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WISCONSIN BOARD FOR PEOPLE WITH DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES: Self Determination Conference 2024: Now Accepting Presenter Applications

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Are you interested in presenting at the 2024 Self-Determination Conference?  We are seeking session proposals for Tuesday, October 22 & Wednesday, October 23, 2024.    

This year’s theme: A Seat at the Table: Nothing About Us Without Us! will help people with disabilities have a voice in supports they need to lead a more Self-Determined live.

Things to know when submitting a proposal:

  • Proposals must include a self-advocate(s) as a lead or co-presenter.
  • Panels should be limited to no more than 3 people. 
  • Conference sessions must support Self-Determination and Self-Directed principles.
  • Presentations will be in person. Presentations should focus on practical, take-home strategies that people can implement in their work and lives.
  • Sessions should not promote specific agencies or products. 
  • Repeat or similar sessions from previous conferences will not be considered.
  • Sessions will be 75 minutes in length. Self-Advocate sessions will be 30 minutes in length.
  • A typical session has an audience of 50-75 attendees. 

Submit your proposal by noon on May 10, 2024. Click the button below to fill out the presenter form online. 

Questions? Email to Fil Clissa at Fil.Clissa@wisconsin.gov 

Link: https://sdconference.regfox.com/2024-self-determination-conference-presenter-proposal 

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