Midwest Transition to Adult Life Institute for Young Adults
who are DeafBlind
July 10 – 13, 2025
Indiana State University
Terre Haute, Indiana
Are you ready to build your future? MTI 2025 is a unique opportunity for DeafBlind teens to gain independence, confidence, and self-advocacy skills while having fun and connecting with peers! This year’s theme will be Expect, Engage and Empower. This weekend is designed to help you:
Explore Your Future! Learn about employment, college, and independent living through hands-on activities.
Set High Expectations! Create a person-centered plan and be prepared for future success!
Get Engaged in the process of planning for the future with other young adults.
Learn from DeafBlind Mentors who experience and can help guide you on your path.
Empower Yourself! Gain skills in self-advocacy, decision-making, and leadership to take control of your journey.
Connect with other families and build a network of support.
Experience fun activities, team challenges, and more!
Who can participate? Young adults who are DeafBlind, age 16 through 22 and their parent/guardian. Candidates will be language users (with or without devices), able to engage in group activities for at least 30 minutes at a time, and able to stay overnight in a dorm-type setting.
In-Person Events: In-person activities include person-centered planning meetings, self-advocacy role playing, deaf-blind mentor panels, and experiences with campus life, including a pool party at the campus student recreation center.
Virtual Activities: Prior to the weekend there will be a zoom session with deafblind mentors and a second session on what a Support Service Provider is and how to work with them. After the weekend, action plan follow-up will occur with individual state deafblind projects.
This event is hosted by Midwest State DeafBlind Projects, HKNC, and NCDB—bringing you expert guidance and the latest transition resources. Spots are limited! Don’t miss out—sign up today!
Contact your State DeafBlind Project for details, registration links, and updates at:
https://www.nationaldb.org/state-deaf-blind-projects/
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