Speak Out February 2016

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The overwhelmingly positive response to the Speech
Pathology 2030 project confirms what we already knew–speech
pathologists are extremely interested in the future of their profession.
The nominations for thought leaders were insightful and wide-
ranging. With over 200 nominations it has been a challenging task to
shortlist to 20 individuals. Interviews are underway and it has been
tremendously encouraging to hear the insights these 'thinkers' have
about the future of our profession.
A full wrap up of the thought leader interviews will be included in the
April edition of Speak Out.
Interviewing clients has also been a task that the project team
has described as both interesting and a privilege. The clients have
consistently commented on how pleased they are to be involved in
the project. Each of them has a powerful voice and an important
message for us as we contemplate the future of our profession.
As one client observed, “with the emphasis on technology now I
hope speech pathologists never lose their recognition of the client
and their relationship as being absolutely central to everything they
do”.
What a great start to the Speech Pathology 2030 project.
Let’s all continue to work together on making futures happen for our
profession.
Gaenor Dixon
National President
Positive response to
Speech Pathology 2030
speech pathology 2030
“My speechie has
given me my voice
back and continues
to help me over
all the humps and
bumps along the
way. I'd be absolutely
lost without her.”