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Self-Determination: Our Life, Our Way Conference

Registration is Open!

April 3rd-4th, 2026

Jonesboro Convention Center
223 Red Wolf Blvd, Jonesboro, AR 72401

Learn about Self-Determination, make new connections, enjoy fun activities & learn about disability rights from state leaders!

  • An event for youth/young adults and adults with disabilities
  • Resources for allies, family members and support professionals


Everyone must register!


This event is free of charge for people with disabilities in the following counties:
Clay, Craighead, Crittenden, Cross, Greene, Independence, Jackson, Lawrence, Mississippi, Poinsett, Randolph, Sharp, White or Woodruff

This event is part of a conference series. More conferences will be held around the state. If you are from outside the northeast Arkansas area, please send us a message requesting a conference in your region or be added to an interest list.

Registration:

Click this link to go to registration form – Please read all details below before you register. Links on this page will open in a new browser window or tab. You can also scan the QR code below if you prefer to register on your phone.

To find more details and contact information click here to visit the Conference Web Page

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Northeast Arkansas Self-Determination: Our Life, Our Way Conference. Learn about self-determination, navigating service systems, and disability rights. Enjoy fun activities and make new connections! April 3-4, 2026 Jonesboro, Arkansas, Register Now. A free event brought to you by the Arkansas Developmental Disabilities Network