Conferences
This page lists upcoming meetings, conferences, calls for papers, workshops and educational opportunities that relate to assistive technology and other disability-related issues. Click on a "More Details" at the end of each conference's description to see more information.
ATIA Orlando 2011 Conference and Exhibition
January 26, 2011 to January 29, 2011 in Orlando, Florida
ATIA Orlando 2011 once again will serve as a leading forum for the assistive technology community to participate in presentations and discussions about new technology, practical applications, and services. Segments of the assistive technology industry (Augmentative and Alternative Communication; Blindness; Computer Access; Curriculum Adaptations; Deaf and Hard of Hearing; Electronic Aids to Daily Living; Games and Recreation; Learning Disabilities/Study Aids/Literacy; Low Vision; and Mechanical Accessories and Mounting Devices) will be represented in various presentations, demonstrations and/or exhibits. In addition, a hands-on lab will provide an opportunity to experiment with and evaluate the latest assistive technology devices and software available.
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10th International Conference on Low Vision
February 20, 2011 to February 24, 2011 in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
The 10th International Conference on Low Vision will offer a wide range of topics and educational sessions on the most recent developments in the field of low vision research and rehabilitation. The conference will be highlighted by presentations from distinguished keynote speakers. The conference will feature plenary sessions addressing various themes such as new developments in research and rehabilitation, rehabilitation new advances, and multidisciplinary intervention and epidemiology in developing countries. There also will be free paper and poster sessions as well as low vision workshops.
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2011 Minnesota Council for Exceptional Children Conference
March 3, 2011 to March 4, 2011 in Duluth, Minnesota
This year's conference theme is Universal Design for Learning (UDL), which will focus on the use of instructional tools used to make teaching decisions, research based strategies for effective classroom practice, and innovative ideas to address the needs of 21st century learners in special education. Attendees and participants will have the opportunity to attend sessions with highly qualified practitioners and presenters, visit exhibits and engage in discussions related to curriculum and materials, and gain new insight and understanding about Universal Design and learners in the 21st Century. Attendees will also be able to identify and use research-based effective instructional practices, and implement teaching decisions based on data as they collaborate with colleagues from across Minnesota.
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2011 Annual Texas Speech-Language-Hearing Association Convention and Exhibition
March 3, 2011 to March 5, 2011 in Houston, Texas
“Communicate, Care, and Connect” is the theme of the 55th Annual Convention of the Texas Speech-Language-Hearing Association. More than 4500 speech pathologists and audiologists are expected to attend. TSHA's annual meetings provide members continuing educational activities and opportunities for professional growth and fellowship, and there will be an exhibition with over 200 vendors. The 2010 Annual Convention focuses on an exchange of ideas, information, and technology related to speech-language pathology, audiology, special education, and related disciplines.
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CSUN 2011 International Technology and Persons with Disabilities Conference
March 14, 2011 to March 19, 2011 in San Diego, California
This comprehensive conference features presentations, training and exhibitions relating to all types assistive technology. The conferences addresses issues for all ages, disabilities, and levels of education as well as training, employment, and independent living.
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2011 6th Annual Brain Injury Rehabilitation Conference
March 18, 2011 to March 19, 2011 in Carlsbad, California
The 2010 6th Annual Brain Injury Rehabilitation conference is designed to provide a clear understanding of the need for multidisciplinary strategies in the management of patients with brain injuries. A renowned faculty of interdisciplinary specialists will present the latest in research and outcomes from a variety of medical perspectives. The target audience includes physicians, nurses, physical and occupational therapists, speech and language pathologists, and others involved in the care of patients with brain injuries. Topics will focus on interventions and management for medical and physical rehabilitation as well as cognitive, emotional, and social problems common to brain injury patients. A strong emphasis on the need for increased quality, efficiency, and value in response to health care reform will be a consistent theme throughout the course in order to continue the quest for excellence in brain injury treatment and rehabilitation.
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2011 American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) Annual Conference and Expo
April 14, 2011 to April 17, 2011 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Thousands of occupational therapy practictitioners will explore the hundreds of displays in the Exhibit Hall in search of new tools, methods, and devices to help their clients lead better, more productive lives. The exhibition will feature products, services, software or technologies that can make occupational therapy practitioners' clients more independent and help them to live better lives.
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Pacific Rim 2011 International Conference on Disabilities
April 18, 2011 to April 19, 2011 in Honolulu, Hawaii
The International Pacific Rim (Pac Rim) Conference on Disabilities has been widely recognized over the past 25 years as one of the most diverse gatherings in the world. The event encourages and respects voices from diverse perspective across numerous areas, including: voices from persons representing all disability areas; experiences of family members and supporters across all disability areas; responsiveness to diverse cultural and language differences; evidence of researchers and academics studying disability; stories of persons providing powerful lessons; examples of program providers, natural supports and allies of persons with disabilities; and action plans to meet human and social needs in a globalized world. The PacRim conference provides opportunities to learn from one another, share resources and ideas that support the quality of life, community inclusion, and self-determination for all persons with disabilities and their families and help shape our world community.
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2011 Council for Exceptional Children Convention and Expo
April 25, 2011 to April 28, 2011 in National Harbor, Maryland
The 2011 Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) is one of the largest professional gatherings of the special education community. The event will offer more than 800 sessions to help attendees learn about the latest in evidence-based practices, innovative technologies, products, and services. Attendees will have the opportunity to network with other professionals working with children with exceptionalities and their families.
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National Association of Rehabilitation Research and Training Centers (NARRTC) 2011 Annual National Conference
April 27, 2011 to April 28, 2011 in Bethesda, Maryland
The theme of the 2011 annual national conference of the National Association of Rehabilitation Research and Training Centers is "Improving Lives through Disability and Rehabilitation Research."
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2011 Annual Assistive Technology Expo
April 28, 2011 in Fargo, North Dakota
The 2011 Assistive Technology Expo will focus on exhibiting Assistive Technology devices and services in the areas of vision, hearing, learning disabilities, and aids for daily living, safety, augmentative communication, computer access, mobility, medication administration, home and work modifications, telecommunication, environmental controls and legal rights. People interested in Assistive Technology for themselves, a friend, family member, students, clients and others have attended in the past.
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YAI 32nd Annual International Conference
May 2, 2011 to May 5, 2011 in New York, New York
“Bridges to Success in Developmental and Learning Disabilities” is the theme of this year’s 32nd Annual YAI International Conference. Attendees include physicians, physical and occupational therapists, special education and general education professionals, social workers, clinical service, family members, people with disabilities and anyone working or interested in the field of developmental and learning disabilities. Workshop topics include Advocacy and Self-Determination, Management/Supervisory, Aging, Autism Spectrum Disorders, Clinical Issues and Practices, Psychopharmacology, Day Services, Quality of Life, Dual Diagnosis, Early Childhood, Residential Services, Sexuality, Special Education, Staff Training, Family Supports , Health Care/Medical, Life Planning, Legal, Ethical and Policy Issues, Staff Training, Technology, Transition and Employment Training,
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2011 Alabama Assistive Technology Expo and Conference (ALATEC)
May 19, 2011 to May 20, 2011 in Auburn, Alabama
The 2011 Alabama Assistive Technology Expo and Conference (ALATEC) will provide an opportunity to see first-hand the latest in assistive technologies, practices and services for persons with disabilities that will increase the ability of individuals to access education, employment, housing, transportation, health care and recreation in the community of choice. The conference will focus on providing professional development and training to increase the knowledge and skills in a variety of areas including, but not limited to: Adult Services, Education/Learning, Visual and Hearing Impairment, Communication, and Physical Accessibility/Mobility. Professionals, persons with disabilities and their family members will have the opportunity to exchange and gather information relative to the accessibility and availability of assistive technology. Educators, rehabilitation counselors, speech and language pathologist, therapists and other service providers are expected to attend this conference.
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2011 NISH National Training and Achievement Conference
May 23, 2011 to May 25, 2011 in Orlando, Florida
The 2011 NISH Training and Achievement Conference will offer attendees sessions on business development, products and services, federal contracts, leadership, workforce development government affairs, and quality. Attendees can also earn CEU credits.
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Festival of International Conferences on Caregiving, Disability, Aging and Technology
June 5, 2011 to June 8, 2011 in Toronto, Ontario Canada
The 2011 Festival of International Conferences on Caregiving, Disability, Aging and Technology (FICCDAT) features a unique opportunity to attend six conferences in one location:
- Growing Older with a Disability
- RESNA/ICTA
- Advances in Neurorehabilitation
- Caregiving in the 21st Century
- 34th Canadian Medical and Biological Engineering Conference
- International Conference on Best Practices in Universal Design.
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2011 Annual Conference and Exposition of the American Physical Therapy Association
June 8, 2011 to June 11, 2011 in National Harbor, Maryland
Thousands of physical therapy practitioners will explore hundreds of displays in the Exhibit Hall in search of new tools, methods, and devices to help their clients lead better, more productive lives. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage in extraordinary programming from nationally and internationally recognized experts; participate in hot topic debates; and network with colleagues and APTA leadership. The exhibition will feature products, services, software or technologies that can make physical therapy practitioners' clients more independent and help them to live better lives.
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Hearing Loss Association of America (HLAA) Convention 2011
June 16, 2011 to June 19, 2011 in Washington, D.C.
This Hearing Loss Association of America 2011 will be held in conjunction with the 2nd International Hearing Loop conference. The Loop conference is a highlight of the Get in the Hearing Loop campaign, in collaboration with HLAA and the American Academy of Audiology. A Research Symposium titled: The Noise on Hearing will be sponsored by the Deafness Research foundation. Attendees will include consumers with hearing loss, their families, professionals that educate and work with people with hearing loss, and federal government departments and agencies. Workshops include Parents and Educators Day with over thirty workshops, including several of interest to parents and teachers of children with hearing loss. Attendees can also enjoy the following events: A Capital Kick-Off Grand Opening and Luncheon, A Wicked Evening at the Kennedy Center and A Capital Celebration Evening Banquet as the highlights of this conference.
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2011 AHEAD Conference
July 11, 2011 to July 16, 2011 in Seattle, Washington
The 2011 AHEAD conference offers the opportunity to meet professionals in the field of higher education and disability. Activities include exhibiting, display advertising, information sharing, networking, and theoretical and practical training.
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Institute on Communication and Inclusion 2011 Summer Institute Event
July 20, 2011 to July 22, 2011 in Cambridge, Massachusetts
The theme of this fourth annual three-day event is, "Finding a Voice, Finding a Place, Finding a Purpose." The event will focus on research, practice, and advocacy for individuals who type to communicate. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn more about supported typing, develop skills with leading communication trainers, and access the latest research on communication support and inclusion. The event will also offer hands-on workshops and concurrent sessions.
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2011 Association for Education and Rehabilitation of the Blind and Visually Impaired (AER) Regional Conference
August 11, 2011 to August 13, 2011 in Boston, Massachusetts
The 2011 AER Regional Conference will feature hands-on presentations in the field of blindness and visual impairment. Topics to be presented include Orientation and Mobility, General Education, and Early Intervention/multiple Disabilities. Attendees will include orientation and mobility specialists, educators, vision rehabilitation specialists, low vision therapists, researchers, optometrists, ophthalmologists, information and technology specialists, and professionals from related fields.
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2011 Association for the Advancement of Assistive Technology in Europe (AAATE) Conference
August 31, 2011 to September 2, 2011 in Maastricht, Netherlands
The subject of this AAATE conference is "Everyday technology for Independence and Care". The AAATE's mission is "to stimulate the advancement of assistive technology for the benefit of people with disabilities, including elderly people". The 2011 conference will examine the present and future of assistive technology from three aspects:
- A changing society asks for more and better suitable solutions
- A growing number of people who rely on technological support and care
- The need to involve the end-users / consumers of care and technology users in the developments for a better future.
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2011 International Abilympics
September 25, 2011 to September 30, 2011 in Seoul, South Korea
The 8th International Abilympics features a series of international skills contests where people with disabilities compete in a variety of areas that demonstrate professional and artistic skills.
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2011 Caring Communities: World of Possibilities Expo Maryland
October 5, 2011 to October 6, 2011 in Timonium, Maryland
The 2011 Caring Communities World of Possibilities Expo is hosted by the Baltimore County Senior Expo and Baby Boomer Expo. The combination expo will offer disability-related training, education, publications, and events for children and adults with disabilities, their families and caregivers. Attendees will have hands-on opportunity to explore a vast array of products and services such as free wheelchair repair, assistive and adaptive technology, durable medical equipment, computer software, mobility products, and living aids. Individuals can speak directly to equipment representatives about the products, services and resources.
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Occupational Therapy Association of California 2011 Annual Conference
October 12, 2011 to October 15, 2011 in Sacramento, California
OTAC's 35th Annual Conference offers participants and attendees the opportunity to gain a direct access to California occupational therapy practitioners. Sponsor organizations include California State University, Northridge, Burger Rehabilitation, Consonus Healthcare Services, Lift and Transfer Specialist, Inc., Peoplefirst Rehabilitation, Scripps Health, Sutter Health, and Therapist Specialists.
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2011 Working 2 Walk Science and Advocacy Symposium
October 16, 2011 to October 18, 2011 in Rockville, Maryland
The Unite 2 Fight Paralysis Organization is hosting their sixth annual Science and Advocacy Symposium. The event will focus on bringing together members of the paralysis community to meet scientists who are leading the effort to find curative therapies. Attendees will learn about the latest news in spinal cord research, current available modalities that help maintain a healthy lifestyle and maximize function following spinal cord injury, and what can be done to accelerate progress toward cures. Attendees can also take advantage of networking opportunities.
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ATIA 2011 Chicago Conference
November 2, 2011 to November 5, 2011 in Schaumburg, Illinois
ATIA 2010 Chicago will offer a unique forum for the assistive technology community to participate in presentations and discussions about new technology, practical applications, and services. A wide variety of segments of the assistive technology industry will be represented in various presentations, demonstrations and/or exhibits. The conference will include preconference seminars on November 2, many educational sessions featuring experts in all types of assistive technology, and an exhibit hall with over 50 A.T. companies.
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2011 AUCD Annual Meeting and Conference
November 6, 2011 to November 9, 2011 in Crystal City, Virginia
The 2011 AUCD Conference will provide a forum for participants and exhibitors to connect with a variety of stakeholders in the disability community to share strategies in research, education, and service that are advancing equity and excellence in the disability field and improving the lives of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families.
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2011 Accessing Higher Ground: Accessible Media, Web and Technology Conference for Education, for Businesses, for Web and Media Designers
November 14, 2011 to November 18, 2011 in Westminster, Colorado
Accessing Higher Ground focuses on the implementation and benefits of assistive technology in the university and college setting for people with sensory, physical and learning disabilities. Other topics include legal and policy issues, including ADA and 508 compliance, and making campus media and information resources accessible, including Web pages and library resources. This conference is intended for individuals who need to design or provide accessible Web, media, information resources and technology in the academic and business environments. The conference is sponsored by the University of Colorado, Boulder in collaboration with AHEAD, EASI and ATHEN.
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Alliance for Full Participation Summit 2011
November 17, 2011 to November 19, 2011 in , D.C.
The Alliance for Full Participation 2011 Summit, building on the success of the groundbreaking 2005 event, will be the developmental disability community’s premiere event focusing on increasing employment opportunities for people with developmental disabilities. The summit is expected to bring together 1,500 attendees to include self advocates, providers, family members, corporate leaders, industry executives, legislators, federal, state and local policy leaders and researchers to network, learn, plan strategically and craft an action agenda for the future. Sponsoring organizations include American Association on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (AAIDD), APSE: The Network on Employment, Human Services Research Institute (HSRI), The Council on Quality and Leadership (CQI), and The Arc of the United States.
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2011 TASH Conference
November 30, 2011 to December 3, 2011 in Atlanta, Georgia
The 2011 TASH Conference theme is "No Excuses – Creating Opportunities in Challenging Times!" The theme for this conference reflects the spirit of the disability movement today - that despite the challenges ahead, we must still make progress. Attendees will include self advocates, families, teachers, professors and service providers. The conference will feature more than 150 peer reviewed sessions and expert-led workshops on person centered supports for inclusive education, community living, employment, human rights, and diversity and cultural competency. Networking opportunities will be available with leaders in the field.
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