Get ready to be inspired, empowered, and connected!

We’re thrilled to announce Genuine Connect 2025, a powerful, purpose-driven event dedicated to advancing the lives of the neurodivergent community through meaningful conversations, bold ideas, and actionable solutions. This year’s event will once again be hosted at Rice University in Houston, Texas, and we can’t wait to welcome you.

🌟 What Awaits You:

🔥 Igniting Inspiration

Prepare to be moved by a dynamic lineup of expert speakers, including thought leaders, self-advocates, innovators, and changemakers. Through their stories and expertise, you’ll gain insight into what it truly means to build a more inclusive and equitable world for individuals with autism, Down syndrome, and intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD).

📊 Data-Driven Insights

Hear from senior leaders in academia, employment, government, and sports, as they share the latest data and real-world impact of neurodivergence in our communities. Expect evidence-backed discussions that lead to smarter decisions and better support systems.

💼 Unlocking Employment Potential

Discover strategies used by Fortune 500 companies and social entrepreneurs who are reshaping the employment landscape. Learn how inclusive hiring practices unlock potential—not only for individuals with diverse abilities but for businesses and society at large.

⚽ Championing Inclusion Through Sports

Explore how sports can be a game-changer for social inclusion, confidence-building, and community connection. We’ll highlight initiatives and programs that use the power of play to level the field and lift up every individual’s potential.

🤝 Connecting Across Communities

This event is more than a conference—it's a collaborative experience. You’ll connect with voices from all sectors: academia, corporations, nonprofits, small businesses, government, and self-advocates. Expect enriching conversations, potential partnerships, and new friendships that will extend well beyond the event.

🙌 Be Part of the Movement

Genuine Connect is more than an event. It’s a space where possibility meets purpose, and where every voice matters. Whether you’re a professional, advocate, student, or changemaker, you belong in this conversation.

💡 Stay tuned for registration details and speaker announcements. We can't wait to welcome you to Genuine Connect 2025!

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