IMDSA Webinars: Learn, Connect, and Empower
At the International Mosaic Down Syndrome Association (IMDSA), we believe knowledge is power—and community is everything. Our webinar series brings families, self-advocates, researchers, and professionals together to learn from leading experts in the field of mosaic Down syndrome and related topics.
Each session is designed to provide clear, accessible information while offering opportunities for questions, discussion, and connection. Whether you’re a parent seeking guidance, a researcher sharing discoveries, or a community member wanting to stay informed, our webinars create a supportive space to grow and learn together.
Check back regularly for new sessions, speaker announcements, and special topics that support and empower our mosaic community.
Supporting Our Loved Ones:
Mental Health & Regression Research with Dr. Ruth Brown
Join IMDSA for a community-centered webinar featuring Dr. Ruth Brown, a leading researcher focused on improving mental healthcare for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Dr. Brown will share insights from her research addressing mental health disparities in the IDD community and provide updates on her Down Syndrome Regression Rating Scale Study, which aims to better understand and identify regression in individuals with Down syndrome and mosaic Down syndrome.
This webinar is designed to support families, caregivers, and anyone interested in learning more about mental health and regression in mosaic Down syndrome. Participants are encouraged to submit questions in advance to bhellard@imdsa.org so Dr. Brown can address the topics most meaningful to our community.
Date: Wednesday , January 28th
Time: 4:00 PM EST
Location: Zoom
Cost: free
Location: Zoom (link provided the day before webinar)
We look forward to having you join us for this important and informative discussion.
Language, Literacy, and Executive Function in Mosaic Down Syndrome
By: Dr. Susan Loveall and Emma Conradi
Join IMDSA for a community-centered webinar featuring Dr. Susan Loveall and Emma Conradi to explore language, literacy, and executive function in individuals with mosaic Down syndrome. Dr. Loveall will provide an overview of these skills and share practical strategies to support learning and reading development. Emma Conradi will share findings from her master’s thesis, highlighting the language and reading abilities of individuals with mosaic Down syndrome. The presentation will also introduce an upcoming study aimed at further examining the executive function skills of individuals with mosaic Down syndrome. The webinar will conclude with time for Q&A.
Date: Sunday, March 29th
Time: 4:00 PM EST
Location: Zoom
Cost: free
Location: Zoom (link provided the day before webinar)
We look forward to having you join us for this important and informative discussion.
Past Webinars
Missed a live webinar or want to revisit a past discussion?
IMDSA’s past webinars are available to watch anytime on our YouTube channel. These recordings feature leading researchers, clinicians, and advocates sharing valuable insights on mosaic Down syndrome and related topics.
Past Webinar Recordings:
- Understanding Mosaic Down Syndrome with Dr. Jackson-Cook.
