CIICA Events
We have two types of CIICA EVENTS: CIICA LIVE and CIICA CONVERSATIONS.
CIICA LIVE events have presentations from our global Community Members on a specific topic that has been suggested, and discussion is encouraged in the chat room. They last 90 minutes, are captioned and the presentations are available afterward for those who missed them or would like to share them.
CIICA CONVERSATIONS are for small groups to discuss a suggested topic for a short time: one hour. The conversations are facilitated by some of our Community Members, captioned and the summary of the issues which emerged are published on the website afterward.
Below you can see the forthcoming Events and those which have already taken place. Do have a look at previous topics that interest you – and share the presentations and the summaries.
CIICA CONVERSATION: Life with CI: 18-30’s in Conversation: Together we can shape our future
This CIICA CONVERSATION about life with CI for 18-30 year olds was lively with 11 young adults from 9 countries sharing those issues that are important to them. The conversation was facilitated by Bowen Tang, himself an implant user. SEE THE SUMMARY OF THE CONVERSATION.
SECOND CIICA CONVERSATION: Our experiences of Telepractice. What have we learned?
This Conversation, led by Anita Grover and Helen Cullington explored our experiences of Telepractice and what we have learned, with contributions by Noel Kenely and Candice Gray from Perth, Australia. SEE THE SUMMARY OF THE CONVERSATION.
FIRST CIICA CONVERSATION: The impact of the pandemic on CI services: read the summary!
This CIICA conversation discussed the impact of the pandemic on services – considering the issues faced by users and those who deliver services and led by Anita Grover, CEO of AVUK, and an implant user herself. SEE THE SUMMARY OF THE CONVERSATION.
CIICA LIVE: Adult CI Rehabilitation: What is needed?
Adult CI Rehabilitation, is an often neglected area. Adult CI users discussed their experiences, what is provided and what is needed. Clearly the term Rehabilitation doesn't describe it! READ THE SUMMARY OF THE CONVERSATION.
CIICA LIVE: CI Funding – Challenges and Priorities
We explored the evidence for the cost-effective arguments for CI, and funding CI provision globally by advocacy groups. 122 registrants from 34 countries shared the energising presentations. SEE THE PRESENTATIONS.
CIICA LIVE: CI Advocacy: how do we do it?
"Generating a collective conscience." Joan Zamora, Spain Over 100 registered from 32 countries exploring how effective user led advocacy can change CI provision. SEE THE PRESENTATIONS.