Dr Yoon Suk Hwang
2024 Global Conference Speaker
Biography
Adjunct Research Fellow – University of Queensland
Dr Yoon-Suk Hwang is an adjunct research fellow at the University of Queensland, Australia and a practitioner in mindfulness and positive behavioural support. As an author of journal articles, book chapters and a book, Dr Hwang’s research interests include the applications of mindfulness for empowering individuals with social, emotional, behavioural and learning difficulties, learning and wellbeing, student voices and engagement and special needs and family support. She has served as an associate editor for Journal of Child and Family Studies and Mindfulness. She is currently working on her clinical understanding of applied behaviour analysis and the application of mindfulness for enhancing quality of life of people living with behavioural difficulties.
Topic
Dr. Yoon Suk Hwang will explore the core principles and practices of mindfulness, focusing on how practising mindfulness can drive personal change and support individuals with disabilities. Additionally, Dr. Hwang will highlight the role of mindful self-care and the importance of interconnectedness for overall well-being.