The Brain Injury Association of America Joins Alzheimer’s Association Brain Health Roundtable
May 28, 2026
The Brain Injury Association of America (BIAA) is proud to announce that we are participating in the Alzheimer’s Association Brain Health Roundtable, a new cross‑sector coalition working to elevate Brain Health as a national public health priority and accelerate the adoption of evidence-based strategies to reduce dementia risk.
The Brain Health Roundtable brings together leaders from health systems, disease‑specific organizations, employer coalitions, public health groups and other partners committed to advancing Brain Health nationwide. Through collaboration, the coalition will identify shared priorities, align strategies, and translate emerging science on risk reduction into meaningful action.
“BIAA is excited to be part of the Alzheimer’s Association Brain Health Roundtable,” said Rick Willis, President and CEO, BIAA. “Brain injury is a central brain health issue, and we are committed to working alongside leaders across health care, public health, research, and industry to ensure that every community – including the brain injury community – benefits from the latest knowledge on Brain Health.”
Roundtable members will collaborate to identify and prioritize opportunities to advance Brain Health, including:
- Strengthen Brain Health messaging and public awareness.
- Scale education, tools and best practices across sectors.
- Advance policies and initiatives that support Brain Health and dementia risk reduction.
Members will convene regularly to share insights, produce policy and practice resources, and track progress using shared metrics that demonstrate national impact.
“The Alzheimer’s Association is pleased the Brain Injury Association of America is joining this important effort,” said Katie Evans, chief programs and mission engagement officer at the Alzheimer’s Association. “Collaboration is essential if we want to ensure a future in which brain health is recognized as essential to public health and fully embedded in community programs, clinical care and policy.”
Other participating members in the new Roundtable include the American Diabetes Association®, the National Black Nurses Association, the Obesity Action Coalition, the National Sleep Foundation, the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, the American College of Preventive Medicine, the Asian & Pacific Islander American Health Forum, Chi Eta Phi Sorority, National Hispanic Medical Association, Physical Activity Alliance, Health & Fitness Association, YMCA of the USA, HealthyWomen, Eisai, and Eli Lilly and Company and others. The inaugural meeting was held virtually on May 15.