SLN News
Within the these pages you will find information about events, resources, news, advocacy, safety, caregiving, and other related information.
Resource Spotlight: Sibling Research and the Benefits of Joining the SLN
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The Sibling Leadership Network and the American Association on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (AAIDD) discuss research related to siblings of people with disabilities on Wednesday, April 15, 2020. Our very…
Upcoming webinar on Sibling Strengths and Supported Decision Making
Please join us for an upcoming webinar jointly sponsored by AAIDD and the Sibling Leadership Network. This presentation will focus on the importance of siblings during supported decision making. We will…
Mental Health Resource for Uncertainty
The future is uncertain. We’re all anxious. But we must remember to take care of ourselves and each other during this unprecedented time in our history. We found this resource…
The 2020 Disability Policy Seminar is Two Weeks Away
The Disability Policy Seminar is a three-day annual that promotes unity, movement building and amplifies the concerns of people with I/DD before congress. The event is full of informative sessions…
Honoring the Diversity of March’s Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month
This month, the SLN is observing Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month which amplifies the efforts of organizations such as the National Association of Councils on Developmental Disabilities (NACDD) and its partners…
Siblings in Staten Island, NY Talk About Their Bond on Local News Site
Don’t we all love to see other sibling stories being shared online? We loved meeting siblings from seven families in Staten Island, New York City who told readers of the…
Announcing Colorado Chapter’s Rocky Mountain Sibs and Their New Leadership Program
Congratulations to our friends in Colorado for rebranding their chapter to Rocky Mountain Sibs! The organization aims to build resources for siblings of individuals with special needs to help…
Resource Spotlight: Self-determination Online Resource Center for Empowerment (SORCe)
The Self-determination Online Resource Center for Empowerment (SORCe) was developed to to link individuals and families, caregivers, professionals, payers, and government policymakers with information and tools to facilitate self direction…
Announcing the 2021 National SLN Conference Location
Hello Sibs, We’re excited to announce details about SLN’s eighth national conference. We’re hosting it in Jacksonville, FL from June 19-21, and we’re taking your questions early – over a…
Resource Spotlight: Guide on Supported Decision Making
The “My Voice Counts” Self Advocate’s Guide to Supported Decision Making covers the following 5 areas: Understanding Supported Decision Making as an Alternative to Guardianship How to Organize Your Ideas…