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EACD National Coordinators; Heidelberg; Vor Ort; EUR 40.000 - 60.000; Vollzeit

Jobbeschreibung

The European Academy of Childhood-onset Disability (EACD) was founded in 1989 and is an international not-for-profit association for individuals with a clinical and/or scientific interest in childhood-onset disabilities in Europe and beyond.

EACD's mission:

To promote excellence in research and services for the benefit of people with, and at risk for, childhood-onset disabilities, and to provide multidisciplinary, state-of-the-art education for professionals active in this field in Europe and beyond.

EACD's Aims:

In furtherance of our mission, the EACD engages in the following activities:

• Promote and extend excellence in research related to childhood-onset disability and facilitate dissemination of such research.
• Ensure regular education and knowledge exchange through meetings, congresses, symposia, training courses, online events, exhibitions, and publications.
• Support the integration of evidence-based practice and medicine into care, treatment, and services for individuals with childhood-onset disabilities and their families.
• Foster cooperation among professionals across Europe and internationally for the benefit of individuals with childhood-onset disabilities.
• Raise awareness of the needs and rights of individuals with childhood-onset disabilities, their families, and caregivers.
• Encourage professional activity in the field across Europe.
• Maintain high ethical and scientific standards in all activities and promote their use among practitioners.

Individuals can contribute to EACD's mission by becoming members, as many already have from various disciplines including (neuro)pediatrics, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and more.

Annual scientific meetings provide networking opportunities, access to high-quality research, and updates on events related to childhood disability in Europe and beyond.

EACD is a multidisciplinary, inclusive, and constructive community committed to education, ethics, and social engagement, bridging cultural and societal differences across Europe for the benefit of individuals with childhood-onset disabilities.

EACD's values: Collaboration, Knowledge, Inclusion, and Integrity.

Next EACD Annual Meeting:

It will be held in Heidelberg, Germany, from 24-28 June 2025, featuring keynote lectures and more.

EACD Membership:

Join now to support our mission and benefit from networking, research, and educational opportunities. EACD is also a founding member of the IAACD.

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