The Institute on Public Policy for People with Disabilities
The Institute on Public Policy for People with Disabilities (The Institute) promotes policy and practice that supports all people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to access services and resources to pursue valued and meaningful lives. The Institute agenda promotes a strong, stable, and innovative system of provider organizations to assure that people with I/DD and their families have access to a broad array of community supports and services. Our legislative, budgetary, and policy priorities advance and enhance the Illinois community services landscape. For nearly 3 decades, the Institute has focused exclusively on I/DD policy issues impacting community organizations in Illinois. Our national perspective and statewide experience and exposure position the Institute as an insightful, innovative, and respected voice in the Illinois disability policy arena.
Kathy Carmody
Kathy Carmody serves as CEO of the Institute on Public Policy for People with Disabilities, whose members provide direct services and support to over 35,000 people with IDD and Autism across Illinois. Kathy’s experience includes leading research, demonstration and training projects which helped to develop the Illinois community system, including directing the SPICE Project, which served as the model for the HCBS residential system. Kathy has held direct support, clinical, and executive management roles within community agencies and was elected to the ANCOR national board of directors in 2023.
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If you've been planning to register for The Institute Executive Summit 2026, now is the time. All registration rates increase by $50 in 30 days, on May 16.
Expect new speakers, timely session topics, and the same community of leaders committed to moving the field forward. Full agenda and speaker details will be announced soon.
Secure your spot today at the current rate: https://lnkd.in/g5yr63pe
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Join us this July for The Institute Executive Summit 2026, centered on this year’s theme - Unshakable: Thriving When the Future is Unclear.
Designed for leaders in IDD and behavioral health, this Summit brings together a powerful community to share strategies, tackle today’s biggest challenges, and build organizations that can thrive—no matter what comes next.
⏰ Early bird registration ends on May 16 - Don’t miss your chance to save.
🤝 New this year: Colleague Connections - Kick off your experience with this pre-conference networking opportunity designed to help you exchange ideas with fellow leaders and walk into the Summit already connected.
Because in uncertain times, connections make us stronger and more resilient.
👉 Register now to secure your spot and step into your role as an unshakable leader: https://lnkd.in/gBz9D37W
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Join us July 27–28, 2026 in Naperville for two powerful days of leadership, strategy, and connection.
This year’s theme — Unshakable: Thriving When the Future is Unclear — is designed for leaders who are navigating complexity and charting a confident path forward. Expect dynamic keynotes, engaging panels, and practical sessions focused on building clarity, resilience, and shared purpose within your organization.
We’re actively finalizing an outstanding lineup of speakers and programming, so stay tuned for updates.
🎟️ Registration is open now — and Early Bird pricing ends May 16, 2026.
Secure your spot today and join us this summer! https://lnkd.in/gRsPaw7R
