The 2025 IAD Conference Keynote speaker and schedule is now available.Download the Entertainment and Conference Schedules, and Keynote Speaker flyers and save to your mobile device or print out. Entertainment Schedule (Friday) (PDF): EntertainmentConference Schedule (PDF): ScheduleKeynote Speaker (PDF): Speaker A recap of the schedule:Friday, August 1: Registration, Entertainment: Corn hole and Bingo Games with […]
Registration for the 2025 IAD Conference on Friday, August 1 – Saturday, August 2, 2025 is now open.(Note: Zeffy is our new conference registration tool). You may also reserve your rooms at the Grand Bear Resort with the IAD Conference rate per the information below. Reserve your room for the 2025 IAD Conference at Grand […]
Text of flyer:Save the Date!Roaring back to Life2025 IAD Conference Join Us!When: Aug. 1-2, 2025Where: Grand Bear Resort in Utica, ILCheck out what the resort has to offer: https://www.grandbearresort.com/ Tentative PlansAug 1st: “Fun at the Pavilion” at Starved Rock, there will be entertainment done via games such as BINGO, cornhole tournament, and a potluck social […]
During the 2023 IAD Conference, there will be an opportunity to discuss current Bylaws if any members feel anything needs to be revised or updated to support our organizations efforts and the community. Please take a few moments to review the current Bylaws on our website and submit any Amendment Proposals. Submissions and questions about […]
IAD encourages members to register and respond to a poll to share your thoughts and preferences for the Next CEO of NAD. Responses are confidential and IAD will not have access to the responses.Link: https://www.nad.org/2026/04/10/nad-board-update-ceo-search-finalists-community-forum/ Thank you for your support of IAD and NAD!IAD Board
The Illinois LEAD-K Bill will be going to the House tomorrow. Please take few moments to review and sign a ‘Witness” slip saying that you support passing the bill.We need your help in raising awareness and support for this important bill! Details of the LEAD-K Bill: https://www.ilga.gov/Documents/legislation/104/HB/10400HB1783.htm Sign a Witness Slip Supporting the Bill: https://ilga.gov/House/Hearings/details/3056/22568/CreateWitnessSlip/?legislationId=159179&GaId=18&View=Create […]
A new page: “IAD Meeting Minutes” page is now available under the “About Us” menu item. Reviewed and approved Board meeting minutes will be posted on this page for your purview.For any questions or concerns, please contact us at eb@iadeaf.org
IAD is looking for a dedicated individual to serve as Treasurer on its Board. In this vlog, current Treasurer Joe Vieira shares insights about the role, its responsibilities, and what to expect. General requirements are outlined at the end of the video.https://youtu.be/NIL2zNZDqD8 If interested in serving on IAD’s Board as Treasurer, please contact us at eb@iadeaf.org
Emails received from IAD email addresses use the name fields that are within users Gmail Contacts or other email apps – they are not dependent on the name of the sender due to use of public email systems. Refer to this Tip Sheet on how IAD contacts should be set up within your email address […]
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Text of Flyer:PACE – Center for Independent Living, IncDeaf Awareness Cornhole Event Saturday, April 11, 2026 10am – 4pmLincoln Square Mall300 S. Broadway AveUrbana, IL 61801Southeast Entrance Player Registration at the event For Vendors: If you want to register your spotContact Kim Taylor (tiggerkim23@gmail.com)
We need your help! Deaf Seniors of America (DSA) and the National Association of the Deaf (NAD) are teaming up to learn more about the experiences of Deaf older adults (age 50+) across the country. Your input will help us understand the needs, challenges, and strengths of Deaf seniors — and guide future programs, policies, and services that truly reflect our community. Take the survey here: […]
Text of flyer:Meeting is open to public and will be held via GoogleMeet GoogleMeet link: ** Updated **https://meet.google.com/vrf-iaon-nec?hs=224 Chat will be monitored for questions and comments For best meeting experience:– Be familiar with GoogleMeet beforehand, a Gmail account is not required.– Once the meeting starts we ask that you turn off your camera and mute […]
Text of flyer:The following roles are available within IAD: If interested – contact us at eb@iadeaf.org
