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FEBRUARY 7th-9th
HYBRID FORMAT
DOMINION ENERGY
220 Operations Way
Cayce, SC, 29033
SC RID Conferences are conducted using only American Sign Language. Attendees must adhere to the conference language policy at all times during conference events.
Please note that all times are in EST.
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 7th
4:30 pm Vendors may begin setting up
5:00-6:00 pm Registration: Heavy Appetizers provided; Vendor exhibits available
Heavy Appetizers provided courtesy of 
6:00-7:30 pm C/DI Panel: Deaf Perspectives
7:30-9:00 pm BIPOC Panel: See Through Our Lens
6:00-7:30 pm
C/DI Panel: Deaf Perspectives
0.15 PPO CEUs
C/DI Panelists:
Moderator: Kamili Belton, MA, DI
Stephen Emerson, DI
Mikey Krajnak, CDI
Brian Moss, DI/VGS
Karen Robbins, CDI
Mequila Sizemore, DI
This panel will feature expert advice to both Deaf and hearing interpreters about barriers in the interpreting field and how to work well as a team. Panelists will share their life experiences navigating the journey to becoming an interpreter and their insight on the benefits of having an interpreter who is a native user of their language. They will discuss how they frame the work of a C/DI with their colleagues and with professionals outside of the interpreting field. Audience members will develop a deeper understanding of the role of C/DIs and how to empower the DHH community to increase their use.
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7:30-9:00 pm
BIPOC Panel: See Through Our Lens
0.15 PPO CEUs
BIPOC Panelists:
Moderator: LaToya Childs, M.Ed., MSML, BSIT, CI, CoreCHI
Anita Baker
Colleen Bajalis
Gloshanda Lawyer, PhD
Kenton Myers
This panel brings together BIPOC sign language interpreters to share their unique professional journeys, challenges, and triumphs. Through heartfelt discussions and personal stories, panelists will foster understanding, build respect, and highlight the vital contributions of BIPOC interpreters within the interpreting and Deaf communities. Attendees will gain valuable insights into the importance of equity, representation, and allyship in creating a more inclusive professional landscape for South Carolina.
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The Courtyard by Marriott is offering a special conference rate of $119 per night, This hotel is 2 miles from the Conference.
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1125 Fort Congaree Trail, Cayce, SC 29033
