Autism Conference

Autism Conference & Expo of Georgia 2023

We are genuinely excited to share with the broader autism community in Georgia the exciting work occurring in our state around the theme of “Framing the Future” The event is going to be held on Wednesday, May 17, 2023 from 9am-1:30pm

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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.

9th Annual Autism Conference & Expo

Autism in Georgia:
Framing the Future

Wednesday, May 17, 2023

9:00 am – 1:30 pm

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

Schedule of Events

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The Conference tracks include:

Growth and Compassion in Community Based Service

Medical Transition

Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

Early Intervention

”Framing the Future” represents proactively identifying or discussing potential solutions to current issues, challenges, or concerns experienced by the autism community. Thus, breakout sessions that are solution focused on topics with the potential for widespread community impact will be prioritized.

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: FREDRICK BISHOP, MBA

The 2023 Autism Conference & Expo of Georgia’s Keynote Speaker will be Fredrick Bishop, MBA. A Georgian by birth, Mr. Bishop was identified with autism at the age of 4. With his loving and devoted mother, grandparents, and stepfather, Mr. Bishop was coached to navigate the hurdles of childhood, adolescence, and early adulthood. Despite numerous challenges, he and his devoted family have established a firm educational and occupational foundation, resulting in Mr Bishop becoming an ambitious young professional.

Mr. Bishop is currently a Communications Operator for the City of East Point, Advisory Council Member at SageNavigator, and active collaborator with numerous autism advocacy projects in Georgia.

LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD: DR. SAMUEL FERNANDEZ CARRIBA

This year’s Lifetime Achievement Award is for Dr. Samuel Fernandez Carriba, whose career was marked by a drive to understand social emotions, identify children with autism, and his mission to compassionately empathize with the families of children with autism, his colleagues, and the world around him.

This posthumous award recognizes Dr. Carriba’s ongoing influence on autism and broader clinical communities in Georgia, the nation, and internationally.

His close friend and colleague, Karen Guerra (MS, CCC-SLP, Marcus Autism Center), will be accepting this award on behalf of Dr. Carriba, his family, the families of the English and Spanish-speaking autism community he served, and the many individuals inspired by his commitment to compassionate care.

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].

General/Professional Early Bird: $75*

Sales ends on May 4, 2023

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Discounted Early Bird: $50*

Sales ends on May 4, 2023

Discounted rate is for: Self-advocates, Family members and Students.

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AAC Member Early Bird: $60*

Sales ends on May 4, 2023

Discounted rate is for members of the Atlanta Autism Consortium, Inc. (AAC).

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