"Challenging the Myths: Leaving behind the stereotypes"
Call for papers, posters and other contributions
Submissions are invited for contributions to the programme for the National Conference on Autism Spectrum Disorders “Challenging the Myths: Leaving behind the stereotypes” hosted by Autism New Zealand Inc.
The Conference is to be held at The Aotea Centre in Auckland, New Zealand on 7th and 8th and 9th September 2012.
We would be pleased to receive abstracts describing papers or posters, relating to autism spectrum disorders for the following streams:
• Education and Training – Inside and outside the autism community
• High and Complex Needs
• Living with Autism and ASD – Persons with lived experience, families living with Autism and ASD
• Research and Government
Papers will be accepted for presentations of 45 minutes (35 mins + questions) or 1 hour (50 mins + questions) duration (please state your preference).
Posters should be no bigger than A0 (841mm x 1189mm).
Abstract/Descriptions
Papers and poster presentations should be relevant to autistic spectrum disorders. Poster presenters and authors are asked to submit their abstracts or descriptions, limited to 250 words to: pat.gluck@autismnz.org.nz.
The proposals should include: The paper or presentation title, name and affiliation of author/s, topic keywords, theme, and mailing address, email address and phone number. Presenters and authors are also asked to include a short biography of 100 - 200 words.
Abstracts must be received by 28 February 2012 and emailed to the above address or mailed to: Conference 2012, Autism New Zealand, PO Box 12599 Thorndon, Wellington 6144
The Conference Committee will review all papers received and acceptance or non-acceptance will be notified by 31 March 2012 or as soon thereafter as possible.