UK and Ireland Events 2025
Events provide an excellent opportunity for AAC users and those who work to support them, such as families, carers and clinicians, to connect with industry experts in a face-to-face setting. At a Smartbox event stand, our team members are ready to assist, whether you’re an existing user with questions about your device, or just starting your journey with AAC. We appreciate everyone who takes the time to come and see us. On this page, we have listed the UK and Ireland events that we will be attending in 2025. This page will be regularly updated so keep an eye out for new information! Communication Matters International AAC Conference Monday 7 – Tuesday 10 September, University of Leeds This event offers a combination of informative presentations, inspiring stories and insight into the advancing world of AAC. The sessions will focus on this year’s theme of Identity and what this means for someone who uses AAC. Autism Congress Dublin, Stand 10 Thursday 11 – Saturday 13 September, The Royal Dublin Society, Stand 10 Hosted by Ireland’s leading autism charity, AsIAm, this event provides a platform for Autistic people, family members, researchers and professionals to come together as a community and share their lived experiences, while reflecting on research and academic insights. These discussions will centre around this year’s theme, Quality of Life – Research, Policy, and Practice. National Head Injury Conference Thursday 18 September, Scottish Event Campus in Glasgow This is a free event for anyone affected by brain injury with a Professional Space for networking and personal development opportunities, and a Supportive Space for individuals and families to access support, information, and resources. Connect Live! Delivering Smarter Care through Partnership Tuesday 23 September, Worcester This free event is for health, housing and social care professionals to explore ways of driving collaboration in Technology Enabled Care (TEC) with practical insights, real-world strategies, and cross-sector inspiration – all with the goal of delivering the best outcomes for vulnerable people Tes SEND Show, Stand G49 Friday 10 – Saturday 11 October, London This event provides an opportunity for SEND practitioners to share effective practice and celebrate excellence in SEND with a range of organisations who are committed to the development of inclusive education through innovation and expertise. Kidz to Adultz North, Stand B3 Wednesday 3 December, ACC Liverpool This exhibition is great for families and professionals alike to come together for a day of making memories and having fun, while also connecting with experts and solution-providers to help fulfil each person’s potential.September
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If you would like to meet with one of our AT Specialists at an upcoming event, please get in touch with us at atspecialists@thinksmartbox.