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SUMMARY:Bridging Knowledge to Know-How: Empowering Pennsylvania Educators and Partners
DESCRIPTION:Uniting Pennsylvania’s educators\, community partners\, families\, and youth to explore insights and tools that bridge knowledge and practical application. This conference will bring together Pennsylvania’s educators\, community partners\, families\, and youth to explore the latest insights\, strategies\, and tools that bridge the gap between knowledge and practical application. Sessions will have a specific focus on autism\, sensory disabilities\, secondary transition\, and students with complex instructional needs. Participants will gain tangible strategies to enhance teaching practices\, drive student success\, and adapt to the evolving demands of today’s classrooms.
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/bridging-knowledge-to-know-how-empowering-pennsylvania-educators-and-partners/
LOCATION:Lancaster County Convention Center\, 25 S Queen St\, Lancaster\, PA\, 17603\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences
ORGANIZER;CN="PA Training & Technical Assistance Network - PaTTAN":MAILTO:BridgingRegistration@pattan.net
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260811T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260814T000000
DTSTAMP:20260628T181523Z
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UID:15357-1786406400-1786665600@www.paddc.org
SUMMARY:LEAD (Leadership Exchange in Arts and Disability) Conference
DESCRIPTION:The annual LEAD® Conference brings together a passionate community dedicated to accessibility. Professionals from theaters\, museums\, parks\, and cultural spaces come together to explore practical solutions\, share effective strategies\, and strengthen their commitment to accessibility. Through strategy exchange\, meaningful connections\, and shared experiences\, LEAD supports those working to make arts and cultural spaces more welcoming and accessible for everyone. \n 
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/lead-leadership-exchange-in-arts-and-disability-conference/
LOCATION:Philadelphia Marriott Downtown\, 1201 Market Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260811T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260813T120000
DTSTAMP:20260603T213036Z
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SUMMARY:Includi-Con
DESCRIPTION:Includi-Con is a 3-day\, virtual event designed to provide opportunities for school personnel and parents to build their inclusion skills. Includi-Con will give you a new perspective and tools to continue your work to support all students learning together in general education classrooms\, find new connections\, and feel supported in your efforts.
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/includi-con/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinars,Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="The Arc of Pennsylvania":MAILTO:sbond@thearcpa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260815T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260815T150000
DTSTAMP:20260801T131333Z
CREATED:20260801T130950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260801T131333Z
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SUMMARY:Outdoors for All Day – Allegheny Commons
DESCRIPTION:Together with the Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy\, the Outdoor Coalition Initiative\, and the City of Pittsburgh Parks & Recreation Department\, the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) invites you to join us for an Outdoors for All Day event 
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/outdoors-for-all-day-allegheny-commons/
LOCATION:Allegheny Commons\, North Avenue and Arch St\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15212\, United States
CATEGORIES:A Family Guide,Outing
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260820T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260820T131500
DTSTAMP:20260801T132548Z
CREATED:20260801T132507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260801T132548Z
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SUMMARY:Bullying and Harassment: PHRA Protections in Educational Settings
DESCRIPTION:This training gives an education overview of the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act (PHRA) and other laws that protect people from discrimination\, bullying and harassment in educational settings. Discrimination\, bullying and harassment are illegal in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. This training will help participants understand their rights under the PHRA.
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/bullying-and-harassment-phra-protections-in-educational-settings/
LOCATION:Online with Zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinars
ORGANIZER;CN="The PEAL Center":MAILTO:training@pealcenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260825T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260825T133000
DTSTAMP:20260827T224609Z
CREATED:20260827T224609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T224609Z
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SUMMARY:Voting Information Day
DESCRIPTION:Get hands-on learning\, find out how to register\, where to cast your ballot\, and what to expect at the polls. Learn how to use a voting machine and discover accessibility options. Get information on registering to vote.\nThis is a free event with lunch provided.
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/voting-information-day/
LOCATION:718 Arch Street Floor 6\, Philadelphia\, 19106\, United States
CATEGORIES:A Family Guide,Public Forum
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260901T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260902T000000
DTSTAMP:20260628T181737Z
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SUMMARY:2026 Community of Practice for Supporting Families Regional Collaborative Summit
DESCRIPTION:The Regional Collaboratives for Supporting Families Summit connects diverse individuals\, families\, and community partners to identify what people and families need to be supported\, to develop and implement strategies to meet these needs through local collaboration and partnerships\, and to participate in the conversation to improve systems.  This objective allows all people to best nurture and support their loves ones in having full\, meaningful everyday lives in their communities. This year’s Summit will bring together Regional Collaboratives from across the Commonwealth sharing experience and knowledge and developing strategies. \n 
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/2026-community-of-practice-for-supporting-families-regional-collaborative-summit/
LOCATION:Virtual Event\, United States
CATEGORIES:Summit
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260915T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260915T120000
DTSTAMP:20260827T231601Z
CREATED:20260827T231601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T231601Z
UID:15478-1789466400-1789473600@www.paddc.org
SUMMARY:We Count: Disability Voting Rights in Western Pennsylvania
DESCRIPTION:People with disabilities have fought for decades to secure greater access to voter registration\, polling places\, voting systems\, absentee and mail-in voting\, voter assistance\, and other parts of the electoral process. Important progress has been made\, but barriers to full and equal participation remain. Together\, speakers and panelists will explore disability voting rights and advocacy\, polling place and transportation barriers\, institutional voting\, mail-in voting and ballot curing\, voter assistance\, enforcement challenges\, and practical ways to strengthen voting access. The program is intended for people with disabilities\, advocates\, service providers\, nonprofit and community organizations\, public officials\, and anyone interested in disability rights\, voting access\, and civic participation.
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/we-count-disability-voting-rights-in-western-pennsylvania/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Webinars
ORGANIZER;CN="Western Pennsylvania Disability History and Action Consortium":MAILTO:info@wpdhac.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260923T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260923T140000
DTSTAMP:20260827T230813Z
CREATED:20260827T230813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T230813Z
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SUMMARY:Using the Integrated Split Star to Find & Maintain Friendships
DESCRIPTION:Values Into Action’s True Friendships Project is hosting opportunities to learn more about how to create a good life. The sessions will help people with disabilities and their families explore expanding their social connections using the LifeCourse Framework as a guide. These sessions are for: Individuals with disabilities\, parents\, siblings\, and family members.
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/using-the-integrated-split-star-to-find-maintain-friendships/
LOCATION:Online with Zoom
CATEGORIES:Webinars
ORGANIZER;CN="Values Into Action":MAILTO:authenticfriendships@viapa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260926T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260926T160000
DTSTAMP:20260801T131629Z
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SUMMARY:Disability Pride Pittsburgh
DESCRIPTION:Check out the activities and resources to celebrate Disability Pride! The Institute on Disabilities at Temple University and Disability Rights Pennsylvania\, our DD Network sister organizations\, are partners supporting this event.
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/disability-pride-pittsburgh-4/
LOCATION:Schenley Plaza\, 4100 Forbes Ave\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15260\, United States
CATEGORIES:A Family Guide,Outing
ORGANIZER;CN="Disability Pride PA":MAILTO:Info@DisabilityPridePA.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261008T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261008T000000
DTSTAMP:20260127T140144Z
CREATED:20260127T140117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T140144Z
UID:15065-1791417600-1791417600@www.paddc.org
SUMMARY:The 2026 Disability Summit: Envisioning the Future of Disability Inclusion
DESCRIPTION:Cities of Inclusion\, an initiative of Special Olympics Pennsylvania\, is organizing “The 2026 Disability Summit: Envisioning the Future of Disability Inclusion\,” a summit designed to celebrate all that has been accomplished over the last 250 years while looking ahead to the future as we come together as a community to envision a Philadelphia region that works for all of us. This summit will offer the opportunity to engage in meaningful conversations with a diverse range of leaders across the disability community and beyond who will guide us through how we transform current challenges into actionable solutions for building a truly inclusive city and region.
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/the-2026-disability-summit-envisioning-the-future-of-disability-inclusion/
LOCATION:Pennsylvania Convention Center\, 1101 Arch Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Summit
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261008T073000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261008T163000
DTSTAMP:20260827T230000Z
CREATED:20260827T230000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T230000Z
UID:15470-1791444600-1791477000@www.paddc.org
SUMMARY:2026 Special Needs Consortium Disability Summit
DESCRIPTION:This is an event for individuals\, families\, educators and service providers.  The theme this year is From Birth Through Adulthood: Championing Persons with Disabilities. This summit will feature a variety of knowledgeable presenters with breakout sessions covering three tracks.  These tracks include early childhood and school age\, secondary transition\, and adulthood. There will also be many vendors and opportunities for connection and collaboration.  Attendees must be at least 18 years of age. Scholarships are available
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/2026-special-needs-consortium-disability-summit/
LOCATION:12121 Perry Hwy\, Wexford\, PA\, 15090\, United States
CATEGORIES:Summit
ORGANIZER;CN="Special Needs Consortium":MAILTO:snc@specialneedsconsortium.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261012T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261012T143000
DTSTAMP:20260827T225401Z
CREATED:20260827T225307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T225401Z
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SUMMARY:UnConference: Ordinary Moments\, Meaningful Connections
DESCRIPTION:Focusing on the belief that meaningful learning happens within everyday moments\, this UnConference highlights how connection\, reciprocity\, inclusion\, and opportunities for growth emerge through adult-child interactions. The event is designed to support educators in cultivating early learning classrooms where every child—and every adult—feels seen\, heard\, and valued.
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/unconference-ordinary-moments-meaningful-connections/
LOCATION:Hosanna House\, 807 Wallace Avenue\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15221\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261015T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261015T120000
DTSTAMP:20260803T140658Z
CREATED:20260803T140615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260803T140658Z
UID:15456-1792062000-1792065600@www.paddc.org
SUMMARY:PADDC Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Council Meeting\n11 AM – 12 PM
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/paddc-council-meeting-4/
LOCATION:Best Western Premier The Central Hotel & Conference Center\, 800 E Park Drive\, Harrisburg\, PA\, 17111
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261022T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261022T133000
DTSTAMP:20260827T232313Z
CREATED:20260827T232313Z
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SUMMARY:2026 Employment Symposium and Job Fair
DESCRIPTION:Learn about employment resources available to you or someone you support. Join the networking lunch. Talk to businesses that are hiring and local resources that can help. The event is free (includes lunch).
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/2026-employment-symposium-and-job-fair/
LOCATION:Bayfront Convention Center\, 1 Sassafras Pier\, Erie\, PA\, 16507\, United States
CATEGORIES:Symposium
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261024T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261024T150000
DTSTAMP:20260801T125459Z
CREATED:20260801T125459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260801T125459Z
UID:15431-1792832400-1792854000@www.paddc.org
SUMMARY:#NextGen Capitol Region
DESCRIPTION:A full-day conference bringing together families\, educators\, administrators\, advocates\, service providers\, and community partners to explore innovative strategies and practical solutions that support inclusive education and successful outcomes for children and youth with disabilities.
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/nextgen-capitol-region/
LOCATION:1150 Camp Hill Bypass\, 1150 Camp Hill Bypass\, Camp Hill\, PA\, 17011\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences
ORGANIZER;CN="The PEAL Center":MAILTO:training@pealcenter.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261202T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261202T140000
DTSTAMP:20260827T230512Z
CREATED:20260827T230512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T230512Z
UID:15474-1796212800-1796220000@www.paddc.org
SUMMARY:Using the Trajectory for Planning to Find & Maintain Friendships
DESCRIPTION:Values Into Action’s True Friendships Project is hosting opportunities to learn more about how to create a good life. The sessions will help people with disabilities and their families explore expanding their social connections using the LifeCourse Framework as a guide. These sessions are for: Individuals with disabilities\, parents\, siblings\, and family members.
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/using-the-trajectory-for-planning-to-find-maintain-friendships/
LOCATION:Online with Zoom
CATEGORIES:Workshops
ORGANIZER;CN="Values Into Action":MAILTO:authenticfriendships@viapa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20261203T000000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20261205T000000
DTSTAMP:20260801T130126Z
CREATED:20260801T125943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260801T130126Z
UID:15434-1796256000-1796428800@www.paddc.org
SUMMARY:2026 TASH Conference: Liberty and Justice for All
DESCRIPTION:Each year\, the TASH Conference brings together our constituents to share resources and success stories\, learn about field-driven best practices\, and network within a community engaged in shared values. The Conference is attended by passionate leaders\, experts\, and advocates from every corner of the disability community. Conference attendees are influential in their fields and communities\, and play an important role in the provision of services and supports for individuals and organizations around the world; and include professors and researchers from leading institutions; those involved in local\, state\, and federal governments and public policy; special and general educators\, and school administrators; self-advocates\, adult service providers; students\, family members\, and many others. This year’s conference theme is Liberty and Justice for All.
URL:https://www.paddc.org/event/2026-tash-conference-liberty-and-justice-for-all/
LOCATION:Loews Philadelphia Hotel\, 1200 Market Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19107\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences
ORGANIZER;CN="TASH":MAILTO:register@tash.org
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