AUCD WEBINAR
06/28/2023
NTDC Presents: Developing Inclusive Training Programs Through Universal Design for Learning
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06/27/2023
AIR-P Presents: Mind the NIH-Funding Gap: Structural Discrimination in Physical Health-Related Research for Cognitively Able Autistic Adults
AIR-P is glad to announce a date for the rescheduled webinar: Mind the NIH-Funding Gap: Structural Discrimination in Physical Health-Related Research for Cognitively Able Autistic Adults.
Topics will include:
Importance of addressing physical health disparity conditions in autistic adults
Structural discrimination in NIH-funded studies on physical health disparity conditions in autistic adults
Description of conflicts of interest within an NIH-funded culture of academia that contribute to systemic structural discrimination in funding policies.
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06/20/2023
AIR-P Presents: Genomics for the well-being of autistic people: challenges and recommendations
In this webinar Dr. Heini Natri will discuss the topic that equitable and just genetic research requires an examination of the ethical questions pertaining to marginalized communities. Many have expressed concerns over current practices of autism-related genetic research, urging the field to shift towards practices that ensure benefits and protect against harm. As an interdisciplinary working group of autistic and non-autistic individuals, we have developed guidelines for leveraging genetics to enhance the quality of life, health, and autonomy of autistic persons.
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05/23/2023
NIRS Data Coordinator's Quarterly Call
At this meeting, AUCD's TA team will review preview NIRS updates and upcoming events for the upcoming year. We will provide UCEDD-specific updates and LEND/DBP-specific updates. These updates will be followed by Q&A and open floor discussions.
May 2023 Data Coordinator's Quarterly Call Slide Deck
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05/08/2023
Autism SIG Round Table on Leadership and Mentorship
The Autism SIG invites you to a roundtable discussion on leadership and mMentorship. The Autism SIG co-chairs will facilitate a recap of the webinar series and provide a perspective on the importance of mentorship and leadership for the autistic community. Members of the Autism SIG will have the chance to speak in breakout rooms on various topics decided by the SIG.
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05/02/2023
Fostering Joy for Audiologists: Why and How to Embrace a "Joy Lens" in Working with Families
This presentation introduced the LEND Audiology Fellows to the Fostering Joy movement, which aims to promote positive engagement between families and their deaf or hard of hearing (DHH) children, and to bolster professionals' ability to emphasize joy in the work that they do with children who are DHH. The presentation included descriptions of Fostering Joy and the science behind why doing so is important. It also offered suggestions for audiologists interested in embracing a "joy lens" in their work.
Fostering Joy for Audiologists: Why and How to Embrace a
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05/01/2023
Dually Diagnosed: An Interdisciplinary Approach to Autism and Hearing Loss
When a child who is deaf or hard of hearing also presents as autistic, what can audiologists do to promote appropriate care? This presentation introduced the LEND trainees to the diagnostic challenges related to dual diagnosis, screening for secondary challenges and the role of audiology, and how to successfully create an interdisciplinary approach to ensure dually diagnosed children access the support they need.
Dually Diagnosed: An Interdisciplinary Approach to Autism and Hearing Loss
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04/26/2023
A First Look at the 2023 IACC Strategic Plan
The IACC Strategic Plan, first issued in 2009, guides federal agencies and private organizations in planning ASD-related research, services, and support activities. It is produced by the IACC, including federal officials and public stakeholder members. It is informed by extensive input from researchers, adults on the autism spectrum, parents, advocates, and the general public. This inclusive process ensures that the IACC Strategic Plan reflects diverse perspectives across the autism community.
Susan Daniels IACC Slides.pdf
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04/18/2023
Leadership and Mentorship Through the Eyes of a Self-Advocate
Steven Isaacson, B.A. is a Policy Analyst at the Office of Autism Research Coordination (OARC). Mr. Isaacson will share his lived experiences with autistic leadership. Steven believes in the power of autistic peer mentorship and strengths-based practice. Mr. Isaacson will share his perspective as an autistic business owner and peer coach.
Autistic Mentorship and Leadership Slides.pdf
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04/12/2023
2023 Disability Policy Seminar Orientation and Policy Education 101 Workshop: Preparing to Educate Policymakers in DC and at Home
This workshop helped trainees learn how to educate policymakers in DC and at home. It also taught trainees how to connect their experience and expertise to policy. Finally, the workshop helped prepare trainees for the virtual 2023 Disability Policy Seminar that was on Monday, April 24th, and the fly-in hill day on Thursday, April 27th.
2023 DPS Webinar Slide deck-FINAL.pdf
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04/10/2023
PEERS: What Is It and What Have We Learned?
From this seminar, attendees will learn what PEERS is, its advantages, some of the challenges, and how we are adapting it to meet a wide variety of needs, skill sets, and individuals.
Event Slides
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03/21/2023
AIR-P Presents: Preliminary Findings from GI Wanna Talk about Autism - A Mixed-Methods, Participatory Study of Gastrointestinal Symptoms in Autistic Adults
Gastrointestinal (GI) symptoms are prevalent in autistic individuals, but little is known about them in autistic adults. "G.I Wanna Talk About Autism" is a mixed-methods, participatory research study with the goal of 1) describing the lived experiences of autistic adults with GI symptoms, and 2) developing recommendations to improve the GI health of this population. Join this webinar to learn about the study's activities and preliminary findings.
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03/01/2023
NIRS Data Coordinator's Quarterly Call
At this meeting, AUCD's TA team will review preview NIRS updates and upcoming events for the upcoming year. We will provide UCEDD-specific updates and LEND/DBP-specific updates. These updates will be followed by Q&A and open floor discussions.
March 2023 Data Coordinator's Quarterly Call Slide Deck
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02/21/2023
AIR-P Presents: The Autism Society of America's Vaccine Education Initiative: Connect and Protect
The Autism Society of America's Vaccine Education Initiative has increased vaccine education, confidence, and accessibility throughout the Autism community. Join this discussion on health equity to learn about grassroots messaging, key lessons learned, evidence-based practices, and opportunities for community impact.
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02/01/2023
Now Archived: 2023 AUCD Leadership Academy Informational Webinar
This webinar will offer interested potential applicants an opportunity to interact with the AUCD Leadership Academy faculty. The webinar will feature a brief overview of the 2023 Academy curriculum and timeline. This will be followed by a time for questions from potential applicants to the 2023 AUCD Leadership Academy. In addition, alumni will share their reflections about the benefits they gained from participation in the week-long academy. and the follow-up activities.
AUCD Leadership Academy Pre-Application Webinar 2023[51] - Read-Only.pdf
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