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Events
Jacob Burns Film Center’s Upcoming Sensory Friendly Fall Screenings: The film center is in Pleasantville, N.Y.
Intrepid Museum Fall Access Programs, through December, 2024: The Intrepid Museum offers monthly programs for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families. These programs alternate between virtual and onsite programs, and take place on select Sundays during regular Museum hours. There are also Early Morning Openings for children with autism and their families.
Rochester Special Education Resource Fair, Sat., Sept. 14, 2024: The second annual fair includes activities, such as visits from the ZoomMobile and therapy dogs.
WIHD’s Monthly Decision Making Series: Workshop #1, Tues., Sept. 17, 2024 This three-part monthly series from Westchester Institute of Human Development reviews Supported Decision-Making (SDM), Guardianship, and other Alternatives. It’s advised that the first webinar be attended before moving on to the others.
Special Education Task Force Webinar, Friday, Sept. 20, 2024: Participants will receive an update on new and updated special education laws, regulations, state and federal guidance, and trending topics or issues. Presented by the Special Education Task Force (SETF).
Inclusive Services Resource Fair, Brooklyn, Sat., Sept. 21, 2024: Inclusive Services at the Brooklyn Public Library is hosting the 10th Family Resource Fair for children and teens with disabilities.
Rockefeller State Park Preserve’s Abilities Celebration, Sun., Sept. 29: The second annual celebration includes the debut of two new Mountain Trike all-terrain chairs, which guests will have the opportunity to test, as well as the Action Trackchair and the GRIT Freedom Chair.
Disability Rights & Employment Awareness Month (DREAM) Symposium, Tues., Oct. 1, 2024 The third annual symposium in Albany celebrates the value that disabled New Yorkers bring to the workforce, assists in matching prospective qualified candidates with employers, and more.
The Self-Advocacy Association of New York State 2024 Annual Statewide Conference, Thurs., Oct. 24 – Sat., Oct. 26: This conference for self-advocates in Albany has lots of components, so check out the link carefully. Cost: $255.
ReelAbilities New York Fall Lineup through December, 2024: The organization is a film festival, organization and streaming service that promotes awareness and appreciation of people with disabilities through film & arts. See what’s on offer through December, 2024. All events and screenings are held at the Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan.
Webinars & Groups
‘Lunch and Learn’ Webinar on Accessing the Vote, Tues., Sept. 10, 2024: VOICE Buffalo A.R.I.S.E. presents a free webinar on how to ensure your voice is heard regardless of disability.
Learn About Rochester Special Ed Parent Advisory Council Monthly Meetings: The first is Mon., Sept. 16, 2024.
Ready, Set, Vote: Your Guide to Election Day Preparation, Tues., Sept. 17, 2024: A self-advocacy workshop to empower individuals. Cosponsored by Autism Society and NACDD.
Coordinated Assessment System (CAS) Town Hall, Wed., Sept. 18, 2024: The New York State Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) is required to perform a conflict-free comprehensive needs assessment for people receiving OPWDD services.
The Nuts & Bolts of Transition Stipends for Housing Webinar, Wed., Sept. 25: This is for those thinking about living independently or are supporting someone on their housing journey.
Parenting With Pride, a Parenting Group for Parents of Individuals in the LGBTQAI+ Community, Wed., Oct. 6, 2024: A new virtual support group from Parent to Parent of NYS. Check out PPNYS’ whole calendar here.
Scholarships
The Patricio “Pat” Figueroa, Jr. Scholarships, Sept. 30, 2024 deadline: These scholarships from the New York State Independent Living Council provide funding for young adults with disabilities to attend and participate in independent living related conferences and/or national disability and leadership trainings.
Photo: The Intrepid Museum, New York City
