Autism Conference & Expo
9th Annual Autism Conference & Expo
Schedule of Events
Wednesday, May 17 - 9:00am – 10:00am |
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Introduction
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| 9:00 am | Introduction - Brian Barger, PhD | |||
| 9:10 – 9:30 am | Keynote Speaker: Fredrick Bishop | |||
| 9:30 - 9:40 am | Mindful Meditation: Andrea Dunn | |||
| 9:40 - 10:00 am | Lifetime Award Presentation: Dr. Samuel Fernandez Carriba Dr. Carriba's website: https://www.samuelfernandezcarriba.com/ h Introduction: Brian Barger, PhD h Speakers: Karen Guerra, Dr. Carriba's colleague from the Marcus Center and Autism Clinical Community Andrea Dunn, Dr. Carriba's work with Spanish speaking families of children with autism and clinical practitioners of compassionate care |
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| The importance of "hidden" front line workers, family members, clinicians, and administrators: Brian Barger | ||||
State Panel: 10:00am – 11:00am |
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Introduction: Brian Barger |
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Special Education Services | I/DD Crisis Stabilization Services Manager | GVRA | Questions & Answers |
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Synita Griwell, MPH
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Florence Bry
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Mercedes Brown, Ph.D., BCBA
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Sharon DeMille, CRC, CCM, NCC, LPC
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Poster Presentation: 11:00am - 12:30pm
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Breakout Sessions 11:00 am -12:30 pm |
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| Justice, Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion | Karen Guerra, MS, CCC-SLP, Ashley Salmon, MPH, Jennifer Singh, PhD, Jennifer Sarrett, PhD, MEd, Brian Barger, PhD | |||
| Self Advocate Panel | Spenser Norris, MS, Miyah Sundermayer, BS, Fredrick Bishop, MBA, Laura Coleman | |||
| Building Compassionate Communities | Andrea Cecilia G. Dunn, BS, CBCT | |||
| Medical Transition | Susan Brasher, PhD, RN, CPNP, FAAN, Robin Newberg, MSN, RN, NCSN, Teal Benevides, PhD, MS, OTR/L, Cathy Rice, PhD | |||
| Early Intervention (Project Impact) | Katherine Pickard, PhD | |||
| Growth Mindset for Independent Living | Melissa Burton, BS, Kaitlyn Morris, LPC | |||
* Spanish Interpretation Available for these sessions.
The Autism Conference & Expo of Georgia is an annual event that provides an opportunity for sharing knowledge and resources about supports for individuals with autism and their families in Georgia. The Autism Conference & Expo represents the collaboration and contributions of an alliance of leading self-advocates, family members, community partners, state agencies, and other stakeholders. This conference is an important component of the Autism Plan for Georgia.
Contact an ACE team member at [email protected] if you have any questions.
Contact Us
Address
Center for Leadership in Disability
Urban Life Building
140 Decatur Street SE
Suite 140
Atlanta, GA 30303