ISBA - International Short Break Association

Important Notice:

The International Short Break Association (ISBA) conference that was scheduled to be held in Chile, has been cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances.
Stay tuned for more details about the location and date of the next conference. We appreciate your interest and dedication to the field of providing short break support for people and families across the globe.

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ISBA 2023 Wroclaw

12-14.09.2023
Wrocław, Poland, Conference center, Concordia Design, Wyspa Slodowa,
50-266 Wrocław

Three-days conference includes: 36 workshop sessions, discussion panels, plenary sessions, networking activities, social program.

Key topics

Learn about the latest trends in healthcare and social care systems. Participants will have the opportunity to meet key international experts in the areas of health and social care and get in touch with people who may drive their future projects.

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Social Program: Tours

Discover Wroclaw

Wroclaw – Lower Silesia lies in its extraordinary rich nature spots, historical sites, architecture, and vibrant streets. Known for its openness, tolerance, and friendliness. Find out more about this beautiful city!

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How to register

The conference registration will open May 2023. You will be able to register online via registration form available on this website.

Key note speakers

Professionals, practitioners with long-term experience in medicine, therapy, healthcare and social work, businesses and leaders with direct impact on the quality of life of both families and persons with disabilities. Become part of our event!

Become a Partner

Share your knowledge and experience, while building your image as a patron of change and pioneering solutions. Together let us shape your brand as one that is socially committed to introducing novel solutions, research outcomes and standards in Poland.

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Meet our presenters

Here are our amazing presenters who have already confirmed their participation in the conference! Their rich experience and knowledge will make each presentation an unforgettable experience for all participants. We can't wait to share their knowledge and ideas with you on technology and software in service delivery, inclusive tourism, activity and adventure-based support, environmental support programs, services provided in centers and day care services, innovations and innovative solutions, and support for immigrants.

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Conference Tours

We cordially invite you to our conference, which will not only offer great lectures and discussions on the latest trends in the field, but also provide unforgettable experiences during sightseeing of the beautiful and historically rich capital of Lower Silesia - Wrocław.

This will be an excellent opportunity to taste the culture and beauty of the city, which has undergone numerous transformations over the centuries and now fascinates with its climate and tourist attractions.

During our tours of Wrocław, we will have the opportunity to see, among other things, beautiful market squares, magnificent monuments, atmospheric cafes and restaurants, and many other places that will surely remain in our memories for a long time.

We invite you to participate in our conference and discover the beauty of Wrocław with us!

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Visit Wroclaw
- The Meeting Place

Learn about Wrocław – one of the most magnificent and most visited cities in Poland! Located in the south-western part of the country, this metropole emerged more than one thousand years ago and offers a unique combination of traditional and modern vibes. It is a bustling city, day and night, but you will also find places to relax in nature. It will surely surprise you: the city has more than one hundred bridges and is …..a dwarves’ capital! It is indeed no surprise that each year millions of people come to visit Wrocław, to stroll its streets and alleys and discover its secrets. Come and immerse yourself in Wrocław!

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Why attend ISBA 2023 Wroclaw

Gain knowledge and understanding – improve your skills!
Be inspired!

Why you should take part in this event

to develop experience and exchange knowledge on best practices to ensure better lifelong outcomes for people with disabilities and their families.
to promote innovative and pioneering solutions from around the world, setting an example to follow in programming social services for families.
to build relationships with professionals who are open to collaboration and to sharing their potential.
to increase access to expert knowledge, building a diverse range of respite services driven by international experience.

Learn about Key Speakers at ISBA 2023

Key Speakers at ISBA 2023 are experts who are passionate about what they do in their specific domains, members of the international community. World renowned specialists, inspiring speakers with exceptional knowledge of healthcare and social work as well as challenges faced by persons with special needs and their environment.

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Organizations

Imago Foundation

The Imago Foundation is one of national leaders of personal assistant services and respite services. We implement six national programmes of such services in two different regions, covering c. 450 people each year. As an organization, we also ensure national and international networking and collaboration.

Learn more about imago foundation

Bonitum Association

Bontium is a Wrocław-based Association for People with Intellectual Disabilities. Since 2018, the association has been running the BONITUM Centre for People with Special Needs, catering for 30 users and their families on a daily basis.

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Potrafię Pomóc Foundation

The Foundation „Potrafię Pomóc” (I Can Help) focuses on Children with Disabilities with congenital disorders. The foundation supports whole families: children, young people, adults with disabilities and rare or ultra-rare diseases.

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Come, meet and interact with experts to develop your network a springboard for the future

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