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SUMMARY:Vaccine Misinformation: Impact of Misinformation on the African American Community
DESCRIPTION:It’s time to register for the 2022 virtual African American Conference on Disabilities (AACD) throughout the month of February. This conference is a FREE event! \nSession 7\nThursday\, February 10th – 9:00 am – 10:30 am (Phoenix time) \n\nDr. Danielle M Gilliam\, PharmD\, MPH\, NAACP AZ State Conference Health Chair\nDr. James “Philip” Williams\, MD\, Clinical Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at the University of Arizona Medical Center and Associate Medical Director at Mariposa Community Health Center\n\nSynopsis: This presentation is designed to separate myths from facts\, and will objectively examine the impact and consequences of vaccination misinformation on the African American community. \nRegister here https://arizona.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEpcO-prTMoG9R73MuGtcgKjRb7MgGVWG91
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/vaccine-misinformation-impact-of-misinformation-on-the-african-american-community/
CATEGORIES:Conferences
ORGANIZER;CN="The Arizona Center for Disability Law and the Arizona Center for African American Resources (AZCAAR)":MAILTO:center@azdisabilitylaw.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220210T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220210T143000
DTSTAMP:20260409T084050
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SUMMARY:Transition: Rooted in Self-Determination and Self-Advocacy
DESCRIPTION:It’s time to register for the 2022 virtual African American Conference on Disabilities (AACD) throughout the month of February. This conference is a FREE event! \nSession 8\nThursday\, February 10th – 1:00 pm -2:30 pm (Phoenix time) \n\nCalvin Cook\, BSW\, Alumni Relations Champion\, Arizona Youth Leadership Initiatives Alumni Association Diverse Ability Incorporated\, \nSakénya McDonald\, MA\, ABD\n\nSynopsis:  As youth prepare to exit high school\, they frequently consider their life choices which may include attending college. Research proves that students with disabilities are often excluded from receiving the college transition support offered to their peers and may feel uncertain about pursuing higher education. This panel presentation will feature the voices of college students with disabilities from diverse backgrounds. Our goal is for attendees to have a holistic understanding of the college transition process\, what students feel they need to succeed in college\, and what actions lead to opportunities for an inclusive college experience for students with disabilities. \nRegister here https://arizona.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZArcuiurjoqHdHRfdSbGUyYoSFnjLC-pYc3
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/transition-rooted-in-self-determination-and-self-advocacy/
CATEGORIES:Conferences
ORGANIZER;CN="The Arizona Center for Disability Law and the Arizona Center for African American Resources (AZCAAR)":MAILTO:center@azdisabilitylaw.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220215T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220215T103000
DTSTAMP:20260409T084050
CREATED:20220105T230803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220105T230803Z
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SUMMARY:Government Resources to Help Voters with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:It’s time to register for the 2022 virtual African American Conference on Disabilities (AACD) throughout the month of February. This conference is a FREE event! \nSession 9\nTuesday\, February 15th – 9:00 am – 10:30 am (Phoenix time) \n\nThomas Hicks\, Vice-Chair U.S. Election Assistance Commission\nBen Jackson\, Senior Subject Matter Expert on Accessibility. U.S. Election Assistance Commission\n\nSynopsis: With the 2022 midterm elections beginning early this year\, Chairman Hicks will lead a panel of government officials in a discussion about resources the government provides for voters with disabilities. \nRegister here https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAsf-GgpjsqH9AsfI5NlGq32p90pCTXVEIu
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/government-resources-to-help-voters-with-disabilities/
CATEGORIES:Conferences
ORGANIZER;CN="The Arizona Center for Disability Law and the Arizona Center for African American Resources (AZCAAR)":MAILTO:center@azdisabilitylaw.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220215T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220215T143000
DTSTAMP:20260409T084050
CREATED:20220105T231106Z
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SUMMARY:The Self Advocacy Movement: A Civil Rights Movement for People with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:It’s time to register for the 2022 virtual African American Conference on Disabilities (AACD) throughout the month of February. This conference is a FREE event! \nSession 10\nTuesday\, February 15th – 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm (Phoenix time) \n\nCalvin Cook\, BSW\, Alumni Relations Champion\, Arizona Youth Leadership Initiatives Alumni Association Diverse Ability Incorporated\nGeorge Garcia MSW Executive Director Southwest Institute for Families and Children\nTimotheus “T.J.” Gordon\, Jr.\, Research Associate at the Institute on Disability and Human Development at University of Illinois – Chicago; Co-founder of Chicagoland Disabled People of Color Coalition (Chicagoland DPOCC).\n\nSynopsis: The self-advocacy movement is a civil rights movement that started in the 1970s for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. It is based on the belief that people with disabilities have the right to make their own decisions based on their own needs and wants. Today\, self-advocates from around the country continue to keep the movement alive by advocating for themselves and for others in all aspects of disability rights. A panel of self-advocates will discuss the current state of the self-advocacy movement both nationally as well as in Arizona. \nRegister here https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0qf-6grDkoGtNky-OLCvhlSc_URwWs4JLl
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/the-self-advocacy-movement-a-civil-rights-movement-for-people-with-disabilities/
CATEGORIES:Conferences
ORGANIZER;CN="The Arizona Center for Disability Law and the Arizona Center for African American Resources (AZCAAR)":MAILTO:center@azdisabilitylaw.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220217T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220217T103000
DTSTAMP:20260409T084050
CREATED:20220105T231359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220105T231422Z
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SUMMARY:Fair Housing & Residents' Rights in Specialized Housing Arrangements for People with Disabilities (CLE)
DESCRIPTION:It’s time to register for the 2022 virtual African American Conference on Disabilities (AACD) throughout the month of February. This conference is a FREE event!\n\nSession 11\nThursday\, February 17th – 9:00 am – 10:30 am (Phoenix time) \n\nRegan Smith\, LMSW\, Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program Director\, Area Agency on Aging\, Region One\nSkylar Colavito\, Staff Attorney\, Arizona Center for Disability Law \nRose Daly-Rooney\, Legal Director\, Arizona Center for Disability Law \n\nSynopsis: Learn about fair housing and other rights of residents with disabilities living in group living arrangements such as assisted living facilities\, nursing homes\, group homes and boarding homes. The presentation will include information on the right to reasonable modifications in policies and programs\, accessibility\, and auxiliary aids and services for people living in group living arrangements. Other important resident rights will also be covered such as; when being threatened with termination\, eviction or transfer; understanding the fair housing complaint options\, appeal and grievance options (adverse services decisions). \nRegister here https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAsce2sqz4iGdHW5YnNHK6fOw1Se-3zAMBc
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/fair-housing-residents-rights-in-specialized-housing-arrangements-for-people-with-disabilities-cle/
CATEGORIES:Conferences
ORGANIZER;CN="The Arizona Center for Disability Law and the Arizona Center for African American Resources (AZCAAR)":MAILTO:center@azdisabilitylaw.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220217T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220217T143000
DTSTAMP:20260409T084050
CREATED:20220105T231652Z
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SUMMARY:Moving from Safe Spaces to Brave Spaces
DESCRIPTION:It’s time to register for the 2022 virtual African American Conference on Disabilities (AACD) throughout the month of February. This conference is a FREE event!\nSession 12\nThursday\, February 17th – 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm (Phoenix time) \n\nDerrick K. Willis\, MPA\, Director of the University of Iowa’s Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDD) at the Center for Disabilities and Development (CDD) within the University of Iowa Health Care.   \n\nSynopsis: In the past two years\, issues related to historical oppression\, structural racism\, health disparities and many other social justice inequities were exposed. Agencies have spent countless hours developing strategies to respond to these inequities. Through these efforts\, we have learned that our ability to keep conversations and environments free of risk is difficult. Creating safe spaces will no longer yield the results desired and needed to bring about change. The conversations will not get easier\, but our ability to press forward towards more meaningful dialogue will expand. This session will explore strategies to turn safe spaces into brave spaces that lead to thought-provoking and deep conversations that help identify root causes and begin reconciliation. \nRegister here https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMlceyurDosHNVdm72aPKtitATnOGlnUSoO
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/moving-from-safe-spaces-to-brave-spaces/
CATEGORIES:Conferences
ORGANIZER;CN="The Arizona Center for Disability Law and the Arizona Center for African American Resources (AZCAAR)":MAILTO:center@azdisabilitylaw.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220302
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220305
DTSTAMP:20260409T084050
CREATED:20211225T145305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211225T145515Z
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SUMMARY:2022 Pennsylvania Department of Education Conference
DESCRIPTION:Join Pennsylvania’s educators for the Bureau of Special Education’s signature event. This annual statewide conference offers an opportunity to learn and engage with nationally recognized presenters\, as well as colleagues from across the state\, highlighting effective instructional strategies and interventions designed to make an educational difference for all students. The 2022 PDE Conference will feature sessions on Attracting\, Preparing\, and Retaining Special Education Personnel. The 2022 PDE Conference will be offered in a hybrid format – in person at the Hershey Lodge and Convention Center or online through ChimeLive. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/2022-pennsylvania-department-of-education-conference/
LOCATION:Hershey Lodge and Convention Center\, 325 University Dr\, Hershey\, PA\, 17033\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences
ORGANIZER;CN="PA Training & Technical Assistance Network - PaTTAN":MAILTO:pquinn@pattan.net
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220303T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220303T130000
DTSTAMP:20260409T084050
CREATED:20220213T142023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220213T142109Z
UID:13087-1646308800-1646312400@www.paddc.org
SUMMARY:Real-Life Stories: Using Smart Home Technology for Independence
DESCRIPTION:Hear from three people with disabilities as they discuss how smart home technology is helping them to live safer and more independently.\nWe will discuss:\n– How they identified which smart home devices to get.\n– Who assisted them in the process of identifying the devices.\n– How they funded the purchase of those devices.\n– How were the devices installed.\n– What is working for them.\n– What problems have they encountered.\n– What devices they plan to add next.\nFor more information: https://smarthomesmadesimple.org/webinars/webinar-real-life-stories-independence/
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/real-life-stories-using-smart-home-technology-for-independence/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
ORGANIZER;CN="PENNSYLVANIA ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY FOUNDATION ( PATF)":MAILTO:communications@patf.us
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220319T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220319T153000
DTSTAMP:20260409T084050
CREATED:20220218T001527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220218T001527Z
UID:13091-1647682200-1647703800@www.paddc.org
SUMMARY:PEAC’s Annual Inclusion Conference - Online
DESCRIPTION:PEAC Inclusion Conferences are for parents\, administrators\, educators\, service providers\, families\, students who have disabilities\, and their peers.  PEAC holds annual conferences focusing exclusively on inclusive special education in Eastern Pennsylvania! They have featured both nationally-recognized special education speakers and local experts.   IEP teams are encouraged to attend as a group.
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/peacs-annual-inclusion-conference-online/
CATEGORIES:Conferences,Webinars
ORGANIZER;CN="Pennsylvania's Education For All Coalition%2C Inc. (PEAC)":MAILTO:info@paedforall.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220330T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220330T160000
DTSTAMP:20260409T084050
CREATED:20220301T224205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220301T224224Z
UID:13093-1648630800-1648656000@www.paddc.org
SUMMARY:Disability and Justice: The Evolution and the Revolution
DESCRIPTION:This year we celebrate disability’s long march toward justice. There are many battles fought along the way\, with highs and lows at every turn. We ask everyone to think about how we find\, share\, and engage our greater communities in this rich and important history. Please invite your friends\, neighbors and co-workers. Together\, as participants in this event\, we will be recording history in the moment. The Disability and Change Symposium is free\, accessible and open to the public. ASL and Live Transcriptions will be provided. This year’s Symposium is an online event. \nOne-hour panels include:\nWelcome and Student Panel\nNaming Disability: How Communication Changes Over Time\nClaiming Disability: The Journey Toward Justice\nAdvocating for Disability: Intersecting Movements\nFinding Disability: Art and Objects
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/disability-and-justice-the-evolution-and-the-revolution/
CATEGORIES:Symposium
ORGANIZER;CN="Temple University Institute On Disabilities":MAILTO:kristy.crocetto@temple.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220405T163000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220405T173000
DTSTAMP:20260409T084050
CREATED:20220403T204141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220403T204141Z
UID:13103-1649176200-1649179800@www.paddc.org
SUMMARY:Self-Advocacy and Disability: A discussion with Representative Jessica Benham
DESCRIPTION:People with disabilities can be strong self-advocates. Learn about the power\, challenges and benefits of self advocacy from State Rep. Jessica Benham\, whose Autism led her to co-found Pittsburgh Center for Autistic Advocacy. \nState Rep. Benham took office on a platform of fighting to solve the critical problems her constituents face: lack of access to quality health care\, and to economic opportunity. Join in this virtual session to hear her self-advocacy journey and how it changed her life.
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/self-advocacy-and-disability-a-discussion-with-representative-jessica-benham/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
ORGANIZER;CN="Jewish Residential Services":MAILTO:info@jrspgh.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220413
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220414
DTSTAMP:20260409T084050
CREATED:20210630T231859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220413T165950Z
UID:12788-1649808000-1649894399@www.paddc.org
SUMMARY:PADDC Council Meetings
DESCRIPTION:Meetings are at the Sheraton Harrisburg-Hershey.
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/paddc-council-meetings-10/
LOCATION:Sheraton Harrisburg-Hershey\, 4650 Lindle Rd\, Harrisburg\, PA\, 17111
CATEGORIES:PADDC Meetings
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220414
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220415
DTSTAMP:20260409T084050
CREATED:20220413T165243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220413T200252Z
UID:13169-1649894400-1649980799@www.paddc.org
SUMMARY:PADDC Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The meeting is scheduled for the Sheraton Harrisburg-Hershey. \nMeeting Schedule (Word Document)\nMeeting Schedule (PDF)\n 
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/paddc-council-meeting-3/
LOCATION:Sheraton Harrisburg-Hershey\, 4650 Lindle Rd\, Harrisburg\, PA\, 17111
CATEGORIES:PADDC Meetings
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220419T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220419T120000
DTSTAMP:20260409T084050
CREATED:20220403T204315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220403T204315Z
UID:13104-1650362400-1650369600@www.paddc.org
SUMMARY:Beyond Group Homes: Housing Options for Adults with Developmental Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:Explore various housing options\, funding sources and service models that provide greater control for self-advocates and families than traditional group homes. Topics include: Reverse life sharing\, family purchased homes\, home ownership by adults with developmental disabilities\, ownership by trusts\, rentals\, housing subsidies\, shared housing\, additions. Presented by David Gates\, a Senior Attorney and Director of Policy\, Pennsylvania Health Law Project’s Harrisburg office.
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/beyond-group-homes-housing-options-for-adults-with-developmental-disabilities/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220421T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220421T183000
DTSTAMP:20260409T084050
CREATED:20220411T233154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220411T233154Z
UID:13165-1650560400-1650565800@www.paddc.org
SUMMARY:Autism From The Inside Out and the Outside In
DESCRIPTION:Sean Barron is the author of two books\, “There’s a Boy in Here” co-written with his mother\, Judy Barron\, and it was initially published in 1992 and “The Unwritten Rules of Social Relationships”\, co-authored with Dr. Temple Grandin\, 2006. Sean is a news reporter and photojournalist for The Youngstown Vindicator and Tribune Chronicle.
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/autism-from-the-inside-out-and-the-outside-in/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
ORGANIZER;CN="The PEAL Center":MAILTO:kking@pealcenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220428T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220428T160000
DTSTAMP:20260409T084050
CREATED:20220403T204521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220403T204521Z
UID:13105-1651134600-1651161600@www.paddc.org
SUMMARY:2022 Disability & Mental Health Summit
DESCRIPTION:This year’s summit includes sessions on the following: Federal disability policy update; children’s mental health; supporting those at risk; mental wellness and advocacy for youth with disabilities; Discussion on being an ally and advocate; An overview of inclusive college programs
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/2022-disability-mental-health-summit/
LOCATION:Beth El Congregation\, 1900 Cochran Road\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15220\, United States
CATEGORIES:Webinars,Summit
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220505T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220505T163000
DTSTAMP:20260409T084050
CREATED:20220327T131301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220327T131432Z
UID:13099-1651737600-1651768200@www.paddc.org
SUMMARY:Housing As A Human Right: Elevating Accessible Solutions
DESCRIPTION:Join Self-Determination Housing of Pennsylvania (SDHP) on May 5\, 2022 in Grantville\, PA for a one day conference focusing on expanding choice and control in housing for people with disabilities. The conference will bring together leaders from across the commonwealth to discuss best practices and trends in accessible housing\, and address the systemic issues that people with disabilities face every day.
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/housing-as-a-human-right-elevating-accessible-solutions/
LOCATION:Holiday Inn Hershey/Harrisburg\, 604 Station Road\, Grantville\, PA\, 17028\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220513
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220514
DTSTAMP:20260409T084050
CREATED:20220502T121642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220502T124525Z
UID:13190-1652400000-1652486399@www.paddc.org
SUMMARY:AAC Talks 2022: The Power of Language - Online
DESCRIPTION:Join PATTAN’s fourth annual AAC Talks web conference designed to provide practical ideas\, strategies\, and resources for making connections and engaging students with complex communication needs. This year’s theme\, the power of language\, is meant to inspire participants to consider creative solutions and new ways of thinking about AT implementation that promotes the development of language and literacy for empowering our students who use augmentative-alternative communication systems. \nNational and local presenters will discuss a variety of topics including: \n\nways to engage learners with complex communication needs\,\nstarting points for collecting data on students’ progress\,\nspecific strategies to go beyond requesting\,\ntechniques to incorporate into everyday communicative contexts\, and\,\nhow to customize displays to support the student’s AAC use\, and their access to the device.\n\nSchoology is the primary platform for the conference. The code needed for joining the AAC Talks Schoology course for the web conference is provided in the registration confirmation email.
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/aac-talks-2022-the-power-of-language-online/
CATEGORIES:Conferences,Webinars
ORGANIZER;CN="PA Training & Technical Assistance Network - PaTTAN":MAILTO:pquinn@pattan.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220606
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220608
DTSTAMP:20260409T084050
CREATED:20220213T142325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220502T124839Z
UID:13088-1654473600-1654646399@www.paddc.org
SUMMARY:The Arc of PA Advocacy and Policy Conference
DESCRIPTION:The Arc of Pennsylvania’s Annual Advocacy and Policy Conference \nThis year’s theme is “Planning for Life Stages: Pathways to Success”! The conference is an opportunity for the disability community to come together and learn more about the critical stages of transition experienced by individuals and families. \nPrice: The event is free\, but donation is encouraged
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/the-arc-of-pa-advocacy-and-policy-conference/
CATEGORIES:Conferences,Webinars
ORGANIZER;CN="The Arc of Pennsylvania":MAILTO:sbond@thearcpa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220611T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220611T160000
DTSTAMP:20260409T084050
CREATED:20220420T001956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220502T125104Z
UID:13187-1654945200-1654963200@www.paddc.org
SUMMARY:Disability Pride Philadelphia
DESCRIPTION:Join the 10th Birthday Celebration of Disability Pride Philadelphia! \nCheck out the events leading up to this huge celebration of DISABILITY PRIDE. \nThe event kicks off with a parade. Meet us at the water fountain on Logan Square (Ben Franklin Parkway). More details are coming.
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/disability-pride-philadelphia/
LOCATION:Thomas Paine Plaza\, 1401 John F Kennedy Boulevard\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19102\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outing
ORGANIZER;CN="Disability Pride PA":MAILTO:Info@DisabilityPridePA.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220621T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220621T163000
DTSTAMP:20260409T084050
CREATED:20220609T234443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220609T234521Z
UID:13221-1655823600-1655829000@www.paddc.org
SUMMARY:Pathways to Person-Centered Decision-Making and Alternatives to Guardianship: Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Person-centered practice is grounded in the idea that people with disabilities are the decision makers in their own lives. Supporting people to make choices is a priority for person-centered systems. Too often people with disabilities are appointed guardians. When people have guardians\, their ability to make choices may be significantly constrained in the name of keeping them safe. \nThis webinar will explore how disability systems are expanding alternatives to guardianship\, such as supported decision-making where people choose supporters to help them make important decisions in their lives. Current efforts across the country and internationally to implement supported decision-making and other alternatives provide an historic opportunity to help people take control of their lives. In this webinar\, national experts\, state representatives\, advocates\, and people with lived experience of disability from Colorado\, Georgia\, and Wisconsin\, will outline strategies for systems and a new NCAPPS resource to expand supported decision making so that more people can benefit from these alternatives to guardianship: \nNCAPPS webinars include ASL interpretation and live-captions in both English and Spanish. If you require any additional accommodations\, please contact Saska Rajcevic (srajcevic@hsri.org). Please note that some accommodation requests made less than one week before an event may not be possible.
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/webinar-pathways-to-person-centered-decision-making-and-alternatives-to-guardianship/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220627T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220627T153000
DTSTAMP:20260409T084050
CREATED:20220515T134443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220515T134443Z
UID:13200-1656318600-1656343800@www.paddc.org
SUMMARY:Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs (CYSHCN) Symposium 2022
DESCRIPTION:This event is intended to provide education and support for any Pennsylvania based provider of supportive services to CYSHCN. Topics will focus on improving system function for CYSHCN and will offer opportunities for networking with other professionals\, learning from panels of experts\, and resource sharing. \nThe Symposium will be held in-person and virtually. \n\nThe event is both virtual and in-person:
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/children-and-youth-with-special-health-care-needs-cyshcn-symposium-2022/
LOCATION:Best Western Premier Hotel & Conference Center\, 800 East Park Drive\, Harrisburg\, PA\, 17111\, United States
CATEGORIES:Symposium
ORGANIZER;CN="Bureau of Family Health":MAILTO:RA-DHPATITLEV@pa.gov
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220711T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220711T150000
DTSTAMP:20260409T084050
CREATED:20220628T190045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220628T190045Z
UID:13232-1657548000-1657551600@www.paddc.org
SUMMARY:July Self Advocate Spotlight Series
DESCRIPTION:Michael Anderson will tell us about filing and winning an American with Disabilities Act (ADA) lawsuit against the Franklin Institute in Philadelphia to allow Direct Support Professionals to attend events without paying admission when accompanying a person with a disability who needs their support. In his Self Advocate Spotlight Series session\, he will discuss: \n\nWhy he filed the lawsuit?\nWhat happened during the lawsuit process?\nHow winning the lawsuit has impacted his life?\nWhat broad impacts have been seen in Pennsylvania?\nWhat advice he has on advocating for your rights?\n\nTo access the July and future sessions\, please use this Zoom information: \nJoin Zoom Meeting: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/81349897271?pwd=dtXOC194FpMOejkqNsNhhZ6G0B3h8D.1 \nMeeting ID: 813 4989 7271\nPasscode: Vw3Vkd \nDisability Accommodations: \nDo you have accessibility needs? We provide transcription but if you have other accommodation requests for the July session\, please respond by Tuesday\, July 5 to: RA-PWPADDC@pa.gov or call toll free: 1-877-685-4452. \nFor all other sessions\, requests for accommodations other than transctiption must be made at least 14 days prior to the event. To request accommodations\, please email RA-PWPADDC@pa.gov or call toll free: 1-877-685-4452. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/july-self-advocate-spotlight-series/
LOCATION:Online with Zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220713
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220715
DTSTAMP:20260409T084050
CREATED:20211209T024509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220706T172917Z
UID:12971-1657670400-1657843199@www.paddc.org
SUMMARY:PADDC Council Meetings
DESCRIPTION:The July meetings are scheduled at the Sheraton Harrisburg-Hershey. \nBelow are the Meeting schedules: \nPADDC Meeting Agenda July 2022 (Word) \nPADDC Meeting Agenda July 2022 (PDF) \nEmpowerment Committee Agenda July 2022 (Word) \nEmpowerment Committee Agenda July 2022 (PDF) \nSystems Change Committee Agenda July 2022 (Word) \nSystems Change Committee Agenda July 2022 (PDF) \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/paddc-council-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Sheraton Harrisburg-Hershey\, 4650 Lindle Rd\, Harrisburg\, PA\, 17111
CATEGORIES:PADDC Meetings
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220721T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220721T160000
DTSTAMP:20260409T084050
CREATED:20220606T001257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220606T001257Z
UID:13220-1658415600-1658419200@www.paddc.org
SUMMARY:Critical Topics in Autism: How Do Adults on the Spectrum Live and Take Care of Themselves During the 21st Century?
DESCRIPTION:Perspectives of autistic adults about achieving (or trying to achieve) their best life. \nThe PA Gathering: Critical Topics in Autism are virtual events featuring people with lived experience and other experts with an opportunity for audience Q&A. The outcomes of the PA Gatherings are to increase knowledge and awareness of resources about issues that are important to the autism community. \nHosted by: Mike Bomberger & Tom Hassell and supported by the ASERT Collaborative \nAudience: People living with autism\, Families living with autism\, Providers\, Professionals\, Autism organizations
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/critical-topics-in-autism-how-do-adults-on-the-spectrum-live-and-take-care-of-themselves-during-the-21st-century/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
ORGANIZER;CN="ASERT PA Autism":MAILTO:info@paautism.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220723T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220723T170000
DTSTAMP:20260409T084050
CREATED:20220420T001620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220502T125212Z
UID:13184-1658581200-1658595600@www.paddc.org
SUMMARY:Disability Pride Pittsburgh
DESCRIPTION:1st Annual Disability Pride Pittsburgh celebration is coming July 23rd at Fort Duquesne Blvd between the 6th and 7th Street bridges. \nJoin to celebrate the Pride felt in the disability community and the 32nd Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act. \nThe Event is from 1-5 PM with disabled performers\, speakers from the community\, food trucks\, activities\, and information booths.
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/disability-pride-pittsburgh/
LOCATION:Fort Duquesne Boulevard\, 600 Fort Duquesne Boulevard\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15222\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outing
ORGANIZER;CN="Disability Pride PA":MAILTO:Info@DisabilityPridePA.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220810
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220812
DTSTAMP:20260409T084050
CREATED:20220527T230011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220527T231115Z
UID:13215-1660089600-1660262399@www.paddc.org
SUMMARY:2022 PA Community of Practice Transition Conference - Mission Possible: Transitioning to the Future
DESCRIPTION:The primary purpose of this two-day conference is to expand the capacity of youth\, family members\, schools\, and community partners regarding specific issues related to: effective employment and postsecondary educational practices\, development of healthy life-styles; and the utility of assistive technology\, resources\, supports\, and services available to youth and families. \nThe 2022 PA Community of Practice Transition Conference will be offered in a hybrid format – in person at the Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center or online through Zoom.
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/2022-pa-community-of-practice-transition-conference-mission-possible-transitioning-to-the-future/
LOCATION:the Penn Stater Hotel and Conference Center\, 215 Innovation Blvd\, State College\, PA\, 16803\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences
ORGANIZER;CN="PA Training & Technical Assistance Network - PaTTAN":MAILTO:pquinn@pattan.net
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220816T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220816T150000
DTSTAMP:20260409T084050
CREATED:20220706T183816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220706T185711Z
UID:13308-1660658400-1660662000@www.paddc.org
SUMMARY:August Self Advocate Spotlight Series
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Domonique Howell \nThe Pennsylvania Developmental Disabilities Council invites you to join us for our Self Advocate Spotlight Series to hear from individuals with developmental disabilities and the remarkable things they are doing to make Pennsylvania a better place to live. \nAt the August virtual spotlight session\, Domonique Howell will tell us about founding and hosting Momma Chronicles Too.  Momma Chronicles Too is a support and self advocacy group for mothers with disabilities. They discuss topics such as medical and systems advocacy\, and disability rights for parents with disabilities and their children. \n\nWhy did she start Momma Chronicles Too?\nWho should attend Momma Chronicles Too?\nWhat changes happened for the group during COVID-19?\nWhat advocacy topics does Momma Chronicles Too work on?\nWhat advice does she have on advocating for your rights and the rights of your children?\n\nACCESSIBILITY NEEDS \nDo you have accessibility needs? Requests for accommodations must be made at least 14 days prior to the event (by August 2nd). To request accommodations\, please email RA-PWPADDC@pa.gov or call toll free: 1-877-685-4452. \n 
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/august-self-advocate-spotlight-series/
LOCATION:Online with Zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220913T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220913T130000
DTSTAMP:20260409T084050
CREATED:20220901T235728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220901T235841Z
UID:13371-1663074000-1663074000@www.paddc.org
SUMMARY:What’s Race Got to Do with It?: An Intersectional Approach to Disability Rights
DESCRIPTION:Understanding the complex associations between race and disability is essential to ensuring that all people can access their civil rights. This session will introduce the concept of intersectionality\, with particular emphasis on the ways in which ableism and racism are interconnected. Content will consider how intersections of race and disability shape experiences and perceptions of disability\, and how ADA Centers and other disability service organizations can outreach to\, support\, and collaborate with underserved communities. \nLocation: Online\nRegistration: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_901u0-WMTuaaCGjUx1kBxg
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/whats-race-got-to-do-with-it-an-intersectional-approach-to-disability-rights/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220915
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220917
DTSTAMP:20260409T084050
CREATED:20220821T141303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220821T141500Z
UID:13362-1663200000-1663372799@www.paddc.org
SUMMARY:Annual Inclusive Postsecondary Education Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Join Pennsylvania Inclusive Higher Education Consortium’s Annual Inclusive Postsecondary Education Symposium for two days of exploring inclusive postsecondary educational resources and supports\, meeting interesting people\, learning about initiatives across Pennsylvania\, thought-provoking keynote speakers\, and discussion sessions. \nFree for students. Scholarships available
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/annual-inclusive-postsecondary-education-symposium/
LOCATION:Shippensburg University\, Ceddia Union Building (CUB)\, tudent Union Building\, 408 Lancaster Dr\, Shippinsburg\, PA\, 17257\, United States
CATEGORIES:Symposium
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