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Ohio Self Determination Association

What is Self-Determination?

People are self-determined when they use their ability or power to make choices and decisions based on their own preferences and interests to self-direct their lives.

Our Mission Statement:

  • To expand awareness of self-determination principals:
    freedom, support, control, responsibility, confirmation, relationships, dreams, and choice.
  • To provide self-determination and training resources.
  • To promote and recognize advocacy efforts and assist in organizing advocacy efforts throughout Ohio.
  • To assist advocates to connect with and educate policymakers and achieve leadership positions.
  • To provide self-determination best practice input to state and local governing organizations.

OSDA gives people with disabilities ways to change their lives!

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Synergy 2023 Conference

Professionals, Advocates, Resources (PAR), Ohio Alliance  of Direct Support Professionals (OADSP), People First of Ohio and the Ohio Self Determination Association (OSDA) partner up to provide an experience like no other in Ohio; a one of a kind opportunity for people with disabilities, their families and people who work in the system to learn, socialize, network, have fun, and form lasting connections with others.

CLICK HERE  for official Synergy Conference information and registration.

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What Our Members Say About OSDA

“No we can’t” as an answer is replaced by “How can we make this happen?”

Dana Charlton

I now have friendships with other advocates.  We are better and stronger together!

Harry Miller

Being a member of OSDA gave me the tools and confidence to take control of my life and be a leader for other advocates.

Diana Mairose

Ready to become an OSDA member?

You're Invited to the 2023 SYNERGY Conference! 
REGISTRATION FEE (Hotel NOT included):
$299 for the full conference/$199 for a one day pass
Need financial assistance? There are a limited number of $100 stipends available. Click Here  to apply.

Deadline to book a hotel room: September 10, 2023

We can't wait to see you there!