Youth Transition Conference
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The Youth Transition Conference gives students opportunities to learn more about employment, post-secondary education, social and independent living skills, self-advocacy and more. Participants will meet service providers, role models, and other youth with similar needs.
When & Where
Friday, November 7
9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Mid-State Technical College
Wisconsin Rapids Campus
Registration will open September 2, 2025. Full agenda coming soon!
Call for Presenters
Join us to put ideas into action by submitting a proposal for the 2025 Youth Transition Conference in Wisconsin Rapids, WI. This conference will provide high school students (mostly juniors and seniors) that have a disability with the information and resources they need to prepare them for life after high school.
What We're Looking For
We welcome proposals on topics including (but not limited to):
- Healthy Relationships
- Mental Health Matters
- Supported Decision Making
- Community Mapping
- DVR Services
- Leading with Positivity
- Using Social Media Safely
Session Formats
We are seeking sessions that are 45 minutes of facilitated workshop time.
Submit Your Proposal
Deadline: Friday, August 15, 2025
Event Sponsor
Vendors
Interested in showcasing your organization at this conference? Your group will have the opportunity to reach approximately 200 students.
Please reach out to Ann Lepak with the Opportunity Development Centers, Inc. (ODC) to inquire about becoming a vendor at this event, or register and pay online.
Questions
Contact Sara Schueller (ODC Inc) at sschueller@odcinc.com regarding event questions.
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Ashley Borchardt (Mid-State Technical College) regarding registration inquiries.
If you have a disability and need accommodations to take part in this activity, please let us know. Contact the event coordinator as soon as possible, ideally 14 days in advance.
