Join us for the
South Dakota Conference on Developmental Disabilities.
The theme of this year's conference is Leading Change Together and will
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.
Over 25 sessions covering a variety of topics
• apps and software to help people with disabilities live more independently
• Using Charting the LifeCourse Tools to build a Good Life
• Sensory processing
• Intersectionality of disability and abuse/assault
• Division of Developmental Disabilities services
• Understanding guardianship and alternatives to guardianship
• Supporting families through the transition process
• Providing culturally responsive services
• Assistive technology
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.
Due to popular demand,
we are offering an opportunity for individuals to attend just Chris Nikic's
presentation. Please select "Get Tickets" to purchase a ticket to his
presentation. Children 17 and under attend for free, but must have an
accompanying and registered adult.
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
CLICK HERE