Saturday, March 19
DCU Center - Worcester,MA

featuring
Meet the Researchers
A panel of expert researchers shares updates on some of the innovative research which holds great promise for the Down syndrome community. Facilitated by our Medical and Scientific Advisory Council Chair, Dr. Brian Skotko. 

Panelists include: 
  • Nicole Baumer, MD, Med, Co-director Down Syndrome Program, Children's Hospital Boston
  • Richard Fleming, PhD, Associate Professor and Graduate Program Director, University of Massachusetts, Boston
  • Christopher Hartnick, MD, Professor, Department of Otology and Laryngology Harvard Medical School 
  • and others 
For the 32nd year, we are proud to host our Annual Conference, bringing together more than 600 self-advocates, parents, grandparents, siblings, educators, and other professionals from across the Northeast to learn from regional and national experts on a spectrum of topics related to Down syndrome. REGISTER NOW!
  • More than two dozen workshops
  • Regional and national experts
  • Awards Luncheon Extravaganza
  • Self Advocate Keynote Address during Awards Luncheon by self advocate entrepreneur Tim Harris
  • Specialized Tracks for Parents, Educators, Self Advocates and Brothers & Sisters 
  • Sessions for Everyone - families of Children 0-5 years old, Children 5-12, Teens, Adults, Individuals with a Dual Diagnosis of Down Syndrome and Autism, and Individuals with Complex Needs
  • Annual Meeting open to the public with the Executive Director and Board of Directors where people will learn about MDSCs new strategic plan 
  • Diversity Breakfast before start of conference for families of diverse backgrounds.  
Sponsor, exhibit or advertise at the MDSC 32nd Annual Conference. To learn more about how you, your company or organization can become a sponsor, click here. For information on exhibiting or advertising at the MDSC 32nd Annual Conference click here.
 
Participants also gather to share stories, celebrate victories, advocate for acceptance and inclusion, and reunite with other MDSC families. We hope you will join us on March 19th at the DCU Center to promote acceptance and inclusion and celebrate the Down syndrome community.
#iBelieve Video Project
Lily Burton: #iBelieve I can bake!

Join the Fun! Share Your Own #iBelieve Video
Record a short #ibelieve testimonial video. Just grab your cell phone or camera and tell us what you believe for the future. We'll share your videos and open up the world's eyes to what we, as a community, believe for our loved ones. 

What do you  for your loved one with Down syndrome?
What does your loved one with Down syndrome ?
How to Share
**post to our Facebook page
** email the video or a YouTube link to believe@mdsc.org
**Tag @themdsc on Twitter