Through these missions, GWAF will support related research into the treatment and prevention of Alzheimer’s.
In order to fulfill its missions GWAF will engage in and build upon the following activities:
Develop local case studies of Alzheimer’s disease.
Partner with public health institutes to promote Alzheimer’s awareness through traditional and social media.
Partner with institutions of higher learning to incorporate Alzheimer’s awareness into curricula or other training activities.
Work with government entities to promote and culturally tailor global Alzheimer’s Awareness events such as International Alzheimer’s disease Month in September and Alzheimer’s Awareness day on September 21.
Create and dissemination of an inventory of caregiver agencies in Nigeria that are equipped to support families and patients living with the condition.
Create of an inventory of physician experts and local researchers in Alzheimer’s disease and related disorders.
Conduct specialized training workshops on Alzheimer’s disease-specific care across Nigeria.