Keynote Speakers

Jacob and David Rapheal

Keynote Presentation

Our Autism Story: A Father and Son Share their Journey of Discovery

Thirty years ago, Jacob Raphael was diagnosed on the autism spectrum at a highly-regarded child development center. Today, Jacob, a Georgia Hope Scholar who majored in Creative Writing and minored in Philosophy, and David, his father, are co-authoring a book on their experience together. Jacob and David will share their stories and what they have learned through this shared journey of hope and discovery. 

Concurrent Session

A Conversation with David and Jacob Focusing on Collaboration

Thirty years ago, Jacob Raphael was diagnosed on the autism spectrum. A team of dedicated clinicians and educators guided him and his family through a collaborative process that, in David’s (his father) words was a “collaborative miracle”."