Mission Moment
with NDSC Executive Director Jordan Kough
Farewell Message from NDSC Policy Director Heather Sachs
Mission Moment
with NDSC Executive Director Jordan Kough
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Advocacy Matters June’s Advocacy Matters features a powerful threesome: Liz Gary, Denise Gehringer, and Tony Zanfordino. These three are panelists for the NDSC Advocacy Training Boot Camp “Voices of Parents: Successful State and Local Advocacy” segment. All three are parents of individuals with Down syndrome, NDAC members, and have experiences and expertise to help participants learn how to effectively advocate at any level. |
Mission Moment
with NDSC Executive Director Jordan Kough
Early Bird Pricing Extended through June 1st
NDSC has decided to extend Early Bird registration pricing through June 1st, when registration closes. This decision was made in an effort to offset the high cost of flights and hotels. We hope this change will allow our families to make the decision that is right for them. If you or your family have any questions regarding this change, please let us know.
US Department of Education OSEP Director Valerie C. Williams to Speak At 50th Annual National Down Syndrome Congress Convention
Valerie C. Williams, Director of the U.S. Department of Education Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP), will present at the National Down Syndrome Congress (NDSC) plenary convention to be held on June 24 in New Orleans. Director Williams, formerly the NDSC Vice President, is the parent of a son with Down syndrome and has a distinguished career in senior positions in government and non-profit organizations as well as working with Members of Congress and staff on Capitol Hill.
Mission Moment
with NDSC Executive Director Jordan Kough
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