The ICDL 2023 International DIR® Conference
Promoting Development and Learning for Everyone
March 3 & 4, 2023
8:30 AM - 3:30 PM US Eastern Time
New York City
Mickey Rowe
Keynote
Fearlessly Different: Our Differences Are Our Strengths
In this engaging keynote, Rowe shares his deeply personal story of growing up autistic and pushing beyond the restrictions of a special education classroom to shine on the Broadway stage. As an autistic and legally blind person, it was always made clear to Mickey the many things he was apparently incapable of doing. But Mickey did them all anyway—and he succeeded because of, not in spite of, his differences.
Rowe shows all of us that whether disabled or not, the things that make you different, or that you might even perceive as your weaknesses, actually make you unique and valuable and might even be your biggest strengths. Ensuring that everyone we come in contact with feels, seen, heard, understood, and valued. And that sometimes just one small action can change a life. (Check out his video on the bottom of this page to learn more.)
Location
New York City Seminar and Conference Center
71 West 23rd Street, New York, New York 10010
REGISTRATION IS CLOSED
Presenter Spotlights
South Africa
Finding My Voice from Three Different Perspectives: Autistic Adult, Specialist Educator and PhD Student
Movement and DIRFloortime®: Harnessing the Power of Movement to Promote Development and Growth for Everyone
Born to Play: 5 Practical Lessons from Play Science About Autism and Human Development
Beyond Bubbles and Balloons: How To Communicate About Your Work to Foster Buy-In, Alignment, and the Support of Parents, Other Professionals, and Funding Sources
The Intersection of Mindfulness and Sensory Processing: Fostering Connection Through Sensory Awareness