2026 Global Learning Conference: Connecting the Stripes

Over three days, you’ll hear from global experts through presentations, case studies, and panel discussions focusing on managing comorbidities and understanding the connections between body systems.

Topics include:

Comorbidities are health conditions that occur alongside a primary diagnosis. For people with EDS and HSD, these can include a wide range of issues affecting many different systems in the body, such as the heart, nervous system, digestive system, immune system, and mental health.

They can add complexity to daily life and make diagnosis and treatment more challenging but understanding them is key to getting the right care and support.

This event is open to:

• People living with EDS or HSD
• Families, friends, and caregivers
• Healthcare professionals (doctors, nurses, allied health)
• Healthcare providers and advocates

Available Options:

• Adult – $550.
• Support group or Alliance representative – $450.
• Concessions (Student/Carer/Under 18) – $395.

Group Booking Discounts

Planning to attend as a group? We offer the following discounts:

• 5–9 attendees: 10% off
• 10–14 attendees: 15% off
• 15+ attendees: 20% off

To arrange a group booking, please contact us specifying that your query is related to events and our team will be happy to assist.

Join us for a dedicated day focused on vascular Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (vEDS) at the 2026 Global Learning Conference. Taking place on Friday, 24 July, this hybrid program will bring together individuals and families living with vEDS, caregivers, clinicians, and researchers from around the world for a day of learning and connection. 

Designed to create a focused and supportive space, the vEDS program will combine expert insights, lived experiences, and interactive discussions that place the community at the heart of the conversation.

Available Options:

In-Person Registration – $80

Includes:

• Full access to the in-person vEDS Program on Friday, July 24, 2026
• Expert-led presentations and panel discussions
• Opportunities to connect with the vEDS community, clinicians, and researchers
• Refreshments and networking breaks
• Access to Friday Welcome Reception

This registration is for the vEDS Program only and does not include admission to the main Global Learning Conference unless purchased separately.

Virtual Registration – $40

Includes:

• Live-streamed access to the vEDS Program on Friday, July 24, 2026
• Expert presentations on clinical care and emerging research
• Community and lived-experience sessions
• Opportunities to submit questions during selected sessions
• Access to digital program materials

Virtual registration is for the vEDS Program only and does not include in-person attendance, refreshments, networking receptions, evening social activities, or admission to the main Global Learning Conference virtual sessions.

Age 18 and over – $85

Ticket includes:

• Entry to the Gala Dinner taking place on July 25 at 7 PM.
• Meal and entertainment at the Gala Dinner, including Zebras Got Talent and our annual awards ceremony.

Gala Dinner Under 18’s Ticket – $75 for under 18s NOT going to JZ prom

Age under 18.

Ticket includes:

• Entry to the Gala Dinner taking place on July 25 at 7 PM.
• Meal and entertainment at the Gala Dinner, including Zebras Got Talent and our annual awards ceremony.

Please note: Attendees aged 6-17 attending the Junior Zebras Program are invited to the Junior Zebras Prom, a free to attend event taking place at the same time as the Gala Dinner.

Honky Tonk Bingo – $30

• In-Person Attendees – Join us and put your luck to the test with Honky Tonk Bingo!
• Kick off your Friday night at the 2026 Ehlers-Danlos Society Global Learning Conference with Honky Tonk Bingo – taking place on Friday, July 24, from 6:30–8:00 PM, this event promises fun, frolics, and friendly competition as you race to complete your bingo card for a chance to win exciting prizes!

Wheels & Heels Hoedown: Line Dancing – $30

• In-Person Attendees – Join us on the dancefloor for our Wheels & Heels Hoedown: Line Dancing session!
• Join us for an evening of laughter and line dancing at the 2026 Global Learning Conference – Wheels & Heels Hoedown: Line Dancing will take place on Friday, July 24, from 8:30-10:30 PM, and promises to be an unforgettable celebration of community, rhythm, and fun!

Honky Tonk Bingo and Line Dancing Bundle – $50

• Special offer for in-person attendees!
• Make it a full evening of entertainment by purchasing the ‘Honky Tonk Bingo’ add-on AND the ‘Wheels & Heels Hoedown: Line Dancing’ add-on for just $50 USD – saving you $10 USD!

This is a hybrid event, meaning you can also attend online from anywhere in the world via Zoom webinar. You’ll get full access to:

• All live sessions.
• Interactive workshops.
• Networking via the Whova event app.
• Lifetime access to event recordings and materials.

We recommend using worldtimebuddy.com to check session times in your location.

Virtual Ticket – $175

Ideal for attendees seeking the rare chance to ask questions live, network directly with experts and peers, and make the most of an interactive experience that cannot be replicated with recordings alone.

Ticket includes:

• Real-Time Engagement: Live access to all sessions on July 24, 25, and 26, hosted from Dallas, USA, with the opportunity to join interactive discussions, Q&As, and exclusive virtual roundtables.
• Networking & Connections: Connect with fellow attendees, speakers, and vendors in real time through the Whova app – exchange digital business cards, and stay in touch through the app for three months post-event.
• Exclusive Perks: Engage with sponsors, participate in contests, and enjoy discounts and offers from our virtual swag bag.
• Extended Access: Lifetime on-demand access to session recordings, accessible within 4 weeks of the event.

On-Demand Recordings Pass – $100

Ideal for attendees who are not able to view the event live, for priority lifetime access to the session recordings.

Ticket includes:

• Lifetime on-demand access to session recordings, accessible within 4 weeks of the event.
• Access to session PDFs and resources.

Junior Zebras Kids and Teens – Free

We are delighted to offer limited free places for the Junior Zebras Kids (ages 6-12) and the Junior Zebras Teens (ages 13-17) programs at the 2026 Global Learning Conference.
Please complete the purchase of this free ticket to secure your place. Junior Zebras must be accompanied by a registered adult. Please provide the registered parent/guardian’s name in the name field of the registration form.
Junior Zebras: Kid’s and Teen’s tickets covers admission only; registrants are responsible for their own travel and accommodation costs.
Ticket purchasers must be 18 or over.

Ticket includes:

• Access to attend all in-person Junior Zebras Kids or Junior Zebras Teens sessions live on July 24, 25, and 26.
• Breakfast and lunch on July 24, 25, and 26.
• Morning and afternoon refreshments on July 24, 25, and 26.
• Junior Zebra Prom, taking place Saturday, July 25, at 7 PM – an exciting alternative to our Gala Dinner, perfect for Junior Zebras to spend time with new friends!