Keynote Speakers
Below you will find information about the keynote speakers of the conference. Click on each name to learn more about their professional background and their contribution to the field.
Dr. Avagyan is the creator of Armav AAC, the first Armenian-language augmentative and alternative communication application, developed to expand communication access for Armenian-speaking individuals with complex communication needs. The application has reached hundreds of users and continues to evolve toward broader accessibility and bilingual functionality. Across her academic, clinical, and entrepreneurial work, Dr. Avagyan is committed to transforming research into practical solutions. Her mission is to ensure that every individual—regardless of language, diagnosis, or geography—has access to effective communication, meaningful participation, and the opportunity to be heard within schools, communities, and everyday life.
Norma Camilleri is a highly experienced speech and language therapist who has worked extensively with children and adults presenting with communication and swallowing disorders. Her professional activity spans clinical practice, teaching, and advocacy, and she has played a significant role in advancing speech and language therapy services in Malta and internationally.
Lusine Babayan
Dr. Lusine Babayan is an experienced surdopedagogue and university lecturer specializing in the education and rehabilitation of individuals with hearing impairments. She has made a substantial contribution to the training of specialists and the development of inclusive education practices in Armenia, with a particular focus on improving the quality of life of people with communication difficulties.
Professor Paola Marangolo is a leading Italian scholar in the fields of neuropsychology and cognitive neuroscience. Her research focuses on language disorders, aphasia rehabilitation, and the neural mechanisms underlying communication. By integrating experimental research with clinical practice, she has significantly contributed to evidence-based approaches in the assessment and treatment of language impairments.
To be continued
Additional information about the remaining keynote speakers will be published soon.