Autism is one of the most pressing topics in the fields of medicine and education. According to international studies, the number of children with ASD is steadily increasing, making early detection, support, and social adaptation particularly important for society.
In Kyrgyzstan, there is no official statistics on early autism diagnosis; however, practice shows that cases of ASD diagnosis among children are on the rise.This conference will serve as an important platform for discussing modern and effective methods of applied behavior analysis, as well as for creating an accessible and supportive environment for people with autism.
- There are about 50 correctional and educational centers operating in Bishkek that work with children who have developmental delays. The conference will aim to unite the efforts of interdisciplinary specialists to provide quality assistance to children with ASD.
- The event is practical in nature and will be beneficial for ABA specialists, educators, doctors, speech therapists, defectologists, children's center managers, and parents — all those who interact with children with developmental disabilities and use evidence-based methods.
One of the main speakers of the conference will be Daria Li-Romanova (clinical psychologist, supervisor AR, BCBA, IBA, CBA-S from Hong Kong). Experts from Russia are also expected to attend.
The national expertise will be presented by specialists with extensive experience working with children with special needs.
The format of the event includes presentations, panel discussions, and discussions on current issues faced by families and professionals.
The conference organizers have launched a charitable initiative providing free participation for parents of children with ASD.The holding of this event emphasizes the need for public attention to autism issues and the importance of joint efforts to form an inclusive society where every person has the right to support, understanding, and the opportunity to realize their potential.
