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We recently hosted a comprehensive teacher training session at Redeemer Girls National School in Dundalk, Ireland, as part of the Preschool Applied Behaviour Analysis (PABA) project. The training aimed to equip primary school teachers with evidence-based strategies for managing challenging behaviours in children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Introduction to ASD The training began by establishing foundational knowledge about autism spectrum disorder, helping teachers re

This month, we hosted a Multiplier Event in Dundalk, Ireland to disseminate the results and resources of the Preschool Applied Behaviour Analysis (PABA) project to a wide audience of teachers, headteachers, support staff and stakeholders in early childhood education. The Goals of The Project The PABA project addresses a critical need in European education: equipping preschool teachers with the skills to provide effective early interventions for children with autism spectrum d

Sport has the power to bring people together, but when it comes to volunteering opportunities, are we really creating spaces where everyone can contribute meaningfully? This question sits at the heart of the Volunteering for Inclusion and Empowerment With Sports (VIEWS) project, which recently conducted research to understand what good practice in inclusive volunteering means from the perspectives of those who matter most – people with disabilities themselves. Hearing from Th

One of the main goals of the Houses4Autism Erasmus+ project was to identify the barriers faced by people with autism when it comes to independant living. Surveys are a common tool for gathering such insights; however, traditional survey design often overlooks the needs of individuals with disabilities such as autism. In order to overcome this obstacle, autistic people were involved in every stage of the survey process, from question development to data analysis. This approach

The Preschool Applied Behaviour Analysis (PABA) Erasmus+ project is developing resources to empower educators in supporting young children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Addressing a Critical Need A recent study highlighted a concerning lack of training for preschool teachers across Europe, particularly regarding inclusive education and managing early childhood behaviour. The project recognises the key role preschool teachers play in shaping these children's development