Saturday 02 April 2022 11:00
On the occasion of World Autism Awareness Day on Saturday, April 2, 2022, the Sports Excellence program, operating under the scientific oversight of the 1st Department of Orthopedic Surgery of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens Medical School, in cooperation with the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center (SNFCC), are presenting the informational discussion “Autism, the Path to Development,” at the Book Castle of the National Library of Greece at the SNFCC.
Pediatric disabilities affect children’s development well into their adult life. Many disabilities have a neurological basis and are commonly referred to as “neurodevelopmental” disorders, one of which is the Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). In line with children’s development, as well as with advancements in the field of special education, the complementary introduction of a new way of thinking is proposed in pediatric rehabilitation.
This mode of intervention includes a set of six “F‑words” aimed at encouraging people involved in pediatric rehabilitation to integrate these concepts in their daily work (at schools, rehabilitation centers, clinics) with children with disabilities and their families. The six “F‑words” include: Function, Family, Fitness, Fun, Friends, and Future, all of which work together to promote the health and quality of life of children and their families, and ultimately the overall development of the individual.
Through the interactive discussion, participants will have the opportunity to find out more about how to integrate the aforementioned “F‑word” concept and material in pediatric rehabilitation, while also allowing for the implementation of these concepts and activities at institutions whose work will benefit children, parents, families, and professionals.
Moderator: Charis Tsolakis, Professor at the University of Athens School of Physical Education and Sport Science, Sports Excellence Program Manager
Participants:
Saturday 02/04 | 11.00 - 12.30 NLG BOOK CASTLE
Up to 60 participants with online pre-registration.
*At the end of the discussion, there will be choreography in the Agora by the team of Jambol of Love, dedicated to Autism Day.
For their entrance at the venue, participants aged 17 and under must demonstrate, a self-test of negative result (of at least one week). While for participants18 years and older it is necessary to demonstrate a negative rapid test or PCR of at least a week. No Covid-19 test (PCR, rapid, self test) is required for holders of a valid vaccination certificate or a certificate of recovery valid for 2 to 6 months after the initial positive result.
For all cases of an official document demonstration, a parallel identity check of the holder will be carried out.
The use of face mask and social distancing measures are mandatory in indoor and outdoor areas of the SNFCC, in accordance with Hellenic National Public Health Organization regulations.
Due to public health measures, there may be changes regarding either the staging of the event, or the maximum number of participants.
