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04/25/2013
Health Disparities Research at the Intersection of Race, Ethnicity, and Disability: A National Conference
fromhttp://www.ohsu.edu/xd/research/centers-institutes/institute-on-development-and-disability/public-health-programs/project-intersect/index.cfm
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04/27/2013
29th Pacific Rim International Forum on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities
fromhttp://www.pacrim.hawaii.edu/
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04/29/2013
29th Pacific Rim International Conference on Disability and Diversity
fromhttp://www.pacrim.hawaii.edu/The theme for the 29th Pacific Rim International Conference on Disability and Diversity-Being in Community-embraces the ideals of all people living together harmoniously and happily in a barrier-free world without fear of exclusion from social, economic or political life.
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05/30/2013
2013 CAAI Meeting: Putting the Pieces Together: Improving Access, Quality, and Integration Through CAAI
The May 2013 CAAI Meeting brought together individuals from the training, research, and state programs funded by HRSA/MCHB's Combating Autism Act Initiative, as well as partner organizations and supporters. Directors and key faculty from each of the CAAI grants (DBP, LEND, States, and Research) were all in attendance. NEW: Discussion notes and presentation materials from nearly every session are now available!
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06/03/2013
AAIDD 137th Annual Meeting: Race to Catch the Future
fromhttp://aaidd.org/content_3018.cfm?navID=326This Conference will provide researchers, clinicians, practitioners, educators, policymakers, local, state and federal agencies, and advocates with cutting edge research, effective practices, and valuable information on important policy initiatives. The conference will have thought-provoking plenary sessions concerning emerging issues in the field of intellectual and developmental disabilities and ways in which professionals can prepare themselves and their organizations to thrive in a field that is in transition.
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06/06/2013
National Sibling Leadership Network Conference
Join us for an opportunity to connect with other siblings and people who care about siblings. This is your chance to hear from national experts on the latest in sibling support and research as well as learn about advocacy efforts. You will have an opportunity to learn about resources, share stories, network and gain insight on sibling experiences.
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06/09/2013
2013 UCEDD Leadership Development Institute
The Institute is a week long intensive executive development program, focused on new UCEDD directors as well as Assistant Directors, Program Directors and others in UCEDDs who, in the opinion of the UCEDDs leadership, demonstrate both potential and willingness to assume senior leadership roles in the UCEDD network.
Leadership Development Institute Agenda
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06/17/2013
Inherent Dignity, Equality and Rights: An International Conference on Human Rights and Community Living
fromhttp://www.naku.no/conferences2013The conference brings together researchers, policy makers, activists and practitioners to share scholarship and ideas, and provides a forum for Nordic and international collaboration in intellectual disability studies. The first conference takes place in June 18 in Oslo, Norway, under the title Human righs and rule of law. The second conference takes place in June 20 in Trondheim, Norway, under the title Living conditions and quality of life.
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07/24/2013
Everything You Wanted to Know about the ADA and Transit but Were Afraid to Ask
fromhttp://www.projectaction.org/News/tabid/727/token/detail/nid/131/Default.aspxEaster Seals Project ACTION staff will start by answering the most common and difficult questions received on the ADA with regard to fixed-route and ADA complementary paratransit services. Then, participants will be able to ask ESPA staff their own questions during an extensive Q&A. Register by July 22nd!
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08/03/2013
The Arc 2013 National Convention
fromhttp://www.thearc.org/what-we-do/events/national-conventionPlan to join The Arc in Bellevue, WA on Seattle's East side for the 2013 National Convention from August 3-5 where we'll be Achieving Momentum in the movement for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Come to Washington to discover new information, new programs, new technology, and new ways for you to keep moving forward with your goals as well! Join hundreds of other individuals, families, advocates, experts, and professionals in the field for three days of informative sessions, unique events, and opportunities to connect.
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08/22/2013
IASSID 3rd Asia Pacific Regional Conference: Multiformity and diversity: Combing indiviudal care and community-based supports
fromhttps://www.iassid.org/conference/index.php/AP/AP3RDRC/index
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09/27/2013
Society for Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics 2013 Annual Meeting
fromhttp://www.sdbp.org/The Society for Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics (SDBP) is an international organization dedicated to improving the health of infants, children, and adolescents by promoting research, teaching and clinical practice in developmental and behavioral pediatrics. Comprised of more than 700 members, the society strives to promote an understanding of the social, educational, and cultural influences on children.
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10/08/2013
2013 Southwest Conference on Disability
fromhttp://cdd.unm.edu/swconf/index.htmlThemes for 2013 include the following: The Rehabilitation Act At 40: Promises Kept, Promises Still To Keep; Assistive Technology: Opening Doors For People With Disabilities; When The Community, Business and Government Collaborate, People With Disabilities Work; Access To Health For Women With Disabilities and Brain Injury: A Family Affair Across The Lifespan.
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10/17/2013
14th Chronic Illness and Disability Conference Transition from Pediatric to Adult-based Care
fromhttp://www.baylorcme.org/search/detail.cfm?cme=894
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10/18/2013
Next Chapter Book Club & Beyond: A conference on literacy for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities
fromhttp://chaptersahead.org/conference/Join us for the first-ever conference on literacy for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, The Next Chapter Book Club and Beyond. The purpose of this conference is to share insights, experiences, and strategies on literacy and lifelong learning for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
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