Event Details

CE Program/Activity
 2026 MAER Annual Conference, Foundations of Education and Rehabilitation: Building Independence
Provider
 Southeast Deaf Blind Projects Training S
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Location
 Jackson, MS - MS Schools for the Deaf & Blind
Date(s)
 September 17, 2026 - September 19, 2026 - Days 1 & 2: 8:30 am - 5:15 and Day 3: 8:30 - 1:30
CE Hours
 15.5
Contact Information
 Toni Hollingsworth, 228-249-9668; toni.hollingsworth@usm.edu or hollingsworth.toni@gmail.com
Registration Information
 Mississippi Association for the Education & Rehabilitation of the Blind & Visually Impaired (MAER) 2026 Conference, Foundations of Education and Rehabilitation: Building Independence, September 17 19, 2026. https://www.facebook.com/MississippiAER/What happens when you bring together the people who teach, support, rehabilitate, advocate for, and live with visual impairment?That s MAER. The 2026 MAER Conference, Foundations of Education and Rehabilitation: Building Independence, is bringing our community together September 17 19 at the Mississippi School for the Blind in Jackson.This conference isn t just for one profession. TVIs O&M specialists Assistive technology professionals Vision rehabilitation professionals Educators and students Families Individuals who are blind or visually impaired and others working to build greater independence.There s a place for you at MAER 2026! September 17 19, 2026 Mississippi School for the BlindJackson, Mississippi Early bird registration ends August 17:AER Members: $150Non-AER Members: $175Special rates are available for several groups, including students, families, individuals and veterans with visual impairments, and other eligible attendees.Register here before September 3rd:https://msstate.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bsjKuZk9bjLCfbg
Fees
 Early bird registration ends August 17:AER Members: $150Non-AER Members: $175After August 17:AER Member: $165Non-AER Member: $190
Description of CE Program/Activity
 The 2026 MAER Conference, Foundations of Education and Rehabilitation: Building Independence, brings together professionals, individuals who are blind or visually impaired, and their families to explore the foundational skills, rights-based advocacy, and innovative practices that build lifelong independence. Through engaging speakers, exhibitors, and shared experiences, attendees will gain practical tools and fresh insight to strengthen their professional practice or personal journey.