Autism Conference & Expo
11th Annual Autism Conference & Expo
Schedule of Events
Wednesday, May 28, 2025 | 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
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Registration & Check-in: 8:00 am - 9:15 am |
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Introduction & Keynote |
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| 9:00 - 9:10 am | Introduction: Awo Mirreh |
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| 9:10 – 9:45 am | Keynote Speaker: Nasra Mirreh |
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Breakout Sessions 10:00 - 11:15 am |
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| Annette Cash, Karen Guerra, Brian Barger | Autism Icebergs: Translational Challenges Across Multi-cultural and Interdisciplinary Communities | Room: SCE203 | |||
| Bernadette Kilo | Culture and Autism Spectrum Disorder | Room: 216 |
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| Nicole Hendrix, Erin Maurer, Susan Perdue, Katherine Pickard, Cidjah Rodney-Somersall | Processes and Pivots Launching a Community-Guided Autism Resource as an Advisory Board | Room: 218 |
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10:00 am - 11:15 pm Viewing: Navigating Autism in Communities of Color
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11:30 am - 12:45 pm Lunch |
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Breakout Sessions 1:00 - 2:15 pm |
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| Brian Barger, Abeera Rehmani, Katherin Reuben, Awo Mirreh, Allison Schwartz, Rachel Eloy, Lexi Edwards | Interdisciplinary Autism Identification: Merging Public and Allied Health Research Cultures | Room: 203 |
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| Jennifer Singh | Viewing: Navigating Autism in Communities of Color | Ballroom | |||
| Alexa Gonzalez Laca, Selena Valladares Ortiz, Katherine Pickard, Karen Guerra, Marycruz Valdivia Acosta |
The Need for Latine Community and Care: ABEJAS™ Path in Autism Accessibility for Spanish-Speaking Latine Families |
Room: 216 |
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| Tishon Creswell | Breaking the Silence: Understanding Autism in Black Families and Addressing Gaps in Services | Room: 217 |
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| Alisha McGlawn | Unseen Barriers, Unstoppable Futures: Mitigating Cultural and Economic Challenges for Minority Adults with Moderate to Severe Autism | Room: 218 |
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| 2:00 - 3:30 pm Viewing & Discussion: Navigating Autism in Communities of Color Jennifer Singh, Breanna Kelly, Natasha Nelson, Ebone Smiley, Dr. Bernadette Kilo |
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Posters and Resources
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Breakout Sessions 2:15 - 3:25 PM |
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| Katie Hagan, Esther Whitaker, Emily Graham, Angela Reuvers |
Travel the Sensory Path: All Roads Lead to Regulation and Engagement | Room: 203 |
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| Terrae L Ward | 'How Parents Can Help Their Child Navigate Autism and Independence In Adulthood'; 10 Ways Parents Can Help Increase Their Adult Child Achieve Independent Living | Room: 217 |
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| Brandi Tanner | Building Bridges: Student-Focused Collaboration at the IEP Table | Room: 218 |
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| Closing Remarks - Dr. Brian Barger 3:30 - 3:45 pm |
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• Spanish Interpretation is available upon request. Not all sessions are available.
• Times and Rooms may change.
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