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Honors, Awards, and Fellowships
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NCSS Leaders Present at National Psychiatry Conference
NCSS leaders presented at the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (AACAP) Annual Meeting. Learn More
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2024 National Research Consortium Annual Meeting
The NRC meeting featured guest speakers from around the country
The NRC held their sixth annual meeting on October 16 at Kennedy Krieger Institute in Baltimore, MD Learn More
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A Full and Equal Opportunity: Vote 2024
Although many improvements have been made to make the voting process more accessible for everyone, voters with disabilities still face some challenges... Learn More
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NRC Funds Four New Projects in Annual Report
Learn more about new funded projects in the 2023-2024 Annual Report. Learn More
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October is Down Syndrome Awareness Month
People with Down syndrome can lead long, happy, and healthy lives! Learn More
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NCSS and IOD Leadership Attend NADD Conference
We worked together with our partners at NADD, the National Association of the Dually Diagnosed, at their annual conference. Learn More
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October 10 is World Mental Health Day
The theme of mental health at work aligns with the biopsychosocial approach to mental wellness used across the START network. Learn More
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Celebrate the Art of Advocacy and Disability Justice
Reflecting on the history of disability justice advocacy as two exciting NH events approach: The Advocate NH Conference on 10/4 and the Disability Jus... Learn More
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Happy First Birthday, Wildcats for Recovery!
Wildcats for Recovery celebrated their first birthday recently while hosting popular campus events for parents and students. Learn More