Learning Hub by APSN

🚀 Call for Speakers, Presenters & Poster Exhibitors
APSN Empowering Lives Conference
14–15 January 2027

APSN in partnership with the Principals Academy is organising the Empowering Conference from 14 to 15 January 2027.
We invite researchers, educators, allied health professionals, and practitioners—from Singapore and beyond—to contribute to the Empowering Lives Conference 2027. This is your platform to share bold, practical, and evidence-informed work that empowers individuals with special needs and those who support them.

Conference Themes
We welcome submissions aligned with one or more of our five key themes:
- Innovative Teaching & Learning Strategies
- Mental Health & Emotional Well-being
- Caregiving & Family Support
- Inclusive Employment
- Enabling Technology

Ways to Participate

🎤 Session Presentations
Lead a 45-minute or 90-minute session to share insights, research, or innovative practices. Formats may include workshops, panel discussions, case study presentations, or interactive demonstrations.

🖼 Poster Exhibitions
Showcase your work through poster displays (physical boards, A0 size recommended) designed to spark dialogue, networking, and knowledge exchange with fellow professionals.

What We're Looking For
We prioritise submissions that demonstrate:
- Practical impact and real-world application
- Innovation in approach or methodology
- Clear alignment with inclusive education and empowerment principles
- Evidence-informed practice (research, data, or documented outcomes)

Important Dates
Submission Deadline: 31 August 2026
Notification of Acceptance: 30 September 2026
Conference Dates: 14–15 January 2027

Presenter Information
- Selected presenters will receive complimentary conference registration
- Limited travel support may be available for international presenters (subject to approval)
- All presenters are expected to attend both conference days

Join us in driving meaningful conversations, inspiring action, and building environments where everyone can thrive.

📩 Submit your proposal or enquire: [email protected]
Subject line: Empowering Conference 2027 - Presentation Proposal

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She has been soldiering on relentlessly as a founding member of the team, and today she received her well earned recognition.
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If you are keen to join or participate in this monthly case conference workshop, DM us so that we can send you the invite and details once it is available!

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Join us at our upcoming event which will showcase the full spectrum of assistive devices developed and utilised by APSN to support vocational training, workplace readiness, and on-site productivity for individuals with intellectual disabilities.

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🗓️ Fri, 22 August 2025
🕦 2PM - 4PM
📍Enabling Village - Caregivers Pod, 20 Lengkok Bahru, Singapore 159053

Click here to indicate your interest or enrol today!
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