Rarebeacon

Beacon for rare diseases is a UK-based charity that hosts events and community activities for the rare disease community. The organization offers events such as patient group trainings, masterclasses, and conferences, and maintains an events calendar featuring both online and in-person formats. They emphasize accessibility of events and state that events are designed for all stakeholders in the rare disease community, with at least one target audience being rare disease patient groups. The site footer provides the organization’s address in Cambridge, charity and company registration details, and a contact email for the projects team (projects@rarebeacon.org). Rarebeacon, now known as Beacon for Rare Diseases, is a UK-based organization dedicated to supporting and advocating for individuals with rare diseases. Founded in 2012, it provides resources, research, and community support to improve the lives of patients and their families. The organization engages in public education, policy advocacy, and collaborates with research institutions. It offers patient support programs, educational resources, and hosts events and campaigns to raise awareness about rare diseases. Its activities include publishing impact reports, facilitating patient and caregiver networks, and promoting research and drug development in the rare disease field. The organization operates primarily in the UK but has a global outreach through its online platforms and partnerships.