Bengaluru hosts international conference on Neurodiversity and Inclusion
An international conference on neurodiversity and inclusion was held in Bengaluru, bringing together experts to discuss global practices for supporting neurodevelopmental disabilities. Key themes included the role of AI, assistive technology, and ethical considerations in digital health.
Why it matters
It highlights the intersection of emerging technology and disability advocacy, emphasizing the need for inclusive innovation.
The Centre for Neurodiversity Research and Innovation (CNRI) and the School of Psychological Sciences, in collaboration with Binghamton University, New York, Ishanya India Foundation, Stepping Stones Centre, and Christ Special School organised International Conference on Neurodiversity and Inclusion 2026 at CHRIST (Deemed to be University) in Bengaluru.
It was on “Advancing Inclusion Across the Lifespan: Global Practices and Innovations for Neurodevelopmental Disabilities.” Delivering the keynote address, Rajinder Kumar Dhamija, director of the Institute of Human Behaviour and Allied Sciences (IHBAS), spoke about the need for researchers, clinicians, school educators, families and people with lived experiences to work together.
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