Association for Behavior Analysis International

Forthcoming.

ABA Saudi Arabia is an affiliated ABAI chapter that was formed in January 2013 and officially granted chapter status in May 2013 during the 39th Annual Convention in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This chapter caters for the entire Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The chapter president is Ms. Mona Al-Haddad, BCBA who is currently a lecturer and practicum co-ordinator and supervisor in the Special Education program in Dar Al-Hekma College in Jeddah. The current poster outlines the background of each of the committee members and describes the numerous achievements of ABA Saudi Arabia since its creation. These accomplishments include the provision of workshops and guest lectures , the development of a website, the publication of bi-annual newsletters, and the creation of a taskforce for the translation of seminal English ABA literature into formal Arabic. The poster also outlines the objectives for the upcoming year.

Since 1980, the Berkshire Association for Behavior Analysis and Therapy has supported and promoted the professional practice of applied behavior analysis in Massachusetts. To accomplish this goal, we: conduct an annual conference of international scholars, researchers, and practitioners; provide continuing education opportunities for behavior analysts; disseminate professional practice advisory policies; alert members to regional and national issues affecting the practice of ABA; encourage student development and scholarship in ABA; recognize the leaders in the field and their enduring contributions; and support legislative advocacy for the professional practice of applied behavior analysis. During the past year BABAT gathered over 1,200 individuals for its annual conference, supported a members social and professional practice CE event, assisted with legislative activities leading to licensure of behavior analysts in Massachusetts, and have assisted the Commonwealth of Massachusetts with forming a professional licensure board for behavior analysts. Join us at the ABAI Expo to learn more about the chapter and its recent activities.

The mission of CalABA is to promote the science and theory of behavior analysis through the support of research, education and practice. In order to fulfill this mission, CalABA commits to the following activities: Support a certification process for behavior analysts and assistant behavior analysts; Advocate for behavior analysis services and the profession; Promote quality assurance in behavior analysis; Provide resources and information related to behavior analysis; Advance behavior analysis via professional development activities

European ABA is an umbrella organization for national organizations of behavior analysis in Europe. http://www.europeanaba.org/ Our mission is 1. To provide an international forum within Europe for the study and discussion of matters relevant to behavior analysis. 2. To encourage high quality education and professional certification throughout Europe. 3. To organize congresses/conferences in experimental and applied behavior analysis. 4. To establish and maintain relations between behavior analysis organizations inside and outside Europe. 5. To maintain web pages/bulletin boards to facilitate communication. For more information about EABA contact us by email to info@europeanaba.org

The Experimental Analysis of Behaviour Group (EABG) is the UKs leading behaviour analysis organisation. With over 400 members we have organised international meetings for over four decades. In the recent past our meetings have been held in the University College London and continue to provide an exciting forum for the dissemination and discussion of high quality behaviour analytic research from across Europe. The EABG now works in collaboration with the European Association for Behaviour Analysis (EABA) and holds biennial meetings. The next meeting of the EABG will be in held in London Easter, 2011. The 2011 meeting will also be marked by a special edition of the European Journal of Behavior Analysis (EJOBA). The evidence from the EABG meetings suggests that behaviour analysis in Europe is faring well. The European Association for Behaviour Analysis, and its allied Journal the European Journal of Behaviour Analysis, mark exciting endeavours in the continuing development of behaviour analysis across Europe.

Please visit and say hello to representatives of the Florida Association for Behavior Analysis (FABA). Learn about our goals, advocacy, outreach, and other activities. FABA celebrates its 34th anniversary in 2014 and will have its big annual multi-track conference in Bonita Springs from September 1720. A great lineup of invited speakers and other presenters will provide CE workshops on Wednesday and Saturday. Thursday and Friday will be filled with top quality symposia, panels, posters, IGNITE, and other presentations. Favorite special events will include Speed Networking, SIG Roundtable Lunches, Poster Bingo, and more. Please drop by our expo booth to learn more about FABA, give us feedback, ask questions, and get on our mailing list. Don't forget to add www.FABAworld.org to your list of favorite websites.

The Four Corners Association for Behavior Analysis is an independent, non-profit, professional organization affiliated with the Association for Behavior Analysis, an international organization dedicated to promoting the experimental, theoretical, and applied analyses of behavior. Our members reside, teach, conduct research and practice primarily in Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico and Utah.

The purpose of Heartland ABA (HLABA) is to promote the analytical science of behavior and its associated technologies within the Heartland area (Nebraska, Iowa, and the surrounding area). HLABA's objectives are to serve as a professional reference group for all in the Heartland whose work involves the principles and practices of behavior analysis; promote research that will advance the understanding of human behavior; identify and promote the use of effective treatment procedures in meeting the educational, therapeutic, and habilitative needs of persons in the Heartland within the ethical guidelines set forth by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board; organize and sponsor training events that serve as forums for presentation of technological achievements in behavior analysis; promote the development and expansion of education, training, and employment in the field of behavior analysis; and support efforts of allied organizations in providing behavior analytic services.

The Iowa Association for Behavior Analysis (Iowa ABA) was chartered in June 2008 as a state chapter of ABAI for professional, scientific, and education purposes. Iowa ABA's primary functions include serving as a scientific and professional reference group for all in the State of Iowa who identify themselves as scientists, practitioners, or providers in disciplines that embrace the principles and practices of behavior analysis. Iowa ABA supports the development of professional credentialing for the practice of behavior analysis within the State of Iowa. The chapter also supports and encourages expanding the educational and supervisory resources to aid individuals in meeting current and future credentialing requirements. Iowa ABA also supports the development of ethical and professional standards of practice for behavior analysts within the State of Iowa. Iowa ABA promotes the use of effective and humane behavioral procedures in meeting the educational and habilitative needs of individuals. Iowa ABA provides education and advises political, legislative, and policy-making bodies with respect to all matters pertaining to behavior analysis in the State of Iowa. Iowa ABA promotes and supports the conduct of behavior analytic research within the State of Iowa. Iowa ABA serves as a resource for parents and service providers interested in research based practices in behavior analysis.

This poster describes the purpose and purview of the Kansas Association or Behavior Analysis (KansABA). Our mission is to disseminate information about the science and practice of behavior analysis; address issues relevant to its science and practice; maintain disciplinary, professional, and ethical standards; and recruit and enhance interest in behavior analysis throughout the State and in the Kansas City metropolitan area. KansABA is governed by an Executive Council that consists of a president, full member representative, an affiliate representative, and a student representative. The Council is assisted by a secretary and a treasurer. In addition, KansABA has a Legislative Affairs Committee, a Membership Committee, Web Site Committee, and a BACB Certification Committee. KansABAs main activity is its annual conferences. Our conferences are built around themes in research, training, and practice in Kansas to inform Kansans. The theme of research-to-practice (and practice-to-research) informs their orientation and the content of many presentations. The theme of this years conference was autism and intellectual and developmental disabilities. This poster will also describe our newest initiatives.

The Mission of the Korean ABA is to contribute to successful research and education for individuals with Emotional and Behavioral Disability and Autism through collaboration with members. Many individuals with EBD in South Korea face various challenges to live in their society. This chapter aims to understand their lives and create and implement various strategies for practical support of their lives via collaboration between their community and this chapters members. In order to support people with EBD, all members felt Applied Behavior Analysis and Positive Behavior Support strategies are powerful for practical support. In addition, the Korean ABA has been highly motivated to work cooperatively with ABAI chapters in different regions to advance scientific and practical application of applied behavior analysis in Korean society.

MABA's purpose and mission is to develop and disseminate knowledge about behaviour analysis as a science. MABA's interests lie in basic science focusing on principles governing human and nonhuman behaviour (i.e., the experimental analysis of behaviour) as well as applied science focusing on application of those principles for improvement of socially important problems (i.e., the applied behaviour analysis), and disseminating this information to stimulate interest in, and correct misunderstandings of behaviour analysis. To achieve this MABA is committed to ensuring opportunities to meet certification requirements within our province, providing information to our members and to the public about behaviour analysis, and hosting professional development opportunities including our annual conference. In 2013 MABA published 2 newsletters and hosted its 8th annual conference with Dr. Raymond Miltenberger as our keynote speaker. MABA continues to focus its efforts on licensing Behaviour Analysts in the province of Manitoba, increasing membership, and disseminating information about Behaviour Analysis to members of the Behaviour Analytic community and to the public through workshops and our student poster competition, the development of our website and social media, and the distribution of our bi-annual newsletter.

The mission of Montana ABA is to support students and professionals in the field of behavior analysis through education, research, and practice. Join us at the ABAI Expo to learn more about the chapter and its recent activities.

The Nevada Association for Behavior Analysis is an affiliate chapter of ABAI. Our continued mission is to promote intellectual exchange and professional development in the field of behavior analysis in all its facets to include: philosophical, theoretical, experimental, applied, and practice. Through participation in the Expo, the Nevada Association for Behavior Analysis will promote awareness of this affiliate chapter and the resources currently available to members through our interactive website. Additions to our website include a news blog, a discussion forum, new practitioner reports from experts in our area, and articles and updates regarding licensure, insurance billing, and other relevant topics and issues in behavior analysis. NABA will also provide information about its annual, single-track conference held in the Fall in Reno, Nevada.

New Hampshire ABA (NHABA) was founded in 2013 to promote the development and awareness of behavioral services within the state of New Hampshire by: supporting the development of state standards for the practice of behavior analysis, promoting and supporting behavior analytic research within the state, promoting research, education, and practice-based principles of behavior analysis, promoting and supporting professional development of behavior analysts within the state, and raising awareness of the association and it services. As a new chapter of the Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI), NHABA has already begun to work on specific tasks to help us achieve our mission as described in this poster.

North Carolina Association for Behavior Analysis (NCABA) celebrated its 25th anniversary conference February 19-21, 2014, in Winston-Salem. Our president, Kristie Thompson, coordinated an outstanding array of speakers for our conference including Charlie Catania, Carol Pilgrim, Denny Reid, Marsha Parsons, Jeannie Golden, Jim Bodfish, Cynthia Anderson, Susan Wilczynski and others. The NCABA conference featured fifteen presentations, a poster session and six workshops offered for both behavior analyst and psychologist continuing education credits. Attendees received over 1000 behavior analyst CEs for BCBAs and BCaBAs in NC and surrounding states. Visit our great NCABA website (www.nc-aba.com) for news about next year's 26th anniversary conference in February, 2015, and to view our NCABA newsletters and history of awards. Don't forget to "Catch someone doing good!"

Norwegian ABA is a registered non-profit organization. Membership is open to anyone interested in behavior analysis and its application. At present it has 900 members, and its steadily growing. The organization is run by a Board of nine members with full executive powers, chaired by a president. There are several regional affiliated chapters. The Board is elected at the annual General Assembly. The Norwegian Association is an affiliated chapter of ABA international.

Founded in 2008, The Ohio Association for Behavior Analysis (OHABA) is an affiliated chapter of Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI). The Ohio Association for Behavior Analysis is a professional organization dedicated to supporting the growth and dissemination of applied behavior analysis in the public and private sectors. OHABA is an organization for people interested in behavior analysis and is primarily an interest group.

The Oregon Association for Behavior Analysis (ORABA) is a member organization for professionals, parents, caregivers, educators, researchers and others who are interested in promoting the field of behavior analysis within Oregon. ORABA is an approved chapter of the Association for Behavior Analysis International (ABAI), an affiliate of the Association for Professional Behavior Analysts (APBA) and an approved CEU provider by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB).

The Swedish Association for Behavior Analysis (SWABA) was founded in 1996. SWABA is devoted to supporting behavior analysts in Sweden and to promoting the internationalization of behavior analysis. The organization currently has approximately 150 members. The interest for behavior analysis in Sweden has grown over recent years, with increasing demands for applied behavior analysis from among parent and support groups for autism and developmental disorders. The interest among professionals is also growing, mainly among psychologists, special educational teachers, and speech therapists. SWABA arranges seminars twice a year and will host the European Association of Behavior Analysis conference in Stockholm in September 10-13, 2014.

Taiwan Association for Behavior Analysis (TABA) was affiliated in 2005 as a national chapter of ABAI. One of our missions is to spread the knowledge of behavior analysis to professionals and parents. In order to dissiminate the practical use of ABA principles in the education and treatment of people with special needs, TABA has been worked closely with the Taiwan government to provide ABA training workshop every year. TABA's accomplishments in the past year are illustrated. These include the 2013 TABA Annual Conference with special topics on intraverbal training, preference assessment, and natural environment teaching, and a series of ABA workshops for parents, teachers, and professionals. TABA also opened the second BCaBA course sequence. Additionally, as TABA develops and matures, demands from both parents and practitioners are increasing on how to systematically apply ABA techniques to teach, how to asses, and what to teach. We are delighted that the Child Welfare Bureau, Ministry of the Interior, acknowledges the needs for training for low income families and provides funding for the training. The goal of this intermediate ABA training workshop is to provide parents with basic knowledge in ABA principles and prepare them to work more effectively for the long term wellbeing of their children. TABA's cooperation with universities and non-profit organizations to promote behavior analysis will be discussed as well.

The Washington Association for Behavior Analysis, formally - Northwestern Association for Behavior Analysis was founded in 1989 to promote the ethical, humane and effective application of behavior principles in all segments of society, including education, rehabilitation, developmental disabilities, business, and government. WABAs primary goals are to promote the profession of Behavior Analysis in the community and provide the best continuing education opportunities to members. The Washington Association for Behavior Analysis (WABA), serves as a scientific and professional reference group that embraces the principles and practices of behavior analysis. Our goal is to promote research that will advance the understanding of behavior and to identify and promote the use of effective and humane behavioral procedures that meet the educational and habilitative needs of individuals. In addition, WABA strives to serve as a resource for political, legislative, and policy-making bodies in the Pacific Northwest in ways that support the scientific and professional interests of behavior analysis. WABA is a membership organization that provides an annual convention as a forum for presentation of scientific and technological achievements. The association is an affiliate chapter of the Association for Behavior Analysis.

ABA India a Not for Profit, Non Government Organization has been working towards advocating Applied Behavior Analysis in India since 2006. This has led to a gradual increase in professionals seeking to study Behavior Analysis. India today has 10 BCBA's, 3 BCaBA's and another 30 + studying towards certification. ABA India Chapter faces tremendous Challenges in its pursuit of advocating Behavior Analysis and service delivery mechanisms. not only for the Autism community but also the development of behavior principles in other areas of social development. The present scenario includes all Behavior Analysts in India working only in the field of Autism making the community narrow in its focus. Inspite of Government apathy and red-tapism ABA India has conducted 3 well attended ABA Conferences to explain the science, build awareness and initiate dialogue to an audience yet unexposed.

Arizona Association for Behavior Analysis (AZ ABA) was founded to promote the science of behavior and its associated technologies within Arizona. AZ ABA shall serve as a scientific and professional reference group for all in Arizona who identify themselves as scientists or practitioners in disciplines that embrace the principles and practices of behavior analysis. The association will promote research that will advance the understanding of both human and animal behavior and identify and promote the use of effective and humane behavioral procedures in meeting the educational, (re)habilitation, and behavioral health needs of persons within Arizona. AZ ABA shall also advise political, legislative, and policy-making bodies with respect to all matters pertaining to behavior analysis within Arizona.