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Call for Papers deadline for Special Issue on AAC of ACM Transactions on Accessible Computing (TACCESS)
More information here11th International Conference on Computers Helping People with Special Needs
University of Linz, AustriaICCHP will be held the 11th time in 2008. It looks back to more than 20 years of supporting the advancement of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) and Assistive Technologies (AT) for people with disabilities, the aging population and learning difficulties.
For more information, visit the conference website at: http://www.icchp.org/
21st World Congress of Rehabilitation International
Quebec Convention Centre
Contact: RI Quebec City 2008
Hospitalité Québec
580, Grande Allée Est, Bureau 140
Québec, Qc G1R 2K2
Canada
Tel: +1 (418) 522-8182
Email: RIquebec2008
ISAAC (UK) / Communication Matters National Symposium
Leceister, UK
September 21st – 23rd, 2008
The ISAAC (UK) / Communication Matters National Symposium is the UK's premier AAC annual event embracing a wide range of issues relating to augmentative and alternative communication. The two and a half day symposium provides a forum to meet and to exchange information with representatives from all disciplines associated with AAC, including people who use AAC and their family members. A wide range of topics will be addressed, from practical concerns and personal experiences to the latest research and developments in AAC, such as: Adult acquired conditions and use of AAC, Low Tech solutions for schools, Mainstream real teaching situations especially in secondary school, AAC and the curriculum, personal experiences of people who use AAC, parent and enabler issues, advocacy, assessment, implementation and intervention, technical developments, employment and training, care in the community.
For further information, visit www.communicationmatters.org.uk
“Assistive Technology: Creating Value Through Participation”
Australian Rehabilitation & Assistive Technology Association (ARATA) Biennial Conference
ARATA’s biennial conference provides a forum for exploring issues in and the value of assistive technology for people with disabilities and the ageing. The conference will focus on enhancing and recognising the value of participation, through technology, of people with disabilities and those who are ageing. In keeping with world trends, all aspects of human activity will be considered - home, education, work and leisure. Participants will be able to experience the creativity that is possible through the effective use of technology. The experience of older people and those with disabilities themselves will be a valuable part of this event.
Call for abstracts document now available. Closing date for abstracts: 29 February 2008
Enquiries regarding Sponsorship, Exhibition and Registration contact:A.M. Meetings Plus Pty Ltd
Phone: +61 (0)3 9372 7182
Fax: +61 (0)3 9372 7184
Email: arata08@ammp.com.au
www.arata.org.au
2008 Clinical AAC
Research Conference
University of Virginia
CALL FOR PAPERS
Proposals are being accepted now for the second annual conference. The deadline is May 1, 2008.
INFORMATION ABOUT CAAC
The 2008 Clinical AAC Research Conference (CAAC) on September 25 – 27, 2008 is the second annual forum created specifically for clinicians and researchers engaged in the study and clinical management of people who use augmentative and alternative communication. CAAC offers interaction opportunities with leading researchers providing unique insights into clinical research. All CAAC participants are required to present their original research and engage in comprehensive discussions with colleagues. To encourage a program conducive to the exchange of ideas, attendance will be limited to approximately 100 people. Those wishing to attend should submit a summary of an original paper or poster.
AAATE International Workshop 2008
Socio-economic assessment of assistive technology
in service delivery practice
Milano, Italy, 25-26 September, 2008
Fondazione Don Carlo Gnocchi Onlus
IASSID 2nd Asia Pacific Regional Congress
Creating Possibilities for an Inclusive Society
Singapore,
June 24th to 27th, 2009
IASSID is an international, interdisciplinary scientific association (not for profit) and an NGO member of the World Health Organization (WHO), founded in 1964. IASSID is committed to enhancing the quality of life, health and wellbeing of people with intellectual disability and their families through scientific research and the application of research in both policy and everyday practice. IASSID publishes the Journal of Intellectual Disability Research (JIDR) and the Journal of Policy and Practice in Intellectual Disability (JPPID). IASSID has conducted 11 World Congresses and a number of regional conferences in Europe, South America and Asia. IASSID hosted the First Asia Pacific Regional Congress at Taiwan in 2005.
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