Each month, NDSS provides a free educational web-based seminar, or webinar, to anyone who is interested in learning more about Down syndrome and related topics, such as health, education, research and family life.
Upcoming Webinars
The NDSS Self-Advocate Advisory Board Presents - Self-Advocates Speak Out
Friday, April 26 at 3:00 PM ET
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Join the NDSS Self-Advocate Advisory Boards we present Self-Advocates Speak Out. This presentation is intended for self-advocates, professionals and parents. Members of the NDSS Self-Advocacy Advisory Board will discuss what it means to be a self-advocate, ways self-advocates can begin advocating for themselves, and how organizations can incorporate self-advocates into their programming.
Past Webinars
Below is a list of past NDSS webinars. Information from each webinar is posted after the presentation.
AGING AND DOWN SYNDROME WITH DR. JULIE MORAN
March 19, 2013
Presenter: Dr. Julie Moran
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View the NDSS publication Aging and Down Syndrome: A Health and Well-Being Guidebook on which the webinar is based.
INCLUSIVE HIGHER EDUCATION - THE PATH TO A NEW FUTURE FOR STUDENTS WITH INTELLECTUAL DISABILITIES
February 20, 2013
Presenters: Meg Grigal and Debra Hart, co-authors of Think College!: Postsecondary Education Options for Students with Intellectual Disabilities
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What's the Point? A Reflection About the Purpose and Outcomes of College for Students with Intellectual Disabilities, referenced in the webinar.
AN UPDATE ON THE CONVENTION ON THE RIGHTS OF PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES
February 13, 2013
Presenters: Executive Director of the United States International Council on Disabilities David Morrissey and Disability Rights Program Manager of the United States International Council on Disabilities Esme Grant
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NDSS YOUR WAY: INDEPENDENT FUNDRAISING
December 20, 2012
Presenter: Pam Sandonato, NDSS VP of Development
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ACHIEVING MEANINGFUL EMPLOYMENT FOR YOUTH WITH INTELLECTUAL AND DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES: HIGH SCHOOL TRANSITION THE PROJECT SEARCH WAY
November 29, 2012
Presenters: Maryellen Daston, Ph.D. and Susie Rutkowski, M.Ed. co-authors of High School Transition that Works: Lessons Learned from Project SEARCH
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AN UPDATE ON DOWN SYNDROME RESEARCH - A COLLABORATION BETWEEN DSRTF AND NDSS IN CELEBRATION OF DOWN SYNDROME AWARENESS MONTH
October 16, 2012
Presenters: Dr. Roger Reeves, NDSS VP of Advocacy & Affiliate Relations Sara Weir, DSRTF Co-Founder Patty White
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HOW YOU CAN HELP PASS A DOWN SYNDROME PRENATAL TESTING INFORMATION LAW
September 20, 2012
Presenters: NDSS, Down Syndrome Affiliates in Action (DSAIA) and the Massachusetts Down Syndrome Congress (MDSC)
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An Afternoon with Chris Burke
August 28, 2012
Presenter: Chris Burke
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Finding Beauty in the Unexpected
July 26, 2012
Presenter: Kelle Hampton
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Learning Is for Everyone - Making College a Reality for Students with Intellectual Disabilities
June 14, 2012
Presenters: Donald Bailey and NDSS Senior Policy Advisor, Postsecondary Education, Stephanie Lee
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How You Can Help Us Pass the ABLE Act Today
May 22, 2012
Presentation by representitives from NDSS and Dads Appreciating Down Syndrome (D.A.D.S.) National.
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Prospects for Improving Cognition in People with Down Syndrome
April 19, 2012
Presenter: Dr. Omar Khwaja, of Roche, a research-focused healthcare company.
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Helping You Ensure Quality of Life For Loved Ones with Special Needs
March 15, 2012
Presenters: Joan Cleveland and Brett Berg of Prudential Life Insurance
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Executive Functioning in Students with Down Syndrome
February 23, 2012
Presenters: Lisa A. Daunhauer, ScD and Deborah J. Fidler, PhD
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Understanding Nutrition-Related Challenges to Creating Healthy Eating Habits for Individuals with Down Syndrome
January 12, 2012
Presenter: Joan Guthrie Medlen
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ABLE Act 101 – Everything You Need to Know About the Achieving a Better Life Experience Act
December 7, 2011
Presentation by representatives from NDSS and Representative Ander Crenshaw's (R-FL) staff.
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Vision and eye issues affecting individuals with Down syndrome
October 13, 2011
Presenter: Dr. W. Walker Motley
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Translating Public Policy Strategies into Sexy Science for the Down Syndrome Community
September 27, 2011
Presenters: Dr. Karen Summar, NDSS VP of Public Policy Madeleine Will and NDSS VP of Advocacy & Affiliate Relations Sara Weir
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Oral Health and Down Syndrome
August 29, 2011
Presenter: Dr. Jessica De Bord
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Camp PALS: Building Communities and Setting Them Free
July 21, 2011
Presenter: Jenni Newbury
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Respiratory Concerns in Children with Down Syndrome
June 2, 2011
Presenter: Dr. Paul Moore
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Sibling Issues: What Your Other Children Without Down Syndrome Are Thinking
May 19, 2011
Presenters: Dr. Brian Skotko and Sue Levine
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I'm Down With You
April 13, 2011
Presenters: Jagatjoti Khalsa and Sarah Schleider
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Buddy Walk: More than Just a Walk
March 10, 2011
Presenters: NDSS Buddy Walk Director Becky Switalski and NDSS VP of Development Pam Sandonato
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Special Needs Solutions for All Ages
February 22, 2011
Presented by Prudential
Slides no Longer Available
IDEA Partnership
January 18, 2011
Presenter: Patrice Linehan
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Developing Residential Options For Individuals With Disabilities
December 9, 2010
Presenter: Dafna Gordon
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For D.A.D.S. and Fathers: Public Policy 101
November 23, 2010
Presenters: Joe Meares, Steve Beck and Tom Milvert
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Social Development and Sexuality
October 20, 2010
Presenter: Leslie Walker Hirsch
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Fundraising Beyond the Buddy Walk
September 14, 2010
Presenters: Toby Newman and NDSS VP of Development Pam Sandonato
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My Great Story
August 25, 2010
Presenters: Kimberly McCoy, Sarah Schleider, NDSS Communications & Social Media Manager Jordana Stern
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Children with Down Syndrome: Perspectives on Development and Behavior
July 23, 2010
Presenter: Dr. Mary Pipan
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Why Not College: Inclusive Postsecondary Education for Students with Intellectual Disabilities
June 18, 2010
Presenters: NDSS VP of Public Policy Madeleine Will and NDSS Senior Policy Advisor, Postsecondary Education, Stephanie Lee
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The Ultimate Transition Workshop
May 6, 2010
Presenter: Jo Ann Simons
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Atypical Behavior and Down Syndrome
March 31, 2010
Presenter: Dr. Mary Pipan
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Prenatal Diagnosis of Down Syndrome
February 18, 2010
Presenter: Dr. Brian Skotko
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Leadership Opportunities for Adults with Down Syndrome
January 29, 2010
Presenters: Essie Pederson, Pam Rieke and Annie Callan
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Universal Design for Learning
October 20, 2009
Presenter: NDSS Associate Director, Education Policy, Ricki Sabia
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Introducing My Great Story
September 22, 2009
Presenters: Sarah Schleider and NDSS Executive VP Beth Finkelstein
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