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ChildMind Conference & Showcase 2010
Features Prominent Speakers to Share Useful Child Education Tips
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Conference to be held on 17-18 December 2010 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre.
Pre-register at www.childmind.com.hk for free entry. |
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(21 October 2010, Hong Kong) The inaugural ChildMind Conference & Showcase 2010 (“ChildMind Conference”) will be held on 17-18 December 2010 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. Organized by the Hong Kong Child Intelligence Development Association (HKCIDA), the Conference has been well-received by parents, teachers and other professionals in the education industry. They acknowledged the efforts and role played by HKCIDA in promoting child’s intellectual development. |
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Huge Support from the Industry
As the first event of its kind in Hong Kong to serve children, parents, schools and child care centres, ChildMind Conference offers useful information addressing the needs of early childhood development in different stages. Many reputable professionals in the education sector and distinguished speakers will share their experience at the Conference. These include: |
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Project Advisor & Keynote Speaker: Mr. Leung Siu-Tong
President of Hong Kong Aided Primary School Heads Association
Presentation Topic: The Government’s Role in Supporting Families with Special Needs Children
Mr. Leung is an author and highly-respected leader in the field of education. He is currently Principal at WKFEW Wong Cho Bau School, on the Standing Committee of the Hong Kong Teachers’ Center, the School Director of CECES Organized Aetna Pre-school, a member of the Islands District Council, a Chairman of Community Affairs, a member of the Culture and Recreation Committee, and the former Principal of GT School. Mr. Leung holds a Master of Education (M.Ed.) from the University of Hong Kong and is committed to excellence in Primary Education. |
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Keynote Speaker: Froma Walsh, Ph.D
Co-Director, Chicago Center for Family Health
Firestone Professor Emerita, University of Chicago
Presentation Topic: Strengthening Family Resilience: Key Processes for Children to Thrive |
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Mr. Jacko Mak
Director, Blue Ocean Lab
Presentation Topic: Nurturing a well-disciplined child without corporal punishment |
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Mr. Toby Mountjoy
Regional Director of Asia and the Pacific
Associate Director of Autism Partnership
Presentation Topic: Behavior Management for Children with Autism |
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Keynote Speaker: Mr. Ng Sze Yuen
Founder and Chairman, Soul-Mate
Presentation Topic: The Modern-Day Parents |
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Ms. Ann Bridgewater
Occupational Therapist and Head of Motor Therapy, The Child Development Center
Presentation Topic: Understanding Children’s Behavior |
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Mr. Kwan Him Bun
Children’s Money Management Education Consultant
Presentation Topic: Building up a little financial intelligent |
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Visit www.childmind.com.hk for the full program and speakers’ details. |
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Culsin Li, Deputy Secretary General of HKCIDA, is pleased with the enthusiastic feedback received since the launching of the Conference. “We are committed to building an educational and knowledge-sharing platform for parents, care-givers and early childhood education practitioners. We understand that parents care about every stage of development of their child. Be it related to physical growth, intellectual and emotional development, education needs, parent-child relationships or disciplining, they are eager to get these information to nurture their child. The launching of the ChildMind Conference just answers their needs, and hence we expect a high attendance,” she said. |
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| Seminars, Workshops and Showcases to Cater to Different Needs |
An array of hot topics such as gifted education and special needs education will be addressed in the ChildMind Conference. Moreover, there will be showcases and workshops as well to offer an opportunity to parents and early childhood education practitioners to interact with related service providers for further discussion and information sharing. |
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| Complimentary Booklet (Parenting in Action) |
Meanwhile, a parenting booklet featuring the latest information on various aspects of childhood growth and development will be produced. The booklet contains useful parenting tips and strategies, family and community resources, an article discussing special needs education, detailed information on pre-natal training, list of educational events and other extensive references. This booklet is a must-read for all parents and education practitioners! |
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| ChildMind Conference opens to public for free with limited seats available. If you want to learn from experts, hurry up to reserve your seat at www.childmind.com.hk. |
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| About the Organizer |
The Hong Kong Child Intelligence Development Association (HKCIDA), established in 2009, is comprised of a group of educational advocates who are dedicated to promoting greater understanding of the needs of a child at different stages of their growth and progress. In providing forums and initiatives to those who play important roles in the area of childhood development, HKCIDA has achieved its goals of facilitating information sharing, teacher-training enhancement, and social awareness of educational issues locally. |
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HKCIDA is supported by various organizations and individuals, including parents, teachers, trainers, and other key personnel in childhood education. HKCIDA is committed to teaching children how to make positive contributions to society, and be future leaders in the community. |
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| For additional information about HKCIDA, please visit www.childmind.com.hk. |
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| For general inquiries, please contact the following: |
Media Inquiries:
Ms. Rosa Ng
e21 MagicMedia
Tel: +852-9669-3395
Fax: +852-2960-1830
Email: rosa.ng@e21mm.com |
Conference and Showcase Inquiries:
Ms. Michelle Man
e21 MagicMedia
Tel: +852-2960-1829
Fax: +852-2960-1830
Email: michelle.man@e21mm.com |
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