Upcoming Events

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Upcoming events

This calendar shows all BATA events from the central team and from our members. If you are a member and would like to submit your event to be featured, please contact the executive team.

Workplace SIG Meeting
Sept
30

Workplace SIG Meeting

The Value of Workplace Needs Assessments

With Guest Speaker, Sam Miller - Assessment Team Lead at AT Train.

How Workplace Needs Assessments can support employees to thrive, give managers greater confidence in providing the right support, and help organisations build more inclusive and productive workplaces.

Sam will also talk though the changes around WNA in the ATW process.

This event is for BATA members only.

If you’d like to access this webinar, and you’re not a BATA member, get in touch with us by emailing info@bataonline.org.

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BATA Education SIG meeting
Oct
6

BATA Education SIG meeting

Using Widgit Online to support inclusive learning environments

We will be joined by guest speaker Lisa Pinkerton for this session. Lisa Pinkerton is the Head of Education at Widgit.

Former primary school teacher and deputy head, Lisa’s passion lies in developing personalised learning journeys to meet the specific needs of children with SEND. With a specialism in early years, Lisa spent many years supporting the youngest pupils in primary and could see the transformative effect of meeting children where they are at and giving them what they need to move forward in their learning.

This developed Lisa’s lifelong passion for the use of Symbols. She saw, repeatedly and firsthand, the benefits of using Symbols to help with comprehension, receptive and expressive language, confidence, independence, vocabulary and, unsurprisingly, behaviour.

As a result, Lisa began to support inclusion on a wider level, becoming an inclusion lead and a specialist teacher in literacy difficulties. Lisa’s firm belief is that, if we consider all potential barriers at the point of planning, we can give pupils a toolkit of supports that enable them to fully access the curriculum and feel truly included

This is a closed meeting for BATA members only. If you are not a current BATA member but would like to attend, contact info@bataonline.org to find out more about joining us!

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BATA Council Meeting
Dec
11

BATA Council Meeting

The BATA Council meets quarterly to review recent activity and plan for next steps.

This is a closed meeting for BATA Council members only.

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BATA AT Spotlight Session
Sept
17

BATA AT Spotlight Session

BATA AT Spotlight Session

Thursday 17th September 2026

1pm - 2pm BST

A Free online webinar showcasing how assistive technology can be used effectively to support individuals and unlock potential.

Each AT Spotlight Session will feature 3 product demonstrations.

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Inclusion Beyond SEND Conference
Sept
17

Inclusion Beyond SEND Conference

Inclusion Beyond SEND

Inclusion Beyond SEND is a one-day conference exploring AT, AI, skills and the future of access to learning.

Taking place at the University of Surrey, Guildford, on Thursday 17th September 2026, the event brings together education, SEND, assistive technology, inclusive AI, curriculum, careers, widening participation and future pathways.

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Communication Matters Conference
Sept
13
to 15 Sept

Communication Matters Conference

The Communication Matters International AAC Conference

Communication Without Limits: Celebrating 40 Years of Communication Matters

Join us in Leeds on 13-15 September 2026 for our landmark 40th anniversary conference, where we’ll explore how advocacy and innovation are breaking down barriers in augmentative and alternative communication.

13th - 15th September 2026

www.communicationmatters.org.uk/conference/

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BATA Council Meeting
Sept
11

BATA Council Meeting

The BATA Council meets quarterly to review recent activity and plan for next steps.

This is a closed meeting for BATA Council members only.

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BATA AT Spotlight Session
Jul
28

BATA AT Spotlight Session

BATA AT Spotlight Session

Tuesday 28th July 2026

1pm - 2pm BST

A Free online webinar showcasing how assistive technology can be used effectively to support individuals and unlock potential.

Each AT Spotlight Session will feature 3 product demonstrations.

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Suppliers SIG Meeting
Jul
16

Suppliers SIG Meeting

ImATEx  is the world’s first 100% virtual Assistive Technology Expo

Guest speaker David Banes will brief BATA Suppliers on the new ImATEx event, explaining this first ever 100% virtual exhibition will work.

He will also update BATA members on exhibitor discounts available to them.

This event is for BATA members only.

If you’d like to access this webinar, and you’re not a BATA member, get in touch with us by emailing info@bataonline.org.

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CPD Rev Glasgow 2026
Jul
15

CPD Rev Glasgow 2026

CPD Rev 2026

CPD Rev is an interactive continuing professional development (CPD) event designed especially for Disability and Wellbeing teams in Higher Education
and DSA Needs Assessors.

Free, in-person events at various locations throughout June and July - Plymouth, Bristol, Manchester, London, Birmingham, Newcastle and Glasgow.

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AT Connect: Glasgow
Jul
9

AT Connect: Glasgow

Get ready for AT Connect Glasgow on Thursday, July 9th 2026.

Join us at AT Connect where we bring together leading assistive technology innovators and professionals for an inspiring day of connection and collaboration.

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AT Connect: Edinburgh
Jul
8

AT Connect: Edinburgh

Get ready for AT Connect Edinburgh on Wednesday, July 8th 2026.

Join us at AT Connect where we bring together leading assistive technology innovators and professionals for an inspiring day of connection and collaboration.

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BATA’s AGM 2026
Jul
2

BATA’s AGM 2026

Our Annual General Meeting (AGM) is one of the highlights in the BATA Calendar, when BATA members come together to talk all things assistive technology, catch up with friends and make new contacts.

Our AGM is a time when we update our members on the activities of BATA and present future plans. We also invite special guest speakers to give relevant keynotes on the power of AT.

There’s plenty of time to network and socialise, with lunch provided and networking drinks afterwards to round off the day.

The event is free to attend.

The BATA AGM is open to BATA members and by special invitation only.

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CPD Rev Newcastle 2026
Jun
24

CPD Rev Newcastle 2026

CPD Rev 2026

CPD Rev is an interactive continuing professional development (CPD) event designed especially for Disability and Wellbeing teams in Higher Education
and DSA Needs Assessors.

Free, in-person events at various locations throughout June and July - Plymouth, Bristol, Manchester, London, Birmingham, Newcastle and Glasgow.

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CPD Rev Manchester 2026
Jun
23

CPD Rev Manchester 2026

CPD Rev 2026

CPD Rev is an interactive continuing professional development (CPD) event designed especially for Disability and Wellbeing teams in Higher Education
and DSA Needs Assessors.

Free, in-person events at various locations throughout June and July - Plymouth, Bristol, Manchester, London, Birmingham, Newcastle and Glasgow.

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CPD Rev Birmingham 2026
Jun
9

CPD Rev Birmingham 2026

CPD Rev 2026

CPD Rev is an interactive continuing professional development (CPD) event designed especially for Disability and Wellbeing teams in Higher Education
and DSA Needs Assessors.

Free, in-person events at various locations throughout June and July - Plymouth, Bristol, Manchester, London, Birmingham, Newcastle and Glasgow.

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CPD Rev London 2026
Jun
4

CPD Rev London 2026

CPD Rev 2026

CPD Rev is an interactive continuing professional development (CPD) event designed especially for Disability and Wellbeing teams in Higher Education
and DSA Needs Assessors.

Free, in-person events at various locations throughout June and July - Plymouth, Bristol, Manchester, London, Birmingham, Newcastle and Glasgow.

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CPD Rev Bristol 2026
Jun
3

CPD Rev Bristol 2026

CPD Rev 2026

CPD Rev is an interactive continuing professional development (CPD) event designed especially for Disability and Wellbeing teams in Higher Education
and DSA Needs Assessors.

Free, in-person events at various locations throughout June and July - Plymouth, Bristol, Manchester, London, Birmingham, Newcastle and Glasgow.

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CPD Rev Plymouth 2026
Jun
2

CPD Rev Plymouth 2026

CPD Rev 2026

CPD Rev is an interactive continuing professional development (CPD) event designed especially for Disability and Wellbeing teams in Higher Education
and DSA Needs Assessors.

Free, in-person events at various locations throughout June and July - Plymouth, Bristol, Manchester, London, Birmingham, Newcastle and Glasgow.

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Communication Works North 2026
May
22

Communication Works North 2026

Communication Works 2026

FREE event celebrating assistive technology in education.

Communication Works South - 24th June, Charlton Athletic Football Club, Greater London.

Communication Works North - 22nd May, Oldham Event Centre, Greater Manchester

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AT Brunch Birmingham
May
21

AT Brunch Birmingham

AT Brunch Summer Roadshow

Manchester - 19th May 2026

Sheffield - 20th May 2026

Birmingham - 21st May 2026

Free half day in-person event focused on assistive technology in post 16 education and the workplace.

Free brunch included.

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BATA Education SIG meeting
May
20

BATA Education SIG meeting

Using Assistive Technology in Schools to optimize Independent learning

Mark Rice, Education Account Manager at Dolphin Computer Access, works with educators and local authorities to integrate assistive technology into everyday teaching, ensuring that students, particularly those with vision impairments and dyslexia - can thrive.

Mark will join us for this session to talk about common challenges teachers face in the classroom and suggest strategies and resources to help to get the most out using assistive technology in education.

This is a closed meeting for BATA members only. If you are not a current BATA member but would like to attend, contact info@bataonline.org to find out more about joining us!

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AT Brunch Sheffield
May
20

AT Brunch Sheffield

AT Brunch Summer Roadshow

Manchester - 19th May 2026

Sheffield - 20th May 2026

Birmingham - 21st May 2026

Free half day in-person event focused on assistive technology in post 16 education and the workplace.

Free brunch included.

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AT Brunch Manchester
May
19

AT Brunch Manchester

AT Brunch Summer Roadshow

Manchester - 19th May 2026

Sheffield - 20th May 2026

Birmingham - 21st May 2026

Free half day in-person event focused on assistive technology in post 16 education and the workplace.

Free brunch included.

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Workplace SIG Meeting
Apr
30

Workplace SIG Meeting

Illustration of people working at a desk with a variety of IT devices.

BATA logo, with text Workplace, BATA Special Interest Group.

Text reads:

Empowering young adults to secure meaningful employment.

Online 30th April 2026. 1.30-2.30pm

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AT Speed Date
Apr
23

AT Speed Date

AT Speed Date

Thursday 23rd April 2026

9.30am - 1.10pm GMT

Free half day online event focused on assistive technology in post 16 education and the workplace, with 8 speedy AT demos delivered in a ‘speed date’ format.

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