ABU DHABI: Under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Khalid bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Zayed Higher Organisation for People of Determination (ZHO), in collaboration and coordination with ADNOC and Abu Dhabi Health Services Company (SEHA), and Lotus Holistic Group Abu Dhabi, ZHO is hosting the 12th International Conference on Advances in Autism Research from April 27th to April 30th, 2024, at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre in Abu Dhabi.
Speaking at a press conference, Abdullah Al Hameidan, the Secretary-General of ZHO, stated that hosting Abu Dhabi for the 12th International Conference on Advances in Autism Research stems from the success of the previous editions of the conference and the achievements in the field of care and rehabilitation for various categories of people of determination, especially individuals with autism.
He expressed hope that these successes would continue through this global gathering, where experiences are exchanged, fruitful experiments are present
ed, and various topics are objectively and scientifically discussed to enrich the experiences and experiments of all participants and specialists in this field to support the development of services, care methods, and rehabilitation for children, youth, and adults with autism spectrum disorder.
In addition, during the press conference held at the organisation’s headquarters, it was emphasised that the conference aims to raise awareness about autism spectrum disorder and maximise the utilisation of practical research and recent studies in this field. It provides a real opportunity for participants, including experts, staff of the organisation, institutions, and relevant entities from various countries around the world, as well as parents of individuals with autism, to access the best practices related to autism.
The conference will feature 20 sessions covering the latest developments in autism research. The programme includes over 40 workshops, whereas the previous conference included 4 workshops and 3 semin
ars, along with several dialogue sessions with parents and decision-makers. More than 100 speakers from over 20 countries, specialising in behaviour modification and biomedical advancements, will participate. In the 2023 conference, there were 52 speakers.
“Our aim is to provide the best means of treatment and continue on the path of humanitarian work to ensure the sustainability of the UAE’s leadership in caring for all humanitarian aspects,” Abdullah Al Hameidan stated.
Dr. Abdulhamid Abdelhay, member of the executive committee and head of the media committee for the conference, stated, ‘Invitations were extended to renowned doctors, researchers, and specialists to participate in the conference to present the latest developments in research and methods for the care and treatment of various forms of autism spectrum disorder.’
He urged relevant entities and institutions to fulfill their sustainable social responsibilities to support and endorse these efforts, ensuring the continuation of this annual confer
ence. It aims to serve as a scientific beacon and a bright beacon of hope for individuals with autism, providing them with the best international resources, successful experiences, and beneficial solutions.
The conference aims to provide foundational knowledge in autism treatment theory and practice globally, accelerate the dissemination of new medical and educational interventions, showcase cutting-edge biomedical research, present findings from a unique experimental education project for children with autism, and incorporate leading international practices. It also seeks to promote broad participation and media outreach for educational purposes, establish international working groups for research and clinical practice, facilitate discussions on implementing findings internationally, and drive progress in biomedical science for autism diagnosis and intervention approaches.
Source: Emirates News Agency