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HEDSA 2025 BIENNIAL CONFERENCE
The HEDSA Exco is proud to announce the HEDSA 2025 Biennial Conference under the theme “Neurodiversity matters: Recognising and valuing differences”.This HEDSA conference will focus on resource-rich engagements on the access, retention, and success of neurodivergent students and includes a focused speaker programme, panel discussions, group sessions and social networking events. The Conference aims to provide an opportunity to learn, engage and grow meaningful relationships. We welcome everyone to join our Conference.
There are several important issues and dates that we would like to bring to your attention:
HEDSA Conference Registrations are now open:
HEDSA 2025 Biennial Conference Registration Form
Registration Fees:
Conference registration fees include conference pack, morning/afternoon teas, and lunch.
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HEDSA Member: R5 600
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Non-members: R6 000
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Group bookings of 3 more: R5000 per delegate. Kindly email hedsafinance@gmail.com for further queries in this regard.
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Students : R2 500
You will receive an invoice once you have submitted your conference registration form. Please take note the reference number that will be reflected on your invoice must be reflected on all payments. Please note that the paid registration fee cannot be refunded if anyone is not able to participate in the conference.
Presenter Interest Form:
Following the announcement of our upcoming HEDSA 2025 Biennial Conference, we are excited to officially open the call for presentations linked to the theme “Neurodiversity matters: Recognising and valuing differences”.
You are cordially invited to complete the: 2025 HEDSA Biennial Conference Presenter Interest Form
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The cut-off date for submissions is 31 August 2025
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For more information about submission requirements and related queries kindly contact Dr. Leila Abdool Gafoor at leila.abdoolgafoor@wits.ac.za.
Conference venue & accommodation
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The HEDSA Conference will take place at Coastlands Umhlanga Hotel & Convention Centre.
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Delegates are welcome to access the Coastlands Umhlanga Hotel itself or other hotels surrounding the conference venue. Please note that accommodation will not be reserved exclusively for the period of 1 - 3 October 2025 for HEDSA members.
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Shuttle/Transport: Attendees registering for the conference can arrange for a shuttle/transport through their booked accommodation for the duration of the conference. The conference programme on Day 1 (1 October 2025) will commence at 10:00 to allow delegates to travel to KwaZulu-Natal the morning of the conference.
Conference attire:
The conference attire will be business casual.
Conference enquiries:
Please send your conference general queries to hedsaconference@gmail.com and payment queries to hedsafinance@gmail.com.
