We’re excited to share an important update: The Youth Transition Conference is now the Youth Transition Collective. This change reflects our commitment to building a strong, collaborative network rather than a single annual event.
History
The NJ Youth Transition Conference (YTC) was created by Values Into Action NJ for youth & young adults who experience an intellectual and/or developmental disability, their caregivers, and the professionals who serve them.
Since YTC began, our goal has been to support people and families navigating the transition to adult life and services. For several years, we offered learning and networking opportunities that culminated in a virtual conference. We accomplished this through partnerships with state agencies, organizations, and the people and families that we serve.
Why the change?
Times have changed. Long online conferences are no longer the preferred way to engage. People want bite size learning opportunities that fit busy schedules. The new Youth Transition Collective keeps our mission intact while embracing a more accessible, year round approach.
What’s next:
- Vendor Spotlight Sessions
- Short, focused webinars
- Blog posts with practical guidance and real stories to help families and professionals navigate transition.
Explore previous YTC content and see new opportunities on this webpage.
Thank you to the partners, speakers, and families who have helped YTC thrive. We’re optimistic about the future and eager to keep strengthening a collaborative network that makes the transition to adulthood clearer, kinder, and more connected.
Call to Action:
Have an event, resource, or idea to share? Interested in collaborating on a webinar? We’d love to hear from you!
Click the button below to connect with us and help strengthen the Youth Transition Collective network.
Upcoming Events:
The New Jersey Youth Transition Collective is excited to announce the return of our Resource Spotlight Sessions in 2026! Our second session will take place on April 23, 2026, from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM. We’ve adjusted the timing of these sessions to make them more accessible and reach even more people preparing for the transition to adulthood.
Here is the Zoom Registration Link
Here’s the link to Register to Present
We will be hosting Vanessa Lombardo from The Assistive Technology Center at The College of New Jersey. Vanessa will join us on April 28, 2026 at 7:00pm for a discussion centered on the basics of assistive technology. You’ll learn about the empowering capabilities of assistive technology. Assistive technology supports people who have challenges in speaking, hearing, seeing, walking, learning, writing, memory among many other daily tasks.
You can see all of what The Assistive Technology Center does by taking a look at their website.
Register to join us on 4/28 here
On May 13 5pm-6pm we’ll host the New Jersey Division of Disability Services (DDS), where Ursula Baker where talk about ABLE accounts. If you’re not familiar with ABLE accounts, they are a tax-advantaged account specifically designed to help people with disabilities and their families with options for managing finances. DDS seeks to be the point-of-entry for people who are looking for disability related information in New Jersey. They publish the guide book detailing programs and services offered throughout the state.
Take a look at the DDS website here
Come join us on Zoom 5/13 by registering here
Transition Resources
Planning for the transition to adulthood can feel overwhelming, but you’re not alone. Below are trusted resources to help families, youth, and professionals navigate key steps, from understanding timelines and self-directed services to exploring life stages and rights. Use these guides to plan ahead, make informed choices, and build a strong foundation for a meaningful adult life.
Archived Conference Videos
Content from previous Youth Transition Conferences is available on our YouTube channel.