Autism Conference

Autism Conference & Expo of Georgia 2024

We are genuinely excited to share with the broader autism community in Georgia the exciting work occurring in our state around the theme of “Firm Foundations.” The event will be held on Thursday, May 9, 2024, from 9 am - 4:00 pm. Additional information is coming soon.

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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.

10th Annual Autism Conference & Expo

Firm Foundations for Autism Supports

Thursday, May 9, 2024

9:00 am – 4:00 pm

Georgia State University School of Public Health
Urban Life Building
140 Decatur Street SE
Atlanta, GA 30303

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The Conference tracks include:

Early Identification of Autism

Interventions for Autism

Transition to Adulthood for Autism

Addressing Equity in Autism

This year’s Autism Conference theme is Firm Foundations. Firm Foundations represents a “back to the basics” consideration of the core systems and workforce undergirding autism services in Georgia. This includes critical foundational support through the GA Department of Public Health and the GA Department of Special Education, which are missioned with programs such as Babies Can’t Wait (Part C) and Special Education (Part B), which are tasked with equitably ensuring Early Identification, Intervention, and Adult Transition. It also includes numerous community partnerships with health care, state social services (e.g., Department of Early Care and Learning), universities, researchers, policymakers, teachers, and interventionists, ensuring these firm foundations result in effective services across the lifespan for families of individuals with autism.

The Autism Conference & Expo of Georgia is an annual event that provides an opportunity for sharing knowledge and resources about support 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.

KEYNOTE SPEAKER: DR. MICOLE TALLEY

The 2024 Autism Conference & Expo of Georgia’s Keynote Speaker is Micole Talley, Ed.D. Dr. Talley is the Early Childhood Project Manager at the Center for Leadership in Disability (CLD) at Georgia State University. She serves as a content expert in the areas of early childhood, special education, equity, and the provision of services to individual with disabilities. Dr. Talley oversees and coordinates all early childhood projects at the center. She also supports the development and evaluation of projects and professional development activities designed to improve program implementation, build the capacity of individuals serving young children with disabilities, and foster improved outcomes for those children. Prior to coming to CLD, Dr. Talley was Georgia’s IDEA 619 Coordinator for Preschool Special Education, which required her to provide compliance support, program recommendations, and technical assistance to school districts serving young children with disabilities throughout Georgia. She has a Doctorate in Educational Leadership, as well as degrees in Learning Disabilities and Early Childhood Education. Dr. Talley has over 20 years of experience serving students in both general and special education in various capacities. She works collaboratively with early childhood partners locally and nationally to develop and advocate for the improvement of services provided to young children with disabilities through serving on committees, councils, task forces, and planning teams.

For the list of conference speakers, click here.

DISCOUNTED RATE:

Self-Advocates: Individuals living with a developmental disability.

Family Members: Caregivers of a dependent living with a developmental disability.

Students: Enrolled full-time at a college or university and must register using a student email address.

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PARKING:

Georgia State University's M-Deck is conveniently located across from Student Center East.

Address: 33 Auditorium Place, Atlanta, Georgia 30303.

*Please tell the attendant that you are there for the Autism Conference and Expo. The daily parking fee is $10 and is not included in the registration fees.

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POSTER PRESENTATIONS:

Poster presentations will be held on the second floor of the Urban Life Building.

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VOLUNTEERS:

If you are interested in volunteering at the Autism Conference and Expo, please contact a member of the ACE team at [email protected]. Our Volunteer Coordinator will contact you to schedule specific shift times and responsibilities. There are a limited number of volunteer slots available.

For more information, please contact [email protected].

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