Events in 2023: UK

Posted on February 22, 2023 by Fin

Where you can find us in 2023

Smartbox AT Specialists show you how Grid and our dedicated devices help people communicate and live more independently, give talks on hot topics in industry, and answer your burning Grid questions.

This year, we have an exciting calendar of leading AAC industry events such as the well-renowned Communication Matters Conference (in affiliation with ISAAC), Kidz to Adultz exhibitions, and a number of conferences tailored to specific conditions.

See our guide and book your spots with the links below.

Upcoming events in the UK

Kidz to Adultz Middle

16 March
Coventry, UK
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Join Smartboxers Jess and Jacqui for the midlands edition of a premier exhibition giving information and advice on assistive technology, from the publishers of the popular magazine.

Inclusive Communication Essex (ICE) Sharing Day

21 March
Chelmsford, UK
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Meet professionals with a range of specialisms, share stories and resources – this year the theme is on vision. You can also explore the popular Autism Reality Experience and the Virtual Dementia Tour.

Communication Matters AAC Awards

24 March
Leeds, UK
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An occasion for individuals, organisations and AAC providers to honour and celebrate excellence in AAC.

Edinburgh Head Injury Information Day

10 May
Edinburgh, UK
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A free informational event to support people with head injuries for professionals, family members and carers. HIID promises a fantastic line up of exhibitors and speakers including local and national brain injury services.

Kidz to Adultz South

16 May
Farnborough, UK
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The south of England’s edition of a premier exhibition giving information and advice on assistive technology, from the publishers of the popular magazine.

Communication Works – South

18 May
London, UK
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A free event in the south which highlights assistive technology and communication tools in a series of seminars. The theme this year is #GetSeen. CENMAC want to see professionals, carers, AAC users and their families.

Kidz to Adultz North

TBC
Manchester, UK
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The north of England’s edition of a premier exhibition giving information and advice on assistive technology, from the publishers of the popular magazine.

Glasgow Head Injury Information Day

23 May
Glasgow, UK
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Communication Works – North

25 May
Oldham, UK
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A free event in the north which highlights assistive technology and communication tools in a series of seminars. The theme this year is #GetSeen and CENMAC want to see professionals, carers, AAC users and their families.

Autism Show London

9 – 10 June
London, UK
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A national event providing information and direction for autistic people in over 100 hours of talks, clinics and workshops. Exhibitors include products, publications, services and more.

Big Health and Wellbeing Day

16 June
Gloucester, UK
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A day supporting the health and wellbeing of people with a variety of needs and disabilities, featuring a range of activities such as inclusive sports, drama, art and cooking.

Communication Matters Conference

10 – 12 September
Leeds, UK
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This international conference is the biggest AAC event for professionals in the UK and is sure to feature an exciting line-up of speakers and suppliers.

Kids to Adultz Wales & West

21 September
Newport, UK
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Wales and the west of England’s edition of a premier exhibition giving information and advice on assistive technology, from the publishers of the popular magazine.

International Conference on Autism

23 – 24 September
London, UK
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Researchers and organisations from Technology, Science and Engineering sectors come together in a series of seminars geared towards, academics, students and industry researchers.

Kids to Adultz Scotland

TBC
Edinburgh, UK
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Scotland’s edition of a premier exhibition giving information and advice on assistive technology, from the publishers of the popular magazine.

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Where you can find us in 2023

Upcoming events in the UK

Kidz to Adultz Middle

Inclusive Communication Essex (ICE) Sharing Day

Communication Matters AAC Awards

Edinburgh Head Injury Information Day

Kidz to Adultz South

Communication Works – South

Kidz to Adultz North

Glasgow Head Injury Information Day

Communication Works – North

Autism Show London

Big Health and Wellbeing Day

Communication Matters Conference

Kids to Adultz Wales & West

International Conference on Autism

Kids to Adultz Scotland

Globetrotting Smartboxers

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