SELN Annual Meeting October 7-9, 2024
The SELN Annual Meeting held in Alexandria, VA provides member states and colleagues from other systems a face-to-face opportunity to reflect on systems change from the past, share current strategies and improvements, and forecast how the future should look. The annual meetings are invaluable for networking, strategizing, and refueling our work. The theme this year is “Shared Drive” as we discussions will be focused on collaboration. We encourage states to invite their partner agencies, particularly VR.
Annual Meeting 2024 - FAQ
Meeting Info
- Where can I find the agenda?
- The basic agenda is available with more details coming soon!
- Where are we meeting?
- This in-person meeting will be held at the Sheraton Suites Old Town in Alexandria, VA. The SELN project team is monitoring any issues which will impact the in-person event; regular communications will be shared with all registered attendees.
- Who can attend and what sessions can they participate in?
- The SELN annual meeting is a highly interactive learning event with networking and a lot of engagement. We welcome all SELN leads, primary contacts and other employment and day services’ staff, and colleagues from partner systems. The session format for 2024 will consist of plenary/large group sessions and a few smaller breakout or discussion groups.
- Accommodation services
- Please notify the team during registration if accommodations would assist in your participation, or email: suzzanne.freeze@umb.edu.
Registration
- How do I register?
- Please fill out the 2024 SELN Annual Meeting registration form by September 20, 2024. You will be asked to login to access the registration form. If you are not yet a member of the SELN Hub, you can click "Register" on the login pop-up and join. Once you submit your SELN Hub form to join, the 2024 SELN Annual Meeting registration form will automatically open for you to fill out. If you have any questions reach out to Amy Huppi by email at Amy.Huppi@umb.edu.
- What is the cost for registration?
- There is not cost to register for the SELN annual meeting. As is customary, the SELN will be covering travel and accommodation costs for one person from each state. In many cases but not all, this will be the SELN lead.
- Do I need to book my own hotel and travel arrangements?
- The person for whom the SELN is covering travel expenses, you should have received an email from Wes Anderson on Aug.5 with instructions on how to book with the travel agency for airfare and hotel. All others should make their own travel arrangements. We have a block of discounted hotel rooms you can reserve at the Sheraton Suites Old Town that are available until September 12, 2024. Please book your room early!
Transportation
- How do I get from the DCA (Reagan National) airport to the hotel?
- Taking the Metro is an option as it is only 1 stop to the Braddock station, taking about 5 minutes on the blue or yellow lines. However, it is about a 15 minute walk from the station to the Sheraton Suites Old Town or you can take the bus. The DCA airport website has great instructions on where to find the Metro entrance.
- Find information about taking a Taxi, which is approximately 15 minutes.
- How do I get from IAD (Dulles) airport to the hotel?
- They have the Silver Line Metrorail, that connects to the Metro blue line. Travel time is about an hour and a half including the train transfer.
- Find information about taking a Washington Flyer Taxi, which is approximately 45 minutes.
- How do I get from BWI (Baltimore) airport to the hotel?
- There is not an easy train option from this airport.
- Find information about taking a Taxi, which is approximately an hour.
- Uber, Lyft or other ride share options are also available at all three airports.
Alexandria
- What is there to do in Alexandria?
- There are many historical sites, restaurants, and places to go. Check out this What to Do in Alexandria guide!
Also in October....
National Disability Employment Awareness Month
The National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) is celebrated every October to acknowledge the contributions of workers with disabilities. We know everyone should have the opportunity to work in meaningful jobs in the community. Not only does this month honor those currently employed, but keeps pushing toward employment opportunities for everyone. How will you and your state celebrate this year?
