The Mission of the American Association on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities – Louisiana Chapter is to provide practical information to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their support network.

We invite you to join us at the 2026 AAIDD‑LA Annual Meeting and Conference!

Earn Continuing Education Units (CEUs)

Strengthen your expertise with sessions designed to support professional growth across multiple disciplines. CEUs will be available for professionals committed to high‑quality, person‑centered services.

️Featuring Speakers from the Louisiana Department of Health

Hear directly from LDH leaders and experts as they share critical updates, insights on current initiatives, and emerging policies shaping the future of services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities across Louisiana.

Let’s connect people, strengthen practice, influence policy, and open doors to new possibilities—together.

Sponsorship and Exhibitor Information

Be part of Synergy in Action by showcasing your organization at one of Louisiana’s premier professional gatherings in the IDD field!

As a sponsor or exhibitor, you’ll have the opportunity to:

• Connect directly with providers, clinicians, educators, state leaders, and decision‑makers

• Highlight innovative products, services, and solutions that support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities

• Increase visibility and strengthen relationships within the Louisiana IDD community

• Demonstrate your commitment to advancing quality services, inclusive communities, and meaningful possibilities

Whether you’re looking to build brand awareness, share new resources, or engage with professionals across the state, the AAIDD‑LA Annual Meeting and Conference provides a high‑impact platform to make valuable connections.

Sponsorship and exhibitor packages are limited—secure your spot early!

2026 AAIDD-LA Sponsorship Application

2026 AAIDD Exhibitor Application

Register to become a Sponsor or Exhibitor by using the "Upcoming Events" link below

Click here to view our 2025 Conference Agenda and Session Information Booklet

2025 Conference Session Handouts:

(more will be added as we receive them)

2025 State of the State Address - B Brown

Group Therapies for People with IDD - Dr Jay Sevin

HCBS Challenges and Changes - Health Standards Section

Learning How To Conduct Your Own Survey - Health Standards Section ICF-IDD

qr_code Individual Wellness - Dr Brandi Kelly

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 2025 Spring CEU Workshop

Thank you, to Dr. Marc J. Garcia, Clinical Psychologist, who conducted both of our workshops in:

Pineville, LA on May 6 at the Main Street Community Center

and

Baton Rouge, LA on May 20 at Main Library at Goodwood

AAIDD-LA was proud to acknowledge a few of our Past Presidents at the 2024 Awards Dinner at the Hotel Bentley in Alexandria.

Past Presidents:  (from left to right)

Raymond Navarro, Sylvia Melancon, Pat Landry, Elizabeth Watts, Tommy Brasher, Yvonne Miller-Nixon, Sharon Gomez, Hilda Trahan