Join us for the South Dakota Conference on Developmental Disabilities.

The theme of this year's conference is Difference is Power. Creativity is Limitless.  Our goal with this conference is to focus on developing partnerships to improve the well-being of individuals with developmental disabilities in South Dakota. This is a joint effort across multiple agencies throughout South Dakota.

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We are excited to be offering a number of excellent breakout presentations related to the following tracks

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• Early Childhood

• Transition

•  Mental Health & Challenging Behaviors

• Advocacy

• Accessibility & Inclusion

The conference is open to all and intended for people with disabilities, family members, professionals in the field of developmental disabilities (healthcare, education, mental health), state, community and agency providers.

SCHOLARSHIPS: Individuals with developmental disabilities and/or their family members are eligible to receive a scholarship for this conference. To get additional information or to register for a scholarship, please email Jessica Lamb at: Jessica.Lamb@state.sd.us.

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Be sure to check back as the conference date of August 31 - September 1, 2027 approaches for more information related to our keynote presenters, breakout titles and more!!