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SUMMARY:Photo exhibition opening event at the European Parliament for World Autism Awareness Day 2023
DESCRIPTION:As every year\, Autism-Europe is celebrating World Autism Awareness Day (WAAD) on 2 April\, and throughout the month of April. 2023 also marks a special occasion\, as AE celebrates its 40th anniversary. This year’s WAAD campaign will be an opportunity to reflect on the advances made so far for the autism community and the work that remains to improve the lives of autistic people. \nAutism-Europe and MEP Rosa Estarás (EPP\, Spain) are therefore organising the photo exhibition “Building an inclusive society for autistic people” to illustrate the perspectives of autistic people and their lived experiences\, as well as how society can be more inclusive.  \nThe exhibition is part of the wider campaign for WAAD 2023. In this context\, AE invites EU policy-makers to join the campaign for #AutismDay2023 and show their support for a more inclusive society for autistic people. \nThe exhibition will display twenty-five pictures by ten talented photographers from different European countries. It will last one week\, from 27 to 31 March 2023\, and it will be inaugurated by an opening event on 28 March. \nPlace: Area ASP Balcony 5 G\, European Parliament\, Brussels\nDate: Tuesday 28 March 2023  \nTime: 11 – 12 AM \nDownload the press release about the WAAD 2023 events here.
URL:https://www.autismeurope.org/event/photo-exhibition-at-the-european-parliament-for-world-autism-awareness-day-2023/
LOCATION:European Parliament\, Rue Wiertz 60\, Bruxelles\, Bruxelles-Capitale\, Région de;Brussels Hoofdstedelijk Gewest\, 1047\, Belgium
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ORGANIZER;CN="Autism-Europe":MAILTO:secretariat@autismeurope.org
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SUMMARY:Autism by Autistic Voices international conference
DESCRIPTION:The Associação Portuguesa Voz do Autista is organising with MEP José Gusmão the international conference Autism by Autistic Voices\, which will take place on 25th February (11-17h Lisbon time) at the Hotel Mundial in Lisbon (Portugal). The event will be streamed online via Gusmão’s Facebook page. \nThe event will have adaptations for autistic people\, developed by the Portuguese association Voz do Autista\, and attendees are encouraged to mention in the registration form any adaptation they need. The entrance is free\, but requires registration if you want to attend in person in Lisbon.\n\nIf you register but cannot attend after all\, please contact Leonor Figueiredo (Assistant of MEP Gusmão) at leonor.figueiredo@la.europarl.europa.eu .\n\nHere the Facebook event. \nRegistration here. \nSince autistic people are not always included in the development of social and equality policies at the European level\, Autism by Autistic Voices aims at showing how this can be done\, by giving space to autistic people currently contributing to policies at European and international level. Speakers at the conference will share their experiences of involvement in the implementation and development of social and equality policies\, projects and research\, with the aim of strengthening the possibilities for autistic people to live independently and in the community. In this way\, the event aims to demonstrate not only the need for inclusion of autistic people\, but also the added value they bring to the evolution of inclusion at global\, regional and domestic levels.\n\nThe conference is also featuring Ben Rowsome\, Autism-Europe’s representatives at the Youth Committee of the European Disability Forum (EDF) and Youth Ambassador at AsIam (Autism Spectrum Information Advice & Meeting Point). Mr Rowsome will contribute to the conference with a video message to share his experience of barriers faced by autistic people in our society.\n\n\nDownload the programme of the conference here.
URL:https://www.autismeurope.org/event/autism-by-autistic-voices-international-conference/
LOCATION:Hotel Mundial\, Lisbon\, Portugal
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221007
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221010
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SUMMARY:XIII AE´s International Congress
DESCRIPTION:The 13th International Autism-Europe Congress is the first full online Congress with high quality access to its sessions\, presentations\, workshops\, discussion panels and more. You can join in person as well\, in the historical city of Cracow. The Congress brings expertise from around the world to promote a positive vision for autistic people and their families. \n“Happy Journey through Life” is the theme of the Congress – to highlight the importance of taking a lifespan perspective on autism research and practice\, with the promotion of wellbeing for all being the focal point. \nThe Congress is unique in terms of its history\, scale and that it provides a platform for researchers\, practitioners\, students\, autistic people and family members to come together. \nThe scientific programme includes keynote presentations\, a diverse range of symposia topics\, interactive poster sessions\, workshops run by leading practitioners and moderated sessions to discuss challenging questions. \nDuring the Congress autistic people and caregivers will be central to proceedings\, providing a platform for their voice to be heard and to advocate for change. \nWe celebrate this diversity of perspectives to ensure a “Happy Journey through Life” for everyone. \nMore information
URL:https://www.autismeurope.org/event/xiii-aes-international-congress/
LOCATION:Cracow (Poland) and Online
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SUMMARY:“ALERRT: Autism on the line!” -  final international conference
DESCRIPTION:The partners of “ALERRT: Autism on the line!” are glad to invite you to the final international conference of this Erasmus+ project. You will have the chance to learn about this programme to train first responders to address the needs of autistic people in context of emergencies. \nThe event will be also be an opportunity to exchange with a range of stakeholders\, and to learn from other initiative in the field\, such as :  the Inclusive Emergency project \nThis online conference will take place on September 19th from 14.00 to 16.00 CET (Brussels time) on Zoom and you can also register here. \nYou can find the agenda here. \n\nThe project ALERRT: Autism on the line! Educating first responders on how to recognise and treat autistic individuals. Funded by the European Commission\, this project provides knowledge and skills to first responders across Europe on how to recognise\, interact\, and appropriately assist people on the autism spectrum in cases of emergency. \n 
URL:https://www.autismeurope.org/event/alerrt-autism-on-the-line-final-international-conference/
LOCATION:Online- Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20220713T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20220713T120000
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SUMMARY:Projet Autism Friendly Spaces : Conférence finale
DESCRIPTION:Les partenaires du projet Autism Friendly Spaces ont le plaisir de vous inviter à la conférence finale du projet Erasmus+. Vous découvrirez les façons de favoriser une société respectueuse de l’autisme (autism friendly) ainsi qu’un panel de bonnes pratiques sur l’accessibilité des espaces publics tels que les écoles\, les magasins\, les aéroports et les environnements de travail. \nCette conférence hybride sera animée par le député européen Alex Agius Saliba (S&D\, Malte) et se déroulera au Parlement européen. L’accès en ligne se fera via la plateforme Webex. \nDate : mercredi 13 juillet 2022\nHeure : 10.00 – 12.00 CEST \nConsultez le programme \nExtension du délai d’inscription : N’oubliez pas de vous inscrire avant le 7 juillet via ce formulaire d’inscription. \nLe projet Autism Friendly Spaces (AFS) vise à promouvoir une société plus accessible et la participation des jeunes autistes aux activités sociales. Le projet\, financé par le programme Erasmus+ de l’Union européenne\, a débuté en octobre 2019 et se poursuivra jusqu’en juillet 2022. \nwww.autismfriendlyspaces.eu
URL:https://www.autismeurope.org/event/projet-autism-friendly-spaces-conference-finale/
LOCATION:European Parliament\, Rue Weirz 60\, Brussels\, 1047\, Belgium
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20220713T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20220713T120000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220711T093847Z
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SUMMARY:Autism Friendly Spaces Project: Final conference
DESCRIPTION:The partners of Autism Friendly Spaces Project are happy to invite you to the final conference of this Erasmus+ project! You will have the chance to learn how to foster an autism friendly society and discover various good practices regarding accessibility of public spaces such as schools\, shops\, airports and work environments. \nThis hybrid conference will be hosted by Member of European Parliament Alex Agius Saliba\, S&D\, Malta and it will take place at the European Parliament\, allowing remote access via Webex.  \nDate: Wednesday\, 13 July 2022 \nTime: 10.00-12.00 CEST \nCheck the agenda here \nExtended deadline for registration: Please\, do not forget to register before July 7th end of the day through this registration form. \n\nThe Autism Friendly Spaces (AFS) project aims at promoting a more accessible society and participation in social activities of youngsters on the autism spectrum. The project started in October 2019 and will run until July 2022\, funded by the Erasmus+ Programme of the European Union. \nwww.autismfriendlyspaces.eu \nFrench translation: \nLes partenaires du projet Autism Friendly Spaces ont le plaisir de vous inviter à la conférence finale du projet Erasmus+. Vous découvrirez les façons de favoriser une société respectueuse de l’autisme (autism friendly) ainsi qu’un panel de bonnes pratiques sur l’accessibilité des espaces publics tels que les écoles\, les magasins\, les aéroports et les environnements de travail. \nCette conférence hybride sera animée par le député européen Alex Agius Saliba (S&D\, Malte) et se déroulera au Parlement européen. L’accès en ligne se fera via la plateforme Webex. \nDate : mercredi 13 juillet 2022\nHeure : 10.00 – 12.00 CEST \nConsultez le programme \nExtension du délai d’inscription : N’oubliez pas de vous inscrire avant le 7 juillet via ce formulaire d’inscription. \nLe projet Autism Friendly Spaces (AFS) vise à promouvoir une société plus accessible et la participation des jeunes autistes aux activités sociales. Le projet\, financé par le programme Erasmus+ de l’Union européenne\, a débuté en octobre 2019 et se poursuivra jusqu’en juillet 2022. \nwww.autismfriendlyspaces.eu
URL:https://www.autismeurope.org/event/autism-friendly-spaces-project-final-conference/
LOCATION:European Parliament\, Rue Wiertz 60\, Bruxelles\, Bruxelles-Capitale\, Région de;Brussels Hoofdstedelijk Gewest\, 1047\, Belgium
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20220706T093000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20220706T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T223254
CREATED:20220617T102709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220701T122542Z
UID:46878-1657099800-1657112400@www.autismeurope.org
SUMMARY:Young Mediators for Inclusion Final Conference
DESCRIPTION:The partners of “Young Mediators for Inclusion” are happy to invite you to the final conference of this Erasmus+ project! You will have the chance to learn how to support the inclusion of autistic young people activities in the community.  \n The event will also be an opportunity to exchange with a range of stakeholders: policy-makers\, representatives from civil society and academia. \nThis hybrid conference will take place on July\, 6 from 9.30AM – 1PM CEST at the European Economic and Social Committee in Brussels (Belgium) and you can also register to attend it online. \nYou can see the agenda here.  \nRegistration to attend the event in person is closed. You can still register to attend it online through this  registration form.  \n\nThe YMI project promotes the participation of autistic children and young people in mainstream activities in the community\, on equal terms with their peers\, thanks to the support of “young mediators” to foster social inclusion. Running since 2019\, this project is funded by the EU programme Erasmus+. \nwww.mediators4inclusion.eu
URL:https://www.autismeurope.org/event/young-mediators-for-inclusion-final-conference/
LOCATION:European Economic and Social Committee- JDE Building\, 99 rue Belliard – 6th floor – Foyer\, Brussels\, 1040\, Belgium
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20220622T083000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Brussels:20220622T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T223254
CREATED:20220608T142721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220711T092818Z
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SUMMARY:Conference Autism Friendly Spaces: The employability twist
DESCRIPTION:The organisation “PLOES” E.Psy.Me. invites you to the awareness and information conference on the employability of autistic adults as a part of the European Project “Autism Friendly Spaces: The employability twist\, creating and supporting a working environment.” \nThe conference will be on a hybrid format (in person and online) on Wednesday 22nd of June 2022 from 9:30 to 15:00 EET at SEV – Hellenic Federation of Enterprises. \nPlease note that\, if attending online\, the event takes place from 9.30 to 14:00 EET (8.30 to 13:00 CET)  \nSee the agenda here \nMore information: \nFor organisational purposes\, please confirm your participation by clicking on this link and register before June 17th so you can receive the link for the conference. \nFrench translation: \nL’organisation “PLOES” E.Psy.Me. vous invite à la con you to the Conférence de sensibilisation et d’information sur l’employabilité des adultes autistes dans le cadre du projet européen « Autism Friendly Spaces : The employability twist\, creating and supporting a working environment » (Autism Friendly Spaces : créer et soutenir un environnement de travail adéquat pour favoriser l’employabilité).  \nLa conférence se tiendra sous un format hybride (en présentiel et en ligne) le mercredi 22 juin 2022 de 9h30 à 15h00 EET au SEV – Fédération hellénique des entreprises.  \nVeuillez noter que\, si vous participez en ligne\, l’événement aura lieu de 9h30 à 14h00 EET (8h30 à 13h00 CET).   \nConsulter le programme  \nEn savoir plus :  \nPour des raisons d’organisation\, veuillez confirmer votre participation en cliquant sur ce lien avant le 17 juin. 
URL:https://www.autismeurope.org/event/conference-autism-friendly-spaces-the-employability-twist/
LOCATION:Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="PLOES' E.Psy.Me.":MAILTO:info@ploes.org.gr (Cc Ms Anthi Papanikolaou)
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220308
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220309
DTSTAMP:20260405T223254
CREATED:20211216T101926Z
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SUMMARY:International Women's Day
DESCRIPTION:The theme for International Women’s Day\, 8 March\, 2022 (IWD 2022) is\, “Gender equality today for a sustainable tomorrow”\, recognizing the contribution of women and girls around the world\, who are leading the charge on climate change adaptation\, mitigation\, and response\, to build a more sustainable future for all. \nMore info in UN Women website
URL:https://www.autismeurope.org/event/international-womens-day/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20220225T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20220225T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T223254
CREATED:20220215T093858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220215T094052Z
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SUMMARY:IPA 2: Inclusion of people with autism in Europe. Improving scholar transitions from primary to secondary school
DESCRIPTION:The objective of this multiplier event to be held online on 25th February from 14.00 to 16.00 CET is to present the results of the IPA2 project. \nThis Erasmus+ project aims at decreasing difficulties that students on the autism spectrum face\, specifically during the transition from primary to secondary school\, in order to tackle early school leaving and disadvantage. Funded by the European Commission\, the outputs of this project target both teachers\, and autistic students and their peers in order to implement prevention measures and reduce risks of social exclusion\, school failure\, and school dropout. \nWe are glad to count with the participation of guest speaker Dr Ruth Moyse (AT-Autism) that will share results of her research on understanding persistent absenteeism from the perspectives of autistic adolescent girls who stop attending school . \nYou can check the agenda here \nRegister for this event here
URL:https://www.autismeurope.org/event/ipa-2-inclusion-of-people-with-autism-in-europe-improving-scholar-transitions-from-primary-to-secondary-school/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211202
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211204
DTSTAMP:20260405T223254
CREATED:20210929T143830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210929T143904Z
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SUMMARY:European Day of Persons with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:Programme and information to be published
URL:https://www.autismeurope.org/event/european-day-of-persons-with-disabilities/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20211125T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20211125T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T223254
CREATED:20211004T120921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211004T120921Z
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SUMMARY:TUT4IND
DESCRIPTION:Transforming universities in an inclusive environment for people with intellectual disability \nProject TUT4IND “Training University Teachers for the Inclusion of students with Intellectual disabilities” is an Erasmus+ project (2019-1-ES01-KA203-065823) that aims to develop a curriculum\, for the acquisition of needed skills by university teachers and lecturers in order to attend the potential competences of their students with intellectual disability\, but also to enhance their inclusion into society. \nTarget audience:\nThe conference is aimed at higher education teachers and professionals\, teachers of students with intellectual disabilities\, professionals supporting students with intellectual disabilities in their academic career and transition to higher education\, policy makers\, and everyone else with an interest in this topic! \nTargets:\nThe main goal of the conference is to disseminate the outcomes and results of the TUT4IND project\, more precisely the white paper\, the developed training course for teachers and the virtual learning environment that has been created for teachers in higher education to learn more about the needs of students with intellectual disabilities in higher education. Another goal of the conference is again to raise awareness for the inclusion of students with intellectual disabilities in higher education. \nMore information and the programme here
URL:https://www.autismeurope.org/event/tut4ind/
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20211124T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20211126T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T223254
CREATED:20210114T173819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210114T174350Z
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SUMMARY:2021 European Forum for Disaster Risk Reduction
DESCRIPTION:EUROPEAN FORUM FOR DISASTER RISK REDUCTION \nThe European Forum for Disaster Risk Reduction (EFDRR) forms the regional platform structure of Europe. The triennial EFDRR has established itself as an important vehicle to address the regional disaster risk challenges. It serves as a forum for other stakeholders to take a shared responsibility and make actionable commitments to reduce disaster risk. The conference\, true to the multi-stakeholder spirit of the Sendai Framework\, enables governments and stakeholders to exchange experiences on successful practices and innovative approaches to prevent\, reduce and manage disaster risk. This results in forward looking action plans based on a mutual sharing status of DRR implementation. \nThe EFDRR has been instrumental in tackling new areas such as sustainable finance as well as creating innovative ways to address challenges\, including for example peer review processes and stress testing systems. The EFDRR secretariat\, chaired by UNDRR\, the European Commission and the Council of Europe facilitates stronger collaboration and coherence across the partners. \nThe outcomes of EFDRR forum are included in the United Nations Secretary General’s report to the General Assembly\, in the deliberations at the High Level Political Forum in New York and at the Global Platform on Disaster Risk Reduction. \nEXPECTED OUTCOMES \n\nGood practices and knowledge on disaster risk-informed policies\, programmes and investments are shared\, with a particular focus on lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic and the following recovery;\nPartnerships are forged for increased disaster resilience;\nProgress is assessed in the implementation of the Sendai Framework for DRR in the region.\nThe integration of disaster risk management in relevant sectors\, particularly the health sector\, is promoted for longer term resilience;\nContributions to the follow-up processes of United Nations conferences and summits are made.\nEstablish a common understanding of the common challenges and immediate threats in Europe\nAgree on a joint future vision of a disaster resilient European and Central Asian region in 2030\nAdoption of the 2021-2030 EFDRR RoadMap\n\nThe 2021 EFDRR will be structured along a threefold approach. It will\, 1.) take stock of lessons from COVID-19 crisis\, showcasing good practices in Europe\, and Europe’s role in the world; 2) review progress to date in implementing the Sendai Framework and articulate what changes are needed for a transformative agenda on disaster risk reduction; across the pillars of economic recovery\, good governance and for social equity; and 3) commit to ensuring that a disaster impact is never again so severe as the COVID-19 pandemic\, articulating new commitments to achieve deliver greater resilience in Europe. \nThe key outcome documents would include: \n\n2021-2030 EFDRR Roadmap – The EFDRR Roadmap forms the basis for coordinated implementation of Sendai Framework for DRR and related SDGs targets until 2030.\nStakeholder Declaration – Heads of the national delegations and practitioners responsible for disaster risk reduction within the region will agree on a Stakeholder Declaration that highlights main issues considered during the EFDRR and proposes way forward.\nHigh-level Communiqué – At the High-Level Roundtable\, participants endorse focus areas and actions for the EFDRR Road Map implementation.\n\nMore information here 
URL:https://www.autismeurope.org/event/2021-european-forum-for-disaster-risk-reduction/
LOCATION:Matosinhos\, Portugal\, Portugal
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211116
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211118
DTSTAMP:20260405T223254
CREATED:20210929T142843Z
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SUMMARY:AE's Council of Administration meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.autismeurope.org/event/aes-council-of-administration-meeting/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211112
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211114
DTSTAMP:20260405T223254
CREATED:20211004T120408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211004T120408Z
UID:46296-1636675200-1636847999@www.autismeurope.org
SUMMARY:EMentH – Early Childhood Mental Health International Conference
DESCRIPTION:EMentH – Early Childhood Mental Health International Conference \nEMentH 2021 International Conference is dedicated to Autism in Infants and Toddlers. It brings together world-renowned experts in the field of early childhood mental health. We will address early detection\, assessment and intervention of children with autism. \n HERE you can find a preliminary speakers list\, including dr. Sally Rogers (co-founder of the ESDM model)\, dr. Hanna Alonim (founder of Mifne Center)\, dr. Pamela Wolfberg (founder of IPG models) and others.
URL:https://www.autismeurope.org/event/ementh-early-childhood-mental-health-international-conference/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20211008
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211010
DTSTAMP:20260405T223254
CREATED:20211004T084139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211004T084553Z
UID:46288-1633651200-1633823999@www.autismeurope.org
SUMMARY:Autcamp event in Rome
DESCRIPTION:AUTCAMPT EVENT IN R0ME \nAbout AUTcamp\, the organizer is Neuropeculiar\, it is not my association but my association is supporting and funding this event\, I attach a flyer: it is organized from autistic community for autistic community\, following the model of Autreat\, Autscape\, Autminds\, etc. It is the fourth year now. This year in Sapienza University\, topics about community\, self-advocay\, inclusion. \nWe will count with the intervention of Heta Pukki from Finland\, President of EUCAP. The event will be available also online in Neuropeculiar’s Youtube channel.  \nMore information about AUTcamp here
URL:https://www.autismeurope.org/event/autcamp-event-in-rome/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20210930T143000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20210930T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T223254
CREATED:20210929T141501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210929T141639Z
UID:46266-1633012200-1633017600@www.autismeurope.org
SUMMARY:Lessons from COVID-19: How can we make our health systems more resilient?
DESCRIPTION:Register here \nThe COVID-19 public health crisis has highlighted that the EU and Member States need to do more regarding preparedness and response planning for epidemics and other serious cross-border health threats. \nThe pandemic has revealed the lack of medical countermeasure stockpiles at EU and Member State level and the vulnerability of EU supply chains for critical medical countermeasures. It has also highlighted the lack of a coordinated and systematic EU-level approach to support the development\, production\, procurement and purchase of necessary vaccines\, therapeutics\, diagnostics as well as personal protective equipment (PPE) and medical devices. \nIn her 2020 State of the Union address\, EC President von der Leyen called on Europe to draw lessons from the current crisis and build a European Health Union. In November 2020\, the Commission put forward a set of proposals to strengthen the EU’s health security framework and reinforce the crisis preparedness and response role of key EU agencies. \nThe pandemic has also accelerated the digital transformation of healthcare\, and boosted innovation in how patients can receive care. “A Europe fit for the digital age” is one of the six political priorities of the Commission 2019-2024\, and the EU is working on a digital transformation of health and care. \nWhat else can the EU and Member States do to make our health systems more resilient? Join this EURACTIV Virtual Conference to discuss the lessons from the COVID-19 pandemic and how our health systems can adapt and become more resilient. The likelihood of another global pandemic in the next 20 years is a reality. Whenever it may come\, there will be no excuse for a lack of forward planning. \nDATE AND TIME\nSeptember 30\, 2021\n2:30 PM – 3:45 PM (CET)
URL:https://www.autismeurope.org/event/lessons-from-covid-19-how-can-we-make-our-health-systems-more-resilient/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210619
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210622
DTSTAMP:20260405T223254
CREATED:20201210T101006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210114T113056Z
UID:44792-1624060800-1624319999@www.autismeurope.org
SUMMARY:Autism-Europe's General Assembly 2021 - Cracow
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.autismeurope.org/event/autism-europes-general-assembly-cracow/
LOCATION:Q Hotel Plus Kraków\, Wygrana 6\, 30-311\, Kraków\, Poland
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ORGANIZER;CN="JiM Foundation":MAILTO:darczyncy@jim.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20210519T173000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20210519T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T223254
CREATED:20210507T142205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210507T142245Z
UID:45938-1621445400-1621450800@www.autismeurope.org
SUMMARY:Global & European Trends of Deinstitutionalisation for Children Eurochild’s expert forum
DESCRIPTION:Eurochild and Martin James Foundation will run the ‘Global & European Trends of Deinstitutionalisation for Children’ session at DJHT\, the biggest child & youth welfare summit in Europe organised by Eurochild member AGJ. \nSince 1964 the Child and Youth Welfare Association (AGJ) organises a DJHT every three or four years. Attendance is free of charge. This three-day event is attended by around 30\,000 experts and other interested individuals from all over Germany and Europe to exchange opinions\, experiences and strengthen networks. \nThis expert forum aims to provide a space for leading experts and practitioners to discuss developments towards family-based care and reflect on researches\, experiences and practices in the EU and globally. Taking into account that deinstitutionalisation is one of the funding priorities of the EU funds 2021-27 for all Member States. Moreover\, the European Child Guarantee Recommendation will address the needs of children in adversity. \nTo learn more see the agenda \nThe European programme provides an overview of all events and exhibitors. \nSpeakers\n\nCharles H. Zeanah\, M.D.\, Professor of Psychiatry and Pediatrics\, New Orleans University\, USA;\nGalina Markova\, Know-how Centre for Alternative Care for Children\, New Bulgarian University\, Bulgaria;\nKatarina Ivanković-Knežević\, Director for Social Affairs & Inclusion\, DG EMPL\, the European Commission;\nBenjamin Strahl\, University of Hildesheim\, Institute for Social Pedagogy and Organizational Studies\, Germany;\nCarolin Ehlke University of Hildesheim\, Institute for Social Pedagogy and Organizational Studies\, Germany;\nKatharina Höffken\, a member of Careleaver e. V. and social worker\, Germany.\n\nModerators\n\nJana Hainsworth\, Secretary General\, Eurochild\, Belgium;\nJustin Rogers\, CEO\, Martin James Foundation\, the UK.
URL:https://www.autismeurope.org/event/global-european-trends-of-deinstitutionalisation-for-children-eurochilds-expert-forum/
LOCATION:Online- Zoom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Eurochild":MAILTO:nfo@eurochild.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20210504T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20210505T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T223254
CREATED:20210223T194706Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210223T194706Z
UID:45167-1620115200-1620234000@www.autismeurope.org
SUMMARY:Flagship Conference 2021 - Online
DESCRIPTION:The 2021 Flagship Conference will take place in collaboration with the Portuguese Government in the framework of the Portuguese Presidency of the Council of the European Union – ahead of the EU Social Summit taking place on 7 May in Porto (Portugal). The Flagship Conference will serve as an opportunity to develop key recommendations to Heads of State and Government and EU decision-makers present at the Social Summit. \nThe COVID-19 pandemic has had and will continue to have a devastating impact on all areas of peoples’ lives\, which will take years to overcome. Moreover\, people in the most vulnerable situations have suffered disproportionately as a result of COVID-19 and the measures taken to contain the pandemic. The pandemic has truly exposed the fragility of our socio-economic governance systems and how they must be more resilient to protect the most vulnerable in our societies. It has exacerbated the inequalities and disparities that people across Europe are experiencing in many areas of life\, such as education\, training and employment; social protection; access to services including health care\, long-term care and social services. \nThe Conference will focus on the different ways that the European Union should lead its recovery process and reinforce the social dimension that must be at the heart of any solution to build a socially just and inclusive society for all\, which is resilient to future crises. \nAim:\nThe Flagship Conference is the annual forum of civil society organisations advocating for social justice and participatory democracy\, together with representatives of EU institutions\, EU Member States and other stakeholders. It aims at: \n\nidentifying the challenges of the current EU’s socio-economic governance models\, advocating for better coordination between economic and social policies\, and for structured and meaningful civil dialogue;\ndeveloping alternative models and solutions\, which are more democratic\, people-centred and leave no-one behind;\nbuilding synergies and developing strategies between governmental and non-governmental actors to achieve a European Union based on social justice and participatory democracy.\n\nTarget audiences:\nThe Flagship Conference aims to reach out to European and national decision-makers\, Social Platform members and their national networks\, social partners\, academics and other interested stakeholders. \nTheme/focus:\nThe European Pillar of Social Rights (Social Pillar) was launched by the European Commission in 2017. It delivers new and improves existing social rights across the EU\, and serves as the EU’s compass to achieve better working and living conditions for all. In 2021\, the European Commission will launch its Action Plan on the implementation of the Social Pillar. Social Platform and its membership have been advocating for the comprehensive and ambitious implementation of the Social Pillar. Our 2021 Flagship Conference will focus on the role of the Action Plan in supporting Europe’s social recovery. \nMore information about the conference here
URL:https://www.autismeurope.org/event/flagship-conference-2021-online/
LOCATION:Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="Social Platform":MAILTO:helen.joseph@socialplatform.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20210503T080000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20210507T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T223254
CREATED:20210223T193116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210223T193116Z
UID:45160-1620028800-1620406800@www.autismeurope.org
SUMMARY:INSAR 2021 Virtual Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The INSAR Annual Meeting (formerly IMFAR) is an annual scientific meeting\, convened each spring\, to exchange and disseminate new scientific progress among autism scientists and their trainees from around the world. \nThe aims of the meeting are: \n\nPromote exchange and dissemination of the latest scientific findings and to stimulate research progress in understanding the nature\, causes\, and treatments for autism. Research on autism involves sophisticated behavioral and biological approaches. Autism affects people’s functioning in virtually every domain\, requiring interdisciplinary research collaboration to gain comprehensive knowledge of the disorder.\nFoster dialogue among autism scientists across disciplines and across methods.\nAdvance the training and development of new autism scientists by supporting the inclusion of postdoctoral and predoctoral trainees as well as junior faculty who are already working in autism research. The opportunity for trainees and junior faculty to interact with established autism scientists will foster the creativity and productivity of those at all levels.\nCultivate diversity among autism scientists by encouraging attendance and supporting access to the meeting for scientists and trainees from members of traditionally underrepresented groups\, including those from ethnic minority groups\, and those with disabilities.\n\nGiven the complex biological and behavioral nature of autism\, interdisciplinary training and ongoing mentoring of new scientists and promising graduate students is necessary to recruit talented young people in autism research. \nINSAR seeks to provide them with the motivation and mentoring needed to focus a career on autism and related developmental disorders. \nHaving an annual interdisciplinary meeting focused on scientific progress in understanding and treating autism provides an unparalleled opportunity for recognizing\, supporting\, and motivating talented graduate students and postdoctoral fellows into a career in autism research. \n2021 Meeting \nFull content that was planned for the hybrid event will be offered virtually. Keynote presenters have been confirmed and will be announced in upcoming weeks. The program will include Invited Panels again this year and abstract notifications for Panel\, Oral and Poster presentations will be sent out in March 2021. \nMore information and registration here (early bird registration ends April 15)
URL:https://www.autismeurope.org/event/insar-2021-virtual-annual-meeting/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20210421T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20210421T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T223254
CREATED:20210409T110239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210409T110240Z
UID:45798-1618999200-1619006400@www.autismeurope.org
SUMMARY:AE's Webinar: The importance of quality Vocational Education and Training for inclusion
DESCRIPTION:Following its campaign on access to employment and education “I can LEARN. I can WORK” to mark World Autism Awareness Day (2 April)\, Autism-Europe hosts the free on-demand webinar: “The importance of quality Vocational Education and Training for inclusion: the success story of the Erasmus+ project ChildIN”. The 2-hour webinar will take place on Tuesday\, April 21st at 10:00 (CET)\, and an on demand version will be available after. \nRegister now \nAutistic people and their families\, professionals\, associations\, policy-maker and other interested parties are invited to take part on this collaborative event about EU Vocational Education and Training (VET) policies and good practices for fostering inclusion of autistic people. The Erasmus+ project ChildIN\, of which Autism-Europe is partner\, will be presented in detail as a success story. \nMore information about the ChildIN project \nIn the first part of the event\, a selected panel of speakers representing the disability communities and child (rights/care) and family representatives\, as well as other relevant policymakers’ stakeholders in the field of VET\, from regional\, national\, and European level will take the floor: \n\nLucia Ďuriš Nicholsonová – Chair of European Parliament Committee on Employment and Social Affairs (EMPL).\nIlana Cicurel – Member of the European Parliament\nMarie-Béatrice Levaux – EFFE\nCamille Roux – COFACE Families Europe\nZuzsanna Konradova – Eurochild\n\nThe second part of the event will be exclusively devoted to present the outcomes and the policy recommendations of the Erasmus+ project ChildIN (Training childminders across Europe for inclusion)\, with partner organisations from France\, Portugal\, and Poland. \n\nRadka Maxová – Member of the European Parliament\nAlain Lassus – President of Conseil départemental de la Nièvre\, France\nRui Pena – Cooperativa Comenius\, Portugal\nAurélie Baranger – Autism-Europe\nNadège Turco –  IPERIA l’Institut\nBeata Traczewska-Skóra – Techpal\, Poland\nGloria Ortiz –  IPERIA L’Institut\n\nDownload the programme
URL:https://www.autismeurope.org/event/aes-webinar-the-importance-of-quality-vocational-education-and-training-for-inclusion/
LOCATION:Online- Zoom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Autism-Europe":MAILTO:secretariat@autismeurope.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210419
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210421
DTSTAMP:20260405T223254
CREATED:20210415T124346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210415T160305Z
UID:45838-1618790400-1618963199@www.autismeurope.org
SUMMARY:High-level videoconference on the European Strategy for the Rights of Persons with Disabilities 2021-2030
DESCRIPTION:The Portuguese Presidency of the Council of the European Union will organize a high-level videoconference on the European Strategy for the Rights of Persons with Disabilities 2021-2030 on the 19th and 20th of April. \nOne of the main priorities of the Portuguese Presidency is to strengthen the social component of the European Union\, aiming at a Union of Equality. For this purpose\, it is essential to implement the European Pillar of Social Rights Action Plan\, which includes the Strategy on the Rights of People with Disabilities and which is based on the values of equality\, social justice\, freedom\, democracy\, human rights and combating all forms of discrimination. \nIt is in order to reflect on these challenges and on the way forward\, that we invite political leaders\, European institutions\, entities representing people with disabilities\, social partners\, civil society\, people with disabilities and other relevant actors. Based on the new strategy\, the debate will pay special attention to key areas that affect the daily lives of people with disabilities\, such as accessibility\, independent living\, deinstitutionalization\, community-based and person-centred social services\, employment and inclusive education. \nThe Strategy for the Rights of People with Disabilities 2021-2030\, launched by the European Commission on March 3\, 2021 and which is at the centre of the proposed reflection can be accessed here. \nThe provisional programme can be accessed here (this link allows access to the most updated versions of the program until the day of the event). Registration can be done here until April 16th of 2021\, with a limited number of accesses to the zoom platform. \nThe conference will have translation into Portuguese\, English\, French\, German\, Italian and Spanish\, interpretation in Portuguese Sign Language and English subtitles.
URL:https://www.autismeurope.org/event/high-level-videoconference-on-the-european-strategy-for-the-rights-of-persons-with-disabilities-2021-2030/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20210408T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20210408T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T223254
CREATED:20210326T162456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210326T163516Z
UID:45589-1617876000-1617879600@www.autismeurope.org
SUMMARY:UN WAAD - Inclusion in the Workplace: Challenges and Opportunities in a Post-Pandemic World - Online
DESCRIPTION:The COVID-19 pandemic has exposed and heightened glaring inequalities around the world\, especially when it comes to income and wealth distribution\, access to health care\, protection under the law\, and political inclusion. Persons with autism have long faced many of these inequalities\, which have only been further exacerbated by the pandemic. It’s a problem made worse by long  recognized discriminatory hiring practices and workplace environments that present major obstacles for persons with autism; all of which contribute to the unemployment or severe underemployment of a large majority of adults on the autism spectrum. \nThe 17 Sustainable Development Goals adopted by world leaders at the United Nations in 2015 provide a blueprint for addressing the major challenges facing the world\, including strategies for reducing inequalities that hinder prosperity for people and the planet. One of the aims of Sustainable Development Goal 8 (SDG 8) – Decent Work and Economic Growth – is to promote full and productive employment and decent work for all\, including persons with disabilities. Article 27 of the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities also recognizes “the right of persons with disabilities to work\, on an equal basis with others\,” and to a “work environment that is open\, inclusive and accessible to persons with disabilities.”  \nSome employers have recently launched inclusive employment programmes\, which  accommodate people with diagnoses of autism and related conditions\, such as ADHD\, OCD\, etc.\, often referred to as neurodivergent persons. Based on the experience gained from these programmes\, and motivated by the desire to both be socially responsible and to gain a competitive advantage by benefitting from the skills and abilities of a more diverse talent pool\, an increasing number of employers are now creating  models to make the workplace and hiring practices more inclusive generally.  \nThe pandemic has undoubtedly impacted the efforts of companies to implement these new models\, at a time when the international economy is undergoing the worst economic recession since the great depression\, with the loss of hundreds of millions of jobs. At the same time\, new ways of working\, including remote working and the use of new technologies\, have created opportunities for employees on the autism spectrum that previously found it difficult to thrive in traditional workplace environments. \nThe 2021 World Autism Awareness Day observance will address these issues through a virtual event that will include moderated panel discussions with individuals on the autism spectrum who have themselves experienced the challenges and seen these new opportunities in the employment market. \nThe event is organized by the UN Department of Global Communications and UN Department of Economic and Social Affairs\, in collaboration with the Specialisterne Foundation.  \nAs presented at the 2015 UN observance of World Autism Awareness Day\, the mission of the Specialisterne Foundation is to leverage knowledge gained from the employment of autistic persons to support the creation of meaningful and fulfilling employment for one million persons\, in a world where there are equal opportunities for all in the labour market. \nEvent Programme Overview\n10:00 a.m. Welcome and Opening Remarks \n10:13 a.m. PANEL 1: Disparities and Discrimination Exposed by the Pandemic  \n10:33 a.m. PANEL 2: Ensuring Inclusion as we Build Back Better  \n10:53 a.m. Closing Remarks \n  \nClick here for more information about the event \nClick here to register
URL:https://www.autismeurope.org/event/un-waad-inclusion-in-the-workplace-challenges-and-opportunities-in-a-post-pandemic-world-online/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210402
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210403
DTSTAMP:20260405T223254
CREATED:20191212T141516Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210315T092250Z
UID:32592-1617321600-1617321600@www.autismeurope.org
SUMMARY:World Autism Awareness Day
DESCRIPTION:On December 18\, 2007\, the United Nations General Assembly adopted resolution 62/139\, which declares that every April 2 will mark World Autism Awareness Day (WAAD). Each year\, Autism-Europe works together with its member organisations to conduct campaigns that raise awareness of autism and the rights of people with autism across Europe. \n  \nMore information
URL:https://www.autismeurope.org/event/world-autism-awareness-day-2/
LOCATION:Worldwide
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20210330T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20210330T133000
DTSTAMP:20260405T223254
CREATED:20210310T150827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210326T135355Z
UID:45289-1617105600-1617111000@www.autismeurope.org
SUMMARY:Autism-Europe's on-demand webinar "I can LEARN. I can WORK"- Online
DESCRIPTION:Prior to World Autism Awareness Day\, Autism-Europe (AE) will be hosting the webinar “I can LEARN. I can WORK”\, as a part of its long-running awareness campaign 2020-2021. The webinar will take place on Tuesday\, March 30th at 12:00 (CET) and an on-demand version will be available after April 30th.  \nAutistic people and their families\, autism organisations\, professionals\, employers\, EU policy-makers and the general population are called to take part of this collaborative event. \nThe first few months of 2021 have seen the release of the European Disability Strategy for 2021-2030 and the action plan for the implementation of the European Pillar of Social Rights. These landmarks to support the rights of people with disability in the European Union will set the pace for our campaign actions\, as access to education and employment for autistic people have a strong presence within these instruments. \nThis webinar will voice AE’s demands and key messages based on common needs across Europe\, and will also highlight the importance of: \n\nHaving a holistic approach to autism as access to education and employment are linked;\nSupporting the implementation of the European Disability Strategy 2021-2030 that supports access to employment and quality education;\nSupporting the implementation of the European Pillar of Social Rights and the Work Life Balance directive (an important instrument for carers’ leave) at national level;\nAdvocating for a EU guidelines on reasonable accommodation\, so that all types of accessibility needs are taken into consideration.\nAdvocating for adequate use of EU funds to support inclusion\nAdvocating for an adequate response to the COVID-19 emergency that leaves no one behind; etc.\n\nAE is calling autistic people and their families to participate by submitting a short video testimonial to be featured during the webinar. Videos can be submitted until Sunday 28th March 2021 (23:59 CET). More information here. \nDownload the agenda \nThe  webinar will be in English only. \nRegister here \n*There is a limited number of 500 attendees and interested parties should register as soon as possible.
URL:https://www.autismeurope.org/event/autism-europes-on-demand-webinar-i-can-learn-i-can-work-online/
LOCATION:Online- Zoom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Autism-Europe":MAILTO:secretariat@autismeurope.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20210325T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20210325T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T223254
CREATED:20210324T184819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210324T184819Z
UID:45541-1616688000-1616691600@www.autismeurope.org
SUMMARY:Why and how should we prioritize marginalized communities in the rollout of COVID-19 vaccines in Europe? - Online
DESCRIPTION:Public health means protection of the population as a whole and health for all. It is not only a question of fairness\, but also failure to vaccinate certain social groups\, who are often more susceptible because of pre-existing health conditions or their living environment\, has repercussions for the rest of the community.  \n\n\n\n\nJoin EPHA’s online discussion to explore how national governments and the European Commission can ensure that EU guidelines and national COVID-19 vaccination plans turn equitable access to vaccination into a tangible reality for all in Europe. \nClick here to learn more \nClick here to register 
URL:https://www.autismeurope.org/event/why-and-how-should-we-prioritize-marginalized-communities-in-the-rollout-of-covid-19-vaccines-in-europe-online/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20210325T153000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20210325T173000
DTSTAMP:20260405T223254
CREATED:20210324T184039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210324T184309Z
UID:45535-1616686200-1616693400@www.autismeurope.org
SUMMARY:The Impact of COVID-19 on Residential Care Homes - Why Parliaments investigate and why the EP should\, too - Online
DESCRIPTION:The impact of COVID-19 on users of and workers in residential care homes has been hard and tragic. As of 26 January\, globally 41% of COVID-19 related fatalities occurred in care homes. In countries like in France\, Belgium\, Sweden or Spain\, one out of twenty care home residents died as a result of COVID-19. \nThis does not come as a surprise: the care sector was already facing major problems in relation to breaches of human rights\, understaffing and a lack of safety protocols before COVID-19. These were known and voiced by trade unions and NGOs long before the current crisis. \nThis event will show how Parliaments in Europe have used their investigative powers to shine a light on the political failures that caused such tragedy. These investigations are at the core of the institutions’ role\, to hold government accountable. We want to highlight that also the European Parliament should step up and use its powers in a similar manner. Only a thorough reckoning with past and present allows us to strengthen our resilience in the future. \nEPSU will be streaming the event live on the EPSU FACEBOOK page which you can see  here \nClick here for more information
URL:https://www.autismeurope.org/event/the-impact-of-covid-19-on-residential-care-homes-why-parliaments-investigate-and-why-the-ep-should-too-online/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/Paris:20210325T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/Paris:20210325T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T223254
CREATED:20210324T180124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210324T180124Z
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SUMMARY:Advocating against the draft additional protocol to the Oviedo Convention - Online
DESCRIPTION:Topic: Advocating against the draft additional protocol to the Oviedo Convention: ending coercion in mental healthcare. Online launch of advocacy toolkit \nSince 2014\, the Council of Europe (regional organisation composed of 47 European countries) and its Committee of Bioethics are working on a piece of legislation to regulate involuntary treatment and placement in psychiatry – the so-called “draft additional protocol to the Oviedo Convention”. This initiative has been highly criticised by users and survivors of psychiatry\, organisations of persons with disabilities\, other civil society organisations\, bodies within the Council of Europe and experts from the United Nations\, including the UN Committee on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities. \nDespite the opposition\, member states of the Council of Europe have continued to support the work on this draft protocol\, ignoring their obligations under international law. A final draft has been approved and will be put for a vote in June 2021 within the Committee of Bioethics\, for final adoption at the end of 2021 or early 2022. \nThe European Disability Forum and Mental Health Europe\, together with numerous stakeholders are strengthening efforts to oppose the draft and request the withdrawal of the protocol. At this occasion\, they are launching an advocacy toolkit against the draft additional protocol to the Oviedo Convention. \nSpeakers include representatives from the European Disability Forum\, Mental Health Europe\, the European Network of (Ex)-Users and Survivors of Psychiatry\, Human Rights Watch\, the UN Special Rapporteur on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities\, and more! \nObjectives: \n• Present the latest draft additional protocol and understand why it violates human rights\n• Understanding the process of adoption of the draft protocol\n• Present the advocacy toolkit and how to use it \nThe webinar will provide International Sign interpretation and real-time captioning (English). The webinar will be recorded and shared later for those who cannot join. \nRegister for the webinar here 
URL:https://www.autismeurope.org/event/advocating-against-the-draft-additional-protocol-to-the-oviedo-convention-online/
LOCATION:Online
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SUMMARY:Is Telehealth Accessible for People with Disability? - Online Seminar
DESCRIPTION:The current COVID-19 pandemic has revealed that many people with disability experience difficulties accessing and using telehealth services. \nTo address this\, World Health Organisation (WHO) and the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) have initiated the development of a global standard for accessibility of telehealth services. \nJoin WHO and the International Disability and Development Consortium (IDDC) to discuss challenges and outline concrete solutions that healthcare providers and manufacturers of telehealth platforms need to implement to make telehealth accessible. \nObjectives of the seminar\nIn the light of the above\, a seminar will be held with the following objectives: \n\nDiscuss the use and potential of telehealth for people with disability\nIdentify difficulties that people with disability face when accessing telehealth services\nOutline concrete solutions that healthcare providers and manufacturers of telehealth platforms need to ensure when delivering telehealth services\n\n  \nRead the Agenda here \nRegister here \nFor more information: disability@who.int
URL:https://www.autismeurope.org/event/is-telehealth-accessible-for-people-with-disability-online-seminar/
LOCATION:Online
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