Introducing the ABI Communication Lab — where #communication, connection, and community come together after #braininjury 🧠💬✨

We’re passionate about helping people with acquired brain injury stay connected to the people and moments that matter most 💛🤝

#Research #CommunicationScience

✨ We are delighted to spotlight visiting scholar, Jana Quinting!

💬 Collaborations like these provide valuable opportunities to exchange knowledge, share expertise, and strengthen international research partnerships. 

#ResearchCollaboration #KnowledgeExchange #CommunicationResearch #BrainInjury

🎓✨ Congratulations to our #Honours students who recently presented their #research projects!

We are incredibly proud of the hard work, dedication, and enthusiasm demonstrated by our students throughout their Honours journey.

#CommunicationResearch #BrainInjury #SpeechPathology

☕ On #InternationalCoffeeDay, we celebrate one of the world’s most loved beverages and the moments of connection and community it inspires.

So grab your coffee, connect with someone important to you, and celebrate the role that #communication plays in bringing people together.

#BrainInjury

🎙️ On air with 774 ABC Radio Melbourne!

Last night, I had the pleasure of joining ABC Radio Melbourne to talk about #positiveageing and #brainhealth 🧠 ✨

🔗 Listen to the segment here: lnkd.in/g22QhMtz

@westernsydneyu.bsky.social @abicommlab.bsky.social @marcsinstitute.bsky.social @sydney.edu.au

🌟 Celebrating #DisabilityInclusionMonth with a fantastic series of inclusive events, including 📸 Jen's Photography Workshop, ⠃ Luca Weber's #Braille Workshop, and the 🎨 Art Showcase Launch.

It was wonderful to see staff, students, and community members come together to learn and connect 💙

🏥🧠 The OSTRICH tool helps healthcare services evaluate and improve communication access across three key areas:
✅ Environment
✅ Interactions
✅ Resources

Check it out here:
🔗 abi-communication-lab.sydney.edu.au/ostrich-obse...

#CommunicationAccess #InclusiveHealthcare #HealthLiteracy

📣 2026 Speech Pathology Research #Symposium: Shaping the Future Through Research

The University of Sydney and Speech Pathology Australia (ACT/NSW Branch) invite researchers and clinicians to share the latest #research and ideas shaping the future of #speechpathology.

More info on the flyer!

🌍💙 Today is #InternationalAtaxiaAwarenessDay.

Ataxia can affect speech, coordination, participation, and daily life. At the ABI Communication Lab 🧠, we support research and advocacy that promote meaningful communication, inclusion, and quality of life for people living with neurological conditions.

📚 ABI Comm Lab #BookoftheMonth: "Honey I Smell Flowers" 🧠

This inspiring memoir by Deloris M. Jones shares a mother's perspective on her son's recovery following severe #braininjury, highlighting the challenges, resilience, and unwavering support that shape the recovery journey. 💙

🎓💬 Are you a students peech pathologist interested in #braininjury communication rehabilitation?

We're inviting students, clinicians, and researchers to explore opportunities to get involved in research, build skills, and connect with others in the field. 🧠🤝

Learn more 👇
🔗 lnkd.in/gj6UmKRd

🧠 We're excited to share the third issue of the Acquired Brain Injury Communication Lab newsletter! Stay up to date with our latest research, projects, publications, and opportunities to get involved in brain injury and communication research.

📬 Subscribe: app.e2ma.net/app2/audienc...

#BrainInjury

📣 2026 Speech Pathology Research #Symposium: Shaping the Future Through Research

The University of Sydney and Speech Pathology Australia (ACT/NSW Branch) invite researchers and clinicians to share the latest #research and ideas shaping the future of #speechpathology.

More info on the flyer!

🌏✨ Today we celebrate #DiverseHeritageDay and the cultures, languages, and experiences that strengthen our communities.

At the ABI Communication Lab 🧠, we recognise that diversity enriches research, clinical practice, and our understanding of communication.

#DiversityAndInclusion #Communication

📣 2026 Speech Pathology Research #Symposium: Shaping the Future Through Research

The University of Sydney and Speech Pathology Australia (ACT/NSW Branch) invite researchers and clinicians to share the latest #research and ideas shaping the future of #speechpathology.

More info on the flyer!

📢 New #article alert!

"Building Knowledge and Confidence: Student Speech Pathologists' Perspectives on Learning About Cognitive-Communication Disorders and the Potential of Implementing Convers-ABI-lity on Placement"

Read here 🔗 lnkd.in/gYKw_BBe

#SpeechPathology #ClinicalEducation

📚✨ Happy #NationalReadaBookDay!

At the ABI Communication Lab 🧠, we recognise the important role reading plays in communication, cognition, and everyday participation, while also highlighting the literacy challenges many people face after acquired brain injury. 💙

#BrainInjury #CommunicationMatters

📣 2026 Speech Pathology Research #Symposium: Shaping the Future Through Research

The University of Sydney and Speech Pathology Australia (ACT/NSW Branch) invite researchers and clinicians to share the latest #research and ideas shaping the future of #speechpathology.

More info on the flyer!

Do you live with #braininjury? 🧠

Would you like to be involved in #research? 💬

The Acquired Brain Injury Communication Lab is looking for people with brain injury to learn about research and other opportunities. 🤝

You can visit our Opportunities page to learn more 👇

lnkd.in/gj6UmKRd

📖 Join Luca Weber and the team from Braille By Luca for a free, interactive workshop exploring #Braille, #accessibility, and #inclusivecommunication.

📅 10 September | 1:00-3:00pm
📍 Susan Wakil Health Building, University of Sydney
💰 Free

🎟️ Register: events.humanitix.com/braille-by-l...