Mary Temple Grandin (born August 29, 1947) is an American scientist and animal behaviorist. Grandin is one of the first individuals with autism to document the insights she gained from her personal experience of autism. She is a prominent proponent for the humane treatment of livestock for slaughter and the author of more than 60 scientific papers on animal behavior. Grandin is a consultant to the livestock industry, where she offers advice on animal behavior, and is also an autism spokesperson. She is currently a faculty member with Animal Sciences in the College of Agricultural Sciences at Colorado State University. Dr. Temple Grandin has a unique ability to understand the animal mind – and she's convinced her skill is down to her autistic brain. She is known as the woman who thinks like a "COW".

Temple Grandin is world-famous for being a high-functioning person with autism, but there is so much more to her than that. As she puts it, for her, "being a scientist comes before being autistic."
She is internationally famous as a spokesperson on autism.

Dr. Kerry Magro (Mah-grow) Ed.D. is an award-winning autistic professional speaker, best-selling author and autism consultant to the HBO series Mrs. Fletcher that aired in Fall 2019 and the latest season of Netflix’s Emmy-Award Winning Series ‘Love on the Spectrum’ He started professional speaking 12 years ago via the National Speakers Association after he fell in love with theatre as a child to help with his social and communication skills. Today he has spoken at over 1200 events during that time including 2 TEDxTalks and a 'Talks at Google' presentation. In addition, Kerry is CEO & President of KFM Making A Difference, a nonprofit organisation that hosts inclusion events and has provided 100 scholarships for students with autism for college and counting since 2011. In his spare time, he hosts a Facebook Page called Kerry's Autism Journey that now has 218,000 Facebook followers where he does on-camera interviews highlighting people impacted by a diagnosis to break down barriers in our community. His videos he’s produced have been watched over 35 Million times.

Masters in Pediatric speech and language therapy, university Isabel Spain First and renowned level 3 oral placement therapist in Dubai Known as sensory SLP, certified in sensory integration and a neurodiversity affirming Therapist. Sana Shareef is one of the Prominent therapists specialised in Apraxia intervention and oral motor and sensory intervention in children, she is certified in Sensory Motor Approach for apraxia from Talktools USA, Nuffield Dyspraxia Program, Kaufman apraxia program, and beckmens oral motor intervention program. Sana Shareef is also a certified feeding therapist trained in the SOS feeding approach.

Having worked for Advertising agencies and a world-class film production house, Neena has about 19 years experience as a media professional across India,Indonesia and Malaysia. Neena devoted her life to the cause of differently abled children after seeing the effect her support had on her eldest son who is also differently abled. Her aim with Tender Hearts Arena is to uphold her belief that by encouraging those with a special need, they will perform extraordinary things and exceed expectations.

Catherine O'Farrell is one of the founders of Incluzun.com, an organisation supporting people of determination in a holistic way across the MENA region. Catherine has been working in education and inclusion for almost 20 years, she has degrees in Education, Psychology and a masters in Engineering. She is passionate about developing opportunities for children with individual needs. She is an international school inspector, has been a Group Head for some of the region's largest educational providers and has worked with international and national committees from the Global Sustainability Network to the Ministry of Education here in the UAE to push for a more sustainable and inclusive world. Catherine is a regular media contributor and conference speaker.

Irina is a Nutritional Neuroscientist and Therapist with PhD from Cambridge University (UK) and a Healthy brain solution expert with over 20 years of experience in science and health providing services. She provides personalised nutritional support to families and an individual DNA nourishing programme for each child in order to maximise their potential in life by addressing the connection between gut and brain by resetting a whole-body biochemical balance. She operates in the contact with other professionals to provide the maximum boost of Neuroplasticity to maximize every child’s potential.

Dr. Harini Atturu is one of the best psychiatrists in Hyderabad. She has been in the psychiatric field for 12 years making her the best Psychiatrist in HITEC City. She completed her MBBS from Kurnool Medical College (NTR University of Health Sciences), Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh (2004). She also qualified MRCPsych from the Royal College of Psychiatrists, London, UK (2016). Dr. Atturu did her MSc from the University of Manchester, UK (2015). She is also Chief of product for Cognitivebotics for using AI for autism intervention ( www.cognitivebotics.in) Dr. Atturu is a well-known fellow of the Royal College of Psychiatry and the European College of Neuropsychopharmacology (ECNP) Congress. At Rochdale And Sheffield, UK,Dr. Harini worked as a special doctor in Psychiatry from Nov 2016 to May 2017.

She also underwent Core Training (Psychiatry) at North Western Deanery in the UK from Aug 2010 to Nov 2016. She was a foundation training doctor at Yorkshire And Humber Deanery, UK (Aug 2006 - Aug 2010). Dr Atturu specialised in doing assessment and management of Adult ADHD, patients with Substance Addiction & Dual Diagnosis and patients with Challenging Behaviors in Learning Disabilities. She also specialises in giving psychotherapy. She can perform Self Help Cognitive Behaviour Therapy for depression, anxiety, anger management, stress in adolescents, mindfulness and marital counselling. Various journals written by Dr Harini Atturu have been published on general topics like Physical Health And Side-Effects Monitoring. Don’t Just Screen – Intervene, Valproate Prescribing in Women of Childbearing Age: An Audit of Clinical Practice, Vitamin D Deficiency in Patients With Intellectual Disability On Carbamazepine and Breaking Bad News - A Valproate Reaudit.

Dr. Harini Atturu was also a part of the Royal College Of Psychiatrists’ Faculty Of Forensic Psychiatry Annual Conference, Madrid (Mar 2017). She was invited as a guest of honour at the International Autism Conference -Diagnosis To Treatment from March 3rd – 4th, 2018, in Bangalore where she delivered a speech on the topic of ADHD: Assessment & Management. At CARE Hospitals – HITEC City, Hyderabad, Dr. Harini Atturu is working as a consultant psychiatrist. Being a multilingual person, she can easily communicate with her patients to provide the best treatments.

Bahij Khouzami is a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), and an International Behavior analyst (IBA).He graduated with an M.Ed. in Applied Behavior Analysis specialising in Autism from the Cambridge College, Massachusetts, USA. Bahij has extensive international experience (USA and Dubai) in providing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) services across schools, homes, and clinics. Bahij specialises in early intervention as well as severe problem behaviours. After leaving the states and moving to Dubai, Bahij opened his own practice, Autism Intervention Specialists that serves people with autism and behavioural disorders across multiple settings.

Frank Raubenheimer is a parent of an autistic child, and the operations manager of Aventura Parks in Dubai. As the first attraction in the region to be certified as an autism center, Aventura Parks strives to highlight the importance of inclusion and the benefits of certification with the aim of improving amenities offered to residents and tourists in the middle east.

Professionally she is a senior ABA Therapist. She is a BcABA. She has been working with children of determination since 2018, started as an RBT, and recently passed her BCABA certification. Right now She is working in a center that is operating under a mainstream school environment completely incorporated with ABA principles. She holds a master's degree in computer Application and SENCO Cache level 3.

Minal Potnis holds a MBA degree, and had a successful Career as a senior Human Resources Management Professional. She had also applied her management skills as part of core Team that helped the Indian Physically Challenged Cricket Team win the 2019 World Championship in UK. However her true calling has been in promoting Health Awareness and she has dovetailed into Neurodiversity and Mental Wellness.As one takes a closer look at the alchemy of the achieving person two distinct virtues pop up, besides perseverance and leadership. Is pioneering spirit and out of the box thinking.

She is a co-founder of a non-profit association in Switzerland called STARS - Swiss Team for Autism Resources & Solutions and founder of Puzzle Tree Academy.Olga is an open-minded, positive & dedicated mother of four unique & inspiring individuals. One of her children is on the Autistic Spectrum (previously nonverbal, with a global developmental delay, dyspraxia, and disturbed sleeping patterns) & another has ADHD. Olga holds 15 complimentary diplomas & certifications relevant to the field of Autism & Special Education & her mission is to inspire, support & empower parents, individuals with autism & autism professionals.

Chairman of CognitiveBotics, Technology Expert & Autism Dad Connecting the dots - Parents of autism persons + Technologists perspectives of immense potential to help a person with autism life cycle Udaya Dintyala is the Chairman of CognitiveBotics. Udaya is an experienced technology expert with more than three decades of experience in cloud and AI & business development. He has worked at various MNCs, including AT&T India, where he served as Executive Director and Country Manager. He is also the father of a person with autism.

Dr. Eleonora Palmieri is the Director of Psychological and Pedagogical Victor Center Macerata ( Italy) involved in dyslexia, dyspraxia, autism according the Crispiani Method practices. She is a clinical psychologist, pedagogist and Itard Specialist. She is interested in special pedagogy and neurodevelopment disorders ( language, motor, perception) She has been involved in international projects as a trainer ( Singapore, Mumbai, Hong Kong, Poland, Malesia) and she often attends as expert speaker at International Conferences. She has developed and coordinated partnerships with many experts in different countries, including universities ( Poland, England, Spain, Hong Kong, Singapore), training organizations, research centres, pedagogical advices for teachers and parents. She is the author with Prof. Piero Crispiani of Champion Pressing, Special Intensive Practices of Cognitive Motor Training by Istituto Itard, collana Les sauvages; She has also realized a Video Motor Training Itard, she is the author of many articles and Working Method of Champion LIRM ( Intensive Reading and Motor Speed)

Neena Wagh is the founder and Trustee of this Trust which provides residential facilities to persons with Autism. The young adults live here independently and are learning activities of daily living. She is also on the advisory board of Action for Autism- New Delhi, Bhabhna Trust- West Bengal, and Neon Star Foundation- Nagpur. She is a parent of a special need person with Autism. She has been actively involved with Autism Advocacy for the past 17 years. She has represented the Autism Community during the drafting of the RPWD Act and had spearheaded the team for setting up the Autism website for the National Trust.

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Founder and Director of Kaizora Therapies, Koizora Foundation, Meraki Inclusive Kindergarten (Kenya) and Koizora Child Development Centre (Tanzania). These are multi and interdisciplinary centres serving individuals with developmental disorders (including autism) and partners with the Global Autism Project. She became the first Board Certified Behaviour Analyst in Sub-Saharan Africa in 2014. Over the past 14 years, she has spearheaded autism awareness, acceptance and inclusion through free of charge events for the community in Kenya. She has been a pioneer in pushing evidence-based interventions for developmental disorders and established the Kenya Association of Behavior Analysis, the first ABAI chapter in Africa in 2016. She has presented at numerous conferences including at the United Nations during World Autism Awareness Day. She provides training/consultations for schools, parents, professionals and students. She is currently a member of QABA’s International Standards Committee and an accredited course provider and is studying to become the first Doctor of Behavioral Health in Africa to bridge the gap between therapies and medical health.

Asmahan is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and doctorate researcher. Her thesis focuses on sexual health education and safeguarding procedures with an emphasis on cultural considerations for the Arab world. Asmahan’s experience includes children and adolescents with varying forms of behavioral support needs and diagnoses. She is also a founding member of the Association of Behavior Analysis in Lebanon ( ABAL) and the co-author of a counselling children's book "The Day the World Went Boom". She has a special interest in working with adolescents on functional and vocational programs, community integration, and sexual health education.

She is a US Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and International Behavior Analyst with 20 Years experience of in helping children with their challenges and supporting parents. She has worked in the field of Autism, other Neuro-Developmental Disorders, and Education for over 20 years in the setting of specialized ABA schools, clinics, mainstream schools, group homes, day centers, and residential facilities, before moving to Ireland to set up and run a non-profit school for kids with Autism in Dublin. She is a passionate advocate for expanding awareness and the services of Autism and other Neuro-Developmental Disorders. She is licensed by the Dubai Community Development Authority (CDA).

Dawn Kuhn is the Director of Community Relations for the Sandstone Center for Neurofeedback in The Woodlands, Texas USA. She was a client at Sandstone long before she became an employee. Dawn has a BA and MBA in Business Administration from LeTourneau University and is about to take the exam for her Neurofeedback Technician Certification through the Biofeedback Certification International Alliance, Dawn has two sons with mental health disorders, one with Autism. As a result, she has also been a dedicated mental health advocate for over 10 years.

Agnes C. Kaufman is the Clinical Director at the Sandstone Center for Neurofeedback in the Woodlands, Texas USA. She is a 1991 graduate of National College of Chiropractic in Lombard, Illinois. Her post graduate work and specialty is in acupuncture. She received her diplomat degree from the International Academy of Medical Acupuncture in December of 2011. Dr. Agnes became interested in brain health after she lost her mother to Alzheimer’s disease. In 2018, Dr. Agnes received her Board Certification in Neurofeedback at the Clinician level from the Biofeedback Certification International Alliance.

Dr. Navdeep Sharma is the Director of ND Care nirogam Pvt. Ltd. And has to his credit its expansion and setting up of international branches in various countries worldwide. With a vast clinical experience of more than 20 years, he has treated thousands of patients with various psychological problems such as anxiety, depression, etc and helped children worldwide suffering from ASD or related issues.

Dr Sonali Kataria Sirohi, a Medical Doctor, an ex-AIIMS Consultant, is the Founder of Sunrise Learning Foundation. She is a senior doctor, a social activist, an autism professional, a special-school head, a 2-times TEDx speaker and an autism parent, She is extremely passionate about INCLUSION OF DIFFERENTLY-ABLED PEOPLE (neurodiverse people) into the mainstream society by bridging gaps through INFORMATION-AWARENESS, ACCEPTANCE and CREATING INCLUSIVE SYSTEMS in health-care, educational institutions, and all public services. Currently, she is a member of the panel of doctors at IMA who are fervently involved in modifying the systems at OPD level & Hospital services, to ensure that they are more conducive for managing children & adults with autism.

Deputy Director (Research and Development) Sri Sairam Homoeopathy Medical College. He has 22 Years of thrived experience as Homeopathic Practitioner and 15 Years of Extended experience in teaching profession as a Professor & HOD.

Dr. Zuzana is an Autism & Intellectual Disability family coach who is passionate about supporting neurodiverse people and their families in their journey towards their goals and visions. Zuzana has 20+ years experience in the field of autism. Zuzana has recently embarked on a journey in supporting children and young adults through friendship groups and parent workshops, yet rewarding social relationships.

Tan Hong Chun is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), Qualified Behaviour Analyst (QBA), and Malaysia Certified Behaviour Analyst (MCBA). He has over 9 years of clinical experience in the UK and Dubai working with children with mild to severe learning disabilities including Autism, behaviour, learning, severe challenging behaviour and other social related disorders. He often provides training and supervision to professionals, parents, teachers, and the public. He also has management and leadership experience in consulting, developing, leading, and transforming ABA organisations and service delivery in UAE. Presently he is the Founder of Engage Behavioral Learning providing ABA services in the UAE, and also serving as the Founding President of Malaysia Association of Behaviour Analysis (MABA) in Malaysia.

Martin Schwarz is the lead clinical geneticist in PRENET, centre for prenatal diagnostics and genetics located in Pardubice, Czech Republic. He is also a research worker of Second Medical Faculty of Charles University in Prague. In his research he specialises in molecular diagnostics of rare diseases, human phenotype ontology and 3D scanning. In clinical practice he consults all genetic diagnoses.

Master of Social Sciences and Master of Pedagogical Sciences Clinical educator at the Autism Centers Network "Asyl Miras" in Kazakhstan. Meruert has been working with children with ASD for 8 years.

Neelima is a Board Certified Assistant Behaviour Analyst. She works in Al Noor Training Centre for People of Determination here in Dubai. She has more than a decade of experience working with students with Autism and with their parents.She is responsible for supervising, guiding and supporting the parenttrainer/s in carrying out functioning of the parent training programme as per service delivery process at Al Noor Centre. Neelima also supervises, guides and supports a team of behaviour therapists and members of the Trans-disciplinary Intervention team working with students with ASD in implementingIndividualized Treatment/intervention plans for students with ASD.

Mrs. Reine is the owner of Talking Brains Center, a special needs centre here in Dubai. She is a speech and language therapist and holds a Masters in neuropsychology with more than 23 years of experience. She specialises in children with neurodevelopmental disorders and ASD as well as adults having suffered from neurology disorders such as strokes, brain injury and Parkinson. She uses natural therapy approaches such as Hanen therapy and believes in the crucial role of involving the parents.

Ma'am Rukhsana Shah is from Pakistan. She is founder of Autism Welfare Trust and is based in Lahore. She is a retired federal secretary of the government of Pakistan and has a son with autism.

Prof. Sujata Bhan is a trained psycho-educationist and a teacher educator. She is actively involved in teaching, administration, research, and training teachers in Special Education and inclusive education for the last three decades. She is a registered guide for Ph.D. in special education.

Tarana Khatri is a counselling Psychologist & a Dance Movement Therapist actively working in the field of Counselling and Psychotherapy for the past 7 years. I aim to offer a therapeutic service that is creative, culturally sensitive, queer affirmative and trauma informed.

Dr. Valeria Risoli is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist in Italy and United Arab Emirates (Dubai Health Authority), and Member of American Psychological Association. She offers psychological counselling, assessment, diagnosis and treatment plans for children, adolescents, families and adults. Her goal is to build, together with my clients, a positive, trusting and non-judgmental collaboration to help them look at themselves, find awareness and use their own strengths to overcome any fears and difficulties that may occur in their lives. She has gained specialised experience offering psychological help to children and families for the Seychelles Children Foundation. She adopts a cognitive behavioural approach within a person-centred relational framework and all intervention is tailored to each person based upon his individual traits and needs.

Dr. Boles is a Medical Geneticist with expertise in mitochondrial, other metabolic disorders, and channelopathies. He completed medical school at UCLA, a pediatric residency at Harbor-UCLA, and a genetics fellowship at Yale. Dr. Boles’ clinical and research focus has been on the genetics of common neurological disorders, including autism, ADHD, chronic pain, fatigue, and cyclic vomiting. He has over 90 published papers. Dr. Boles was the Medical Director of a DNA sequencing laboratory for 6 years. He currently is the Director of the NeuroGenomics Program at NeurAbilities, where he applies whole DNA sequencing to determine the cause of disease in his patients. Dr. Boles is also the Chief Medical & Scientific Officer of NeuroNeeds, a company that produces natural nutritional products to assist people with neurological conditions, including autism and other conditions listed above.

Adam is the Head of Occupational Therapy at Camali Clinic with a wealth of experience and training in supporting learning and development for children, teens and their families.Since coming to Dubai over 10 years ago Adam has been instrumental in establishing developmental, educational, and vocational support services here in the UAE as well as providing the highest standard of care for countless families. Adam frequently appears in the media in the UAE discussing disability and healthcare related topics as well as a being regular speaker at professional panels, international conferences and workshops and in 2020 started the AdamtheOT YouTube channel to offer advice and activities on the subject of learning and development.

Ms. Alisha Lalljee has a masters degree in psychology and special education. She holds an MBA in clinical research and hospital management and a diploma in community mental health from NIMHANS. She practices at a clinic in Bandra (Mumbai-India) where she sees toddlers, adolescents, couples & senior citizens.She wrote a weekly column for the newspaper the Free press journal to spread awareness about the special population and the importance of staying mentally fit & healthy. She writes a monthly column in the parenting section of the Indian Express & also a monthly column in the magazine - The Teenager today.

Founder of UAE Special needs mum support group & a disability advocate.Founder and managing director of HOPE AMC, Dubai, UAE.A proud mom of a child with special needs.

Caroline started her career as a scientist with training originally in Medical Mictobiology before moving ultimately into petroleum microbiology working alongside oil industry partners.She later went into business firstly with a relocation company and later with Social Enterprises for people with additional support needs.She is mum to two wonderful people. Her daughter Rebecca is autistic and her son Cameron dyslexic.Finding ways to help her children, especially Rebecca, has fuelled her passion for helping other families with autistic children. Last year she started Network Autism which helps young families of autistic children, with a network of support groups, courses and publications.

Family medicine resident in her final year, at Oman medical speciality board (OMSB)

Dr. Terita F. Gusby is currently the CEO/ Founder of Education Prescriptions a virtual education company serving Grades K12 with an emphasis for students with autism spectrum disorders. She has a doctorate in Curriculum & Instruction and a Master of Science in Urban Education-Diversity, from Kansas State University. She has 2 Bachelor of Science degrees, one in Elementary Education K-8 and one in Special Education K-12 from Culver-Stockton University in the U.S.A. Her education background includes that of a college professor; nominee for Who’s Who Among College Professors; school district administrator, Charter School superintendent; Director of ESL programs; Middle School Vice Principal; Coordinator of Alternate Education Programs, Director of Special Education Transitions; grant writer and classroom teacher.

Dr. Uzma Javed is a Pediatric Physiotherapist, currently employed at Dubai Health Authority, holds a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree with Pediatrics as her speciality. Dr. Uzma who was born and brought up in the UAE, has over 10 years of UAE experience in handling the rehabilitation process of rare & complicated pediatric conditions such as Angelman's Syndrome, Floppy Baby Syndrome, Dandy Walker Syndrome, Down's Syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, Genetic disorders, and Autism Spectrum Disorders with neurodevelopmental delays, motor disorders and sensory deficits.

Elizabeth Vosseller, the Executive Director of I-ASC and founder of Spelling to Communicate (S2C), has worked as a Speech-Language Pathologist with individuals with complex communication and sensory-motor differences since 1995 in hospital, university, and private practice settings. In 2013, she began using Assistive Technology to teach students the purposeful motor skills to Spell to Communicate. Teaching motor versus cognition to access communication, meaningful education, and inclusion have been game changers for nonspeaking individuals. “26 letters equals infinite possibilities!” Since witnessing countless nonspeaking, minimally and unreliably speaking individuals successfully communicate and learn through spelling and typing, Elizabeth and I-ASC are committed to ensuring ALL nonspeaking individuals have access to communication through training, education, advocacy, and research.

Hala Hamdan, a Certified Music Therapist, and Certified Parents' counsellor, with more than ten years of experience in the fields, among them more than 5 years working with children with Autism, and their parents, working in Hospital with children that have cancer, and with children from the special educations. Hala is the former of SADA project along with her colleague Eva Maria Vukic, which is a project aimed to help refugee teams around the world. She is also teaching Online a course about "The attachment Therory" at the Art and Art Therapy institute called "Metafora '' in Spain. Lastly, Hala provides Parents' counselling for parents in her Clinic and Remotely, and provides lectures for parents and teams around the world.

Neurodiversity Advocate, writer and mother of an autistic child. Founder of People of determination Store.

P. Komali Reddy, persued her Bachelors in Audiology and Speech Language Pathology from Sweekaar Academy of Rehabilitation Sciences, Gold Medalist from NIEPID (National Institute and Empowerment for Persons with Intellectual Disabilities, Hyderabad ) for PG in Early Intervention for the year 2021-2022 Currently working as Speech Language Pathologist in the Military Hospital, India

Lynne also known as AwesomismMom is a long time advocate, and activist. She is the mom of four children, her youngest is autistic. She fights for autistic adults, and her and her adult autistic son own Team Awesomism Virtual Academy which is an international online community/Academy for autistic adults. She’s also a blogger, podcaster, author and speaker.

Sasha is a Music therapist (MA) registered as an Allied Health Professional and licensed with the Health Care Professions Council (HCPC) and British Association of Music Therapists in the UK. She is also associated to the World Federation of Music Therapy (WFMT) in the UAE. She has further professional development as a Neurologic music therapist (NMT) underpinned with counselling and Learning Support training.

Thomas Iland (pronounced like “island”) was diagnosed with autism at 13 years old. Since accepting his diagnosis, Thomas has been recognized as an award-winning author and thought leader. He left his career as a certified public accountant in 2015 to become a keynote speaker, certified human potential coach, and diversity, equity & inclusion consultant. He is now the owner of Come To Life Coaching, which is based on the title of his bestselling book, “Come to Life! Your Guide to Self-Discovery.” His mission is to empower individuals on and off the autism spectrum to live the life of their choice.

She is a licensed speech-language pathologist backed with close to 2 decades of professional experience, Zainab Millwall is among the few recognized SLPs based in Chennai offering expert treatment and diagnosis in Pediatric Feeding Disorders and Oral Placement Therapy for speech disorders, at her practice locally and to clients based globally. Her clinic is a front runner in incorporating play-based methods and storytelling for language and communication enhancement, for children along with parent-inclusive therapy programs since 2003.

Mr. John Payne is Chairman & CEO of PURELIFE Health Sciences Group and heads a team of scientific researchers focusing on genetics and its relation to metabolic diseases. The Arizona and Florida based research group has spent 37 years researching and identifying causes and solutions to metabolic syndrome health issues based on genetics and gut flora, DNA based nutritional adaptation, and the interactions between genes and the gut-brain axis that are critical to live long & healthy lives. Significant research has been done in the ancient areas of Africa and Australia to identify genetically compatible ingestible sources to support broad spectrum human health, taking into consideration xenohormesis, and how it can affect mitochondrial and telomere health, geography, ethnicity, and culture. PURELIFE Health Sciences has bio-engineered scientific formulas and clinical protocols that meet the WHO criteria for being genetically compatible, while reducing inflammation and boosting the immune system resulting in significant improvements in cognitive health. They bridge mankind’s ancient, genetically determined DNA with the biological human needs of today. What we eat and drink must match our inherited DNA to be effective in supporting our overall health and wellness.

Dr.Gaurav Chadha is the Director of the Centre for Hope (An intervention center for persons with special needs). He is a Certified Autism Movement Therapy Provider. Also, a Certified sensory integration therapy provider. Along with he is a Certified Brain Gym Therapy provider, Certified motor planning trainer, and Certified Sex Educator for Special Needs.

Nutritional Therapist & Advanced Brain Development with nutrition advisor Blue Life Rx Co-owner at Blue Life Rx Creating and managing programs for families of children with autism to support children to speech and independence Presenting in front of groups large and small for education in lifestyle medicine, implementation strategy, and interventional life coaching for families Seeing clients.

Faizan Masood is a Certified Counsellor/Psychotherapist and an Expressive Art Specialist. He has experience of working with a diverse population for 10 years, specializing in empowering parent-child relationships through the body and action-oriented Expressive Art Therapies. He attends to individuals and groups on the Autism Spectrum from a relational space using expressive arts, plays, mindfulness, movement/dance therapies, and psychodynamic interventions.

She completed a Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degree in Speech and Hearing from the University of Mysore, India in 1986. She completed a Master of Education degree in Autism (Children) from the University of Birmingham, UK in 2005. She has over 35 years of experience working with children with speech and language delays and with individuals with autism. Her passion is empowering parents to meet the communication needs of children with disabilities. More recently, she was certified as a practitioner for Spelling to Communicate, a technique that gives nonspeaking individuals a voice.

Qurratulain is an entrepreneur and mother of a son on Autism Spectrum. Her life turned upside down when her then 3.5 years old son lost his speech and social skills all of a sudden. Desperate to find solutions, trying to find an answer to "why me?", juggling between career and meeting the additional needs of her child, and spending sleepless nights educating herself, she has seen the toughest days, just like any other parent of a child diagnosed with Autism. Qurratulain is also an active community builder, and a volunteer for the causes focused on raising awareness, inclusion, and parent & child empowerment.

Zahra is a mama bear to her 4 boys, Her twins embarked her on a journey of therapies and centers which led her to be part and admin support groups in Dubai, in 2016 she launched netaawon.com a website where parents can find information and support. In 2021 she started the process of founding Georgetown early intervention center in Dubai which she Manages today!

Founder And Managing Director At Jad's Inclusion Dubai. A multiple award winner of which the 2018 Female Entrepreneur of the year award at The Women in Lead Economic Forum, 2019 Timeout Kids Outstanding Contribution Award. A diplomat’s daughter, a citizen of the world who is fluent in Arabic, English, and Spanish, Rana is able to bring her global perspective to everything she does and hopes to grow her dream to the world.

Autism Advocate & Young Professional

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She is an Autism Specialist and an Autism Mother. Her son is 14 years old. She is the general manager of Al- Faisal Universal Center. She is an Accept Autism Team Leader.

He is an Irish licensed Audiologist , Speech & Language therapist with working experience in Asia, China & EU. He help to empower my clients & communication partners to communicate using evidence based technologies. He is passionate about using technology for my clients to achieve potential . He have evolved with changing times as a tele speech and language therapist providing online services , consultancy and manpower training . Along with he works as a board member "Arunima" in Uttarakhand, India providing residential services for adults with Autism Spectrum & a resource expert for SERRENDIP in Madhya Pradesh ,India.

Family medicine resident in her final year, at Oman medical speciality board (OMSB)

Dr. Hemangi Sane is the founder of Asha Ek Hope foundation for ALS/MND, India and Deputy Director & Head of Research and Development, Consultant Physician at NeuroGen Brain and Spine Institute, Navi Mumbai. Her unique broad and sensitive outlook comes from her experience as a clinician, researcher and as an ALS patient herself. She obtained MBBS degree from the prestigious GS Medical College & KEM Hospital, Mumbai University Then she post graduated with MD, degree in Internal Medicine from the renowned New York Medical College, USA. She is also certified in ‘Precision and Anti-Aging Medicine’ from USA She has more than 20 years of clinical experience in which she has more than 100 scientific peer reviewed publications in International and National medical journals. She has co-authored more than 12 medical books, along with multiple chapters in various International Medical Books. She has received numerous national and international awards. She envisions an independent and better quality of life for patients with ALS/MND. Her positivity, compassion and enthusiasm are an inspiration to others.

A well-versed occupational therapist, team leader, and coach, specializing in high-quality service delivery. With over 7 years of experience in the field of clinical practice and health care management, now looking for an exciting new challenge within an international milieu, returning to hands-on clinical work. She is Certified in Kinesiology taping practitioner levels 1-2 and 3-4.

Dr. Alok Sharma is the Professor & Head of the Department of Neurosurgery at LTM Medical College & Hospital, Mumbai India. He is also the Director of NeuroGen Brain and Spine Institute and KLS Institute of AntiAging both in Navi Mumbai. He is the President of the Stem Cell Society (India) and Vice President of the International Association of Neurorestoratology. He has published 172 scientific papers, authored 24 books, contributed chapters in 19 textbooks and made over 200 scientific presentations. He is a world-renowned pioneer in the field of cellular therapy for neurological disorders having treated more than 12,000 patients from 75 different countries. His landmark accomplishments include the publication of the World’s first scientific paper on the role of cellular therapy in Autism. He has revolutionized the management of neurodevelopmental disorders with his innovative combination of cellular and integrative therapies. For this, he has received several international and national awards such as the Rose of Paracelsus award from the EMA Oxford 2016, The European award for best practices, Brussels 2018, The Bharat Gaurav Award, London 2019, The Newton Universal legendary Award, Boston 2022, The Sino Phil Asia International Peace Award, Manila 2023 etc. He did original research on the use of Stem cells and Ozone therapy in COVID-19 and has published 4 papers and 2 books on COVID-19.

Dr. Shriharsh Jahagirdar is an Assistant Professor (OT). Has been working on Adults with Autism using cognitive approaches. He has been an invited speaker and has podcasts on the topic. He has extensive experience of using various cognitive and sensory connection theories with individuals with autism. He also runs a support group called Samayog, initiated by Institute for Psychological Health, Thane for parents of individuals with Autism.

AJ Cullen Langell has worked in the field of Autism for over 15 years. After earning her Master's Degree from Boston University, AJ went on to become a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker. In addition to her professional experience, AJ has a family member on the Autism Spectrum that has inspired her work in the field.AJ currently works for the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services. AJ wrote and self-published a children's book in 2021 detailing her late dog's work as a therapy dog. She has utilised therapy dogs in her practice since 2012 and has a passion for connecting those on the Spectrum with exposure to animal-assisted therapy and psychiatric service dogs.

She is the Founder and the Managing Director of MyMaximus the first Vocational Training and Employment Centre for people of Determination in the United Arab Emirates. She holds more than 30 years of experiences in telecommunications and education fields and, entrusted with senior roles in government and private companies. She is the Founder of Just- ITC an international telecommunication boutique consultancy,based in Dubai and with branches in Saudi Arabia, UK and France. She holds a master’s degree in strategic marketing from Middlesex University UK and a bachelor’s degree on Organizational Behaviour and Management from Ahfad University for Women Sudan.