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LIFE Conference 2021 is Open for Registration

Governor's Advisory Council for Exceptional Citizens | News | Date Posted: Wednesday, April 14, 2021

It’s Time to Sign Up for September Fun The 2021 Delaware LIFE Conference, “Delaware’s Premier Disability Conference” is now open for registration.  The three-day VIRTUAL conference on September 15, 21 & 22 features a variety of speakers and educational sessions. Registration is $25 for a person with a disability, parents, guardians, caregivers and students. General […]




Thriving with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

Governor's Advisory Council for Exceptional Citizens | News | Date Posted: Wednesday, April 14, 2021

The Delaware Academy of Medicine and the Delaware Public Health Administration have published the March 2021 issue of the Delaware Journal of Public Health.  This issue focuses on Diversabilty: Thriving with Intellectual and Developmental Disability. The journal is packed with information and references if you wish to do further research.   




College is an Option for Individuals with Disabilities

Governor's Advisory Council for Exceptional Citizens | News | Date Posted: Monday, March 22, 2021

College is an Options for Individuals with Disabilities ~ Stepping Up to the Challenge.  What better month than March to release a video entitled. Why? Because  March is Intellectual Disability (IDD) Awareness Month. This month reminds us to look at the past, examine the present and envision the future we want for people with IDD.  More importantly, it […]




Junior Partners In Policymaking

Governor's Advisory Council for Exceptional Citizens | News | Date Posted: Monday, March 22, 2021

Junior Partners in Policymaking August 9-12, 10 am – 5 pm in Dover, DE Deadline for applications  JUNE 1, 2021 Space is limited so register early! A FREE program aimed at helping young adults ages 15-22 both with and without disabilities get involved in disability advocacy at the local, state, and national levels. Students are […]




Kent County Transition to Life Virtual Fair

Governor's Advisory Council for Exceptional Citizens | News | Date Posted: Friday, March 19, 2021

The Amazing Race to Adulthood Promoting Successful Transition Outcomes for All!! March 30, 2021, from 4 to 6 pm You MUST Register BEFORE  March 28th Click Here to Register A program booklet, which will list all of the participating service providers, will be sent out to those who have registered beginning on March 23rd.   You […]







  Category: Governor’s Advisory Council for Exceptional Citizens

LIFE Conference 2021 is Open for Registration

Governor's Advisory Council for Exceptional Citizens | News | Date Posted: Wednesday, April 14, 2021

It’s Time to Sign Up for September Fun The 2021 Delaware LIFE Conference, “Delaware’s Premier Disability Conference” is now open for registration.  The three-day VIRTUAL conference on September 15, 21 & 22 features a variety of speakers and educational sessions. Registration is $25 for a person with a disability, parents, guardians, caregivers and students. General […]




Thriving with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

Governor's Advisory Council for Exceptional Citizens | News | Date Posted: Wednesday, April 14, 2021

The Delaware Academy of Medicine and the Delaware Public Health Administration have published the March 2021 issue of the Delaware Journal of Public Health.  This issue focuses on Diversabilty: Thriving with Intellectual and Developmental Disability. The journal is packed with information and references if you wish to do further research.   




College is an Option for Individuals with Disabilities

Governor's Advisory Council for Exceptional Citizens | News | Date Posted: Monday, March 22, 2021

College is an Options for Individuals with Disabilities ~ Stepping Up to the Challenge.  What better month than March to release a video entitled. Why? Because  March is Intellectual Disability (IDD) Awareness Month. This month reminds us to look at the past, examine the present and envision the future we want for people with IDD.  More importantly, it […]




Junior Partners In Policymaking

Governor's Advisory Council for Exceptional Citizens | News | Date Posted: Monday, March 22, 2021

Junior Partners in Policymaking August 9-12, 10 am – 5 pm in Dover, DE Deadline for applications  JUNE 1, 2021 Space is limited so register early! A FREE program aimed at helping young adults ages 15-22 both with and without disabilities get involved in disability advocacy at the local, state, and national levels. Students are […]




Kent County Transition to Life Virtual Fair

Governor's Advisory Council for Exceptional Citizens | News | Date Posted: Friday, March 19, 2021

The Amazing Race to Adulthood Promoting Successful Transition Outcomes for All!! March 30, 2021, from 4 to 6 pm You MUST Register BEFORE  March 28th Click Here to Register A program booklet, which will list all of the participating service providers, will be sent out to those who have registered beginning on March 23rd.   You […]