Michigan Developmental Disabilities Institute

Michigan Developmental Disabilities Institute The Michigan Developmental Disabilities Institute is located on the campus of Wayne State University

Are you or someone you know living with disabilities and thinking about living alone or becoming more independent?Join M...
02/05/2026

Are you or someone you know living with disabilities and thinking about living alone or becoming more independent?

Join MI-DDI’s Community Transition Trainers (CTT) for a FREE virtual session designed specifically for people with disabilities who want to explore independent living.

Whether you're planning to move out, looking for more control in your current living situation, or just want to learn about your options, this session is for you!

Hear from others with lived experiences, ask questions, and get helpful insights on living in the community.

Thursday, February 26th
1:00 – 2:00 PM
Online via Zoom

Register here: https://tinyurl.com/4f3k468y

[Alt Text] Promotional graphic for Community Transition Trainers featuring a young adult sitting on an outdoor bench reading a book next to an empty wheelchair. Text reads: “Online Workshop on Living Independently with a Disability, February 26th, 1–2 PM.” The Michigan Developmental Disabilities Institute (MI-DDI) logo appears in the bottom right.

MI-DDI Presents: Independent Facilitation Awareness WebinarIndependent facilitation is part of the person-centered plann...
02/04/2026

MI-DDI Presents: Independent Facilitation Awareness Webinar

Independent facilitation is part of the person-centered planning process. It assures that there's an ally involved in directing a person-centered planning meeting.

Have you heard about Independent Facilitation and want to learn more?
Are you considering using an Independent Facilitator in your next Person-Centered Plan, or thinking about becoming one yourself?

This free webinar is for you! Our next webinar is:

Date: February 12th, 2026
Time: 2:00 – 3:00 PM (ET)
Location: Online via Zoom

Register here: https://bit.ly/IFTrngFeb2026

Who should attend:
People with disabilities, family members, Case Managers, and anyone interested in learning more about Independent Facilitation.

Want to learn more? Watch our feature on Independent Facilitation: https://youtu.be/l9VakoQNdCI?si=fs8n4ZiNMe8PHVKe

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The Michigan Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and related Disabilities (MI-LEND) program is now accepting trai...
02/03/2026

The Michigan Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and related Disabilities (MI-LEND) program is now accepting trainee applications for the 2026-2027 cohort year.

Potential trainees have until May 1, 2026 to apply. MI-LEND is an interdisciplinary leadership training program that provides experiential training for Michigan's emerging leaders in disability. Trainees can be from anywhere in the state, but need to be at least one of the following:

-A student currently enrolled in a Masters program or accepted for the fall semester (Fall 2026)
-Doctoral students
-Post-doctoral students and fellows
-Medical students
-Residents
-Community professionals who have completed the basic professional level of training in their disciplines
-Family members of an individual with a disability (parent, sibling)
Individuals with disabilities (Self-advocates)

Potential trainees have until May 1, 2026, to apply.

To learn more:

Review the MI-LEND Recruitment Flier:https://ddi.wayne.edu/mi-lend-trainees-2026-2027/2026-27-mi-lend-recruitment-flyer.pdf

Visit the MI-LEND application page: https://ddi.wayne.edu/milendapp

Questions? Visit the MI-LEND FAQ page: https://ddi.wayne.edu/lendfaq

Email inquiries: milend@wayne.edu: milend@wayne.edu

02/03/2026

Thinking about trying something creative this winter? Now is the perfect time ✍️

Our in-person poetry class is just getting started and meets weekly on Tuesdays through March 31, from 10:00–11:00 AM at the DNEM Troy Office. Each week explores a different style of poetry, with time to write and an optional opportunity to share your work in a supportive setting.

The first session is today, but participants are still welcome to join after today. Do not miss the chance to jump in, get inspired, and connect through creativity.

Register here:
https://bit.ly/3LzAClJ

02/02/2026

Happy Black History Month!
We at AAoM want to celebrate Black History Month by highlighting black autistic figures!

Cat Burns is a British singer, songwriter, and celebrity ambassador for the National Autistic Society. Her rise in the British pop scene is meteoric: she was crowned as Britain’s best-selling female artist in 2022, and her song “go” charted at #2 on the Official Singles Chart. On top of that, she was a guest star in BBC's The Celebrity Traitors, a reality TV competition where she made it to the finals.

Cat received her ADHD diagnosis in 2021 at 21 years old, and her autism diagnosis in 2023 at 23 years old. In an interview with BBC, she stated that the dual diagnoses “made sense” and recontextualized her life, shining a light on the underdiagnosis of women, particularly black women.

You can visit her website here: https://www.catburns.com/

Michigan is deciding how to***co information and support are shared with adults with disabilities. Your input can help s...
02/01/2026

Michigan is deciding how to***co information and support are shared with adults with disabilities. Your input can help shape what those resources look like.

The State of Michigan and MI-DDI are inviting adults with disabilities to take a short online survey. The goal is to understand what information is available now, what is helpful, and what could be easier to find or understand.

This survey is open to Michigan residents age 18 and older with any disability. You are welcome to participate whether you use to***co or not.

Your feedback helps make resources more accessible and more useful for people across the state.

Survey link in the comments.

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01/30/2026

In Case You Missed It (ICYMI): Registration is now open for Becoming a Sexuality Educator: Using the Elevatus Training Curriculum.

People with disabilities, like their non-disabled peers, have s*xual feelings and needs. We believe that all people have the right to access education about topics, including s*x.

Becoming a Sexuality Educator is a three-day workshop for people who want to become instructors or peer educators on the topic of s*xuality. Participants will learn to use the Elavatus Training Curriculum to dispel myths and replace them with positive messages for people with disabilities.

The three-day workshop will take place virtually from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Participants must be available to attend all three sessions:

✅ Tuesday, February 17
✅ Tuesday, February 24
✅ Tuesday, March 3

If you are interested in becoming a s*xuality educator, please register here:

https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/PK2uVud4TR22bOfXx5Y5pg

If you have any questions or need help getting registered, please contact: grahamr10@michigan.gov

Save the Date: 10th Annual MSU Autism and Neurodevelopmental Disorders Family and Professionals ConferenceThis year's th...
01/29/2026

Save the Date: 10th Annual MSU Autism and Neurodevelopmental Disorders Family and Professionals Conference

This year's theme: Navigating Autism Science & Identity in the (Mis)Information Age

Hosted by MSU Pediatrics and Human Development at the Kellogg Hotel and Conference Center in Lansing, MI

Date: July 23rd, 2026, 9:00 am - 4:00 PM

Registration opens April 1st, 2026

Featuring Panel discussions between families and professionals

CME credit available

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MI-DDI Presents: Independent Facilitation Awareness WebinarIndependent facilitation is part of the person-centered plann...
01/29/2026

MI-DDI Presents: Independent Facilitation Awareness Webinar

Independent facilitation is part of the person-centered planning process. It assures that there's an ally involved in directing a person-centered planning meeting.

Have you heard about Independent Facilitation and want to learn more?
Are you considering using an Independent Facilitator in your next Person-Centered Plan, or thinking about becoming one yourself?

This free webinar is for you! Our next webinar is:

Date: February 12th, 2026
Time: 2:00 – 3:00 PM (ET)
Location: Online via Zoom

Register here: https://bit.ly/IFTrngFeb2026

Who should attend:
People with disabilities, family members, Case Managers, and anyone interested in learning more about Independent Facilitation.

Want to learn more? Watch our feature on Independent Facilitation: https://youtu.be/l9VakoQNdCI?si=fs8n4ZiNMe8PHVKe

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“It was helpful to hear perspectives of people who have chosen to stay in family homes as well as someone who has moved ...
01/29/2026

“It was helpful to hear perspectives of people who have chosen to stay in family homes as well as someone who has moved from the family home.” – A professional working in the field of disabilities.

Thinking about living in your own place with a disability? Or becoming more independent in your daily life? Join us for our FREE Community Transition Trainers (CTT) Independent Living Webinar.

Each month a panel of people with disabilities share real experiences and practical insights about living independently.

Many people with disabilities, advocates, and family members like the one quoted above have already attended and benefited. Register today to learn how you and others can benefit as well.

Today | 1–2 PM EST
Free | Online
Register here: https://tinyurl.com/mr2acbts

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Detroit, MI
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