for Dysphagia Industry Partner

    $50.00

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