From Life Skills to Real-World Independence
June 2, 2026 – July 7, 2026 | July 16, 2026 – July 19, 2026 | San Antonio, Texas
A Premier, Transformational Experience
empowering individuals with Down syndrome, autism, and other abilities... and the families who support them - with the skills, confidence, and real-world exposure needed to thrive independently and beyond expectations.
They Have the Ability. This Is the Opportunity.
Families are doing everything they can…
Yet too often, individuals are not given the opportunity to apply what they learn in real-world environments. Without that opportunity, confidence, independence, and long-term success remain out of reach.
We Don’t Just Provide Programs.
We Build Pathways to Possibility.
Empower Society 21 is building a global model that creates access to independence, opportunity, and long-term success for individuals with disabilities and their families.
Through intentional design, strategic partnerships, and real-world application, we prepare individuals not just for participation, but for ownership of their future.
A Proven Two-Phase Development Model
PHASE 1 : EMPOWERED PATHWAYS ACADEMY
June 2 - July 7
Building Independence, Confidence, and Real-World Readiness
Participants will develop the skills needed to navigate everyday life with greater independence while gaining exposure to future opportunities, careers, and real-world environments.
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Life Skills and Independence
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Communication and Social Development
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Confidence Building and Self-Advocacy
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Workforce Readiness and Career Exploration
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Travel Preparation and Navigation
We are not just preparing participants for the next step, we are preparing them for life.
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PHASE 2: WORLD EXPLORERS EXPERIENCE
July 16 – July 19 | San Antonio, Texas
Participants and families will engage in meaningful, real-world experiences designed to reinforce independence, confidence, and exposure to future opportunities. Participants apply their training in a curated, real-world environment designed to reinforce independence, expand exposure, and build lasting confidence.
Everything Your Family Needs, In One Transformational Journey
This experience is intentionally designed to support both individuals and their families through preparation, real-world application, and ongoing empowerment.
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Real-World Travel Experience
A Participants apply travel skills in a supported environment.
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Exclusive Family Empowerment Conference – July 17 (Included)
Families gain tools, strategies, and support to continue growth at home.
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Workforce Experience at The Mermaid Café
Participants are introduced to real workplace environments and expectations.
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Morgan’s Wonderland – July 18
An inclusive environment designed for individuals of all abilities.
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Transportation to All Scheduled Activities
A seamless, supported experience.
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WHAT’S INCLUDED
A Fully Supported, All-Inclusive Experience
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6-Week Life Skills, Confidence and Workforce Readiness Academy
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3-Day / 3-Night Travel Experience
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Hotel accommodations (All-Inclusive Experience)
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Made-to-order breakfast at Embassy Suites
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Family Empowerment Conference
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Workforce Experience
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Morgan’s Wonderland Experience
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Transportation
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Conference lunch and park lunch
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Program t-shirt and welcome bag
➡️ This is a complete pathway to independence, confidence, and opportunity.
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This Experience Is Intentionally Limited
To ensure quality, structure, and support:
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Room block is limited and assigned in order of registration
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Only 2 Individual Experience spots are available
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Capacity for Friends of Empower Society 21 is limited
All Balances Must Be Paid by May 31
Participants who have not completed payment may forfeit their reserved spot.
We are finalizing all placements immediately following this deadline.
➡️ Secure Your Spot Today
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Full Experience (Families)
Comprehensive Experience Package
Family of 3-4: $1,500
Family of 2: $1,000
Includes full participation, support, and accommodations within our master reserved hotel block.
Hotel
Rooms are coordinated and assigned based on registration order and availability.
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Individual Experience (Limited)
$800 (2 spots available)
Reserved for select individuals, educators, and professionals.
Room placement based on availability.
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Additional Participants to Family of 4 (5 or more people)
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Ages 12+: $250
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Under 12: $150
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FRIENDS OF EMPOWER SOCIETY 21
Access the Experience. Join the Movement.
Designed for individuals, professionals, and supporters of Empower Society 21.
Pricing
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Individual: $297
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2 People: $550
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Conference
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Morgan’s Wonderland
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Workforce Experience
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Lunch
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Transportation
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Program shirt and bag
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Hotel
Booked separately through designated, Friends of Empower Society 21, hotel link.
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
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Transportation to San Antonio is not included
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Hotel is only included for Full Experience participants
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Friends book accommodations separately
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SECURE YOUR SPOT
Limited Availability, Reserve Your Family’s Place Today
A deposit is required to reserve your participation in the experience.
Registration Deposit:
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Families of 3 or more: $350
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Family of 2: $250
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Individual: $175
Deposits are applied toward the total program cost
Spots are secured in the order deposits are received.
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REGISTRATION POLICY
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Deposits are applied toward total cost.
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All registrations and deposits are non-refundable.
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If unable to attend, registration becomes a fully tax-deductible donation.
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Registrations may be transferred with prior written approval.
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Transfers must be requested at least 7 days prior.
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Spots are secured in the order registrations are received.
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THE OUTCOME
What Families Walk Away With...
• Increased confidence
• Real-world experience
• Greater independence
• Exposure to career opportunities
• A new vision for what is possible
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SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Creating Access Through Sponsorship
We believe every individual deserves access to life-changing opportunities, regardless of financial barriers.
Empower Society 21 is actively supporting families in securing sponsorships and community support to participate in this experience.
Sponsorship opportunities are available for:
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Ambassadors of Empower Society 21
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Individuals with Down syndrome, autism, and other abilities
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Families who would benefit from financial support
What Sponsorship Can Support
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Program participation
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Travel and accommodations
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Experience-related costs
➡️ Families may request sponsorship support after completing registration.
➡️ Community members and partners may sponsor a participant or family.
We are not just building an experience, we are building access, opportunity, and equity for families everywhere.
This Is More Than an
Experience
This Is a Defining Moment.
Spots are limited. The opportunity is real. The impact is lasting.
This Is Their Moment
Academy
Experience
Impact
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS
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FAQs
What is included in Full Experience? Full Academy, travel, hotel, conference, workforce experience, activities, lunch, and materials. Dinner is not included. What is Friends of Empower Society 21? A flexible access option without hotel accommodations. Hotel hotel accommodations are made through "Friends of Empower Society 21" booking link. Is travel included? No, participants arrange their own travel. Are payments refundable? No. Registrations convert to donation if unable to attend. Can I transfer my spot? Yes, with prior approval. When is payment due? All balances must be paid by June 1, 2026.
