Webinar Library

AUCD Webinar Library

Webinars are a great way to gain information. They offer timely information from experts and have the flexibility of being viewed at your convenience without the expense of travel. AUCD's new Webinar Library puts all AUCD-hosted webinars at your fingertips – when you want them. In this library you'll find only webinars which have been hosted by AUCD, and a convenient search function makes it easy to find the specific webinar(s) of interest.

If you have questions, comments or problems with any of the webinars in the webinar library please contact [email protected]. We always appreciate getting feedback.

Most Recent Webinars

	April 16, 2024 AIR-P Presents: Introduction to Plain Language Writing for Academics and Researchers Details Summary: This 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. View event page
	March 26, 2024 2024 Disability Policy Seminar Orientation and Policy Education 101 Workshop Details Summary: This workshop will help prepare trainees for the 2024 Disability Policy Seminar taking place from April 8-10, 2024, in Washington, DC, to learn how to educate policymakers in DC and at home, as well as how to connect their experience and expertise to policy. Download: 2024 DPS Webinar Slide deck.pdf (1,141KB) [download] View event page
	March 20, 2024 UCEDD Administrative Essentials Webinar: Organizational/Structural Models for UCEDDs Details Summary: The 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. Download: MCDD Partner Organization Chart (436KB) [download] MCDD Fact Sheet (155KB) [download] MCDD Organizational Chart (70KB) [download] MCDD FY23 Annual Report (2,550KB) [download] Vanderbilt Kennedy Center UCEDD Flier (625KB) [download] Vanderbilt Kennedy Center Kindred Stories (1,659KB) [download] Vanderbilt Kennedy Center Overview (6,248KB) [download] View event page

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A First Look at the 2023 IACC Strategic Plan Details Summary: 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. Download: Susan Daniels IACC Slides.pdf (4,793KB) [download] View event page	April 26, 2023
Leadership and Mentorship Through the Eyes of a Self-Advocate Details Summary: 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. Download: Autistic Mentorship and Leadership Slides.pdf (1,551KB) [download] View event page	April 18, 2023
PEERS: What Is It and What Have We Learned? Details Summary: 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. Download: Event Slides (783KB) [download] View event page	April 10, 2023
AIR-P Presents: Preliminary Findings from GI Wanna Talk about Autism - A Mixed-Methods, Participatory Study of Gastrointestinal Symptoms in Autistic Adults Details Summary: 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. View event page	March 21, 2023
NIRS Data Coordinator's Quarterly Call Details Summary: 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. Download: March 2023 Data Coordinator's Quarterly Call Slide Deck (670KB) [download] View event page	March 1, 2023
AIR-P Presents: The Autism Society of America's Vaccine Education Initiative: Connect and Protect Details Summary: 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. View event page	February 21, 2023
Now Archived: 2023 AUCD Leadership Academy Informational Webinar Details Summary: 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. Download: AUCD Leadership Academy Pre-Application Webinar 2023[51] - Read-Only.pdf (917KB) [download] View event page	February 1, 2023
Now Archived: Strategies for Identifying Progress of EDI at the UCEDD Details Download: AUCD Leadership Academy Pre-Application Webinar 2023[51] - Read-Only.pdf (917KB) [download] View event page	January 23, 2023
AIR-P Presents: Claims Data as a Big Data Tool for Autism Research Focused on Physical Health Details Summary: Big data can provide population-level indicators for autism research focused on physical health. Claims data are a useful big data tool that emerge from health systems and provide translational research opportunities to improve health outcomes across large groups and communities. Claims data are generated at local, state, and federal levels, and from multiple insurance sources. In this webinar, we will describe existing approaches to the use of claims data for autism research focused on physical health and present and discuss opportunities for future research. View event page	January 19, 2023
AIR-P Presents: Environmental Health and Gene-Environment in Relation to Autism Details Summary: This presentation will review literature on environmental factors, and gene-environment interactions, for autism and related traits and discuss gaps and needs for future research studies. Topics will include: -How do environmental factors contribute to Autism? -Autism comes from both genetic and environmental factors, though few studies have examined them jointly. -Future research needs to more frequently examine modifiable exposures and impacts on traits and disabilities associated with autism. Download: Presentation Slides (4,763KB) [download] View event page	December 20, 2022