Letters and words do not look the same to everyone. Learn how tools that can change the visual appearance, or how reading with the ears can be helpful for reading.

See all of the products, technologies and resources to help you up your game. Buckle up for a a slew of adaptive sports, fun dance opportunities, info-packed workshops and more.

The annual START National Training Institute (SNTI) serves as the premier hub for the exchange of innovative best practices in IDD-MH (intellectual and developmental disabilities and mental health needs) grounded in the philosophy and principles of the START model (including assessment, treatment, and crisis prevention and intervention services). The SNTI brings together a diverse community including but not limited to professionals & providers, researchers, policy makers, people with lived experience of IDD-MH, and family members.

Objectives of SNTI:

1. Enhance knowledge of IDD-MH services, best practices, and research
2. Build and foster relationships, collaboration, and community within and beyond the START network
3. Showcase innovative, evidence-informed practices that align with START values

A person with dyslexia may find writing and spelling to be challenging. This workshop will demonstrate a variety of writing tools such as word prediction, dictation, spell checkers, and more.

John Slatin AccessU is the annual conference where tech professionals, content creators, policymakers, and advocates come together for deep learning in accessible digital design.

AccessU will be hybrid again this year. Virtual attendees will participate through Zoom Events platform, while onsite attendees join at the beautiful St. Edward's campus located in Austin, Texas.

When behavior interferes with learning: connecting the dots between disability and mental health needs at school.

This webinar will introduce accessibility techniques and approaches to help livestream event producers plan and design their virtual, hybrid, or in-person events that get broadcasted. 

We will look at examples of different types of livestreams, basic equipment and software that's needed, and how to manage human-written live captions and sign language interpretation.  

In addition to accessibility, this webinar will touch on low-carbon producing as well as using commons-based, open-source software for livestreaming.

The National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development (NISOD)’s International Conference on Teaching and Leadership Excellence will be taking place from May 25th – 28th, 2024 in Austin, Texas. This conference brings together faculty, administrators, and staff members from community colleges and technical colleges who share a passion for both education and a desire to share resources, ideas, and solutions for their campus communities.

Join the in-person 2024 ADARA Conference on May 29 to June 1, 2024, in Atlanta, Georgia. The conference theme is Recover, Recharge and Reconnect. This conference is an excellent opportunity to gain new information, share your experiences, and hone your professional skills. At the conclusion of the conference, you will be able to identify new skills and training strategies that can be applied to your professional practice.

ADARA conference participants represent professionals in the fields of vocational rehabilitation services and behavioral health, including research, independent living, education, interpreting, transition, etc. At the end of the conference, participants from each service field will be able to integrate their service specialty with at least one other related service.  

ADARA also acknowledges that services for Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and DeafBlind persons are scarce; therefore networking is critical in sharing strategies and resources. When the conference is over, participants will be able to list at least three new connections made to other professionals and other agencies serving individuals who are Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and DeafBlind and describe how these relationships may be of benefit to them.

Communication access is another critical factor that affects ADARA members. At the conclusion of the conference, participants will be able to differentiate strategies for providing effective communication to consumers they work with in a variety of settings, as demonstrated in plenary and workshop sessions.

Get ready for TIC-CON24, the TAA’s annual national conference that brings together the community of people impacted by Tourette Syndrome, Tic Disorders, and associated conditions. Happening in Dallas, Texas, from May 30 – June 2, 2024, this year’s TIC-CON is the perfect weekend for learning, connecting, and fun.  

Join your community for a wonderful weekend where you’ll learn new skills, explore new research and treatment options, and make friends that will last a lifetime.