Ethical Considerations for Including People with IDD in Decision-making

Kristin Dell’Armo, PhD, Nationwide Children’s Hospital
Jenny Mai Phan, PhD, Children’s National Hospital
Rebecca Lyren, PhD, Nationwide Children’s Hospital

This session will delve into the ethical complexities of the inclusion of those with ID in decisions about their lives. The session aims to equip attendees with practical guidelines and strategies for ensuring that individuals with ID are involved in decision-making to the greatest extent possible.

Writing for Publication in Scholarly Journals

Frank Symons, PhD, FAAIDD, University of Minnesota; Editor of AJIDD

Amy S. Hewitt, PhD, FAAIDD, University of Minnesota; Editor of IDD         

Colleen Thoma, PhD, FAAIDD, Virginia Commonwealth University; Co-Editor of Inclusion

LaRon Scott, EdD, FAAIDD, University of Virginia; Co-Editor of Inclusion

Preparing our Students for Inclusive Professional Practice: Navigating the Gap Between the Ideal and the Real

Carrie Coffield, PhD, Rutgers University
Carol Britton Laws, PhD, FAAIDD, University of Georgia
Sarah Ballard, PhD, Illinois State University

2024 SECP Research Colloquium

This session is organized by the AAIDD Student and Early Career Professional (SECP) and Research Interest Networks.

Join us for a dynamic event featuring four engaging 20-minute roundtable sessions where you'll have the chance to interact with diverse groups of presenters. Each presenter will offer a brief 5-minute overview of their project, providing valuable insights and inspiration for your own journey. Don't miss this chance to network, learn, and contribute to meaningful discussions.

The Story Behind the Stories: Past Presidents of AAIDD

Marc J. Tassé, PhD, FAAIDD, President, 2012-2013
Michael L Wehmeyer, PhD, FAAIDD, President, 2010-2011

Join us for a “behind the scenes” take on the contributions of some of the early presidents of the Association.