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AMITY INSTITUTE OF REHABILITATION SCIENCES in Collaboration with Presents INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE \"BEST PRACTICES OF EDUCATION AND SUPPORT SERVICES FOR INDEPENDENT LIVING OF PERSONS WITH DOWN SYNDROME\" CRE STATUS ACCREDITED BY REHABILITATION COUNCIL OF INDIA VIRTUA L MODE 28th and 29th March 2022 9:30 am - 5:00 pm

About the Event Down Syndrome (DS) is a naturally occurring genetic disorder known as Trisomy 21, wherein an individual inherits an extra chromosome due to anomalies in the chromosomal arrangement. It results in varying degrees of intellectual and physical disability and also associated medical conditions. It is present across the human population and has a prevalence ratio of nearly 800 births. Every year, March 21 is observed as World Down Syndrome Day (WDSD) to celebrate the individual differences among persons with Down Syndrome, advocating their rights and creating global awareness. Positive public attitude, acceptance, rehabilitation, and support services play a critical role in promoting their well-being and independent living. Individuals with DS have the potential to be included and succeed in inclusive settings of the mainstream schools with the provision of necessary support. Work opportunities for individuals with DS range from supported employment to competitive work environments. People with DS have the ability to enjoy the quality of life and be socially included in varying communities, traditional and supported settings. Keeping these points in mind and seeing the current need to create skilled professionals, a two-day international level conference is being organized by Amity Institute of Rehabilitation Sciences, AIRS, AUUP to create an understanding and also explore the best practices for education and support services for Independent Living of Persons with Down Syndrome (PWDS). This International Conference is specially designed to provide innovative and enriching learning experiences to the participants towards the training, teaching and skill development of IWDS.

OBJECTIVES OF THE EVENT The objectives of the International Conference is to create a forum for Special Educators, General Educators and Rehabilitation Professionals to share knowledge and expertise towards promotion of empowerment and training of Persons with Down Syndrome (DS) towards their holistic development. The International Conference will facilitate effective capacity and enhance skill development for education, training and management of Persons with Down Syndrome among teacher trainees, students, rehabilitation professionals and educators. WHO SHOULD ATTEND… GENERAL EDUCATION TEACHERS, SPECIAL EDUCATORS, ACADEMICIANS, REHABILITATION PROFESSIONALS, RESEARCH SCHOLARS, AND STUDENTS.

ORGANIZING COMMITTEE PATRON CONFERENCE CONFERENCE CHAIR SECRETARY Prof. (Dr.) Balvinder Shukla Prof. (Dr.) Jayanti Pujari Dr. Pallavi Chauhan Vice Chancellor, Director-AIRS & Dean, Joint Director-Amity Institute of Amity University, Uttar Pradesh Rehabilitation Sciences Rehabilitation Sciences CONFERENCE COORDINATORS Dr. Sampurna Guha Ms. Anusuya K Yadav Assistant Professor, AIRS Assistant Professor, AIRS Mr. Anuj Srivastava Assistant Professor, AIRS MORGAN MAXWELL OTHER ORGANIZING COMMITTEE MEMBERS Dr. Ram Shanker Saxena, Assistant Professor Dr. Naveen Singh, Assistant Professor Ms. Seema Saleem, Assistant Professor Ms. Deepti Ahuja, Assistant Professor Mr. Saurabh K. Mishra, Assistant Professor Ms. Parul Bhardwaj, Faculty Mr. Prashant Yadav, Faculty Ms. Ambika Chauhan, Faculty Ms. Shaina M. Paul, Faculty Ms. Parul Walia, faculty

OUR GUESTS AND KEYNOTE SPEAKER Mr. N. Ramachandran Mr. Ganzorig Vanchig Prof. Saroj Sharma Dr. Surekha Ramachandran President, Asia pacific Chairman, Chairperson, President Down Syndrome Federation Down Syndrome Association of National Institute of Open Down Syndrome Federation (DSF) (APDSF) Mongolia Schooling, Noida, UP of India ESTEEMED SPEAKERS AND PANELIST Dr. A.T. Theressiakutty Dr. Alok Bhuvan Ms. Chitra Shah Dr. Nina Vaidya Senior Faculty in Special Managing Secretary, Founder and Principal, Satya Paediatrician, Education Manovikas Charitable Society Special School, Puducherry Down Syndrome Federation (DSF), India. MORGAN MAXWELL Dr. Vandana Sharma Dr. S. R. Jeesa Grace Dr. Ravi K. M. Dr. Ajay Singh Director, Mata Bhagwanti Principal, Sneha Sadan College Directorate of Education, State Coordinator, Directorate of Chadha Niketan, Noida of Special Education, Angamali Delhi Education, Govt. of Delhi Mr. Sahil Singh Mr. Jitender P.S Solanki Mr. Aditya Tiwari Mrs. Rama Bhagavatula Self-Advocate and Yoga trainer, Down Syndrome Federation (DSF), Software Engineer & Parent Parent of Ms. Pravalika DSF, India. Bhagavatula National Champion (Special Olympics) India

Registration Details CONFERENCE FEES (*inclusive of all taxes for both days, non refundable)  ₹ 800/- (CRE Professionals)  ₹ 500/- (Others)  Amity University Faculty & Students – Free Registration Link: https://www.amity.edu/NSPG/BPDS2022/ For any query contact: Amity Institute of Rehabilitation Sciences L-3 Block, 4th Floor Amity University Uttar Pradesh, Sector-125, Noida. Landline No.: 0120-4392092 Email: [email protected] Website: www.amity.edu/airs