Educate, empower, enrich. The 2025 VOICE Conference Committee has created an outstanding day of learning for parents of children who are deaf and hard of hearing and the professionals who serve them! Don’t miss these two days of learning with internationally/nationally renowned speakers paired with our local community service providers who make the magic happen! Get ready to educate, enrich and empower outcomes that inspire! The VOICE 2025 Conference is a virtual two-day event to take place on May 2-3. Each day features sessions specifically designed for professionals (May 2) and parents (May 3). When: May 2-3, 2025 We will be thrilled to have you! Conference program This live event is designed to inspire, inform, and bring our community together. It will be a great opportunity to engage with a variety of speakers. Click here to download the program. Click here to learn more about the speakers. Day One of the 2025 VOICE Conference is tailored for clinicians, educators, and professionals working with families of children with hearing loss. While the content is designed with professionals in mind, parents and caregivers are welcome to attend. Our international guest speakers will discuss how early and family-centered intervention such as Listening and Spoken Language Auditory-Verbal Therapy/Education (LSL AVT/ED) has transformed the present and future outcomes of children who are deaf and/or hard of hearing in communication, social-emotional wellness, academic and life outcomes around the world. Recognized international and local experts will discuss how practitioners and parents can implement multicultural sensitive practices and multi-lingualism in LSL AVT/ED practice. Poster sessions throughout the day will highlight the latest research from scientists specializing in pediatric hearing loss, including genetic testing and gene therapy. A panel of adolescents and young adults will share their experiences growing up with hearing loss and provide life-changing tips. The day will close with a discussion of the Child Disability Tax Credit and other benefits available to families of children who are deaf and hard of hearing. Participants Will:
Day Two of the 2025 VOICE Conference is designed for parents and caregivers of children with hearing loss. While the content is primarily focused on supporting families, clinicians and other professionals are welcome to attend. Participants will learn from internationally and nationally renowned Listening and Spoken Language Specialists in Auditory-Verbal Therapy (LSLS Cert. AVTs, what makes Listening and Spoken Language intervention like Auditory-Verbal Therapy/Education (LSL AVT/ED), uniquely appropriate for guiding and coaching parents of children who are deaf and hard of hearing towards desired outcomes in listening, spoken language, social, academic and life outcomes. Special sessions will dive deeper into how to support school-aged children with hearing loss while continuing family-centred service. Two panel discussions from both parents and adolescents and young adults who are deaf and hard of hearing will provide insight into how to support and advocate for children with hearing loss. Poster sessions throughout the day will highlight the latest research from scientists specializing in pediatric hearing loss, including genetic testing and gene therapy. The day will close with a discussion of the Child Disability Tax Credit and other benefits available to families of children who are deaf and hard of hearing. Participants will:
Registration Registration is now open! Take advantage of early bird pricing, which ends at 12:00 AM on March 20! Please note that there are different ticket options, with discounts available for VOICE members. If you're registering for both days, be sure to select the "Both Days" option to avoid multiple transactions. Early bird ticket types: Students (No CEUs): 01 Student Day 1 $40 Parents (No CEUs): 04 Non-Member Parent Day 1 $45 07 VOICE Member Parent Day 1 $40 Professionals (Certificate and AGBell CEUs): 10 Non-Member Professional Day 1 $88 13 VOICE Member Professional Day 1 $80 Regular ticket types: Students (No CEUs): 01 Student Day 1 $50 Parents (No CEUs): 04 Non-Member Parent Day 1 $50 07 VOICE Member Parent Day 1 $40 Professionals (Certificate and AGBell CEUs): 10 Non-Member Professional Day 1 $110 13 VOICE Member Professional Day 1 $100 Sponsorship opportunities We’re excited to offer sponsorship opportunities for our upcoming event, giving you a chance to support our mission while making a meaningful impact. Sponsorship packages will be available soon—stay tuned for more details on how you can get involved! Help us spread the message Together, we are stronger! Your social media engagement can help us reach more families. Feel free to download the posters below and share them on your pages using the hashtag #VOICEConference2025. Want to create your own banner? Go for it! Use your creativity and tag us to be featured on our channels! |
