International Conferences on Autism

Oct. 3 & 4, at the Pasteur Institute, Paris. Open to individuals and families affected by autism as well as scientists and other professionals.  http://www.autismspeaks.org/science/science-news/international-conference-innovative-autism-technologies?utm_source=email&utm_medium=text-link&utm_campaign=sciencedigest

Autism Speaks is pleased to cosponsor this year's International Conference for Autism (INCA), Nov. 14-16, in Antalya, Turkey. This year's conference theme is "All Facets of Autism: From Research to Practice."  http://www.inca2014.com/english.asp

International Autism Conference, November, 2014

Autism Speaks is pleased to cosponsor this year's International Conference for Autism (INCA), Nov. 14-16, in Antalya, Turkey. This year's conference theme is "All Facets of Autism: From Research to Practice."   http://www.autismspeaks.org/science/science-news/autism-speaks-announces-dates-venue-2nd-annual-autism-investment-conference?utm_source=email&utm_medium=text-link&utm_campaign=sciencedigest

Autism Prevalence Levels Off in United Kingdom

After spiking in the 1990s, the reported prevalence of autism leveled off in the UK after 2003, while continuing to rise in the US.   http://www.autismspeaks.org/science/science-news/study-finds-autism-prevalence-has-leveled-united-kingdom?utm_source=email&utm_medium=text-link&utm_campaign=sciencedigest

Autism Speaks at Autism -Europe

Andy Shih reports back from the 10th Congress of Autism-Europe - extending global outreach while respecting the diversity of community needs.  http://www.autismspeaks.org/blog/2013/10/01/autism-speaks-autism-europe?utm_source=email&utm_medium=text-link&utm_campaign=sciencedigest

Bristish Teacher suggests ways to include all students in learning

It can be easy for some well-behaved primary-school students, who cause no issues, to go unseen, notes Danielle Egonu-Obanye, an assistant headteacher and inclusion manager at a primary school in east London. In this blog post, she writes about the need to address the problem of the "invisible child" by working to bolster inclusion and get to know all students. Some suggestions, she writes, are to have shared learning experiences that include all students and make small gestures to interact with students, such as recommending a book. The Guardian (London)/Teacher Network/Teacher's blog (6/27)  http://www.guardian.co.uk/teacher-network/teacher-blog/2013/jun/27/invisible-child-class-truly-inclusive

Report explores global state of children with disabilities

The United Nations Children's Fund -- UNICEF -- released its annual assessment of the issues facing children around the world. This year, the report focused on children with disabilities. In general, the report showed children with disabilities are often neglected and abused, making them some of the most marginalized individuals in the world. Advocates say attitudes need to shift away from seeing children's deficits and toward appreciating what they can offer to society. Disability Scoop (6/3)  http://www.disabilityscoop.com/2013/06/03/globally-struggling-unicef/18081/

10th Autism - Europe International Congress Open for Registration

The conference will take place September 26 to 28 in Budapest.   http://www.autismspeaks.org/science/science-news/10th-autism-europe-international-congress-open-registration

European Union Helps People w/ Disabilities Find Assistive Technology

The European Union has launched a free online resource to help people with disabilities and the elderly find relevant assistive technology (AT) aids. The portal, ATIS4All, short for Assistive Technologies and Inclusive Solutions For All, collates data on computer and communications products ranging from magnification software, keyboard and mouse alternatives, text-to-speech translation packages and voice recognition systems. http://www.informationweek.com/healthcare/patient/eu-helps-people-with-disabilities-find-a/240157121?goback=%2Egde_155773_member_252936775

Inspiration & Progress on Autism in Southeast Europe

Amy Daniels, Autism Speaks assistant director for public health research, relays the inspiring stories she encountered at the third annual meeting of the Southeast Europe Autism Network.  http://www.autismspeaks.org/blog/2013/06/11/inspiration-and-progress-autism-southeast-europe?utm_source=email&utm_medium=text-link&utm_campaign=sciencedigest

Strategies for screening, teaching students with dyslexia

Strategies such as creating multisensory lessons and using text-to-speech technology can make literacy lessons more accessible for students with dyslexia, Sally Bouwman writes in this blog post. Bouwman, a U.K. lead teacher for dyslexia who teaches at ARK Schools in London, notes that her schools screen all 6- and 7-year-olds for dyslexia, and staff are trained to recognize signs of the disorder. "We encourage all our schools to build dyslexia expertise among their staff," she writes. The Guardian (London)/Teacher Network (5/20) http://www.guardian.co.uk/teacher-network/teacher-blog/2013/may/20/teaching-dyslexic-children-signs-observations-advice

International Assistive Technology Resources

Many countries have their own national assistive technology information projects, and some have joined with AbleData to form the International Alliance of Assistive Technology Information Providers. The Alliance member projects are listed immediately below. Click on a project's name for more information.

1. Assist Ireland, Ireland
2. Assistive Technology Data - Denmark, Denmark
3. CEAPAT, Spain
4. Disabled Living Foundation, United Kingdom
5. Handicat, France
6. HANDY WIJZER, Netherlands
7. Independent Living Centres Australia, Australia
8. Kennis en Ondersteunings Centrum, Belgium
9. Portal Nacional de Tecnologia Assistiva, Brazil
10. Rehadat, Germany
11. SIVA, Italy

To see resources in other countries, go to http://www.abledata.com/abledata.cfm?pageid=118255&ksectionid=19326

Coping with ADHD - A European Perspective

A new report on ADHD in Europe makes several recommendations to raise awareness of ADHD and prioritize issues relating to ADHD.   http://advocacyinactionireland.blogspot.ie/2013/04/coping-with-adhd-european-perspective.html?goback=%2Egde_889607_member_234406984

Finding Your Career Path Abroad

 

Ever thought about encouraging youth with disabilities to consider traveling abroad as an international exchange student? or how it could positively influence their career path? The National Clearinghouse on Disability and Exchange (NCDE) aims to increase the participation & inclusion of people with disabilities in international exchange opportunities. NCDE has a variety of resources that assist in successful programming including a comprehensive website with guidance tips on inclusion & accommodations, financial aid resources, searchable databases on international exchange programs, free consulting services, publications, & much more. Past participants have experienced a profound impact on their careers.

To read more, click on this article: Find Your Career Path for more ways in which international exchange has led to career advancement for people with disabilities. http://www.miusa.org/publications/books/findyourcareerpath?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social%2Bmedia&utm_term=ncde&utm_content=career%2Baway&utm_campaign=Stories

DCDT International Conference Seeks Presentations

 

The Division on Career Development and Transition (DCDT) has announced its Call for Presentations for their 17th International Conference. The conference will be held November 14-16, 2013, in Williamsburg VA. Deadline for submissions is April 12, 2013.  http://www.dcdt.org/ 

Administrators in Ireland Strive to Curb Cyberbullying

Schools in Ireland are being urged to take a stronger stance against cyberbullying, in part, by educating students about its dangers. Educators also are seeking a social media liaison, dedicated to taking requests from schools. "Principals tell me that the social networks either do not respond or are slow to react to their requests to take down abusive posts about a student in their care," said Clive Byrne, director of the National Association of Principals and Deputy Principals. Silicon Republic (Ireland) (3/4) http://www.siliconrepublic.com/new-media/item/31730-napd-calls-for-school-wide/

http://www.webbytalents.com/ is a site for sharing for films made by or for people with disabilities across the world.

Supporting Inclusive Education Worldwide

The Inclusive Schools Network aims to connect the international inclusive education community through shared knowledge, stories, ideas and the experiences of all those working toward building more inclusive schools.
In the International Inclusive Education section of the ISN Website you can:

• Explore the history of international inclusive education;
• Access key international instruments and conventions that support international inclusive education;
• Read reports and news briefs;
• Learn more about global organizations working on inclusive education;
• Read stories about international inclusive schools.

http://inclusiveschools.org/international-resources/ 

10th Autism-Europe International Congress Open for Registration

The conference will take place September 26 to 28 in Budapest.

MIUSA

 

The National Clearinghouse on Disability and Exchange has developed a Mobility International USA (MIUSA) Web site to provide information on bridging people, programs, and places for increasing disability inclusion in international exchange for Americans with disabilities going abroad, visitors with disabilities coming to the US, and international exchange professionals. http://www.miusa.org/ncde

World's Largest Autism Project

Posted by Robert Ring, PhD, Autism Speaks vice president of translational research.
I want to point out a recent review article published in the journal Nature Reviews: Drug Discovery. This article provides an excellent introduction to EU-AIMS, a massive five-year research program focused solely on autism. EU-AIMS, short for European Autism Interventions – A Multicentre Study for Developing New Medications, was launched earlier this year in Europe. The collaboration brings together in a non-competitive way 24 academic research center across Europe, global pharmaceutical companies and patient advocacy organizations in Europe. The collaboration will focus on accelerating the translation of basic science discoveries into medicines for autism.   http://www.autismspeaks.org/blog/2012/12/18/world%E2%80%99s-largest-autism-project-gets-good-press?utm_source=social-media&utm_medium=text-link&utm_campaign=espeaks