April 3rd-4th, 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Red Wolf 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 young adults and adults with disabilities
- Resources for allies, family members and support professionals
Registration:
Click this link to go to registration form – Please read all details below before you register. Link opens in new browser window.
Scroll down for QR code or to download the conference flyer.
Free/No Registration Fee– Participants will be responsible for their own travel costs and expenses for food and drink not offered by the conference. The conference will include lunch, snacks, and dinner, with some complimentary beverages, on day 1. The conference will include breakfast and lunch, with some complimentary beverages, on day 2.
Lodging– Hotel rooms will be provided, at no cost, for eligible attendees on a first-come, first-served basis. Any expenses (incidentals) charged to a room will be the responsibility of the attendee/guest. The registration form includes a question about the need for a hotel room.
Those attending the Self-Determination conference must be 18 years old or older.
Each person who plans to attend must register individually.
Attendees must reside in the following counties to attend this regional conference: 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.
Contact: Assiah Lewellen, GCDD Deputy Director and Program Coordinator
Email is the best contact option: [email protected]
or call 501-682-4431
The conference schedule will be released soon!
Click Here to Download the Conference Flyer with Registration QR Code (link will open in a new browser tab or window)