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European Association of Service providers for Persons with Disabilities
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EASPD is the European Association of Service providers for Persons with Disabilities and represents over 20,000 support services for persons with disabilities across Europe.
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We promote equal opportunities for people with disabilities through effective and high-quality service systems.
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Education
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Employment
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Inclusive Living
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Technology
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Early Childhood Intervention
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Arts and Culture
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Workforce Development
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Funding of Social Services
When done right, quality care and support enables people to live independently, in the community, to make choices, and to have control over their lives.
James Crowe, EASPD President
EASPD Knowledge Café: The Role of Storytelling in Early Childhood Intervention
Growing up, a storybook meant entertainment for us. With great excitement we would wait for our parents or grandparents to read us a story right before bedtime. As children we did not realise that through storytelling we actually learnt many life lessons. In fact, it is an extremely effective tool to teach children small tasks in their daily routines.
In Early Childhood Intervention (ECI), storytelling plays an important role in addressing developmental needs across various domains, including language, social skills, emotional regulation, and cognitive skills. Through stories, parents and caregivers learn important insights and strategies, creating a supportive ecosystem for children to overcome fears and barriers. Moreover, storytelling serves as a powerful advocacy tool, reducing stigma and promoting inclusivity within communities.
With this in mind, the EASPD Knowledge and Innovation Team is hosting a Knowledge Café on the role of storytelling in early childhood intervention. The event will bring together experts on ECI from the EarlyBrain project to discuss how storytelling can positively impact the cognitive development of children.
Join us on 30th October at 10:00 CEST online to know more!
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Irene explains EASPD's contact with MEPs and how we have reacted to the new Commissioner portfolios.
- Tell us about your work with artificial intelligence
Help us inform our study on the current and future use of AI in social care services for persons with disabilities.
- European Social Services Awards 2024: spotlighting excellence in social services
Discover the two EASPD member organisations who made the shortlist and show them your support.
- ProInsight: SEURO project’s new tool to evaluate digital health solutions
ProInsight is an open-source tool that will help healthcare organisations to find the best digital innovation for their needs.
- Training the guardians of unaccompanied children: GUIDE project meets in Brussels
The training prepared professionals to deliver tailored training to guardians working in 5 countries.
- European Civil society reacts to the EU Commission's downgrading of the Equality portfolio
EASPD together with over 50 NGOs urges the new EU Commission to reaffirm their commitment to the Union of Equality.
- AutismFIT kicks off!
AutismFIT aims to promote the physical and mental well-being of young persons (aged 13-18) with Autism Spectrum Disorder.
- Von der Leyen proposes her EU Commission Team
President Von der Leyen has announced her nominations for the Commission's new leaders. Irene tells us what is next.
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EASPD Knowledge Café: The Role of Storytelling in Early Childhood Intervention
Growing up, a storybook meant entertainment for us. With great excitement we would wait for our parents or grandparents to read us a story right before bedtime. As children we did not realise that through storytelling we actually learnt many life lessons. In fact, it is an extremely effective tool to teach children small tasks in their daily routines.
In Early Childhood Intervention (ECI), storytelling plays an important role in addressing developmental needs across various domains, including language, social skills, emotional regulation, and cognitive skills. Through stories, parents and caregivers learn important insights and strategies, creating a supportive ecosystem for children to overcome fears and barriers. Moreover, storytelling serves as a powerful advocacy tool, reducing stigma and promoting inclusivity within communities.
With this in mind, the EASPD Knowledge and Innovation Team is hosting a Knowledge Café on the role of storytelling in early childhood intervention. The event will bring together experts on ECI from the EarlyBrain project to discuss how storytelling can positively impact the cognitive development of children.
Join us on 30th October at 10:00 CEST online to know more!