A United Voice for ME in the UK
Forward ME is a coalition of UK-based charities, voluntary organisations and campaigning bodies, researchers and clinicians working together to improve the lives of people with ME/CFS (Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome).
By bringing together leading voices in medicine, research, support, advocacy, and policy, our coalition provides a unified platform to influence change at a national level.
The impact of ME in the UK
Over 400,000 people and rising
No cure or diagnostic test
25% are housebound or bedbound
In a nutshell
Forward ME exists to strengthen collaboration, share expertise, and drive evidence-informed action on issues affecting people with ME and their families.
Through coordinated advocacy, public awareness efforts, and joint responses to government and health bodies, Forward ME amplifies the collective strength of its members to influence research, clinical practice, policy, education and public understanding, ensuring that the needs—including those of the most severely affected—are heard, respected and acted upon.
Get to know us and our work
This section briefly describes the areas we serve.
About
Learn who Forward ME is, how the coalition works, and the governance structures that support its mission.
Our Members
Explore the coalition of leading UK organisations and campaigning bodies working collaboratively to support people with ME.
