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This month's presentation will focus on Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASDs). The presentation start with an overview of what FASD is, explore how it can look similar to—and differ from—other [...]

DS-Connect.org features a ‘Now Recruiting‘ section that lists a range of research studies currently enrolling individuals with Down syndrome, across a wide variety of ages—from infants to older [...]

Awardees can receive up to $100,000 in qualified educational debt repayment with a two-year award (plus 39% for tax payments). There is no limit on the number of renewal applications as long as [...]

Families looking for inclusive winter activities may enjoy the following sensory friendly or low sensory options. These events offer adaptations such as softer lighting, lower sound levels, [...]

Alice Wong, disability justice advocate, author, and founder of the Disability Visibility Project, passed away on November 14 at the age of 51. Wong was a nationally recognized leader whose work [...]

Ben Moore’s connection to the University of Washington began early in life. As a toddler, he participated in early childhood programs connected to what was then the CHDD, now the IHDD. Although [...]

The Language, Assistive Technology, and Autism (LATA) Lab at The Ohio State University is recruiting parents and legal guardians of transition-age AAC users (ages 14–22).

KUOW recently highlighted the importance of early autism diagnosis and access to evidence-based supports. Dr. Annette Estes, Director of the UW Autism Center, explained that autism can often be [...]

The IHDD is now accepting applications for the 2025-2026 Pilot Grant Program. This opportunity provides up to $10,000 to support innovative research in intellectual and developmental disabilities [...]