The Autism Tree Project Foundation (ATPF) is dedicated to improving autism and neurodiverse communities by enhancing early autism diagnoses and providing support for families. Their initiatives focus on early intervention, education, and fostering community connections to ensure individuals with autism and their families receive comprehensive assistance.
The Foundation hosts the Annual Neurodiversity Conference, a platform that brings together leading researchers, educators, parents, and advocates to share insights and advancements in neurodiversity.
The most recent conference features a series of enlightening sessions designed to promote collaboration and understanding.
Harnessing My Daughter’s Diagnosis to Drive Novel Treatments for Neurodevelopmental Disorders
Madeleine Oudin shares a personal journey of how her daughter’s diagnosis has inspired innovative approaches to treatment development for neurodevelopmental disorders, highlighting the intersection of personal experience and scientific research.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in Education
This session explores strategies for creating inclusive educational environments that support neurodiverse students, emphasizing policies and practices aimed at equitable access to education.
A panel of parents shares their experiences raising neurodivergent children, offering valuable insights into the challenges and triumphs they encounter, highlighting the importance of community support and advocacy.
No More Sidekicks: Putting Authentic Characters Front & Center in Fiction and Popular Culture
This engaging panel delves into the evolving representation of autistic characters in media, discussing the significance of authentic portrayals and their impact on public perception and acceptance.
Sensory Issues in Autism: Impacts on Health and the Promise of Neuroscientific Discovery
Presented by Carissa Cascio, this session examines how sensory processing differences affect the health and daily lives of autistic individuals, highlighting current neuroscientific research aimed at understanding and addressing these challenges.
Women and Girls on the Autism Spectrum: Recent Findings and New Directions
Christine Wu Nordahl presents recent research focusing on females with autism, a group often underrepresented in studies, shedding light on unique experiences and calling for more inclusive research approaches.
Scalable Sleep Biomarkers in Neurodevelopmental Disorders
Carrie Bearden discusses the development of scalable biomarkers for sleep disturbances commonly observed in neurodevelopmental disorders, aiming to improve diagnosis and intervention strategies.
These sessions reflect ATPF’s commitment to bridging scientific research with real-life experiences, fostering a deeper understanding of neurodiversity. For more information and access to these sessions, visit the 2024 Autism Tree Project Foundation Global Neurodiversity Conference.
For previous conferences, visit Autism Tree Project Annual Neuroscience Conference.