Mark Your Calendar: Sharing A Vision 2027

October 5-7, 2027 | East Peoria, IL

2027 Keynote Speaker

Sharing A Vision is honored to welcome Rachel Giannini as our 2027 keynote speaker. Rachel brings a unique perspective through her work as an advocate, educator, and presenter, inspiring audiences through authentic storytelling and meaningful conversations around accessibility, inclusion, and communication.

Rachel Giannini

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Advocate, educator, and nationally recognized presenter on deaf culture, accessibility, and inclusion.

Sharing A Vision is excited to welcome Rachel Giannini as our 2027 keynote speaker. In addition to her keynote presentation, Rachel will offer interactive conference experiences including “Tats and Chats” and breakout sessions focused on American Sign Language (ASL).

About Sharing A Vision

Since 1991, Sharing a Vision has been enriching the lives and work of early childhood professionals and families in Illinois. This outstanding biennial conference offers relevant, up-to-date sessions that meet the evolving needs of educators and families across the state. SAV is coordinated by the Illinois Division for Early Childhood, in collaboration with the Illinois State Board of Education and the Illinois Department of Human Services.