The ISBA Conference is intended to foster the exchange of diverse ideas and perspectives, providing participants with an opportunity to present their lived experiences, best practices, and research findings, establish/renew collaborations, and learn, teach, and network with an international community of individuals interested in short breaks/respite care. ISBA is committed to creating a safe, equitable, and inclusive environment to all participants, including staff and vendors. Discrimination on the basis of gender or gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, physical appearance, race, religion, national origin, or ethnicity will not be tolerated. Participants are expected to adhere to these principles and respect the rights of others. Participants should report any behavior inconsistent with the principles outlined here to isba.shortbreak@gmail.com.

The terms ‘Short Break’ and ‘Respite Care’ are interchangeable and their use reflects how different countries around the world refer to the breaks from the caring routine that people need to have a life outside of that routine.