Education for Parents of Indigenous Children with Special Needs

2024 Native American Special Education Conference

Please note: the 2024 Conference is SOLD OUT

Call for Training

Conference dates and location:

November 18 - 20, 2024

Embassy Suites, Albuquerque, NM

Save the Date

Call for Presenters

EPICS is now soliciting proposals for the 2024 In-Person Special Education Conference, November 2024 in Albuquerque, NM. All information can be found on the proposal submission forms below. The Proposal Submission Deadline is October 18, 2024.

Join EPICS to navigate resources, advocacy, & support to advance supported special education best practices for parents of children with disabilities. There will be great presenters and guest speakers. A time to network with other parents and connect with professionals, resources & information. Most of all, enhance your knowledge to become a strong advocate for your child(ren) with unique abilities.

Who Should Attend

Parents and Professionals working with Native American families of children with disabilities.

Other Information

Meals are provided for Registered Attendees only. Option to buy a meal ticket is available at check out when registering online. Registration payment is non-refundable.

Among other special education topics, this year’s focus is to educate parents on the 14 different types of disabilities listed in the IDEA of 2004 and the resources available for each type of disabilities. We want our parents to take away understanding their child(ren) disabilities and resources available.

REGISTRATION is now SOLD OUT!

Hotel Reservations are now SOLD OUT!

Embassy Suites, 1000 Woodward Place NE, Albuquerque, NM

More information can be found on the link below.

Thank you so much for taking the time to spend two and half informational days with EPICS!

Topics in consideration:

Special Education Law/IDEA
Special Education Process
Transition Services for young adults

14 Types of Disabilities as listed in IDEA
Self-Care
Providing services to Native American youth 1-26 years old

Important Notes About Registration:
No Refund Policy: We regret that EPICS has a No Refund policy and cannot refund credit cards or release purchase orders if you must cancel. However, you can transfer your registration to a friend or colleague. Email the registration team for details.

Proposal Submission Form Registration SOLD OUT Hotel SOLD OUT

Conference Agenda

Conference will be held November 18 - 20, 2024. More information forth coming.

EPICS 2024 Conference Sponsorship Opportunities

Support our mission to educate and empower our Native Parents & families of children with disabilities (unique abilities) to become informed advocates. By gaining knowledge and support, they become a voice for their children to live a prosperous life. All things are possible!

Click below to fill out Conference Sponsor Intent Form: