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SUMMARY:Neurodiversity-Affirming Apraxia Conference 2026
DESCRIPTION:Neurodiversity-Affirming Apraxia Conference 2026 May 7\, 14 & 21\, 2026 • 7:00–8:00 PM EST (Virtual): \nJoin us for the Neurodiversity-Affirming Apraxia Conference 2026\, a three-part virtual series focused on honoring neurodiversity\, advancing understanding of Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS)\, and centering lived experience. \nThis year’s lineup features leading experts and lived-experience voices\, including: \n\nDr. Jennifer Moore\nSydney Baumann\nLaura Smith\nJordan LeVan\nMikayla Treynor\, CCC-SLP\nDr. Destiny Huff\, LPC\n\n…and more to be announced. \nWhat we’ll cover: \n\nChildhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS): current research\, practical implications\, and evidence-informed approaches.\nCo-occurring conditions: why research increasingly shows co-occurrence is the rule rather than the exception\, and what that means for assessment and supports.\nFull-child approach: how to implement a neurodiversity-affirming\, whole-child plan across home\, school\, and therapy.\nLived experience: personal stories from people who grew up with CAS and what helped them thrive.\nExpert strategies: actionable guidance from clinicians and advocates for affirming communication and interdisciplinary collaboration.\n\nWho should attend: \nFamilies\, self-advocates\, speech-language pathologists\, educators\, therapists\, and anyone invested in neurodiversity-affirming care for children with CAS. \nConference Schedule:\nMay 7th\n7:00 – 7:15 PM ESTWelcome \n7:15 – 8:00 PM ESTKeynote: Neurodiversity-affirming care in motor speech therapy \n8:00 – 9:00 PM ESTAAC For Apraxia \n\nMay 14th\n7:00 – 8:00 PM ESTJordan’s Lived Experience With Apraxia \n8:00 – 9:00 PM ESTLearning How To Read With Apraxia \n\nMay 21st\n7:00 – 8:00 PM ESTIEP Advocacy For Apraxia \n8:00 – 9:00 PM ESTNeurodiversity-affirming practices in speech therapy
URL:https://apraxiafoundation.org/event/apraxiafoundationconference
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SUMMARY:The Lived Experience Apraxia Training - Parker\, CO
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an inspiring and empowering two-day event focused on childhood apraxia of speech (CAS)\, collaboration\, advocacy\, and the lived experience perspective. The Lived Experience Apraxia Training brings together families\, speech-language pathologists\, students\, educators\, advocates\, and community members for meaningful learning and connection in an inclusive environment. \nHosted at the beautiful Bjorem & Bolles Training Center\, this in-person event offers practical strategies\, lived experience insights\, and opportunities to build stronger partnerships in supporting individuals with CAS. \nEvent Schedule:\nFriday\, October 23\, 2026\n3:00 PM – 5:30 PMLaura Smith: Partnering with Parents in Treating CASLearn how collaborative\, family-centered support can strengthen outcomes for children with childhood apraxia of speech. \nSaturday\, October 24\, 2026\n10:00 AM – 4:00 PMJordan LeVan: Lived Experience Apraxia TrainingA powerful training centered on lived experience\, neurodiversity-affirming practices\, communication access\, advocacy\, inclusion\, and understanding CAS beyond the textbook perspective. \nWho Should Attend?\nThis training is open to everyone — including: \n\nSpeech-Language Pathologists (SLPs)\nCFs and graduate students\nParents and caregivers\nEducators and school staff\nAdvocates\nIndividuals with CAS and disabilities\nAnyone passionate about communication and inclusion\n\nSLPs attending this event may receive Professional Development Hours (PDHs) or ASHA CEUs. \nEvent Details\n\nLimited to 22 attendees for a more personal and interactive experience\nCatered breakfast and snacks included\nCatered lunch from Chipotle Mexican Grill\n\nRegistration\n\nEarly Bird Registration: $99 (available for the first month)\nRegular Registration: $199\nCF & Student Rate: $149(CFs and students also receive the $99 early bird rate during the early registration period.)\n\nWe cannot wait to bring together professionals\, families\, and advocates for a joyful weekend of learning\, connection\, and community centered around childhood apraxia of speech. Spots are limited\, so early registration is encouraged!
URL:https://apraxiafoundation.org/event/the-lived-experience-apraxia-training-parker-co
LOCATION:6260 Progress Lane\, 6260 Progress Lane\, Parker\, CO\, 80134\, United States
CATEGORIES:Trainings
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SUMMARY:Neurodiversity-Affirming Apraxia Conference 2027
DESCRIPTION:Neurodiversity-Affirming Apraxia Conference 2027 \nMay 11\, 12 & 13\, 2027 • 7:00–9:00 PM EST (Virtual) \nJoin us for the Neurodiversity-Affirming Apraxia Conference 2027\, a three-night virtual conference dedicated to advancing understanding of Childhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS)\, honoring neurodiversity\, and centering lived experience voices within the apraxia community. \nThis annual conference brings together families\, self-advocates\, speech-language pathologists\, educators\, therapists\, researchers\, and advocates from around the world for collaborative learning\, meaningful conversations\, and practical strategies that support the whole child. \n✨ Speakers are being announced soon! \nWe are also officially accepting submissions through our Call for Papers and invite professionals\, researchers\, advocates\, self-advocates\, and lived-experience speakers to apply to present. \nTopics May Include \n\nChildhood Apraxia of Speech (CAS)\nNeurodiversity-affirming practices\nAAC and multimodal communication\nLiteracy and reading with apraxia\nMotor speech therapy\nCo-occurring diagnoses and support needs\nLived experience perspectives\nIEP advocacy and school supports\nEmotional regulation and sensory needs\nParent collaboration and interdisciplinary care\nTransition planning and adulthood with CAS\n\nWho Should Attend? \nThis conference is open to: \n\nFamilies and caregivers\nIndividuals with CAS\nSpeech-Language Pathologists (SLPs)\nGraduate students and CFs\nEducators and therapists\nDisability advocates\nResearchers and clinicians\nAnyone passionate about inclusive and affirming communication support\n\nConference Schedule: \nMay 11\, 2027: \n7:00 PM – 9:00 PM EST \nMay 12\, 2027: \n7:00 PM – 9:00 PM EST \nMay 13\, 2027: \n7:00 PM – 9:00 PM EST \nAdditional session details and speaker announcements coming soon. \nWe look forward to bringing together our community once again for three powerful evenings of education\, advocacy\, lived experience\, and connection centered around childhood apraxia of speech and neurodiversity-affirming care.
URL:https://apraxiafoundation.org/event/neurodiversity-affirming-apraxia-conference-2027
CATEGORIES:Conferences
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