Collaborations & Projects

 
 

CAARES along with other individuals and organizations aims to promote inclusivity and equity for Neurodivergent individuals through education, supports, and research.

Would you like to collaborate with CAARES? Contact us at Autism@sunyempire.edu.

Building an Inclusive Higher Education Environment, OARacle Newsletter, Organization for Autism Research, by CAARES’ Dr. Noor Syed

Organization for Autism Research Self-Advocacy Hub - Includes a variety of pieces by CAARES’ Dr. Lauren Lestremau Allen

Promoting Employment Success for Autistic College Graduates (White Paper) by NEXT for AUTISM, CAARES, and Freddie Mac. The paper explains the results from surveys taken by colleges and universities that have implemented autism support programs. Surveys sought to learn more about the programs and understand the challenges they encounter. Authors: Lauren Steinbacher (NEXT for AUTISM), Dr. Noor Syed (SUNY Empire State University), Sarah Crump (Freddie Mac)

SUNY Access for All Webinar Series: Supporting Our Diverse Student Body by Dr. Noor Syed and Dr. Lauren Allen. Webinars discuss universal strategies to support student success in higher education environments.

Focus on… Ethical Caseloads and Practice in Schools by Dr. Noor Syed

Podcast episode, Behaviour Speak Podcast “Episode 63: Equity and Systems Change with Dr. Noor Syed, Ph.D., BCBA-D”
Dr. Syed discusses her work developing sustainable systems locally with a fantastic ABA program at SUNY Empire State College where she has applied concepts from universal design and positive behaviour interventions and supports globally through the Anderson Centre disseminating behaviour analysis worldwide.

Podcast episode, “Always Defending” with guest Michael Gilberg, Esq. & host Armando J. Bernal, M.Ed., BCBA, LBA
Michael Gilberg is a special education lawyer and autism advocate who currently supports the needs of children and adolescents in the school system. From childhood dream jobs to a call for advocacy and defense, Michael Gilberg and I discuss what challenges individuals with autism currently face. Be sure to listen to his incredible advice with special thanks to Dr. Noor Syed and Dr. Lauren Allen in collaboration with the SUNY Empire State Center for Autism Advocacy: Research, Education, and Supports (CAARES).” Read more about Michael Gilberg and Armando Bernal’s Autism International Consulting.

Podcast episode, ABA Inside Track Episode 269 - Systemic and Sustainable Change Toward Equity w/ Dr. Noor Syed
Dr. Noor Syed discusses creating equitable practices in ways that may support sustainable and society-wide, paradigm-breaking changes.

Saratoga Library
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Neurodiversity Club, hosted in Saratoga Springs, NY through collaboration between CAARES & the Saratoga Springs Public Library

The club was created for autistic and neurodivergent kids and teens in grades K-12 and their friends and families, the goal of the club is to be student-directed, so those who attend can spend their time in a way that is fun and meaningful for them. “The aim is for Autistic and neurodivergent children and teens to have fun and make connections in a welcoming environment,” said Lauren Allen, assistant director of CAARES. “There will be various self-directed activity stations to choose from such as crafts, games, Legos, and dancing, but we hope to see the students who attend the club really make it their own. Register for the program through the library’s website or contact Autism@sunyempire.edu for assistance.

CAARES launched its Peer2Peer Student Connection Program Spring 2024. Peer2Peer seeks to support students with the academic and social transition into and success within college. Students of all backgrounds and identities, and at all stages of the college experience, whether they’re in their first or fifth year are welcome to participate. Based on the number of student facilitators, priority may be given to students who identify as Neurodivergent and/or those with mental health or chronic health needs. Students are not required to disclose a diagnosis/es and/or provide documentation to participate (content bolded). Interested SUNY Empire students should contact Autism@sunyempire.edu.

Dr. Noor Syed added to the Scientific Council of the Organization for Autism Research (OAR), which “oversees the OAR annual research competitions and produces the highest quality reviews for prospective research study results.”

Dr. Lauren Lestremau Allen serves as a HUB Team Member for the Anderson Center for Autism ECHO Autism Education. The Extension for Community Healthcare Outcomes (ECHO) offers an interdisciplinary learning community. Monthly sessions are free and include a case discussion and a didactic presentation.

Lestremau Allen, L., Mellon, L. S., Syed, N., Johnson, J. F., Bernal, A. (2024). Neurodiversity-affirming applied behavior analysis. Behavior Analysis in Practice.

Syed, N., Russell, C., Marshall, K., Tereshko, L., & Driscoll, N. (in press). Embedding intercultural responsiveness in graduate coursework and supervision training. In DeSouza, A. & Crone-Todd, D. (Eds.). Behavior Analysis in Higher Education: Teaching and Supervision. Vernon Press.

Lestremau Allen, L. & Syed, N. (2024). Mentoring Autistic and neurodivergent students: A universal design approach. All About Mentoring.

Research Ethics in Behavior Analysis: From Laboratory to Clinic and Classroom by Editors David J. Cox, Noor Syed, Matthew T. Brodhead, & Shawn P. Quigley, “A complete guide on the design and application of research ethics in behavior analysis”…including principles and values of scientific research ethics and a variety of under-discussed topics unique to behavior analysis (e.g., cultural background and generalizability, assent and consent for intervention vs. research).

Syed, N., Mellon, E., & Kristiansen, S. (2022). Diversity in research. In D. Cox, N. Syed, M. Brodhead, and S. Quigley (Eds.), Research Ethics in Behavior Analysis. Elsevier.

Mellon, L., Syed, N., Lestremau Allen, L. (2022). An analysis of the statewide shortage of ABA Professionals in New York. Excelsior, 16(1), 62-81. Retrieved https://surface.syr.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1120&context=excelsior.

Alai-Rosales, S., Pritchett, M., Linden, A., Cunningham, I., & Syed, N. (2022). Be humble, learn, and care: Culturally responsive evidence-based practice. In Leaf, J. (Ed.) Handbook of Applied Behavior Analysis Intervention for Autism: Springer.

Vallera, F. & Syed, N. (2021). Encouraging awareness and empathy for diversity through experiential practiced simulations. International Jounral of Designs for Learning, 14(2), 1-13. Retrieved .

Hilton, J., Syed, N., Weiss, M.J., Tereshko, L., Marya, V., Marshall, K., Gatzunis, K., Russell, C., & Driscoll, N. (2021). Initiatives to address diversity, equity, and inclusion within a higher education ABA department. Behavior and Social Issues, 30, 58-81. Retrieved https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s42822-021-00082-y

Syed, N., Marshall, K.B, Russell, C., Tereshko, L.M., & Driscoll, N. (2024). Embedding cultural responsiveness in graduate coursework and supervision training. In DeSouza, A. &Crone-Todd, D. (Eds.). Behavior analysis in higher Education (pp. 305-336). Vernon Press.

Syed, N., Lestremau Allen, L., Baldwin, J., Tereshko, L.M., & Weiss, M.J. (in press). In Dyer, K., Weiss, M.J., Tereshko, L.M., & Linnehan, A. (Eds.). Fostering community, social connection, & belonging: The behavior analyst’s guide to neurodiversity. Sloan Publishing.

Lestremau Allen, L. & Bellone Mount, K. (in press). Consultation and collaboration. In L. Toby & E. Ranade (Eds.), Psychology essentials for behavior analysis. Springer.

 

For information on other current or previous collaborations or projects, contact Autism@sunyempire.edu.

 




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