Autism Task Force Meetings

The ATF met January 4, 2006 to continue to present what is known about the elements of effective programs and services, in an effort to identify best practices.

Agenda

Presenters:

1. Geraldine Dawson
Representing the Autism Center of Washington

Geraldine Dawson, Ph.D., is the founding director of the University of Washington Autism Center, which is a NIH-funded multidisciplinary research program on diagnosis, causes and treatment of autism. Dr. Dawson has been a long term advocate for individuals with autism and their families, having spearheaded efforts that led to the first insurance coverage benefits for early autism treatment by a private company (Microsoft). She testified before the U.S. Congress on behalf of individuals with autism in a hearing that led to the passage of the Child Health Act of 2000, which mandated NIH funding for several autism research and treatment centers throughout the U.S. She holds a Ph.D. in Psychology from the University of Washington and is a Professor of Psychology at the UW.
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2. Ilene Schwartz
Representing an expert in early intervention services

Ilene Schwartz, Ph.D., serves in the role of Professor, Area of Special Education, College of Education, University of Washington. Dr. Schwartz has a BA in Speech and Hearing Sciences, a Master’s Degree in Human Development, and her Ph.D. in Child and Developmental Psychology. She has worked with children with autism since 1978, and has spent the last 14 years at the University of Washington, where she currently directs the Experimental Education Unit, a preschool program for young children, including a number of children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder. Dr. Schwartz is also the principal investigator for a number of federally funded grant projects involving the education of students with autism.
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