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Welcome to the DHH Building Bridges Family Conference

Join us for an engaging event where families of D/deaf, hard of hearing, deafblind, and deaf-plus children and young adults can connect, learn, and grow together. Explore the services, resources, and support available throughout South Carolina while building meaningful relationships with other families, peers, and members of the Deaf community who share similar experiences. Students and young adults will also have opportunities to connect with others on similar journeys, fostering friendships and a stronger sense of belonging.

Sessions for parents, guardians, students (5K–12th grade), and young adults will cover a variety of topics, including diagnosis, communication options, early intervention, educational strategies, advocacy, transition planning, financial resources, social and emotional well-being, AI and assistive technology, and more. Whether you are new to the journey or looking to expand your network, this event offers valuable information, practical tools, and a welcoming community dedicated to helping every child and young adult thrive.

Conference:

Date: Saturday, February 20,2027

Time: 8:30AM - 4:00 PM

Location: Location: Brookland Baptist Church, West Columbia

Conference Fee: Full-day in-person conference, $50 / family. Free volunteer childcare available for ages 12 months - 3 years old. Activities ages 3-5 years. Student sessions for elementary, middle, and high school students.
Limited Parent Scholarships Available.

FREE Talent Show & Family Game Night with Pizza Dinner:

Time: Post conference 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM

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CONFERENCE LAYOUT:

Our conference facility offers ample space to accommodate every age group and activity. The Youth & Teen Wing provides dedicated conference areas for student sessions ranging from toddlers through high school, with space designed to support engaging, age-appropriate experiences.

The Adult Wing features a spacious auditorium for main sessions, along with breakout rooms for smaller gatherings and focused discussions. Guests will also enjoy a dining hall serving breakfast, lunch, and snacks, as well as a dedicated exhibitor area for connecting with vendors and ministry partners.

The Youth & Teen Wing will also come alive for Family Game Night from 4:30–6:30 PM, providing an opportunity for families to relax, connect, and enjoy fun together.

SAMPLE SCHEDULE:

Note: Concurrent adult and student sessions follow same time schedule.

8:30 AM Registration & Check-In, Light Refreshments.

9:30 AM Welcome & Opening Remarks

10:00 AM Morning Keynote

10:45 AM Break for Exhibitors

11:15 AM Breakout Sessions

12:00 - 1:00 PM Break for Lunch and Exhibitors

1:00 PM Breakout Sessions

1:45 -2:00 PM Break for exhibitors and switch session rooms

2:00 - 2:45 PM Breakout Sessions

2:45 - 3:15 PM Break for closing sessions

3:15 – 4:00 PM Closeout Message

4:00 - 4:30 PM Family Mingling and/or check out.

4:30 – 6:30 PM Talent Show & Family Game Night w/ Pizza

Please contact Conference Staff at 803-999-7587 or schvconference@gmail.com .

Want to Help Make the Conference Happen? Our conference is made possible by volunteers who help welcome families, support activities, assist with registration, and keep things running throughout the day. Whether you can help for a few hours or stay for the whole conference, we'd love to have you be part of the team. VOLUNTEER AT THE CONFERENCE.

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