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January 16, 2007
Annual International Technology and Persons with Disabilities Conference: March 19-24 2007
The up-coming Annual International Technology and Persons with Disabilities Conference is scheduled to take place March 19-24 at the Los Angeles Hilton, Marriott and Renaissance Hotels.
Here are just a few highlights and updates to provide you with a preview of what you can expect this year:
- Conference Registration will open the week of January 22, 2007. Please check our web site at for procedures and the link for on-line registration .
- The 2007 USSAAC Biennial Conference - USSAAC's "Building ADVOCACY Skills: Encourage, Inform, Inspire" promises to be an exciting event celebrating the AAC community in collaboration with the CSUN Conference. For more information, visit www.ussaac.org.
- Keynote Speaker - John D. Kemp - With more than 30 years experience, Mr. Kemp is one of the most well-known and respected advocates in the disability civil rights movement. His address is guaranteed to inspire and enlighten you.
- Pre-Conference Workshops - Come early and learn more! 12 informative and in-depth presentations on the latest topics in assistive technology have been scheduled. View the complete listing on the conference web site at www.csun.edu/cod/conf.
- TEITAC Forum - The latest information on Sections 508 & 255 will be available at the conference in a panel discussion and an exclusive interactive venue for CSUN attendees.
- Higher Education - Presentations from the Chief Information Officers of the 23-campus California State University (CSU) system focusing on the Assistive Technology Initiative (ATI) only at the 2007 Conference. Extensive information from the staff of the largest public 4 year institution in the nation will be shared on the priorities, strategies and implementation of this mandate.
- The Aging Track - Experts in the field of aging-related or aging-acquired disabilities will share their knowledge and the latest trends. The Renaissance Hotel is the site for this new track!
- Young Researchers Consortium - General Sessions presented by selected students in advanced degree programs will be presenting their research, findings, and general studies in relation to Assistive Technology.
More highlights and updates will be coming your way - just remember to save the dates for the Annual International Technology and Persons with Disabilities Conference this March 19-24, 2007.
Posted by Nancy at January 16, 2007 09:51 AM