The SNTI was founded in 2016 to provide a forum where START network partners from across the country learn about the newest research and evidence-based approaches, along with best practices and innovations associated with START programs, to improve local capacity, service outcomes, and life experiences for individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities and mental health needs (IDD-MH) and their families.

The SNTI is delivered over the course of 2 ½ days and includes keynote presentations, panel presentations, breakout sessions, and a research poster session.

The SNTI welcomes mental health & IDD professionals, psychologists, psychiatrists, physicians, researchers, administrators, family members, self-advocates, educators, direct support professionals, social workers, service coordinators, students, and anyone interested in promoting wellness for people with IDD-MH.