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Autism a Hands on Approach Conference – 26th November 2013 ,Stepping Hill Hospital, UK

The 10th annual conference organised by parents and professionals in partnership. Over the years we have achieved a high profile in the North West, having attracted many world renowned speakers in the field of Autism. The conference aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the condition with opportunity to explore more specific issues through   workshops.  This year is no exception - we are delighted to welcome a remarkable line up of speakers including Professor Gillian Baird, Professor  Francesca Happe, Lynne Moxon , Philip Whitaker and our chair Charlotte Moore among others.     

 

Some of the topics the conference will tackle include a review of the new NICE guidelines; how we can identify strengths and attributes in individuals with autism and match them to suitable working environments; dealing with Challenging Behaviour; Sex and sexuality ; adult services and adult social care; and personalisation. The conference is open to parents and professionals for more details e-mail This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

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Honoring the Child, Honoring Equity Conference 13: Narratives of Equity. Melbourne, November 2013

We hope you can join us for the 2013 Honoring the Child, Honoring Equity conference from Friday 15 November to Saturday 16 November 2013 at The University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia. Conference themes include: Spaces and places for children's own narratives in early childhood; Sharing research stories; Sharing narratives of dispossession and inequity; Practitioner narratives as praxis; Narratives to trouble everyday theories and practices; Narratives to Advocating critical and alternative perspectives on ECEC policy issues... 

We would be grateful if you could share this information with your colleagues and friends and we look forward to seeing you in Melbourne! Information here.

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Extra-ordinary dads in New Zealand!

The extra ordinary Dads campaign celebrates fathers and the important role they play in their children’s lives. The campaign aims to spark conversations about what makes a good father as dads share stories about taking the time to play with, listen to and encourage their kids, and to create strong positive family relationships. Visit here.

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Children in Crisis Conference- A National Hui

New Zealand: The Centre for Global Studies in Education at University of Waikato, Te Whare Wânanga o Waikato, Hamilton, is hosting this important national hui in response to recent reports and research on children and young people in crisis in Aotearoa/ New Zealand.

 

This 3-day conference provides an opportunity for all interested groups (e.g. practitioners, teachers, counsellors, social workers, academics, police, paediatricians and agencies) to discuss these vital issues and seek evidence-based solutions for better services for children and young people. This will include:

 

  • discussing government policies and initiatives
  • promoting an on-going forum
  • developing a Handbook for Teachers
  • producing other relevant publications

 

Informationh here.

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