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Why the need for the World Summit 2008: Learning Disabilities Fact or Fiction?
It is estimated that 10 - 15% of the population has a learning disability and / or ADHD. Many who are undiagnosed live marginal lives, underutilizing their skills and abilities. This has a cost to business, society and to personal lives.
"The purpose of this important summit is to transition learning disabilities from an invisible disability into a visible ability," explained 2008 Chair, Brenda Martin.
The World Summit 2008 will bring together 250 top world experts in the field of Learning Disabilities and ADHD, including: psychology, medicine, government, research, education, justice, corporate, and consumers.
The World Summit 2008 has been purposefully designed to allow for intimate interaction, debate, and most importantly, development of concrete future plans by way of a government white paper and a two-part television series.
The World Summit 2008 will create awareness within regional and international communities to affect change. The Summit will enhance research, awareness and the quality of life for those with learning disabilities through:
- A government white paper to influence policy and legislation;
- A CD and Internet resources for employers, medical professionals and families affected by learning disabilities;
- A Summary Book for conference participants
- An article that summarizes World Summit 2008 will be submitted to a respected scientific journal
- Community-based programs that inform the public about recent developments in the field of LD
- A documentary about learning disabilities that will appear on ACCESS TV