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The Fifth International Biennial SELF Research Conference, 'Enabling Human Potential: The Centrality of Self and Identity'

13 - 15 January 2009
The Inter-Continental Al Ain Resort
Al Ain, United Arab Emirates
http://selfuae.org

With its focus being on different research traditions that drive self and identity research, this conference will provide a forum for cutting-edge international research on self-concept, identity, and related constructs. Prominent researchers in the fields of the self, self-esteem, self-efficacy, identity, and the social psychology of the self will discuss issues relating to the similarities and differences between leading theories; the impact of self-concept on motivation in different spheres of life; the theoretical and empirical links between self and identity; and the relation between self, identity, and globalisation.

Please direct all enquiries to:

Prof. Maher Abu Hilal
Chairman 
P.O. Box 64141
Al Ain, United Arab Emirates

Telephone: 00 9713 7611 185
E-mail: m.hilal@alainuniversity.ac.ae or info@selfuae.org
Website: http://selfuae.org

NIFTeY/CCCH 2009 Conference

15 - 17 February 2009
Melbourne Park Function Centre
Melbourne VIC 3000
http://niftey.cyh.com

The Prime Minister raised the concept of parent and child centres prior to the 2020 Summit.

The 2009 NIFTeY/CCCH Conference, through papers, panel discussion and posters, wants to explore issues relating to the Parent and Child Centre concept.

A workshop afternoon will complement the conference and will be held on Sunday, 15 February 2009. It will provide participants with an opportunity to learn about and engage in discussion of achievements and challenges from current efforts to integrate early childhood services in South Australia and Victoria.

Please direct all enquiries to:

Aurelie Favennec
Event Manager

Telephone: 02 9431 8632
Fax: 02 9901 4586
E-mail:Niftey2009@conferenceaction.com.au

Family Day Care National Conference 2009

20 - 23 May 2009
Hotel Grand Chancellor
Hobart, TAS
http://www.cdesign.com.au/fdc2009/

Family Day Care Australia’s triennial national conference will attract individuals from the family day care and broader child care communities. If you are involved in the delivery of home-based child care, then this conference is for you!

Through the conference we aim to:

• promote an ongoing exchange of ideas on high quality child care service delivery in a diverse range of settings
• help you gain insight of the bigger picture and our shared common purpose
• challenge and inspire you to think new thoughts, expand your horizons, and network with peers

The program will cover hands-on aspects of child care as well as current research and forward thinking approaches to early learning. Delegates will include early childhood professionals from Australia and overseas, academics, trainers, government representatives, advocates and researchers. Parents are welcome to attend keynote addresses.

This conference will help you:

• find creative solutions to daily challenges, practical solutions to sustainable business, and explore new ways of doing business
• create networks, meet new people and establish meaningful, ongoing relationships with colleagues from across Australia
• educate yourself and others – share your learning and experiences with colleagues at the conference and back home
• make a memory of your time in Tasmania where you were inspired by the environment and people

Please direct all enquiries to:

Ben Thiessen
Event Coordinator

Telephone: 03 6231 2999
Fax: 03 6231 1522
E-mail: info@cdesign.com.au
Website: http://www.cdesign.com.au/fdc2009/

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