Transition Services
Technical Assistance &
Continuing Education Center

2012 National Transition Conference: College and Careers for Youth with Disabilities

Sponsors: US Department of Education – Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services (OSERS). Supported by the New England TACE Center at the Institute for Community Inclusion, University of Massachusetts Boston

May 30–June 1, 2012
Washington Marriott Wardman Park
Washington, DC

This important conference will provide a forum for the development of an action agenda, bring together critical partners in the transition community to exchange innovative ideas and approaches; demonstrate knowledge gained from policy implementation; share transition practices and research findings; and promote and facilitate the development of networks and relationships.

This exciting national conference will bring together:

• Youth and young adults
• Family members/advocates/caregivers
• Educators
• Vocational rehabilitation professionals
• Employment and training professionals
• Researchers
• State and federal officials
• Leaders in the transition community
• Disability service staff
• Student development personnel
• Behavioral health professionals

Don’t miss this opportunity to access the latest information available in the field that can be used to improve the transition from school to adult life for young adults with disabilities.

Watch for the call for papers in late February 2012.
Registration will be available online in March 2012.