🌍 Join Us in Madrid for the WMDA Global Meetings 2026!
We are thrilled to invite you to the WMDA Global Meetings 2026, taking place in vibrant Madrid, Spain, the week before the EBMT Annual Meeting — making it easier than ever to attend both key events in one trip!
Why You Should Attend
Guided by the theme “Take Care”, the WMDA Global Meetings 2026 will centre on our shared commitment to serve patients by finding the best possible donor, as quickly and safely as possible. From start to finish, every session is designed to strengthen the global connections and collaborations that make this life-saving work possible.
What to Expect:
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Plenary Sessions for All Pillars – Explore cross-cutting topics and global developments that impact the entire WMDA community.
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Working Group & Committee Sessions – Dive into in-depth discussions and collaborative planning with your project groups and expert committees.
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Dedicated 2-Hour Workshop for Search Coordinators – A unique opportunity to sharpen your skills and network with peers.
Bonus: Perfectly timed to combine with attendance at the EBMT Annual Meeting and the EBMT-WMDA Transplant and Search Coordinator Day!
Extra Bonus: the Cord Blood Operations Committee is proud to present a full afternoon of dedicated presentations on Sunday, 22 March. Find the programme here.
Partner with WMDA at the Global Meetings 2026
Sponsoring the WMDA Global Meetings 2026 in Madrid is your opportunity to connect with an international community of experts and decision-makers in stem cell donation and transplantation. As a sponsor, your organization will:
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Gain global visibility among leading professionals and institutions.
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Showcase your commitment to advancing patient care and innovation.
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Build meaningful connections through dedicated networking opportunities.
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Position your brand at the heart of an event that shapes the future of donor registries worldwide.
Join us in Madrid and demonstrate your support for a truly global effort that impacts patients’ lives every day.
Register Early and Save!
Take advantage of our Early Bird Registration for the WMDA Global Meetings 2026 in Madrid!
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Early Bird Fee: €750 (available until 10 January 2026)
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Regular Fee: €795 (from 11 January – 29 February 2026)
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Late Fee: €865 (from 1 March 2026 onwards)
Stay at the Conference Hotel
WMDA has secured a block of rooms at the NH Collection Madrid Eurobuilding, the venue of the WMDA Global Meetings 2026. Participants are encouraged to book their accommodation here to benefit from the special conference rate and enjoy the convenience of staying on-site.
Please note: rooms must be reserved before 20 January to guarantee the discounted price. Availability is limited, so we recommend booking early.
⚠️ The block booking only covers the dates of the WMDA Global Meetings until the Cord Blood Workshop on 22 March. If you plan to extend your stay in Madrid to attend EBMT, you will need to make a separate reservation directly with the hotel.