Tentative Program

Indonesia Autism Summit 2026 (INAS26) — 11–13 June 2026, Harmoni One Convention Hotel, Batam

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This schedule is tentative and may be subject to change.

Main Hall

Day 1 Thursday, 11 June 2026

8:00 AM – 9:00 AM

Venue: New York

Early Detection: Red Flags, Screening Tools & School-Based Models

Julia Nabila Binti Jamil

Special Educator

Bachelor of Psychology with Human Resource Development, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM)

9:00 AM – 9:10 AM

Ceremony

Opening Ceremony — Opening Speech

Dr. Ruwinah Abdul Karim

Chairman, Indonesia Autism Summit 2026

9:10 AM – 9:40 AM

Keynote

Autism & Higher Education in Indonesia: Support Systems that Work

Keynote Speaker 1: Hendri Arulan, S.Pd., M.M

Head of the Batam City Education Department

9:40 AM – 10:15 AM

Keynote

Transforming Autism Awareness into Meaningful Action for the Community

Keynote Speaker 2: Dr. Ruwinah Abdul Karim

Chairman, Indonesia Autism Summit 2026

10:15 AM – 10:45 AM

Break

10:45 AM – 11:30 AM

Venue: New York

Assistive Technology Tool in School for Children with Learning Difficulties

Alvendo Wahyu Aranski, S.Kom., M.Kom

Lecturer & Head of Information Systems Study Program, Institut Teknologi Batam (ITEBA)

Venue: Melbourne

Exercise as Emotional Regulation Strategy

Jamuna Bai Nageswera Rao

Senior Physiotherapist

Bachelor of Physiotherapy, Asia Metropolitan University (AMU), Malaysia

11:30 AM – 12:15 PM

Venue: New York

Sensory Processing & Regulation: Practical Strategies for Teachers and Parents

Nurul Syafiqah Binti Mohamed Suhaidi

Occupational Therapist

Bachelor of Occupational Therapy, Universiti Teknologi MARA Puncak Alam (UiTM), Malaysia

Venue: Melbourne

Supporting Adolescents with Autism during the Transitional Development Period

Wenny Nur Annisa, S.Psi., Psikolog

Adult Clinical Psychologist, Awal Bros Hospital & Alfa Hepi Consultant, Batam City

12:15 PM – 1:15 PM

Break

1:15 PM – 2:00 PM

Venue: New York

Managing Challenging Behaviour without Punishment & Fear

Farah Syafinas Binti Mahadi

Psychology

Bachelor of Psychology, Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI), Malaysia

Venue: Melbourne

Sleep, Nutrition & Gut Health in Autism

Nivetha A/P Ramachandran

Dietitian

Bachelor of Dietetics, Universiti Sultan Zainal Abidin (UniSZA), Malaysia

2:00 PM – 2:45 PM

Venue: New York

Establish and Operate a Therapy Centre for Children with Special Needs

Dr. Ruwinah Abdul Karim

Clinical Director, Penawar Special Learning Centre (PSLC)

Venue: Melbourne

BCCT (Beyond Centers and Circle Time) Method for Transition Period and Early Intervention Towards Primary School

Dr. Dhina Melinda, M.Hum

Chairperson, Avicenna Cendikia Medan Foundation

2:45 PM – 3:30 PM

Venue: New York

OT, Speech & Psychology Integration: Multidisciplinary Models That Work

Fajjar Binti Fahmi

Psychology

Bachelor of Psychology, Widad University College, Malaysia

Venue: Melbourne

Supporting Speech, Interaction and Expression in Autism

Nur Ashikin Binti Ramli

Interventionist

Bachelor of Arts (Anthropology & Sociology), University of Malaya, Malaysia

3:30 PM – 4:00 PM

Exhibition

Day 2 Friday, 12 June 2026

9:00 AM – 9:45 AM

Venue: Moscow

How to Reduce Classroom Noise & Sensory Triggers

Nurul Syafiqah Binti Mohamed Suhaidi

Occupational Therapist

Bachelor of Occupational Therapy, Universiti Teknologi MARA Puncak Alam (UiTM), Malaysia

Venue: Melbourne

Habbatus Sauda and Autism: Therapeutic Benefits and Mechanism

Nurul Aina Binti Azman

Occupational Therapist

Bachelor of Occupational Therapy, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), Malaysia

9:45 AM – 10:30 AM

Venue: Moscow

Transition to Adolescence: Puberty, Emotions & Identity

Raja Aulia Pitaloka, S.Psi., M.Psi., Psikolog

Clinical Psychologist, Batam City

Venue: Melbourne

Vocational Training for Youth with Autism

Nurul Aini Binti Yahya

Occupational Therapist

Master of Occupational Therapy, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), Malaysia

10:30 AM – 11:00 AM

Break

11:00 AM – 11:45 AM

Venue: Moscow

Physical Activities That Improve Focus in Classroom for Autism

Nor Afiza Binti Abd Razak

Physiotherapist

Bachelor of Physiotherapy, KPJ Healthcare University, Malaysia

Venue: Melbourne

Empowering Caregivers: Training Parents as Co-Therapist

Dr. Ruwinah Abdul Karim

Clinical Director, Penawar Special Learning Centre (PSLC)

11:45 AM – 1:15 PM

Break

1:15 PM – 2:00 PM

Venue: Moscow

Managing Screen-Time without Conflict for Children

Nurul Hasanah Binti Mohd Razzekhi

Occupational Therapist

Diploma in Occupational Therapy, University College MAIWP International, Malaysia

Venue: Melbourne

Preparing Autistic Youth for Independent Living

Tengku Nuramalina Binti Tengku Alias

Occupational Therapist

Bachelor of Occupational Therapy, Universiti Teknologi MARA Puncak Alam (UiTM), Malaysia

2:00 PM – 2:45 PM

Venue: Moscow

Building Peer Acceptance & Anti-Bullying Strategies

Sofea Meerza Binti Muhammad Shafie

Counsellor

Bachelor of Guidance and Counselling, UNITAR International University, Malaysia

Venue: Melbourne

Our Children and Technology: Guiding with Wisdom, Not Prohibiting

Alvendo Wahyu Aranski, S.Kom., M.Kom

Lecturer & Head of Information Systems Study Program, Institut Teknologi Batam (ITEBA)

2:45 PM – 3:30 PM

Venue: Moscow

Signs of Hearing Problems in Children with Autism

Shazana Norfarahin Binti Moideen

Audiologist

Bachelor of Audiology, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia

Venue: Melbourne

Self-Advocacy Skills: Teaching Youth to Speak for Themselves

Dayang Nursyazana Binti Sahabuddin

Psychology

Bachelor of Psychology, Universiti Malaysia Sabah

3:30 PM – 4:00 PM

Exhibition

Day 3 Saturday, 13 June 2026

9:00 AM – 9:45 AM

Venue: Moscow

Alternative Education for Children with Special Needs

Prihatini, S.Pd., Gr

Founder, Homeschooling Bintang Harapan, Bandung City

9:45 AM – 10:30 AM

Venue: Moscow

Islamic Religious Education for Children with ASD in Inclusive Elementary Schools in Samarinda City: An Analysis of Planning, Implementation and Assessment

Sa’da Qamariah, M.Pd

Adjunct Lecturer, Faculty of Tarbiyah and Teacher Training, Sultan Aji Muhammad Idris State Islamic University, Samarinda

10:30 AM – 11:30 AM

Forum

Forum: Autism Policy, Rights & Education in Indonesia

Panel 1: Qurniadi, M.Pd — Secretary, Batam City Education Department
Panel 2: Drs. Zul Arif, M.H., C.Med — Head of Social Rehabilitation Division, Social Services Department of Batam City
Panel 3: dr. Agnes Sintalia Saing, MKKK — Head of Public Health Division, Health Department of Batam City
Panel 4: Sutarsih — Principal of RA/MI Darul Ilmi, Batam (Non-Governmental Organization)

11:30 AM – 12:00 PM

Ceremony

Closing Ceremony

Dr. Ruwinah Abdul Karim

Chairman, Indonesia Autism Summit 2026

Open Hall Program

Day 1 Thursday, 11 June 2026

10:00 AM – 10:45 AM

Anxiety & Mental Health in Autistic Children

Nurul Ain Binti Zaini

Psychology

Bachelor of Psychology with Human Resource Development, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM)

10:45 AM – 11:30 AM

Posture Matters: Helping Children to Sit Better in Class

Aizad Bin Rahim

Physiotherapist

Diploma in Physiotherapy, Universiti Kuala Lumpur Royal College of Medicine Perak

11:30 AM – 12:15 PM

Creating an Inclusive Classroom Environment

Farahani Binti Azmi

Psychology

Bachelor of Psychology with Human Resource Development, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM)

12:15 PM – 1:30 PM

Break

1:30 PM – 2:30 PM

When to Seek Physiotherapy Support: Early Signs to Watch For

Siti Nabihah Binti Jamil

Physiotherapist

Diploma in Physiotherapy, KPJ Healthcare University, Malaysia

2:30 PM – 3:30 PM

Family Support During Transition to Adulthood

Nor Syamimi Athirah Binti Mohd Fadzli

Psychology

Bachelor of Psychology, Widad University College, Malaysia

Day 2 Friday, 12 June 2026

9:00 AM – 10:00 AM

Building Communication Skills in Children who Struggle to Express Themselves

Nur Ashikin Binti Ramli

Interventionist

Bachelor of Arts (Anthropology & Sociology), University of Malaya, Malaysia

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Reducing Risk of Injury During Play & Sports for Autism & ADHD

Najeha Nurhashimah Binti Mohamed Nasir

Sports Medicine Therapist

Bachelor of Sport Science, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), Malaysia

11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Simple Classroom Strategies to Improve Focus & Attention: Activities for ADHD & Dyslexia

Nurul Fatin Syahirah Binti Khairul Anuar

Psychology

Bachelor of Child and Family Psychology, Universiti Malaysia Sabah, Malaysia

12:00 PM – 1:30 PM

Break

1:30 PM – 2:30 PM

Understanding Sensory Overload and Emotional Responses

Nilam Baiduri Binti Azman

Psychology

Bachelor of Psychology, Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI), Malaysia

2:30 PM – 3:30 PM

Sleep, Screen Time & Behaviour: What Psychology Says

Yogeetha Pillay A/P TS Letchumanan Roy

Counsellor

Bachelor of Guidance and Counselling, UNITAR International University, Malaysia