Keynotes

Early Years Conference

Early Years Conference 2024

Keynotes

Stitching a New Garment: An Early Years System For All Families
Dr. Ripudaman Minhas

Developmental Paediatrician
Women’s and Children’s Health Program, St Michael’s Hospital

Dr. Ripudaman Singh Minhas is a Developmental Paediatrician with the Women’s and Children’s Health Program at St Michael’s Hospital and an Assistant Professor in the Department of Pediatrics, University of Toronto. His research interests are in the development, behaviour, disability, and rehabilitation of children in urban settings and in newcomer immigrant and refugee families

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Beyond Belonging: Sparking and Maintaining Conscious Connections in the Early Years
Dr. Elizabeth Erwin

Professor
Department of Teaching and Learning, Montclair State University

Dr. Elizabeth Joy Erwin is Professor at Montclair State University in the Department of Teaching and Learning where she prepares graduate and doctoral students to think critically, reflect deeply and teach inclusively. Over the past 30 years, her academic career has reflected a solid commitment to equity, innovation, and excellence for young children with disabilities and their families. 

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