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The Spectrum of Developmental Disabilities XLIV ADHD vs. ASD: The Social IntersectionLocation: Online, Baltimore, MDThis multidisciplinary, three-day conference will address the public health implications, underlying neurobiology, diagnosis, management strategies and outcomes for neurodevelopmental disorders diagnosed in infancy. This activity is intended for pediatricians, neurodevelopmentalists, developmental behavioral pediatricians, child neurologists, child psychiatrists, educators, nurses, nurse practitioners, occupational therapists, psychologists, speech language pathologists, physical therapists, physician assistants and social workers. |
AIR-P Presents: Skillflix: A Community-Engaged Process to Create Short Videos that Enhance Skills Across PopulationsLocation: ZoomIn this webinar, the research team will tell the story of a community-engaged, academic-industry partnership to create online video libraries for autistic young adults and parents of autistic youth. Join the conversation about community-engaged research, sexuality, and academic-industry-partnerships for enhancing health among autistic people across the lifespan. |
UCEDD Administrative Essentials Webinar: Organizational/Structural Models for UCEDDsLocation: ZoomThe Winter 2024 installment of the Administrative Essentials Series will be an engaging Director-hosted roundtable with a focus on organizational and structural models for UCEDDs. Fellow UCEDD Directors will share insights into their organizational/structural models, staffing patterns, interaction and dynamics between their UCEDD and the LEND/IDDRC, and blending or braiding of funding. Together, we will explore creative strategies and promising practices across the UCEDD Network in this area. |
LEND and Learn Monthly TA Series: Implementation ScienceLocation: ZoomThe March LEND and Learn Monthly TA Session will be held on Monday, March 25, 2024, at 3:00 PM ET. The topic of this session is Implementation Science. Implementation Science is the scientific study of using methods and strategies to promote the use of evidence-based practice and research by practitioners and policymakers across community service systems caring for individuals with Autism/DD. |
2024 Disability Policy Seminar Orientation and Policy Education 101 WorkshopLocation: ZoomWebinar Description: This workshop will help prepare trainees for the 2024 Disability Policy Seminar taking place from April 8-10, 2024, in Washinton, DC, to learn how to educate policymakers in DC and at home, as well as how to connect their experience and expertise to policy. |
2024 Annual Disability Statistics Conference: Surveys, Statistics, and IdentityLocation: In-Person/OnlineOn Thursday, March 28, 2023 -in a one-day hybrid event in Washington, DC and via Zoom- The Center for Research on Disability will be releasing the Annual Disability Statistics Collection, which fills critical gaps in national, state, and historic data related to people with disabilities by synthesizing complex data from numerous U.S. federal agencies into accessible formats. The Conference will also include two sessions addressing the latest in disability statistics, including survey methods and how disability is defined in national surveys. |
Disability Policy Seminar 2024Location: The Westin Hotel, Washington DCThe Disability Policy Seminar is an annual federal legislative conference co-sponsored by The Arc, Autism Society, American Association on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities, Association of University Centers on Disabilities, National Association of Councils on Developmental Disabilities, United Cerebral Palsy, and Self Advocates Becoming Empowered (the partners). The Disability Policy Seminar strengthens our federal advocacy efforts by providing training, learning opportunities, and updates, and opportunities to visit their Members of Congress. The Disability Policy Seminar promotes unity, movement building, and amplifies the concerns of people with IDD before Congress. |
9th International Research Conference on Adolescents and Adults with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum DisordersLocation: Hyatt Regency, Seattle, WADespite thousands of published articles on FASD, limited research focuses specifically on adolescents and adults with FASD. As individuals diagnosed with FASD age, the "need to know" across a broad spectrum of areas continues to be critically important for identifying clinically relevant research questions and directions that will impact their day-to-day function and health outcomes. With a prevalence rate of 1 in 20 in the United States, FASD is highly relevant to addiction treatment providers. Building on the work of eight previous conferences, this conference will examine relevant global research, programs, and policies. |
Fostering Joy for Audiologists: Why and How to Embrace a "Joy Lens" in Working with FamiliesLocation: Zoom |
The 2024 National Conference on the Value of Play: THE FUTURE OF PLAYLocation: Bloomington, INThe Play Conference, as it is commonly known, is an annual educational conference presented by the US Play Coalition. The latest research and practices in the field of play are presented at the conference, which brings together leading play researchers, educators, health scientists, park and recreation professionals, landscape architects, designers, planners, business and community leaders, psychologists, physicians, and parents from across the globe. |
AIR-P Presents: Introduction to Plain Language Writing for Academics and ResearchersLocation: ZoomThis webinar, offered by the Autistic Self Advocacy Network in partnership with the Autism Intervention Research Network on Physical Health (AIR-P), will provide an overview of plain language writing for people who may be more used to writing in academic language. Attendees will learn the principles of plain language writing and have a chance to put them into practice with interactive exercises. There will also be time for questions and answers. |
8th Annual Charting the LifeCourse ShowcaseLocation: Kansas City, MOCome together with the network of advocates, families, and professionals to explore how CtLC weaves together personal growth, community engagement, policy advancements, and technological innovations to promote self-determination and good lives for all. |
2024 START National Training Institute (SNTI)Location: Loews Philadelphia Hotel, Philadelphia, PAThe annual START National Training Institute (SNTI) serves as the premier hub for the exchange of innovative best practices in IDD-MH (intellectual and developmental disabilities and mental health needs) grounded in the philosophy and principles of the START model (including assessment, treatment, and crisis prevention and intervention services). The SNTI brings together a diverse community including but not limited to professionals & providers, researchers, policy makers, people with lived experience of IDD-MH, and family members. |
AUCD Leadership AcademyLocation: Atlanta, GAThe AUCD Leadership Academy is a week-long intensive experience, paired with a year of pre and post interactions designed to enhance the skills of current and emerging leaders from disability networks to build coalitions to improve systems of supports and services. The Leadership Academy engages participants from UCEDDs, LENDs, IDDRCs and the wider community of disability partners to come together to immerse themselves for a week of study, shared experiences, self-evaluation, and skill development. |
AIR-P Research Day at Autism CARES Meeting 2024: Translating Research to Community ImpactLocation: ZoomThe Autism Intervention Research Network on Physical Health (AIR-P) will be hosting its 7th semi-annual Research Day at the Autism CARES Meeting 2024 in July 2024. This event is part of the Autism CARES Meeting and will emphasize "Translating Research to Community Impact", highlighting content related to the physical health and overall well-being of autistic individuals. This virtual event is open to all. |