Scholarship Opportunities
Most conference scholarships are awarded by AAIDD Interest Networks to those who are making presentations at conference. A limited number of other scholarship opportunities are available.
Self-Advocate Scholarship
Application Deadline: April 15, 2026
The AAIDD Religion & Spirituality Interest Network committed to including people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in the AAIDD annual national conference. We have funds to provide a $500 scholarship for one adult with intellectual or developmental disability who is involved in self-advocacy and is interested in attending the AAIDD Annual Meeting.
We are particularly interested in self-advocates who have an interest in religion and/or spirituality, including how people with disabilities experience belonging, meaning, or participation in faith or spiritual life. Being part of a faith community is not required.