This session will explore intersectionality's role in supporting youth with disabilities. Topics will include: - Understanding intersectionality - Embracing diversity - Real-world insights on disability - Acknowledging privilege - Navigating barriers - Fostering cultural competence - Advocating for inclusive policies […]
Self-Determination Housing of Pennsylvania believes that housing is a human right for everyone and that all individuals with disabilities and older adults should have access to safe, affordable, accessible housing. This conference aims to expand choice and control in housing […]
This webinar will delve into historic and ongoing voter suppression measures that impact people of color, people with disabilities, and other intersecting identities. The webinar will also highlight how organizations and advocates are working to remove barriers to the ballot […]
The Brain Injury Association of Pennsylvania’s 2024 Annual Conference will be held in person on Monday, June 24th through Tuesday, June 25th, 2024 at the Lancaster Marriott & Convention Center located in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. This year’s annual conference theme is “Creating Roadmaps […]
Includi-Con is a 3-day, virtual event designed to provide opportunities for school personnel and parents to build their inclusion skills. Life in schools and their respective communities has been difficult and more challenging than ever, as the impact of the […]
This hybrid seminar will highlight barriers to employment related to social determinants of health, and explore solutions to help individuals achieve greater employment opportunities. We invite you to join us if you are unemployed, underemployed or looking to support other […]
The Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission is sponsoring a one-day event for Disability Pride Month. The conference will begin with a plenary session about disability rights under the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act. Then there will be concurrent sessions; one on bullying and […]
For Black Americans, historical trauma, discrimination, community violence, and economic insecurity all impact mental health. The summit addresses the unique challenges that members of Pittsburgh’s Black community are facing, how stigma can be a barrier to seeking treatment, and the […]
This class provides basic to advanced level knowledge and skills for handling law enforcement interactions and crisis response to individuals with developmental disabilities such as autism and related conditions. Presenters include an autism counseling and presenting professional, an experienced police […]