 | Recreation Therapists of Indiana, Inc. |
π 2026 RTI Conference Recap
Celebrating Growth in Recreational Therapy Across Indiana
The 2026 Recreational Therapy of Indiana Conference brought together professionals, students, and advocates for a day of learning, networking, and celebrating the impact of Recreational Therapy across Indiana.
π€ Keynote Speakers
Dawn DeVries, PhD, DHA, CTRS, DFRT
Delivered an inspiring keynote focused on leadership, advocacy, and the future of Recreational Therapy.
Dr. Victoria Garcia Wilburn
Indiana State Representative who shared insights on policy, advocacy, and supporting disability services across Indiana.
π 2026 Award Recipients
David Austin Award
- Lori Schweyer, CTRS
- Tyler Neimeyer, MS, CTRS β AdaptX
Community Advocate Award
- Kendra Hummer
π ICAN Demonstration
Attendees enjoyed a live demonstration from the Indiana Canine Assistance Network highlighting how service dogs support independence and community participation.
π² Off-Site Session at Camp Red Cedar
Participants explored inclusive outdoor recreation programming and adaptive strategies that can be applied to community-based Recreational Therapy services.
πΈ Conference Highlights
Get Involved with RTI
Associate and Professional members are eligible to participate in board elections.
Submit a Board NominationNominations: March 6β19 | Voting: March 24βApril 24
π Upcoming Meetings
RTI Town Hall
April 13, 2026 β’ 7:00 PM EST
Licensure Task Force
March 27, 2026 β’ 9:00 AM EST
All meetings will be held via Zoom. Links coming soon.