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International Meeting for Autism Research (IMFAR)
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| Organiser |
International Society for Autism Research (INSAR) |
| Venue |
Sheraton Centre Toronto
123 Queen Street West
Toronto, Ontario
Canada M5H 2M9 |
| Area |
Outside UK |
| Date and Time |
May 17-19 2012 |
| Cost |
To be announced |
| Description |
IMFAR have begun the process of planning for the next International Meeting for Autism Research (IMFAR), which will take place from May 17-19, 2012 in Toronto, Canada. They are asking for considerable input from INSAR members regarding the content of the scientific program. Note: Abstract submissions open and close earlier this year. |
| Contact |
Receive important IMFAR 2012 information and INSAR society news via email by creating or updating your myINSAR account. Membership is not required for account setup. See details on the myINSAR home page. https://eweb.autism-insar.org/eweb/ http://www.autism-insar.org/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=258&Itemid=201
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FAMILY PICNIC AT SANDY BALLS HOLIDAY CENTRE |
| Organiser |
Prader-Willi Syndrome Association UK |
| Venue |
Godsill, Fordingbridge, The New Forest. Hampshire SP6 2JZ |
| Area |
England |
| Date and Time |
Saturday, 19th May 2012, 1.00pm onwards |
| Cost |
Free |
| Description |
This year PWSA UK’s Family Weekend is taking place, once again, in the beautiful New Forest, Hampshire over the weekend 18th – 21st May 2012 and we would love families from the area to join us for a picnic on the Saturday afternoon of our stay. We already have 19 families attending so please come along and join us and make it a truly memorable weekend. We will be on the grass outside the PWSA Lodge (No. 251) from 1.00pm ready to play games with the children allowing parents plenty of time to socialise with each other. Just bring a blanket and picnic! |
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Please contact Maggie (01332) 365676 or email mrowley@pwsa.co.uk if you are coming along. |
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| Event |
BAAGS Annual General Meeting |
| Organiser |
BAAGS |
| Venue |
George and Abbottsford Hotel |
| Area |
Scottish Borders Council |
| Date and Time |
Monday 21st May 2012 7pm |
| Cost |
Free |
| Description |
Annual Meeting of the Borders Asperger and Autism Group Support |
| Contact |
Link to info and newsletter: http://www.baags.co.uk/newsletter/newsletter.php |
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Run for Scottish Autism: Edinburgh Marathon 2012 |
| Organiser |
Scottish Autism |
| Venue |
Edinburgh City |
| Area |
Edinburgh City Council |
| Date and Time |
26/27 May 2012 |
| Cost |
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| Description |
Choose between the full marathon, the half marathon, the 10km or the 5km. The full marathon is the fastest in the UK so only for the fittest. Better still make up a team of four to cover the 26.2 miles between you for the relay: Leg 1: The Royal Leg - 8 miles Leg 2: The Cock & Pan Leg - 5.5 miles Leg 3: The Gosford Leg - 8.2 miles Leg 4: The Glory Leg - 4.5 miles When you enter the relay, you can choose between seven different categories ranging from Fancy Dress to Auld Reekie (average age 45!). The first three teams over the line and the winning team in each of the seven categories will win a prize!
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| Contact |
To register for these sought-after places and nominate Scottish Autism, simply go to www.edinburgh-marathon.com |
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| Event |
How Do We Ensure We Deliver Real Impact Through Health and Wellbeing Boards? |
| Organiser |
CPPS |
| Venue |
The Royal Commonwealth Society,
25 Northumberland Avenue
London WC2N 5AP
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| Area |
England |
| Date and Time |
Monday 11th June 2012 |
| Cost |
£345.00 plus VAT.
A 15% Early Bird Discount applies to Bookings made before 21 May 2012
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| Description |
Some of the topics covered on the day: PUTTING LOCALISM INTO ACTION; NATIONAL LEARNING NETWORKS; REDUCING COSTS; REDUCING INEQUALITIES; MAJOR ROLES FOR LOCAL GOVERNMENT AND HEALTHWATCH; MAKING JSNAs MOST EFFECTIVE; LEARNING FROM HEALTHY CITIES PROGRAMME; MATCHING CHANGING DEMOGRAHICS; IMPROVED INTELLIGENCE; MORE SELF-RELIANCE; MEETING CHALLENGES IN POLICY AND PRACTICE BEYOND THE TRANSITION |
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To book online: http://cppspolicyexchange.co.uk/site/booking.cfm?do=form&fldCPPSref=HWB/506 Seminar reference HWB/506 Generous discounts are available for voluntary and community organisations, for multiple bookings and for organisations and individuals with special issues or particular difficulties, INCLUDING FUNDING.
Discounts and any special arrangements can be negotiated with one of our expert staff.
Please phone us on 01422 845023 or e-mail us at bookings@cppsevents.org.uk for further information and to agree a price. |
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