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  • 2025 SPEAK Up! & Out Conference for Self-Advocates and Caregivers

    Self-advocates Promoting Empowerment & Access in Kansas hosted by the Kansas Council on Developmental Disabilities in partnership with Down Syndrome Innovations.
  • đź“… Saturday, November 8, 2025
    🕣 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM
    📍 KU Edwards Campus
    12600 Quivira Rd, Overland Park, KS 66213

     

    Thank you for registering for the 2025 SPEAK Up! & Out Conference for Self-Advocates and Caregivers. This form will help us prepare for your participation by collecting your background, accessibility needs, and your expectations for the event. 

    We understand that travel costs can sometimes be a barrier. To help ensure everyone who wishes to attend has the chance to join us, we offer travel assistance and scholarships. If this would be helpful to you, please complete the Travel Assistance & Scholarship Form as soon as possible so we can best support your participation.

    ⚠️ Please note: Space is limited, and general registration closes on October 15, 2025. You must be registered to attend the conference.

    Please fill out all relevant fields before submitting.

    We look forward to seeing you there!

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  • âś… You're Almost Done – Thank You for Registering!

    We’re excited to welcome you on Saturday, November 8th, from 8:00 am - 3:00 pm for the 2025 SPEAK Up! & Out Conference for Self-Advocates and Caregivers, held at the KU Edwards Campus in Overland Park.

    Event Location:
    12600 Quivira Rd
    Overland Park, KS 66213


    👉 Don’t forget to click "Submit" below to complete your registration!
    Thank you again for your participation—we look forward to seeing you!

    The deadline for requesting accommodations is September 15th. Please email Lola at lola@kcdd.org

    The deadline for requesting scholarships and travel assistance is August 15th. 

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