Dec
4
3:30 PM15:30

Capitol Hill Celebration 10th Anniversary of the ABLE Act

Today, one in six Americans live with a disability, yet these individuals are not well represented in the workforce or the financial system. In order to expand community inclusion for people with disabilities, we must provide better financial tools and education.

People with disabilities are a critical part of the national conversation on diversity, equity, and inclusion.  We can foster greater empowerment for this community by removing financial barriers and poverty-level limitations. People with disabilities should be able to invest in their long-term financial well-being.

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Dec
3
to Dec 5

Global Down Syndrome Foundation DeOndra Dixon INCLUDE Project Act on Capitol Hill

For nearly two decades, Down syndrome was one of the least funded genetic conditions at our National Institutes of Health (NIH). The Global Down Syndrome Foundation (GLOBAL) has worked hard and successfully advocated with Congress and the NIH to increase Down syndrome research and medical care funding from $18 million in 2009 to $130 million in 2023.

The DeOndra Dixon INCLUDE Project Act, named in memory of GLOBAL’s beloved Ambassador and Jamie Foxx’s younger sister, DeOndra Dixon, will authorize Down syndrome research funding that continue to elongate life and improve health outcomes for people with Down syndrome.

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Apr
26
6:00 PM18:00

Speaking for Vienna Presbyterian Church's 2nd Annual Prom

Speaking at the Vienna Presbyterian Church’s 2nd annual Prom event for young people (ages 14 and up) with developmental differences and their invited guests.   It will be held on Friday, April 26th at 5:30pm at Vienna Presbyterian Church located at 124 Park St NE, Vienna, VA 22180.  Please join us for a complimentary evening of Dinner, Dancing, and Entertainment!  Parents and caregivers are also welcome to stay on site in the Parents Lounge for their own celebration.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1jhlWsh5aYLAMHx8pz-_6bheB4gHRfhGjkB_qpWJdfRo/viewform?edit_requested=true

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Mar
4
6:30 PM18:30

Virtual Talk at Politics and Prose by David Egan with Kathleen Egan

March 4th: Virtual talk at Politics and Prose:  DC's Premier independent BookStore and cultural Hub

More Alike Than Different: My Life with Down Syndrome by David Egan with Kathleen Egan

ONLINE CLASS: Life From a Different Perspective: Disability Stories (2429)

March 4 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. ET Online

 https://www.politics-prose.com/class/online-class-life-different-perspective-disability-stories-2429

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Feb
20
7:45 PM19:45

David Egan Speaking for Virginia Down Syndrome Association's (VDSA)

David Egan will be speaking on Feb 20th 2024 for the Virginia Down Syndrome Association (VDSA) in Richmond, at their conference "Dismantling Ableism:  Empowering Individuals with Down Syndrome to Thrive."

https://virginiadsa.networkforgood.com/events/62968-the-virginia-virtual-down-syndrome-speaker-series

David will speak on the 20th at 7:45-8:30pm "More Alike than Different:  The Power of Inclusion."

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Feb
15
to Feb 17

DSAIA Annual Leadership Conference in Dallas, Texas - Feb 15-17

DSAIA Annual Leadership Conference in Dallas, Texas - Feb 15-17

https://www.dsaia.org/annual-leadership-conference    

As a Board member, David will join the DSAIA's Annual Leadership Conference to meet with other Board Members and various leaders from all over the country who care about Down syndrome.  

A great opportunity to network.  David will be facilitating a leaders' circle for Self-advocates serving on a Down syndrome Board of Directors.  

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Nov
16
6:00 PM18:00

Presentation to the Golisano Fellowship in Developmental Disability Nursing Program - "The Power of Inclusion"

David will be giving a presentation to the Golisano Fellowship in Developmental Disability Nursing Program on "The Power of Inclusion”

The Golisano Fellowship in Developmental Disability Nursing is a 12-month program designed to develop thought leaders in nursing who support and promote the health and well-being of persons with ID/DD across their lifespan and settings.

The goal of the Fellowship is to create nursing leaders in education, practice, and service who will work in partnership with cross-sector health systems and organizations to advance inclusive practices, foster innovation, promote health, and support self-determination to support wellness and close the health disparities gap among people with ID/DD.

https://www.sjf.edu/institutes/golisano-institute/fellowship/

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NDSS Adult Summit in Cincinnati
Nov
9
to Nov 11

NDSS Adult Summit in Cincinnati

Three days of connection and educational sessions on a variety of topics that address adulthood and aging for the community. This conference is a great educational opportunity for individuals with Down syndrome and other disabilities, family members, and professionals.  

David is a speaker on the Advocacy Panel on Friday Nov 10th.

https://ndss.org/adult-summit

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