Association for Behavior Analysis International

This meeting will cover important components of the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB), including information on Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst (BCaBA) credentials, eligibility requirements, approved course sequences, examination administration, and applying for examination. The presentation will also offer information regarding BACB growth and development. This meeting is intended for individuals who want basic information on the BACB or are planning to become certified.

The annual report of the Journal of Applied Behavior Analysis will be presented, followed by the discussion of editorial policies and issues. We encourage past and present associate editors and board members, authors and prospective authors, and any other interested parties to attend. Questions and suggestions encouraged.

Members of the Standard Celeration Society will congregate to discuss all business related matters regarding the society, including but not limited to 1) membership, 2) finances, and 3) the annual International Precision Teaching Conference.

The annual report of the Journal of the Experimental Analysis of Behavior (JEAB) will be presented, followed by discussion of editorial policies and issues. We encourage authors and prospective authors to attend. Questions and suggestions will be encouraged.

The Behavior Analysis for Sustainable Societies (BASS) Special Interest Group was formed to advance applications of behavior analysis to environmental issues that contribute to the development of solutions to climate change, pollution, overconsumption of resources, and imbalances in environmental sustainability. Objectives include to a) encourage and support research that promotes the application of behavior analysis to green/environmental issues; b) collaborate with environmental scientists, environmental groups, and other SIGs within ABAI that have an interest in addressing behavior change and sustainability/environmental issues; c) disseminate research and practices that support solutions to environmental issues through the application of behavioral interventions; d) develop curricula, textbooks, and additional educational resources that address sustainability and the application of behavior analysis; e) compile resources for individuals interested in behavior change and environmental issues; and f) develop an information base of current effective practices/initiatives, government policies, and employment for behavior analysts interested in behavior change and environmental issues The business meeting is open to anyone interested in sustainability and environmental issues.

Behavior analysts involved in clinical practice recognize that we owe much to parents of children with autism who have been staunch advocates for higher quality services for their children. The synergy that can arise from parents and professionals working together creates exciting opportunities and possibilities. The Parent-Professional Partnership SIG is one such opportunity. A business meeting will be held to provide a forum for networking, to outline the PPP SIG's goals and objectives, and to discuss ways to improve upon the SIG's joint website with the Autism SIG. All interested parents and professionals are encouraged to attend this meeting chaired by David Celiberti and Pamela Gorski (co-presidents) and visit our website at www.AutismPPPSIG.org.

At this meeting we will review business items associated with NABA; the meeting is open to all sustaining, full, affiliate, and student members.

This will be the annual business meeting of the Positive Behavior Support Special Interest Group.

This meeting is open to anyone interested in the work of the ABAI Education Board. The ABAI Executive Council has charged the Education Board with two primary tasks. The first of these is to encourage both undergraduate and graduate programs in behavior analysis to pursue ABAI accreditation, and to provide assistance to these programs as needed to achieve this goal. The second charge to the Education Board has been to prepare an application for recognition of the ABAI accreditation system by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation. The meeting will address these issues as well as other matters of interest or concern to the membership.

This meeting will address important developments within the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) relating to growth and changes. Topics will include changes to eligibility and certification maintenance requirements, disciplinary standards for BACB certificants, and on-line certification management. The presentation also will focus on future goals and actions of the BACB.

This meeting is for HABA members or those interested in hearing more about the Hawaii chapter to meet and share information.

The purpose of this meeting is to discuss areas of common interest affecting persons with acquired brain injury and related neurological deficits. This group provides an opportunity for networking with other professionals in neurobehavioral programs from around the country. Topics such as skill acquisition, community re-entry, military related injuries, funding, current trends, research, jobs, and internships will be reviewed. Search Facebook—ABA Rehab Special Interest Group to connect with this group and join at the meeting.

Back by popular demand! This meeting was well attended and a lot of great contacts were made for those working internationally last year. Chaired by the founder of the Global Autism Project, this meeting offers a unique opportunity to learn more about the work of the Global Autism Project and invites you to meet others working internationally, including a woman running a center of excellence in Kenya and others! We'd love to see you there!

The New York State Association for Behavior Analysis (NYSABA) represents scientists, scholars, and practitioners in psychology, education, and related fields who reside in and outside of New York State and are interested in the experimental analysis of behavior in all forms. The purpose of this business meeting is to provide members and friends with an update on board activities and initiatives. We hope to see you there.

This meeting will be our first business meeting. We will discuss our vision and mission, and our objectives for the coming year (e.g., a listserv, membership drive) and the near future (e.g., a website), as well as our organizational structure (e.g., officers, elections).

The Verbal Behavior Special Interest Group supports a behavioral approach to the study of language, especially as explored by B. F. Skinner. It serves to a) support and encourage research efforts to improve our understanding of verbal behavior, b) support practice-based issues in utilizing the analysis of verbal behavior, c) support undergraduate and graduate instruction of Skinner's verbal behavior, d) communicate with other organizations making use of Skinner's verbal behavior, and e) disseminate information regarding a behavioral approach to studying language. The business meeting is open to anyone interested in the area of verbal behavior, whether or not you are a member of the SIG.

This is an open meeting for all interested parties. We invite anyone interested in publishing their work in the behaviorally oriented practitioner journals Behavior Analysis in Practice, Education and Treatment of Children, and Journal of Behavioral Education to attend this meeting. One of the senior editorial board members from each of these journals (Greg Hanley, Stephanie Peterson, and Jennifer McComas, respectively) will be discussing the kinds of articles these journals publish, what the submission/publication process consists of, and tips for publishing in these journals. There will be time for questions and answers so that you can get your questions about how to publish in these journals answered.

The Applied Animal Behavior (AAB) SIG brings together individuals who specialize in or have an interest in the application of behavior analysis to the appreciation, understanding, and management of animal behavior across species. The AAB SIG has three primary purposes: 1) to promote behavior analytic research and the exchange of scientific information in the area of animal behavior, 2) to advocate for and promote high standards in the application of methods and techniques of behavior change with animals in applied settings, and 3) to support and promote excellence in the education and research practices of individuals dedicated to the study and management of animal behavior in applied settings. Membership of the AAB SIG is diverse and includes academicians, researchers, and practitioners from a variety of disciplines dedicated to, affiliated with, or interested in animal behavior in applied settings. All are welcome to attend.

Behavior analysts interested in short term and long term assignments for the practice of ABA in India will be informed about opportunities. Members of the Indian community present at the conference are invited for discussions on the development of ABA in India. An audiovisual presentation on India will be presented.

The Behaviorists for Social Responsibility (BFSR) Special Interest Group (SIG) traditionally gathers to explore and share ways that the science of behavior can and should contribute to social justice, human rights, environmental action, and other important social goals. Recent meetings have seen an increase in interest and attendance, and this meeting will explore new and innovative ways for the SIG to create momentum and advance the mission focused on critical and timely social issues.

All conference attendees interested in behavior analytic applications in health, sport, and fitness are welcome. During this meeting, the business of the special interest group will be conducted. This year we will also have a discussion of current and future research projects. The aim will be to facilitate collaborations and stimulate discussion on this topic. Anyone interested in these areas should attend. Future events and activities will be discussed.

This will be the annual meeting for members of the DBA SIG to meet and discuss business.

In this meeting of the JOBM Editorial Board, the recent performance of the journal will be reviewed, and attendees will provide input on issues pertaining to the journal. All members of the JOBM Editorial Board, members of the Organizational Behavior Management Network, and other interested parties are invited to attend.

Our Speech Pathology and Applied Behavior Analysis Special Interest Group (SPABA) business meeting is open to anyone interested in promoting a behavioral approach to the analysis and treatment of speech and language disorders. The meeting will consist of member reports on mission-related activities and several brief invited presentations of professional interest to attendees. The Student Research Grant recipient will also present on the award winning submission. As well, SPABA will present a dissemination award to an ABAI student member for work in raising awareness about behavior analysis among speech-language pathologists. The SPABA business meeting will be followed by a social hour reception to allow for informal interaction among SIG members and interested others. Please feel free to join us and bring guests.

The Ogden R. Lindsley Standard Celeration Chart Share provides an opportunity for all to see, hear, and share data across the behavior spectrum using paper, transparency, and digital daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly Standard Celeration Charts presented rapidly in spirited friendship.

This is the annual meeting of the Organizational Behavior Management Network. All are invited to attend and discuss topics related to organizational behavior management. Additionally, network officers will present data summarizing the status and development of the organization.