International Alliance of Academies of Childhood Disability
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Learn more about New ideas for the 21st century concerning the lives of children and youth living with developmental conditions.
Learn more about the different diagnoses and developmental conditions that we specialize in.
Review our collection of reports, measures, tools, and other materials that have been generated by our research.
A key goal of the IAACD is to develop and offer training opportunities accessible to anyone involved in the care of disabled children. Learn more.
About International Alliance of Academies of Childhood Disability (IAACD)
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Our aim is to improve the life chances and participation of disabled children and young people in their communities
Mission and Values
Develop and maintain a core curriculum for health professional training in child disability.
The Constitution of IAACD
Help promote a common global standard of knowledge, training and multi- disciplinary practice.
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Members of the IAACD are professional academies that share the vision and meet the criteria for membership in the IAACD.
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Have a burning question for one of our #BetterTogether2022 Keynotes about their career, hobbies or pets that you wouldn't be able to ask during their Keynote presentation? Join them at the 'Ask me Anything' sessions and finally get your chance! https://bettertogether2022.org/social-sideshows.php
Take a sneak peek at our incredible #BetterTogether2022 conference platform. We can't wait to see you all in our very own little virtual world! Register today and join the platform from wherever you are in the world: https://bettertogether2022.org/registration.php @IAACDtweets @EACDtweet @aacpdm
Keynote Speaker Prof Petra Huppi will be joining us at #BetterTogether2022 to share her research on new treatments for cerebral palsy and developmental disorders. https://vimeo.com/543003928 Find out more about Prof Huppi and our other amazing Keynote Speakers https://bettertogether2022.org/keynote-speakers.php
We're delighted that #Emotion21, run by the Inclusion Foundation, will be lighting up the #BetterTogether2022 stage. Their Feel Good Session will be followed by an interview with choreographer Jamie Haliday. Join us today to have a boogie with Emotion 21
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Keynote Speaker Prof Petra Huppi will be joining us at #BetterTogether2022 to share her research on new treatments for cerebral palsy and developmental disorders. https://vimeo.com/543003928 Find out more about Prof Huppi and our other amazing Keynote Speakers https://bettertogether2022.org/keynote-speakers.php
Take a sneak peek at our incredible #BetterTogether2022 conference platform. We can't wait to see you all in our very own little virtual world! Register today and join the platform from wherever you are in the world: https://bettertogether2022.org/registration.php
#BetterTogether2022 Scholarship applications are closing this coming Monday 10 January 2022.
If you have already applied for an in-person scholarship, it will automatically be converted to a virtual. Visit the website and apply before it's too late!
https://bettertogether2022.org/scholarships.php
Orthopaedic Surgeon, Dr. Sean Tabaie, created a hip surveillance manual to help #primarycare providers, who care for patients with #cerebralpalsy, identify hip dislocation early.
Hip surveillance helps identify dislocations in children with Cerebral Palsy
Children with cerebral palsy (CP) have an increased risk for hip displacement. Hip displacement in children with CP ...
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Nominations for the MacKeith Press International Awards! Please check it out!
You may be eligible for a #BetterTogether2022 Scholarship! Virtual Scholarships are available for individuals from low resource communities or workplaces, and can support you in attending the Conference. View the criteria and full details at: https://bettertogether2022.org/scholarships.php
Join Brihony Dawson for Names, Games and Rock & Roll, just one of the exciting Social Sideshows happening at the IAACD/AusACPDM #BetterTogether2022 Conference.
See what other fun awaits you at the Conference and register today! https://bettertogether2022.org/social-sideshows.php https://vimeo.com/648378904
Voici le replay de la table ronde "Le livre blanc de la paralysie cérébrale, et après?". 💚http://urlr.me/g5bLq N'hésitez pas à le diffuser autour de vous. Une série de posts suivra pour répondre à quelques questions posées en live.Bon visionnage! #livreblancparalysiecerebrale
@EACDtweet blog collection is growing thanks to @a_hidalgorobles What does Early Intervention look like in the 21st century? It's a great read - and very informative with live links to archived lectures and presentations http://edu.eacd.org
One week left to submit your abstracts for Oral Communications and/or Poster Presentations at #EACD2022!
⏳Extended Abstract submission deadline: November 30th, 23:59h CET
Please visit: https://bit.ly/3oNjsBw to learn more about the guidelines for Abstract Submission
EACD kindly invites you to our upcoming Webinar Event:
'The Power of New Technologies in Childhood Rehabilitation'
7 Dec 2021, 19:30-21:30h CET (Brussels time)
Find out more and register here: https://bit.ly/3nr0lh1
The International Alliance of Academies of Childhood Disabilities (IAACD) is joining with @mackeithpress to recognize outstanding contributions to advancing the health & wellbeing of individuals with child-onset disabilities through 2 awards. See https://iaacd.net/upcoming-events/ for info
Hear from Keynote Speaker Prof Susan Michie, who will be speaking at #BetterTogether2022 about Behaviour and Principles on Enabling Behaviour Change. Register today to see her wonderful presentation at the Conference! https://vimeo.com/537515376 https://bettertogether2022.org/registration.php @IAACDtweets
Early bird registrations for #bettertogether2022 close at midnight tonight! Register today and save! Find out more: https://bettertogether2022.org/registration.php #AusACPDM @IAACDtweets @EACDtweet @aacpdm
Early bird registration for #bettertogether2022 close in 48 hours, register today and save $100! Opportunities are available for a range of registration types , find out more at https://bettertogether2022.org/registration.php #AusACPDM #IAACD
Get ready for a free orthopaedic webinar 8 November at 2 pm CET. Register here: https://www.termedia.pl/Konferencja-TENDON-ACHILLES-LENGTTHENING-TAL-IN-Intro,1584,16003.html#registerWebinar
@kidbonz @orthodawg91 @EACDtweet @POSNA_org
Is Osteoporosis important in CP? Learn more by clicking this link: https://www.aacpdm.org/publications/care-pathways/osteoporosis-in-cerebral-palsy
#AACPDM #CarePathways, #SystematicReview, #CerebralPalsy
The new edition of the GMFM Manual includes information on the use of GMFM in populations other than #CerebralPalsy and #DownSyndrome, updated Gross Motor Ability Estimator (GMAE-3) algorithm, and GMFM App+ scoring software. Check it out: https://www.mackeith.co.uk/blog/book/gross-motor-function-measure-gmfm-66-gmfm-88-users-manual-3rd-edition/
Check out our EACD October 2021 Newsletter:
👉Message from the EACD Chair
👉EACD Barcelona 2022
👉National Academy updates from Ireland, Ukraine and Poland
👉Upcoming transatlantic surgery webinar event endorsed by EACD
👉Mac Keith Press update
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Users and families from across Europe setting up a Forum with @EACDtweet. A great evening working out the future #collaboration for #childrenwithdisabilities. @ArnabKSeal @ERodbyBousquet
Don’t forget!! Submit your abstracts for Oral communications & Poster presentations AT #EACD2022 by 15 November. Click here for full details: https://www.eacd2022.org/index.php/abstracts
The Youth Engagement in Research project aims to enhance partnerships between researchers and youth with neurodevelopmental disabilities. The team will share their findings at the CP-NET Science and Family Day!
Join us on Oct 23 to learn more: https://cpnetfamily2021.eventbrite.ca/?aff=Twitter
Want to know more about
Living Conditions and Social Outcomes in Adults With #CerebralPalsy?
@KatinaPetterss1 @adultcphub @FondationPC @EACDtweet @aacpdm
Living Conditions and Social Outcomes in Adults With Cerebral Palsy
Objectives: To analyse the living conditions and social outcomes (housing, engagement in employment or higher education,...
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Yesterday, we published @suzijsapiets' report from her @EmergingMindsUK placement with us highlighting priorities, barriers and opportunities for neurodevelopmental research.
Read it at http://bit.ly/3p2Ss2Q, or read on for a summary...
#ResearchComplexity 🧵 (1/15)
The researchers proposed the “F.A.I.R.” approach and tool comprising terminology that can help facilitate conversations and reframe expectations toward focusing on the plurality of optimal therapy processes. https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/09638288.2021.1984591
Looking forward to the CP-NET Family and Science Day today, with a fantastic programme, incl. our session on youth wellness. We have 4 young adults with #cerebralpalsy on the panel who will discuss themes such as #health, #participation and #identity. https://twitter.com/canchild_ca/status/1450577244850573316
This youth-focused session at the CP-NET Science & Family Day will present data from the MyVoice/MyStory project and create an open and safe space for dialogue between youth and young adults with cerebral palsy. Register now: https://cpnetfamily2021.eventbrite.ca/?aff=Twitter
Early bird registrations for #bettertogether2022 close in 2 weeks! Don't miss your chance to register now to save $$$ and have your place locked in to witness all the amazing content. A range of registration types are available, find out more at; https://bettertogether2022.org/registration.php
5 days left to submit your abstracts for mini-symposia and/or instructional courses at #EACD2022!
⏳Submission deadline: October 18th, 23:59h CET.
Click here for the full details: https://eacd2022.com/index.php/abstracts
A reminder that #BetterTogether2022 are now calling for Late Breaking free paper submissions for a wide range of conditions and themes. Visit https://bettertogether2022.org/late-breaking-abstracts.php to find out more on how to submit for the Conference #AusACPDM #IAACD
Today marks #WorldCerebralPalsyDay. We at #BetterTogether2022 want to help celebrate & support those living with CP. As cerebral palsy affects more than 17 million people worldwide, there are #MillionsOfReasons to make your voice heard today to show your support too! @WorldCPDay
Don't miss out! Join one of the #WorldCerebralPalsyDay 24hr Listening and Sharing sessions on the topic "Diagnosis vs Functional thinking" Oct 6. Click here to find a session in your timezone and register today https://iaacd.net/upcoming-events/ #MillionsofReasons @WorldCPDay
World CP day is coming!
#BetterTogether2022 is now calling for any Late and Breaking abstracts over a wide range of conditions and themes. Visit http://bettertogether2022.org to find out more and submit your abstract! @AusACPDM @EACDtweet @aacpdm
World CP day is coming!
Hear from Hans Forssberg, IAACD President, about his presentation at #BetterTogether2022. Don't miss connecting with Hans at the Conference, find out more at https://bettertogether2022.org https://vimeo.com/577441393 @AusACPDM @EACDtweet @aacpdm
Take advantage of this great opportunity! Visit: http://www.aacpdm.org/meetings/2021
Call for abstracts open to @EACD2022 in Barcelona https://edu.eacd.org/eacd-barcelona-2022-call-abstracts
@EACDtweet @aacpdm @IAACDtweets @AusACPDM
#BetterTogether2022 Scholarship applications are closing Sun 5 Sept 2021. If you've already applied for an in-person scholarship, it will automatically be converted to a virtual. Applicants will be notified of outcomes by 31 Oct. Visit the website & apply before it's too late!
Conference Announcement: Due to the increasing uncertainty about travel within Australia & Internationally, the Better Together 2022 Committee has made the decision to move to a fully virtual Conference in March 2022. Read the full statement https://bettertogether2022.org
Preview the Program! With so many wonderful pre-conference sessions, instructional courses and keynote speakers lined up we know the #BetterTogether2022 Program is one not to be missed. @IAACDtweets @AusACPDM @EACDtweet @aacpdm https://bettertogether2022.org/program-overview.php
The scholarship application deadline for #BetterTogether2022 has been extended until 5 September 2021! Visit the website to see if you are eligible for a virtual or in-person Scholarship, and apply before it's too late! https://bettertogether2022.org/scholarships.php @AusACPDM @EACDtweet @aacpdm
Prof Suzanne Miller will be joining us at #BetterTogether2022 to deliver her Keynote Presentation on her work to characterise the brain injury that occurs with #FetalGrowthRestriction, as well as our Pre-Conference Symposiums @IAACDtweets
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Meet our latest Keynote Speakers; Prof Sue Kildea & A/Prof Yvette Roe. Join them at #BetterTogether2022 for their presentation on birthing on country services & the differences it has made to First Nations mothers & babies https://vimeo.com/571419124 @IAACDtweets
@AusACPDM #NAIDOC
The EACD Early Career Researchers' Forum will be launched this Thursday 3 June (12:00-13:00 CEST) during #EACD2021!
The organisers of the Forum prepared a short survey to capture your thoughts and ideas about this initiative
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Don't miss out, get your submission in now! Scholarship applications are due Sunday 6 June 2021. Visit the website to see if you are eligible for a virtual or in-person #BetterTogether2022 Scholarship and apply today! https://bettertogether2022.org/scholarships.php @IAACDtweets @EACDtweet @aacpdm
Don’t miss it! @IAACDtweets #BetterTogether https://twitter.com/AusACPDM/status/1399101713156481024
Don't miss out, get your submission in now! Scholarship applications are due Sunday 6 June 2021. Visit the website to see if you are eligible for a virtual or in-person #BetterTogether2022 Scholarship and apply today! https://bettertogether2022.org/scholarships.php @IAACDtweets @EACDtweet @aacpdm
Powerful messages about #childhood onset #disabilities, social inclusion, stigma, access to #healthcare #education and assistive devices globally. It takes motivation, education and community engagement to create change. Let's work together! @EACD_2021 @EACDtweet @IAACDtweets
