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National Autistic Society's Professional Conference in Harrogate, UK - March 2015

Carol Povey writes: I'm delighted to invite you to this year's Professional Conference run by The National Autistic Society. We have been extremely saddened this year by the loss of Dr Lorna Wing, one of the founders of the NAS. Dr Wing developed the concept of autism as a spectrum condition in the 1970s, and later coined the term Asperger syndrome. Her work revolutionised the way autism was regarded, and her influence was felt across the globe.

This year's conference is dedicated to her memory and to her pioneering legacy of innovative and forward-thinking practice. That is why the theme for the conference this year is 'Innovative approaches to support and intervention'.

Our experts on the Editorial Board have worked hard to develop yet another outstanding programme, drawing together examples of best practice across the different sectors. 

Keynote sessions given by top international speakers, including Professors Chris and Uta Frith and Gina Davies, will present an overview of the changing autism environment. Plus, our series of expert seminars will provide you with practical strategies to implement with your colleagues.

Seminar topics at this year's conference include:

  • using technology in the classroom
  • implementing the SEN reforms
  • sensory integration - evidence and good practice
  • preventing cybercrime
  • oral health care
  • ASD and attachment problems.

Personal perspectives will be shared by world-famous speaker Jennifer O'Toole, creator of Asperkids LLC, and journalist and author Steve Silberman.

I am also excited that we'll be hosting our Autism Professionals Awards again this year. Read more about the awards and how to nominate a colleague, or your own team - http://www.autism.org.uk/News-and-events/NAS-conferences/Upcoming-conferences/Professionals-Conference-2015/Autism%20Professionals%20Awards.aspx

I hope that by providing this forum to share the creative and innovative work being done across the UK and worldwide, we can work together to improve delivery of services and ensure that people with autism get to live the life they choose.

Carol Povey
Director of the Centre for Autism at The National Autistic Society and Chair of the Professional Conference Editorial Board

Date: 3-4 March 2015
Location: Harrogate International Centre, Harrogate,
North Yorkshire, UK

More information here. http://www.autism.org.uk/news-and-events/nas-conferences/upcoming-conferences/professionals-conference-2015.aspx

Register here. http://www.autism.org.uk/news-and-events/nas-conferences/upcoming-conferences/professionals-conference-2015/register-now.aspx

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