Monday, October 16, 2023
Pre-conference Workshops: 1 – 4 p.m.
Session 1 – What’s the Buzz about Plain Language? How to Communicate Clearly (Africa 60)Sometimes less is more. Learn how to create documents that people canunderstand. In this interactive, pre-conference session we’ll explain plain language and easy read strategies. We’ll also explore accessibility of documents and social media. You will leave this session with strategies you can use right away! Presenters: Sydney Badeau, Cindy Bentley, Molly Cooney, and Nancy Gapinski
Session 2 – Do it now: Taking your Advocacy to the Next Level! (Africa 40)Are issues like caregiving, special education, and transportation important to you? This session will prepare you to make the case on disability issues that affect you or a loved one. You’ll meet other advocates and practice talking in small groups about disability issues that matter to you. You will leave the session better prepared to share your lived experiences with your legislators and policy makers.Presenters: Tami Jackson, Jenny Neugart, and Partners in Policymaking Graduates
Self-Determination Conference 101: 3 – 5 p.m.
Maji Lounge (across from registration desk) / Virtual Link
Do you have questions about the conference? Want help deciding what sessions to go to? We can help you out!
Or Stop by the Zoom Lounge to get one-to-one help.
Roaming Reporters: 5:30 – 6 p.m.
Tag along with our Roaming Reporters as they talk to attendees at the 2023 Wisconsin Self-Determination Conference. This year’s theme is Be Curious: Explore the Possibilities.
KICK-OFF – 5 – 8 p.m.
(African West Ballroom)
What’s All the Buzz About?
Explore new opportunities to build a more Self-Determined life. Check out this fun earn a $5 Gift certificate to use with our Micro business vendors! A light meal is available in Africa 10.
Virtual: Go to the Kick-off link to view all the exhibits and activities for this event. You will find materials online.
This portion will be prerecorded. You will find interactive ways to explore self-direction and satisfy your curiosity!
Click here to Watch the Kick-Off Recap!
