June 6 – 11, 2022
This week-long celebration will feature a variety of activities, culminating in the annual parade and festivities featuring disabled performers. Check out the calendar of events for more information and to register in advance.
June 8, 2022
2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Eastern
Sponsored by the Kennedy Center’s AccessLEAD program, this session will examine strategies for creating handouts and print materials in accessible formats.
June 9, 2022
2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Eastern
Learn about modified procedures and safety protocols during leisure fishing and boating, as well as competitive events.
June 9, 2022
2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Eastern
Join Job Accommodation Network consultants as they go over distinctions between personal use items and reasonable accommodations employers may need to provide.
June 14, 2022
12:00 noon - 1:30 p.m. Eastern
Hear from leaders who have sustained DEI efforts in their organizations.
The Museum, Arts and Culture Access Consortium (MAC)’s Supporting Transition project is hosting this series.
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June 8, 2022; Session 1: Rethinking Employment Structures
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June 15, 2022; Session 2: Tools for Inclusive Practices Part 1
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June 22, 2022; Session 3: Tools for Inclusive Practices Part 2
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June 29, 2022; Session 4: Re-imagining Employment
These sessions are for professionals who work with students and individuals with intellectual, developmental, and other disabilities, as well as their families.
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June 21, 2022; Addressing Disability Bias and Providing Reasonable Accommodations for People with Disabilities in Health Care Settings
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June 22, 2022; Affordable Housing for People with Disabilities: Moving from Discrimination to Innovation and Equity
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June 23, 2022; Race and the Autism Service Pathway: How Race and Racism Impact Autism Assessment, Diagnosis, and Treatment
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June 28, 2022; Understanding the Intersection of Racism and Suicide Risk: A Context for Suicide Prevention Efforts
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June 29, 2022; Understanding Your Child's IEP and Discipline of Students with Disabilities
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June 30, 2022; Epidemiology of Psychiatric Disorders and Mental Health Crises in Youth with Autism Spectrum Disorders and Mental Health Interventions for Children and Adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorder
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July 7, 2022; Join us for a Virtual Tour of the Maryland’s Accessible Telecommunications and Assistive Technology Programs
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July 12, 2022; Supporting Parents with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities and Their Children
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July 13, 2022; Accessible and Affordable Transportation for People with Disabilities: Opportunities for Engagement
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July 14, 2022; Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASDs): Clinical Features and Educational Implications
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July 18, 2022; Creating Intentional Inclusion for Children with Disabilities: Social Inclusion Leadership and Planning
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July 25, 2022; Creating Intentional Inclusion for Children with Disabilities: Designing Inclusive Play Spaces for All Children
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August 1, 2022; Creating Intentional Inclusion for Children with Disabilities: Facilitating Social Inclusion Through Play Delivers Transformative Social/Emotional Learning for All Children
The LiveWell App Factory seeks to fund development of mobile information and communication technology (ICT) applications to improve health and function of people with disabilities. The goal is to expand access and usefulness of emerging technologies for people of all abilities. Organizations and individuals are invited to submit proposals for financial support to develop mobile apps designed for smartphone and tablet platforms (e.g., Android, iOS, Windows). The due date for proposals is August 1, 2022.
Are you age 55 or older, have a disability, are currently employed, and reside in the Mid-Atlantic Region (Delaware, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia, or the District of Columbia)? We want your opinion! Participating in our survey will only take 15 minutes, and will provide us with important, anonymous information. At the end of the survey, you will have the option of providing your email address to enter into a lottery to win a $25.00 VISA gift card.
New: National Corrections ADA Coordinator Information Sharing Group
The purpose of the NCACISG is to create a safe environment for productive, positive information sharing and collaboration among ADA Coordinators and others who handle ADA issues within correctional institutions, including jails, prisons, etc.. Corrections agencies face many hurdles in addressing inmate requests for accommodations while maintaining effective care, custody, and control – this group is designed to facilitate the development of viable solutions! For additional information, contact Tiffany Fackler, PA DOC ADA Coordinator/NCACISG Chair, or fill out the membership form.
