We are delighted to share another beautiful example of the importance and power of AAC. Ruth is a wonderful young lady from Belgium who enjoys her moments of communication so much! There is not a single doubt that being able to communicate provides a whole new quality of life and empowers our Rett people to […]
#EyeCanTalk – Johanna and Our Experience with Tobii
Continuing our Rett Syndrome and AAC Awareness Month campaign, we are honoured to share the experience of Johanna´s family and their journey with joys and challenges in their use of the Tobii device. Please join us in sharing photos, videos and stories of your daughter or son using any form of AAC. Email your photos, […]
#EyeCanTalk – Rett syndrome and AAC awareness month
It is not a coincidence that our last Family Focus story was dedicated to communication. If you haven´t got a chance to read this wonderful story yet … please do, it is very moving and takes us to our theme for Rett Syndrome Global Awareness Month. Once again, thanks to Usree and family for sharing […]
First Newsletter from MECP2 Duplication Syndrome Community – in English, German and French
Congratulations to David and colleagues for getting their first newsletter out in German, English and French! We look forward to hearing more about your work and will support your endeavours as much as we can!
Latest update from Taysha gene therapy
Taysha today shared the latest update on their gene therapy programme with the second person now having received the therapy and a third planned for later this year. You can read their announcement and their letter to Rett community bellow.
Call for GA Meeting and Expression of interest
As we gear up for the upcoming General Assembly Meeting, we invite passionate individuals who share our commitment to the Rett syndrome community to consider contributing to the organisation by joining the board. We seek members who are not only driven by a passion for Rett syndrome but also possess skills that can fuel our […]
Eye Got the Power: Milestones and Miracles in Our Rett Family’s Communication Journey
By Usree Bhattacharya It is poignant to me that the only video I have of my little girl, Kalika, speaking by mouth is the one in which she repeats after me: “I. Love. You.” When I captured that moment with my phone many years ago, I had no idea that it would be the last […]
Latest Update From Taysha Gene Therapy Programme
News on the first patient dosed with their gene therapy and next steps in respect of expanding the trials…
Latest Update From Taysha Gene Therapy Programme
Taysha have shared the news today that they have been given the all clear to continue with their plans to dose the second adult with Rett syndrome in their gene therapy trial in Canada. You can read their letter here.
Overview of the Network Support and Research event 2023
RSE board are very pleased to present an overview of the March 2023 Network Support and Research event (see the document below). We would particularly like to draw your attention to the outcomes and action plans for each country that participated. In addition, since the event, the presentations have been translated into Spanish, Italian, Finnish, […]