Students Against Meningitis

Students have been supporting Meningitis Research Foundation for over 30 years. They have been instrumental in the progress we have made towards defeating meningitis.

Our work with students not only raises vital funds toward a world free of meningitis. It also raises all important awareness of the disease - you'll see us at freshers' fairs around the country. 

Find out how you can get involved by taking on the challenge of a lifetime, taking part in a raid, or partnering with us as a Charity of the Year. 

Whatever you choose, our student team are here to help. 

Why working with students is so important 

Students are the secondmost at risk group of developing meningitis, after babies and toddlers.

This is because the bacteria which causes meningitis is much more common in students. It lives in 1 in 10 of the general population, and 1 in 4 students.

You need to know the symptoms of meningitis and the life-saving vaccines available to you.

Sophie's story

Sophie Royce was a 21 year old student when she contacted MenW meningitis and septicaemia.

What happened next changed her life forever.

Your MRF Student Team

The Meningitis Research Foundation student team is made up of three full-time staff members.

We work solely on supporting you with your fundraising events and activities.

Don't hesitate to get in touch with us for advice. We are always happy to chat through ideas with you.