CACP National Webinar - Responding to Emergency Calls for Autistic People: Best Practices for a Neurodiversity-Affirming Approach

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Law enforcement officers are increasingly responding to calls involving autistic or otherwise-neurodivergent people. Our panel of experts will discuss important background concepts you need to know, describe the common reasons officers will interact with the autism community, and explore the best practices for de-escalating common scenarios to hopefully have a positive outcome for all.

Speakers:

• Dr. Fakhri Shafai, Chief Science Officer, AIDE Canada; Director of Professional Training, Pacific Autism Family Network
• Julia Kate Mitchell, Autistic Personal and Management Coach, Autistic Alignment 
• Inspector Martin Hurst, Metro Vancouver Transit Police Service 

Cancellation Policy

Cancellations made on or before June 1, 2026 are subject to a 50% refund.  There will be no refunds for cancellations made after June 1, 2026.  

Please note: If registration is submitted after June 1, 2026, there will be no refunds issued in the event of a cancellation.