Association for Behavior Analysis International

This meeting will address new developments in the Behavior Analyst Certification Board that relate to universities with BACB approved course sequences and approved experience courses. All BACB university contact faculty are urged to attend or send a faculty representative.

The Kentucky Association for Behavior Analysis will be holding its annual business meeting to discuss the direction of the chapter, provide updates on current business items, and receive feedback on chapter activities. All current members and all individuals interested in Kentucky behavior analysis are invited to attend.

The Iowa Association for Behavior Analysis (IowaABA) was chartered in June 2008 as a state chapter of ABAI for professional, scientific, and education purposes. IowaABA'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. IowaABA 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. IowaABA also supports the development of ethical and professional standards of practice for behavior analysts within the State of Iowa. IowaABA promotes the use of effective and humane behavioral procedures in meeting the educational and habilitative needs of both normal and intellectually disabled persons. IowaABA provides education and advises political, legislative, and policy-making bodies with respect to all matters pertaining to behavior analysis in the State of Iowa. IowaABA promotes and supports the conduct of behavior analytic research within the State of Iowa.

This is our annual business meeting.

The Northwestern Association for Behavior Analysis (NWABA) is excited to announce that it is once again an active chapter of ABAI. NWABA recently has moved its annual conference from October to March in hopes to increase participation from school personnel and institutions of higher education. Please join us in attending the business meeting where we will discuss key issues regarding our chapter. We are always looking for new members who are dedicated to the acquisition, evaluation, and dissemination of information regarding behavior analysis, so we hope to see you there.

The Experimental Analysis of Human Behavior Special Interest Group's (EAHB SIG) mission is to contribute to the continued growth and development of endeavors related to the experimental analysis of human behavior. The SIG has several initiatives that contribute toward this goal. First, the SIG sponsors and maintains the Experimental Analysis of Human Behavior Bulletin—an on-line journal focused on publication of studies with human subjects. Second, the SIG sponsors a student paper competition to recognize novel and effective strategies and tactics in the experimental analysis of human behavior. Third, the SIG sponsors an annual Distinguished Career Award, with which we recognize individuals who have made large and sustained contributions to the literature on the experimental analysis of human behavior. Finally, we sponsor an annual meeting to discuss issues related to the initiatives described above as well as to recognize our student paper-contest winners. The meeting also serves as the context to discuss any other issues of interest to SIG members and attendees of the meeting.

The Behavioral Gerontology Special Interest Group provides intellectual, clinical, and organizational support to other professionals interested in aging and fosters behavior analytic research in aging. The goal of the meeting this year is to discuss issues in the field as well as issues of professional development. In addition, members will provide feedback on student presentations of related research in the area of aging, which will be used to award the student researcher award. Finally, new officers will be chosen for any vacated positions in the special interest group.

The Evidence-Based Practice Collaborative (EBP SIG), a special interest group of ABAI, was founded in 2007. The purpose of the Evidence-Based Practice SIG is to promote socially important behavior by facilitating evidence-based effective and sustainable practices in real-world settings. The focus of the EBP SIG is the identification of efficacious and effective skill sets that can be implemented and monitored in educational settings; replication and sustainability are emphasized. Our goal is to develop a SIG that reflects member input and focuses on a select number of activities that can be completed yearly. During the annual convention nominations and election of officers will be completed. Come by to learn about past and future activities and find out how you can become involved with the Evidence-Based Practice SIG.

Arizona Association for Behavior Analysis will be holding its annual meeting to discuss progress of the chapter in the last year and report on current business items, current legislature in Arizona regarding BCBAs, upcoming events and programs, and future directions the chapter would like to go. All current members as well as those interested in being members are invited to attend.

A business meeting will be held to address various administrative matters relevant to the Autism SIG. The Autism SIG brings together those who specialize in or have an interest in the application of behavior analysis to the education and treatment of individuals with autism throughout the lifespan. The SIG was created to promote behavior analytic research and the exchange of scientific information in the area of autism treatment, to advocate for and promote high standards in the application of behavior analytic treatment, and to support consumers of ABA services. The Autism SIG maintains a website and publishes a quarterly newsletter to provide clinicians, educators, and parents with information regarding scientifically supported interventions for individuals with autism. Other ongoing initiatives include participating in the ABAI Annual Convention and Autism Conference exhibitions; presenting an annual student research award; and maintaining consumer guidelines for identifying, selecting, and evaluating behavior analysts working with individuals with autism. All are welcome to attend.

This is a meeting of the editorial staff and governing board of the BAO journals. Prospective authors are also welcome. Discussion of the history and current status of the journals published by the BAO will take place, including editorial staff needs, publication deadlines and schedules for each journal, current submission data, and other business of the journals. The meeting will be chaired by both Michael Commons and Darlene Crone-Todd.

The purpose of the Pediatric Feeding Disorders Special Interest Group meeting is to generate interest; foster collaborative research; share clinical information; and impact training, practice, and reimbursement for pediatric feeding disorders.