NSSLHA hosted a webinar on the topic of multilingualism. I was one of four invited panelists (two professionals, two students). The event was well-organized and focused on a series of questions from SLP and audiology student attendees. I am sharing the link to the webpage and recorded presentation for anyone interested in checking out the event and considering joining NSSLHA.
Upcoming Online PDH Event
Join SIG 14 and the Multicultural Constituency Groups for the upcoming online PDH event:
Title: Ethical Dilemmas and Moral Responsibility: Navigating the Right Path in Professional Practice
Date: August 21, 2025
Time: 7:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. ET
Register at: https://asha.zoom.us/meeting/register/Av8FoCe0QS23B0WEf_huwA
Description: Professionals and researchers frequently encounter ethical dilemmas when working with diverse populations. These dilemmas, often rooted in cultural, linguistic, and societal policies and practices, can present challenges to providing the highest quality of care and conducting inclusive, equitable research. This live web event will focus on unpacking ethical complexities that arise in clinical and research settings, particularly when serving marginalized communities. Understanding how to navigate these challenges is essential to improving client outcomes and integrity of research.
NOTE: *This session is offered for 1.5 professional development hours. All SIG affiliates who attend live will receive a certificate of attendance. It is not offered for ASHA CEUs.
This event is developed by ASHA’s MCCGs and SIG 14. Presenters aim to highlight the unique perspectives and challenges faced by professionals who work within culturally diverse and marginalized populations. Participants will explore and identify some common ethical dilemmas encountered when serving individuals from varied backgrounds, such as, issues involving language diversity, cultural competence, and power dynamics between clinicians/clients. The session will present real-world case studies to help participants understand how ethical considerations manifest in clinical settings and research environments. Case studies will demonstrate the complexity of decision-making processes in clinical practice. They are not only reflective of individual experiences but also illuminate systemic barriers that exist within the broader healthcare and educational systems.
A major focus of the event will be on developing actionable strategies that participants can immediately implement to move toward equitable and culturally responsive practices. These action items will range from small everyday changes, such as adopting more inclusive language or revising outdated clinical materials to reflect more inclusive language, to larger systemic changes that involve influencing policy and practice within educational and healthcare institutions. The event aims to provide a roadmap for how every professional can contribute to positive change, ensuring that the needs of diverse populations are better met, and that ethical standards are upheld in the process.
Assessment of bilingual children: An interdisciplinary approach in evaluating language, literacy, and other areas of development
Facilitated by Dr. Maryam Salehomoum.
We will examine the case of a school-aged bilingual child, Shadi. We will discuss several key issues including language difference vs. disorder, comorbid challenges (medical/physical), cultural sensitivity and responsiveness. We will also identify how we engage with the 4 IPEC Core competencies.
Tuesday April 8th, 6:00-8:00 pm ET (east coast, US)
This is a VIRTUAL event:
https://emerson.zoom.us/j/94909652743?pwd=JKEpOaKoJXvIPN3v2T03S75iDteE5N.1
- Registration is not required.
- Please mark your personal calendar and join the zoom link in time for the event.
- If you have any questions, please email: maryam_salehomoum@emerson.edu.
We look forward to seeing you at the event.
