Online Autism Conference
The third annual AWARES international online autism conference begins November 26th and is open to all to visit and participate. Here’s your chance to read the opinion and research findings from a long line of authorities, some very well known names, weighing in on all sides of the subject, including theories about causation, development, intervention, support strategies and the question of how autism is viewed and interpreted by society.
As with previous years, the conference papers are supplemented by lively public forums in which anyone can ask questions of the authors, share opinions and wrestle with the diverse thoughts of others.
In contrast to some events documenting the progress of autism research, this conference makes great efforts to fully include the viewpoints from autistic people themselves. It is also heartening to witness the openness with which some researchers allow their theories to be vigorously challenged by well-informed members of the public. Debates about autism can get mighty firey at times, especially around topics of causation and also the seemingly contradictory positives and negatives of being assigned a place on the spectrum (or finding one’s children situated there).
The host of the conference is Autism Cymru, an autism charity organisation based in Wales. Due to the large numbers of people attending past conferences, it has been necessary this year for the organisers to charge the small fee of 3 pounds. But well worth it in my opinion.
You can drop in now to the AWARES conference centre to view the abstracts and also register if you so decide.
Alyson Bradley wrote on December 11th, 2007 at 11:41 am:
Thanks for that, I think On line Conferences especially for us Aspies is a great idea - only one way to find out if they really listen to people who have lived with and around all their lives is to join, so I will see if I can make a difference…
Rosie Davies wrote on February 16th, 2008 at 1:09 am:
I am interested in finding out a bit more about it. We have a 24 year old who suffers from it.
Lesley wrote on February 18th, 2008 at 10:13 am:
Hey there Rosie
The conference I was referring to has finished, however I think it may be still possible to read the various conference papers by clicking on the link I supplied above.
If you are new to learning about the autism spectrum then have a look at some of the links we have listed on the left side of this page. Also, if the idea of a conference appeals to you, Autism New Zealand will be hosting one at the end of this year. They also have workshops and seminars throghout the year.
With a little sleuthing around you may be able to find some people in your area for you and your 24-year old to talk with.
Good luck in your search for information
Lesley