2025 Annual Conference

• Be a community resource
• Advance our ability to practice
• Purposeful governance
• Connection
• Integrity of Action

Suggested topics for consideration may include but not limited to:

• ABA in Education
• Ethical use of AI in ABA
• Digital Data Collection and Automation in ABA Programs
• Virtual Reality and Gamification in Skill Acquisition
• Community-Based Interventions
• Behavior Analysis and Sexuality 
• Innovations in Early Intervention for Autism and Developmental Disabilities
• Adult and Adolescent Service Delivery
• Parent and Caregiver Training Across Contexts
• Parent Training to support independence in adulthood.
• Extending behavior training to caregivers in diverse environments.
• Staff Training in Adult Services
• Value Based Care
• Case Management Strategies for Complex Cases
• Best Practices in Supervision and Mentorship for BCBA Trainees
• ABA Beyond Autism: Applications in Geriatrics, Mental Health, and Criminal Justice, Substance Use Disorders
• Staff Training and Retention Strategies in ABA Organizations
• Addressing Disparities in Access to ABA Services
• Community Reinforcement Approach (CRA)
• Psychological Safety in ABA Teams: Creating a Supportive Work Environment
• Practical Strategies for Teaching Adaptive Skills (e.g., self-care, social skills, executive functioning)
• Multidisciplinary Approaches in ABA (Collaboration with OT, SLP, Medical Professionals)
• Neurodivergent-affirming ABA practices
•  Culturally Responsive ABA: Meeting the Needs of Diverse Populations
• Trauma-informed/assumed care
•  Ethics, Integrity and Professionalism in ABA organizations
• Acceptance and Commitment Training in ABA 

Additional Poster guidelines

Poster Session Requirements and Best Practices

Poster Size and Layout Requirements: 3’10” by 3’10” or 36" by 48"
Submissions must include a 150–200-word abstract. A photograph of your poster will be requested upon selection at a later date.

Best practice guidelines for creating and presenting a successful poster:

1. Clear and Concise Title: Your title should accurately reflect the content of your research and be easy to understand.

2. Logical Layout: Organize your poster in a logical flow, typically following the structure of your research (Introduction, Methods, Results, Discussion, Conclusion).

3. Visual Appeal: Use a clean and visually appealing design with clear fonts, graphics, and colors. Avoid clutter and excessive text.

4. Readability: Ensure that text is legible from a distance. Use large font sizes for headings and important points.

5. Graphics and Visuals: Incorporate relevant charts, graphs, tables, images, and diagrams to illustrate key findings and concepts. Make sure they are high quality and clearly labeled.

6. Brief Text: Keep text concise and focused. Use bullet points or short paragraphs to convey information.

7. Engagement: Prepare a brief oral summary of your poster to deliver to viewers who stop by. Be ready to engage in discussions and answer questions about your research.

8. Contact Information: Include your name, affiliation, and contact information (e.g., email) so interested parties can follow up with questions or collaborations.

9. Practice: Practice your presentation beforehand to ensure you can effectively communicate your research in a brief and engaging manner.

10. Arrive Early: Arrive early to set up your poster and ensure everything is in order before the session begins.

Submission Rubric for Reference

• Does the poster align with the conference theme or session topic?
• Is the research timely and relevant to the field?
• Is the title clear and descriptive?
• Are the objectives of the study clearly stated?
• Is the poster well-organized with logical flow (Introduction, Methods, Results, Discussion, Conclusion)?
• Are key points and findings clearly presented?
• Is the research question clearly defined?
• Does the research offer new insights or perspectives?
• Allows for high engagement and potential impact on attendees.
• Does the abstract display correct spelling, capitalization, punctuation, and grammar?
• Is the poster controversial in nature or could potentially cause harm to a marginalized community?
• If a preview of the poster is provided with submission: Is the layout visually appealing and easy to follow?
• Are fonts, colors, and graphics used effectively?
• Are images, charts, graphs, and tables clear and relevant? (Not Scored)