Legacy Speaker Series

Join the UNC School of Social Work for a thought-provoking celebration of National Disability Awareness Month during our third annual Legacy Speakers Series. This year, we are focusing on “Thriving with I/DD Across the Lifespan.”

Spend the day with social work scholars and community leaders with lived experience, exploring ways to empower people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) and their families to exercise choice and self-determination more fully throughout life. We’re shedding light on the challenges faced by individuals with I/DD and highlighting collaborative practices that build more equitable and inclusive communities. How are we ensuring our legacy creates a space where people with unique perspectives and experiences can thrive?

Sheli Reynolds, key developer of the Charting the LifeCourse framework and tools, will lead the day by sharing her expertise in practices that enhance person- and family-centered organizational, policy and systems change. Our dynamic panelists will share their thoughts on building capacity and working collaboratively. Learn how we can ensure equitable, accessible, and inclusive communities for people with I/DD and their loved ones.

Scroll to the bottom of the registration page (linked below) to reserve your spot.