Below is a select listing of upcoming events and conferences. For a complete listing, go to the NCHPAD calendar at http://www.ncpad.org/events/index.php.
Support the All Abilities Team in the Breast Cancer 3Day Event, August 8-10, 2008, Chicago, IL
The All Abilities Team, consisting of members with and without disabilities, is showing its support in the fight against breast cancer by taking part in this important 3-day event. This team is part of the "Breast Cancer 3-Day Accessibility Pilot Program" and is striving to make inclusive opportunities available for all individuals regardless of ability. To make donations to the All Abilities Team or to an individual team member, go to http://08.the3day.org/site/TR/Walk.
Proceeds will go to the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure and The Philanthropic Trust.
Balance Training Workshop, International Council on Active Aging (ICAA), August 19, 2008, Orlando, FL
ICAA has announced a new one-day workshop ($25 fee) titled, "Design a Balance Training Program". For more information, go to http://www.icaa.cc or call 866-335-9777 or 604-734-4466.
2008 International Convention on Science Education and Medicine in Sport, August 1-4, 2008, Guangzhou, China
This convention targets scholars and professionals, especially those from developing countries, outstanding young investigators, scholars specializing in children and women physical activity research, and scholars specializing in sport and movement of people with a disability. For more information, please visit http://www.icsemis2008.org/html/Announcement/2007-10/11/2007_10_16_09_367.html.
Pediatric and Adult Aquatic Therapy, RIC, Chicago, Illinois, September 11-12, 2008
This course is intended to educate physical and occupational therapy professionals in strategies that incorporate aquatic therapy as an intervention in order to achieve lumbar stabilization, or aid in functional mobility and development.
For more information, go to www.ricacademy.com or call 800-354-REHAB.
Professional Public Policy Fellowship Program, Joseph P. Kennedy, Jr. Foundation, Washington, D.C.
Deadline: August 15, 2008
The Joseph P. Kennedy, Jr. Foundation is seeking outstanding professionals working in the
field of inclusive services and supports for people with intellectual disability, intellectual and
developmental disabilities for an intensive one-year Public Policy Fellowship.
For more information, go to http://www.jpkf.org/Fellowship_guidelines/Professional_Fellow_app.html or contact eidelman@jpkf.org.
2008 National Centers on Independent Living (NCIL) Annual Conference, July 21-24, 2008, Washington, D.C.
NCIL invites attendees for this year's conference, titled "Time for Change: Use Your Power!", and its focus will be a call to action for IL advocates and people with disabilities everywhere. For more information, go to http://www.ncil.org/conference/conference2008.html or contact 877-525-3400 or (TTY) 202- 207-0340.
National Conference on Disability Inclusion & National Service: Acting Today to Shape the Future, October 16-18, 2008, Alexandria, VA
This event invites the national service and disability communities to convene in a setting that fosters the development of innovative ideas and strong partnerships.
For information regarding registration, becoming an exhibitor or workshop presenter, visit http://www.serviceandinclusion.org or contact 888-491-0326.
Illinois Safe Routes to School Conference, August 13-14, 2008, Normal, IL
Gain in-depth knowledge and the tools to encourage and enable children with and without disabilities to walk and bike to school at this Illinois SRTS Conference. This free conference at Illinois State University provides two full days of workshops and presentations for schools, municipalities and advocates across the state.
For more information or to register for this conference, go to http://www.biketraffic.org/content.php?id=1609_0_11_0 or call (312) 427-3325.