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MDSC Annual Conference

March 25, 2022 - March 27, 2022

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We hope you will join us March 25-27 when we hold MDSC’s 38th Annual VIRTUAL Conference and once again shine a spotlight on the latest innovative research. LBFalconeJoin us for a Friday Night Opening Ceremony launch emceed by Lauren Beckham Falcone of the WROR Morning Show and featuring accomplished musician Sujeet Desai, the first person with Down syndrome to play Carnegie Hall. Then, starting Saturday, you will have access to a broad array of sessions for people with Down syndrome, their family members, health care professionals and educators, featuring the latest research findings and timely information from national and local experts on a range of topics related to Down syndrome. Sessions will include LIVE Interactive Workshops, Specialty Workshops, On-Demand Workshops and a Self-Advocate Track, and the conference will be centered around MDSC’s 2022 theme: Building an Inclusive Future We Can All Believe In! Our community’s inherent strength and resilience gives us ample reason to be hopeful for the future. Even in the midst of the challenges that define our modern world, our community is looking ahead, and we are ready to thrive. Together, we are building a future that is bright, one that is inclusive and one we can all believe in. Join us!

Special thanks to our presenting sponsor, the National Down Syndrome Society. MDSC 2022Theme final H 01

 

Personalized Tracks

 

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General Session Workshops

Parents, family members and professionals learned from expert speakers about how to help individuals with Down syndrome acquire the necessary skills to lead fuller, healthier, more independent lives.

Self Advocate Workshops

Teens and adults with Down syndrome age 13 and older gathered virtually and had an opportunity to network and share experiences, strengthen their self-advocacy skills, and learn about the importance of leading a healthy life and building meaningful relationships.

Specialty Workshops

Workshops led by and designed for unique groups, including grandparents, new parents, siblings, caregivers, and more. Created a forum for sharing stories and learning the importance of advocacy.

Education Workshops

Educators and parents learned best practices for educating students with Down syndrome in an inclusive classroom, as well as the benefits of inclusion for all learners.

Details

Start:
March 25, 2022
End:
March 27, 2022
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Website:
https://mdsc.org/events/annual-conference/