{"id":45654,"date":"2025-09-25T16:08:17","date_gmt":"2025-09-25T21:08:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/deafnetwork.com\/wordpress\/?p=45654"},"modified":"2025-09-25T16:12:47","modified_gmt":"2025-09-25T21:12:47","slug":"nltc-2025-schedule-presenters-end-of-october-2025-austin","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/deafnetwork.com\/wordpress\/blog\/2025\/09\/25\/nltc-2025-schedule-presenters-end-of-october-2025-austin\/","title":{"rendered":"NLTC 2025 Schedule &#038; Presenters &#8211; October 29-31 &#038; November 1, 2025 &#8211; Austin"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/deafnetwork.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/NLTC-2025-flyer-Presenters.png?ssl=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-attachment-id=\"45658\" data-permalink=\"https:\/\/deafnetwork.com\/wordpress\/blog\/2025\/09\/25\/nltc-2025-schedule-presenters-end-of-october-2025-austin\/nltc-2025-flyer-presenters\/\" data-orig-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/deafnetwork.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/NLTC-2025-flyer-Presenters.png?fit=1024%2C416&amp;ssl=1\" data-orig-size=\"1024,416\" data-comments-opened=\"1\" data-image-meta=\"{&quot;aperture&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;credit&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;camera&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;caption&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;created_timestamp&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;copyright&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;focal_length&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;iso&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;shutter_speed&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;title&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;orientation&quot;:&quot;0&quot;}\" data-image-title=\"NLTC 2025 flyer &amp;#038; Presenters\" data-image-description=\"\" data-image-caption=\"\" data-medium-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/deafnetwork.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/NLTC-2025-flyer-Presenters.png?fit=300%2C122&amp;ssl=1\" data-large-file=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/deafnetwork.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/NLTC-2025-flyer-Presenters.png?fit=560%2C228&amp;ssl=1\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-45658\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/deafnetwork.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/NLTC-2025-flyer-Presenters.png?resize=500%2C203&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"500\" height=\"203\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/deafnetwork.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/NLTC-2025-flyer-Presenters.png?w=1024&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/deafnetwork.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/NLTC-2025-flyer-Presenters.png?resize=300%2C122&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/deafnetwork.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/NLTC-2025-flyer-Presenters.png?resize=768%2C312&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/deafnetwork.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/NLTC-2025-flyer-Presenters.png?resize=560%2C228&amp;ssl=1 560w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/deafnetwork.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/NLTC-2025-flyer-Presenters.png?resize=260%2C106&amp;ssl=1 260w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/deafnetwork.com\/wordpress\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/NLTC-2025-flyer-Presenters.png?resize=160%2C65&amp;ssl=1 160w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>NLTC 2025 Schedule &amp; Presenters<br \/>\nOctober 29, 30, 31 &amp; November 1, 2025<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><em>Note: See full schedule below or go to their website<\/em><\/p>\n<p>We are excited to announce the 2025 National Leadership Training Conference (NLTC), hosted this fall by the National Association of the Deaf (NAD). This premier event marks our ninth biennial gathering of passionate advocates representing NAD-affiliated state associations, nonprofit organizations, and government agencies. At its core, NLTC 2025 aims to equip registrants with the skills, knowledge, and connections needed to lead, advocate, and engage effectively in their workplaces and communities.<\/p>\n<p>NLTC 2025 presents a unique opportunity for participants to grow as leaders both professionally and personally. With a focus on growth, professional development, and empowerment, the conference will feature a diverse lineup of TED Signs-style presentations, interactive breakout sessions, engaging discussions, regional caucuses, and valuable networking opportunities\u2014all designed to spark new ideas and foster collaboration.<\/p>\n<p>Want to learn more? Click on the links in the sidebar for more information about the schedule, registration, sponsorships, and related conference details.<\/p>\n<p>In-person registration is available exclusively for representatives of NAD-affiliated state associations, nonprofit organizations, and government agencies, with space limited to 200 participants on a first-come, first-served basis. Individual NAD membership is required for all in-person attendees. For those unable to attend in person, online registration is also available. With limited space, be sure to secure your spot early!<\/p>\n<p>Join us from October 29 to November 2, 2025, in Austin, Texas\u2014a city renowned for its vibrant culture, innovation, and welcoming spirit. Whether you\u2019re looking to refine your leadership skills, exchange ideas, or build meaningful connections, NLTC 2025 promises to deliver invaluable experiences.<\/p>\n<p>We look forward to welcoming you to NLTC 2025 and are excited to see the incredible impact we\u2019ll create together!<\/p>\n<p>Link: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nad.org\/events\/2025-nltc\/\">https:\/\/www.nad.org\/events\/2025-nltc\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>NLTC 2025 Schedule &amp; Presenters<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Wednesday, October 29, 2025<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>6:00 PM\u20139:00 PM \u2014 Pre-Conference Community Convergence | Pinthouse Brewery on East Ben White Blvd.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Thursday, October 30, 2025<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>All sessions take place at TCC @ University of Texas unless otherwise noted.<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>9:00 AM\u20139:30 AM \u2014 Welcoming Remarks: HANDSflow Introduction and Conference Outcomes | Bobbie Beth Scoggins, Ed.D.<\/li>\n<li>9:30\u201310:15 AM \u2014 Kickoff Keynote: The American Deaf Community at a Crossroads: The Politics at Play | Brendan Stern, Ph.D.<\/li>\n<li>10:15\u201310:45 AM \u2014 Schools, Power, and Change: Advocating for State and Federal Deaf Education Policies | Jeff S. Bravin, M.S.<\/li>\n<li>10:45 AM\u201311:00 AM \u2014 Break (15 minutes)<\/li>\n<li>11:00 AM\u201311:30 AM \u2014 Employment Rights Post-ADA: Why Are We Still Fighting? | Kelby N. Brick, Esq.<\/li>\n<li>11:30 AM\u201312:00 PM \u2014 The Future of Emergency Alerts: Are Deaf People Safe? | Michael Baer, M.A.<\/li>\n<li>12:00 PM\u201312:45 PM \u2014 Break (45 minutes; on own in TCC cafeteria)<\/li>\n<li>12:45 PM\u20131:15 PM \u2014 From Call-Outs to Connection: Building Space for Growth in Deaf Communities | DeAnna Swope, M.P.A.<\/li>\n<li>1:15 PM\u20131:45 PM \u2014 Our Language, Our Data, Our Future | Marla Hatrak, Ph.D.<\/li>\n<li>1:45 PM\u20132:15 PM \u2014 Reimagining Deaf Spaces: Digital, Physical, and Political | David Strom, M.S.<\/li>\n<li>2:15 PM\u20132:30 PM \u2014 Break (15 minutes)<\/li>\n<li>2:30 PM\u20133:00 PM \u2014 Ending Bias Against Deaf Professionals: Policy Solutions | Tawny Holmes-Hlibok, Esq.<\/li>\n<li>3:00 PM\u20133:30 PM \u2014 Reconnecting: Addressing Dissociation in the Deaf Community | MJ Bienvenu, Ph.D.<\/li>\n<li>3:30 PM\u20134:00 PM \u2014 Deaf Identity and Intersectionality: One Size Doesn\u2019t Fit All | Joseph \u201cJoJo&#8221; Lopez III, M.A.<\/li>\n<li>4:00 PM\u20134:30 PM \u2014 Safeguarding ASL Integrity by Artificial Intelligence | Bobbie Beth Scoggins, Ed.D.<\/li>\n<li>4:30 PM\u20137:00 PM \u2014 Break (Two hours and 30 minutes; dinner on own)<\/li>\n<li>7:00 PM\u20139:30 PM \u2014 Setting the Stage: Pre-Roundtable Discussions on NAD Affairs | Shane Feldman and Melissa Yingst, facilitated by Innivee Strategies | Location TBA<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Friday, October 31, 2025<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>8:00 AM\u201312:30 PM \u2014 Roundtable Discussions: Deaf Education, Medicare\/Social Security, Community Engagement, Employment, and Information &amp; Communication Technology | Shane Feldman and Melissa Yingst, facilitated by Innivee Strategies | TCC @ University of Texas.<\/li>\n<li>12:30 PM\u20132:30 PM \u2014 Power Lunch with Thought Leaders | Nyle DiMarco and Tim Rarus, sponsored by ZP Better Together | TCC @ University of Texas.<\/li>\n<li>2:30 PM\u20134:00 PM \u2014 Civil Rights Tour, hosted by University of Texas | LBJ Presidential Library @ the University of Texas.<\/li>\n<li>6:00 PM\u2013Midnight \u2014 ? Halloween Bash, hosted by NAD &amp; Greater Austin Foundation for the Deaf | Advance registration required: <a href=\"https:\/\/deaf.foundation\/bash\">https:\/\/deaf.foundation\/bash<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Saturday, November 1, 2025<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>All sessions take place at the Texas School for the Deaf unless otherwise noted.<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>9:00 AM\u20139:15 AM \u2014 Opening Remarks and HANDSflow Introduction | Bobbie Beth Scoggins, Ed.D.<\/li>\n<li>9:15 AM\u20139:45 AM \u2014 Where\u2019s the Money? Funding Opportunities for Deaf-Led Initiatives | Brian A. Cheslik, Ed.D.<\/li>\n<li>9:45 AM\u201310:15 AM \u2014 Breaking Silos: How to Collaborate Instead of Compete for Resources | Chris Estrin, M.S.<\/li>\n<li>10:15 AM\u201310:45 AM \u2014 Deaf Leadership in Action: From Local to National Impact | Alana Beal, M.Ed.<\/li>\n<li>10:45 AM\u201311:00 AM \u2014 Break (15 minutes)<\/li>\n<li>11:00 AM\u201312:00 PM \u2014 Knowledge Transfer: Passing the Torch to Future Deaf Leaders | Moderator: Alana Beal, M.Ed.; Panelists: MJ Bienvenu, Ph.D., Claudia Giordano, M.A., and Marvin Miller, M.A.<\/li>\n<li>12:00 PM\u20131:00 PM &#8211; Lunch hosted by Greater Austin Foundation for the Deaf<\/li>\n<li>1:00 PM\u20132:15 PM \u2014 Competition Event: Are You Smarter Than Jr. NAD Members? | Emcee: Rynata Fonesca, M.S.<\/li>\n<li>2:15 PM\u20132:45 PM \u2014 Presentation title and presenter TBA<\/li>\n<li>2:45 PM\u20133:00 PM \u2014 Break (15 minutes)<\/li>\n<li>3:00 PM\u20133:30 PM \u2014 Deafhood: Legacy, Healing, and the Path Forward | Marvin Miller, M.A.<\/li>\n<li>3:30 PM\u20134:15 PM \u2014 Where Do We Go from Here? 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