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SUMMARY:"Let's Talk!" Hosted by Self Advocacy Solutions
DESCRIPTION:The Association of People Supporting Employment First is a national membership organization focused exclusively on Employment First to facilitate the full inclusion of people who have disabilities\, including significant disabilities\, in the workplace and community.Calvin Cook and Jason Snead are from the Arizona Chapter and will be asking questions concerning self advocacy around employment and how we can better help individuals advocate for better opportunities for themselves. Come and join the conversation.To join the conversation\, be sure to click on the link below on Friday\, March 25 at 1 PM.  You can also call in using the phone number and passcode.
URL:https://diverseabilityincorporated.org/event/lets-talk-hosted-by-self-advocacy-solutions/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220323T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220323T193000
DTSTAMP:20260512T235214
CREATED:20220302T213953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220302T214005Z
UID:3759-1648058400-1648063800@diverseabilityincorporated.org
SUMMARY:By and For Youth: Navigating COVID-19: A Pathway for Self-Advocates
DESCRIPTION:If you are between the ages of 14 and 29 and are a person with a disability\, Raising Special Kids and the Arizona Youth Leaders of Diverse Ability Incorporated invite you for an interactive workshop that focuses on the importance of self-advocacy and informed decision-making specifically related to COVID-19.
URL:https://diverseabilityincorporated.org/event/by-and-for-youth-navigating-covid-19-a-pathway-for-self-advocates/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Raising Special Kids":MAILTO:info@raisingspecialkids.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220322T143000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220322T153000
DTSTAMP:20260512T235214
CREATED:20220319T182443Z
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SUMMARY:Transition Spotlight: AZYLF—Cultivating Successful Futures for Arizona Youths Who Have Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:Join this session as we explore the Arizona Youth Leadership Forum (AZYLF). Established by Diverse Ability Incorporated\, in partnership with the AZYLI Arizona Youth Leadership Initiatives Alumni association\, AZYLF is an innovative\, multi-day conference that successfully integrates youth who represent the diversity of disability and culture in Arizona. This event fosters youth self-discovery\, leadership development\, effective advocacy\, career exploration\, and empowerment through heightened awareness of disability culture. Learn more about this amazing experience and opportunities for Arizonan youths to participate in the AZYLF 2022 Conference. \nRegistration is required for all Transition Tuesday sessions. Learn more at https://www.azed.gov/specialeducation/transition/.
URL:https://diverseabilityincorporated.org/event/transition-spotlight-azylf-cultivating-successful-futures-for-arizona-youths-with-disabilities/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220201
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220301
DTSTAMP:20260512T235214
CREATED:20220210T140045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220210T194252Z
UID:3737-1643673600-1646092799@diverseabilityincorporated.org
SUMMARY:2022 Virtual African American Conference on Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:The 2022 African American Conference on Disabilities (AACD) will be held on various days throughout the month of February via Zoom. It is hosted by The Arizona Center for Disability Law and the Arizona Center for African American Resources (AZCAAR)\, the AACD is the only comprehensive conference in the U.S. that addresses the intersection between race and disabilities. \nCLE credit will be available for the sessions noted. CART and ASL Interpretation Services will be available for each session. \nLearn about speakers and how to register for individual sessions at: https://mailchi.mp/azdisabilitylaw.org/aacd-virtual-2022
URL:https://diverseabilityincorporated.org/event/2022-virtual-african-american-conference-on-disabilities/
LOCATION:Zoom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211216T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211216T150000
DTSTAMP:20260512T235214
CREATED:20211109T005856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211208T200900Z
UID:3604-1639663200-1639666800@diverseabilityincorporated.org
SUMMARY:Transition to Work: High School to Employment
DESCRIPTION:Join Arizona APSE for a session on transition services in Arizona and how this promotes successful outcomes for youth moving into the workforce. \nSpecial Guests: Sam Klein\, Lead Special Projects Specialist\, ADE; Vanessa Zuber\, Director of Employment Services\, WorkAbility; and Abel Young\, Statewide Transition Coordinator\, Arizona DES/RSA. \n \n 
URL:https://diverseabilityincorporated.org/event/transition-to-work-high-school-to-employment/
LOCATION:Zoom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211213T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211213T120000
DTSTAMP:20260512T235214
CREATED:20211208T200057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211208T200057Z
UID:3683-1639389600-1639396800@diverseabilityincorporated.org
SUMMARY:Turning 18-Legal Options
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the different legal options available for families of children with disabilities when their child becomes an adult at 18 and how parents can stay involved in decision making with schools\, doctors and other professionals including supported decision making\, power of attorney\, and guardianship. Learn about other considerations such as registering for the selective service and social security.
URL:https://diverseabilityincorporated.org/event/turning-18-legal-options/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Raising Special Kids":MAILTO:info@raisingspecialkids.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211118T140000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211118T150000
DTSTAMP:20260512T235214
CREATED:20211109T005437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211109T005547Z
UID:3599-1637244000-1637247600@diverseabilityincorporated.org
SUMMARY:Employer Engagement Strategies and Tips
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://diverseabilityincorporated.org/event/employer-engagement-strategies-and-tips/
LOCATION:Zoom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210925
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210926
DTSTAMP:20260512T235214
CREATED:20210921T003340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210921T004334Z
UID:3540-1632528000-1632614399@diverseabilityincorporated.org
SUMMARY:2021 Self Advocates Conference
DESCRIPTION:Self Advocacy Solutions is hosting their inaugural Self Advocates Conference. The conference will be free online on Saturday\, September 25\, 2021 from 9 am – 7 pm. \nJoin us for this free online event where we will have presentations and guest speakers talk about issues that are important to people with disabilities in Arizona as well as throughout the nation. \nTopics will include: Supported Decision Making\, Self Advocacy and Determination\, Civic Engagement\, Employment\, Community Living and Relationship Abuse Awareness and Prevention. \nReview full schedule and list of guest speakers at: https://swifamilies.org/sas/saconference/.
URL:https://diverseabilityincorporated.org/event/2021-self-advocates-conference/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210913
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210916
DTSTAMP:20260512T235214
CREATED:20210730T214845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210730T225525Z
UID:3528-1631491200-1631750399@diverseabilityincorporated.org
SUMMARY:Arizona's 2021 IDEA Virtual Conference
DESCRIPTION:Arizona’s 2021 IDEA Virtual Conference\nRenewal: Resilience to Results\nSeptember 13 and 14\, 8:00 a.m.—4:00 p.m. AND September 15\, 8:00 a.m. –12:15 p.m.\n  \nWhat is the IDEA Conference? \nThe virtual conference will feature over 75 professional\, youth\, young adult\, and family learning opportunities addressing legal issues\, special education compliance\, preschool and secondary transition\, social/emotional learning\, and new this year\, a content strand for related service providers. \nWho can attend?\n\nTypically\, 800 people attend the conference. Most participants are educators\, state agency staff\, service providers\, and community members\nwho share a commitment to exceptional special education for students of all ages and the successful transition of students to adult life. \nA limited number of free VIP slots are saved for: \nYouths/young adults aged 14 through 26 with a documented disability\nFamily members of a student with an IEP or 504 plan\nPersonal assistants/mentors who attend with a student or family member \nHow do I apply for FREE registration? \nhttps://bit.ly/IDEA21-scholarship \nParents often ask if the conference is suitable for their child. The conference sessions are education and classroom environments. The sessions run for 75 minutes. Students are inspired by special guest presentations and workshops focused on youth transition requirements and best practices. Most students attend sessions without supervision. Some students attend sessions with a parent or mentor.
URL:https://diverseabilityincorporated.org/event/idea-virtual-conference/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210909T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210909T193000
DTSTAMP:20260512T235214
CREATED:20210323T140412Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210323T140412Z
UID:3424-1631210400-1631215800@diverseabilityincorporated.org
SUMMARY:By and For Youth: Tools and Tips for Young Disability Self-Advocates
DESCRIPTION:If you are between the ages of 14 and 29 and are a person with a disability\, Raising Special Kids and the Arizona Youth Leaders of Diverse Ability Incorporated invite you for an interactive workshop packed with effective tools and tips to If you are between the ages of 14 and 29 and are a person with a disability\, Raising Special Kids and the Arizona Youth Leaders of Diverse Ability Incorporated invite you for an interactive workshop packed with effective tools and tips to kickstart or strengthen your self-advocacy skills. kickstart or strengthen your self-advocacy skills.
URL:https://diverseabilityincorporated.org/event/by-and-for-youth-tools-and-tips-for-young-disability-self-advocates-5/
ORGANIZER;CN="Raising Special Kids":MAILTO:info@raisingspecialkids.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210724T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210724T140000
DTSTAMP:20260512T235214
CREATED:20210708T230109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210708T230109Z
UID:3523-1627117200-1627135200@diverseabilityincorporated.org
SUMMARY:Transition Institute 2021
DESCRIPTION:The Transition Institute is an interactive virtual training day for transition-aged youth and young adults with disabilities and their parents. In addition to learning more about Raising Special Kids and Diverse Ability Incorporated\, the day will include opportunities to: \n\nHear from self-advocates about their experiences\nLearn about how to support your youth or young adult in the transition process (parents)\nLearn about person-centered planning (youth)\nSelect a breakout session topic that is of most interest to you:\n\nVocational rehabilitation\nDivision of Developmental Disabilities\nHigher education\nIndependent Living Centers\n\n\n\nA special thank you to    for sponsoring this event.
URL:https://diverseabilityincorporated.org/event/transition-institute-2021/
ORGANIZER;CN="Ability360":MAILTO:info@ability360.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210710
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210716
DTSTAMP:20260512T235214
CREATED:20210303T210826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210303T210826Z
UID:3392-1625875200-1626393599@diverseabilityincorporated.org
SUMMARY:AZYLF 2021: Western Region
DESCRIPTION:Arizona Youth Leadership Forum (AZYLF) is an innovative\, multi-day conference\, held in multiple regions of Arizona each summer. This year\, AZYLF Regional Conferences will be held online via Zoom\, where Delegates can participate from the safety and comfort of their own homes. All Arizona counties are represented in one of the regions\, and you are asked to apply for the regional conference for the county in which you reside. \nIndividualized accommodations will be celebrated and honored\, and a variety of avenues for self-expression and interaction will be embedded throughout AZYLF. \nYouth who are in high school\, and up through age 29\, who represent the full spectrum of disability and diversity are eligible to participate in AZYLF\, where they will complete a personal discovery curriculum designed to raise self-awareness\, leading to the development of a Person-Centered Plan\, with goals\, steps\, and accountability measures. \nPresentations by disability community leaders\, advocates\, and numerous other role models who have disabilities\, are an integral component of AZYLF. Each presentation highlights an area of impact for youth as they transition to adulthood. \nAZYLF is free of charge\, and is a peer-based\, peer-driven\, and peer-led experience. 100% of AZYLF team members are people who have disabilities\, and approximately 90% of those are youth graduates\, who come back\, to give back!
URL:https://diverseabilityincorporated.org/event/azylf-2021-western-region/
ORGANIZER;CN="Diverse Ability Incorporated":MAILTO:admin@diverseabilityincorporated.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210621
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210628
DTSTAMP:20260512T235214
CREATED:20210303T210618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210303T210904Z
UID:3390-1624233600-1624838399@diverseabilityincorporated.org
SUMMARY:AZYLF 2021: Northeastern Region
DESCRIPTION:Arizona Youth Leadership Forum (AZYLF) is an innovative\, multi-day conference\, held in multiple regions of Arizona each summer. This year\, AZYLF Regional Conferences will be held online via Zoom\, where Delegates can participate from the safety and comfort of their own homes. All Arizona counties are represented in one of the regions\, and you are asked to apply for the regional conference for the county in which you reside. \nIndividualized accommodations will be celebrated and honored\, and a variety of avenues for self-expression and interaction will be embedded throughout AZYLF. \nYouth who are in high school\, and up through age 29\, who represent the full spectrum of disability and diversity are eligible to participate in AZYLF\, where they will complete a personal discovery curriculum designed to raise self-awareness\, leading to the development of a Person-Centered Plan\, with goals\, steps\, and accountability measures. \nPresentations by disability community leaders\, advocates\, and numerous other role models who have disabilities\, are an integral component of AZYLF. Each presentation highlights an area of impact for youth as they transition to adulthood. \nAZYLF is free of charge\, and is a peer-based\, peer-driven\, and peer-led experience. 100% of AZYLF team members are people who have disabilities\, and approximately 90% of those are youth graduates\, who come back\, to give back!
URL:https://diverseabilityincorporated.org/event/azylf-2021-northeastern-region/
ORGANIZER;CN="Diverse Ability Incorporated":MAILTO:admin@diverseabilityincorporated.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210621
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210628
DTSTAMP:20260512T235214
CREATED:20210303T210421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210303T210922Z
UID:3388-1624233600-1624838399@diverseabilityincorporated.org
SUMMARY:AZYLF 2021: Northwestern Region
DESCRIPTION:Arizona Youth Leadership Forum (AZYLF) is an innovative\, multi-day conference\, held in multiple regions of Arizona each summer. This year\, AZYLF Regional Conferences will be held online via Zoom\, where Delegates can participate from the safety and comfort of their own homes. All Arizona counties are represented in one of the regions\, and you are asked to apply for the regional conference for the county in which you reside. \nIndividualized accommodations will be celebrated and honored\, and a variety of avenues for self-expression and interaction will be embedded throughout AZYLF. \nYouth who are in high school\, and up through age 29\, who represent the full spectrum of disability and diversity are eligible to participate in AZYLF\, where they will complete a personal discovery curriculum designed to raise self-awareness\, leading to the development of a Person-Centered Plan\, with goals\, steps\, and accountability measures. \nPresentations by disability community leaders\, advocates\, and numerous other role models who have disabilities\, are an integral component of AZYLF. Each presentation highlights an area of impact for youth as they transition to adulthood. \nAZYLF is free of charge\, and is a peer-based\, peer-driven\, and peer-led experience. 100% of AZYLF team members are people who have disabilities\, and approximately 90% of those are youth graduates\, who come back\, to give back!
URL:https://diverseabilityincorporated.org/event/azylf-2021-northwestern-region/
ORGANIZER;CN="Diverse Ability Incorporated":MAILTO:admin@diverseabilityincorporated.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210614
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210621
DTSTAMP:20260512T235214
CREATED:20210303T210151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210303T210944Z
UID:3386-1623628800-1624233599@diverseabilityincorporated.org
SUMMARY:AZYLF 2021: Southern Region
DESCRIPTION:Arizona Youth Leadership Forum (AZYLF) is an innovative\, multi-day conference\, held in multiple regions of Arizona each summer. This year\, AZYLF Regional Conferences will be held online via Zoom\, where Delegates can participate from the safety and comfort of their own homes. All Arizona counties are represented in one of the regions\, and you are asked to apply for the regional conference for the county in which you reside. \nIndividualized accommodations will be celebrated and honored\, and a variety of avenues for self-expression and interaction will be embedded throughout AZYLF. \nYouth who are in high school\, and up through age 29\, who represent the full spectrum of disability and diversity are eligible to participate in AZYLF\, where they will complete a personal discovery curriculum designed to raise self-awareness\, leading to the development of a Person-Centered Plan\, with goals\, steps\, and accountability measures. \nPresentations by disability community leaders\, advocates\, and numerous other role models who have disabilities\, are an integral component of AZYLF. Each presentation highlights an area of impact for youth as they transition to adulthood. \nAZYLF is free of charge\, and is a peer-based\, peer-driven\, and peer-led experience. 100% of AZYLF team members are people who have disabilities\, and approximately 90% of those are youth graduates\, who come back\, to give back!
URL:https://diverseabilityincorporated.org/event/azylf-2021-southern-region/
ORGANIZER;CN="Diverse Ability Incorporated":MAILTO:admin@diverseabilityincorporated.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210607
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210613
DTSTAMP:20260512T235214
CREATED:20210303T205924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210303T211006Z
UID:3384-1623024000-1623542399@diverseabilityincorporated.org
SUMMARY:AZYLF 2021: Central Region
DESCRIPTION:Arizona Youth Leadership Forum (AZYLF) is an innovative\, multi-day conference\, held in multiple regions of Arizona each summer. This year\, AZYLF Regional Conferences will be held online via Zoom\, where Delegates can participate from the safety and comfort of their own homes. All Arizona counties are represented in one of the regions\, and you are asked to apply for the regional conference for the county in which you reside. \nIndividualized accommodations will be celebrated and honored\, and a variety of avenues for self-expression and interaction will be embedded throughout AZYLF. \nYouth who are in high school\, and up through age 29\, who represent the full spectrum of disability and diversity are eligible to participate in AZYLF\, where they will complete a personal discovery curriculum designed to raise self-awareness\, leading to the development of a Person-Centered Plan\, with goals\, steps\, and accountability measures. \nPresentations by disability community leaders\, advocates\, and numerous other role models who have disabilities\, are an integral component of AZYLF. Each presentation highlights an area of impact for youth as they transition to adulthood. \nAZYLF is free of charge\, and is a peer-based\, peer-driven\, and peer-led experience. 100% of AZYLF team members are people who have disabilities\, and approximately 90% of those are youth graduates\, who come back\, to give back!
URL:https://diverseabilityincorporated.org/event/azylf-2021-central-region/
ORGANIZER;CN="Diverse Ability Incorporated":MAILTO:admin@diverseabilityincorporated.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210522T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210522T143000
DTSTAMP:20260512T235214
CREATED:20210323T140145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210708T144525Z
UID:3422-1621688400-1621693800@diverseabilityincorporated.org
SUMMARY:By and For Youth: Tools and Tips for Young Disability Self-Advocates
DESCRIPTION:If you are between the ages of 14 and 29 and are a person with a disability\, Raising Special Kids and the Arizona Youth Leaders of Diverse Ability Incorporated invite you for an interactive workshop packed with effective tools and tips to If you are between the ages of 14 and 29 and are a person with a disability\, Raising Special Kids and the Arizona Youth Leaders of Diverse Ability Incorporated invite you for an interactive workshop packed with effective tools and tips to kickstart or strengthen your self-advocacy skills. kickstart or strengthen your self-advocacy skills.
URL:https://diverseabilityincorporated.org/event/by-and-for-youth-tools-and-tips-for-young-disability-self-advocates-4/
ORGANIZER;CN="Raising Special Kids":MAILTO:info@raisingspecialkids.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210424T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210424T170000
DTSTAMP:20260512T235214
CREATED:20210409T212416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210409T212617Z
UID:3480-1619254800-1619283600@diverseabilityincorporated.org
SUMMARY:Emerging Me: My Life Matters
DESCRIPTION:Diverse Ability Incorporated in partnership with The Beehive 480 Presents Emerging Me: My Life Matters. \nEmerging Me: My Life Matters is an inclusive\, self-discovery\, and leadership capacity building program for youth\, which assists them in developing and embracing their identity\, leading to enhanced self-advocacy\, and the practice of self-determination. Emerging Me: My Life Matters exemplifies the belief that disability is a diversity to be celebrated\, by equalizing and unifying youth who do and do not have disabilities in a shared process which creates opportunities for learning about and exploring their intersectant diversities\, and common life experiences through engagement in individual and group activities that result in the development of a Self-Advocacy Plan\, using Person Centered Practices and Planning. \nSeries Dates & Times:\nSaturday\, April 24\, 2021 \n9am to 12pm & 2pm to 5pm\nSaturday\, May 1\, 2021 \n9am to 12pm & 2pm to 5pm \n 
URL:https://diverseabilityincorporated.org/event/emerging-me-my-life-matters/
LOCATION:Zoom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Diverse Ability Incorporated":MAILTO:admin@diverseabilityincorporated.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210413T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210415T163000
DTSTAMP:20260512T235214
CREATED:20210303T200115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210303T200115Z
UID:3373-1618318800-1618504200@diverseabilityincorporated.org
SUMMARY:TBI 404 - "It's Not Just Academics" - Cognitive Interventions After B.I
DESCRIPTION:Training for professionals and family on cognitive interventions after brain injury or neuro-impairment. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTBI 404 SESSION IS VALUABLE FOR ANYONE WORKING IN THE SCHOOLS OR WITH YOUR: Counselors\, general education teachers\, SPED teachers\, related service personnel\, administrators\, behavioral health\, school psychologists\, secure care (DOC)\, support staff\, and parents/caregivers. \nThis virtual training will include advanced information on acquired brain injuries and how to utilize an understanding of neurodevelopment AND brain-behavior relationships in order to identify and effectively impact students in the classroom and in the community. Focus will be on neuro-imaging; the impact of early trauma; assessments to identify assets/deficits; appropriate academic strategies targeting executive skills; and the role of problem solving in academic coursework\, STEM fields and transition. The adult education format will be lecture\, dialogue\, and open Q&A time. \nDates are: Tuesday\, April 13th AND Thursday\, April 15th\, 2021. \nTimes: BOTH DAYS are from 1:00pm-4:30pm AZ Time (MST) via GoToMeeting.
URL:https://diverseabilityincorporated.org/event/tbi-404-its-not-just-academics-cognitive-interventions-after-b-i-2/
ORGANIZER;CN="Empowerment Research%2C LLC":MAILTO:info.erllc@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210412T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210419T163000
DTSTAMP:20260512T235214
CREATED:20210303T195849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210303T195903Z
UID:3370-1618232400-1618849800@diverseabilityincorporated.org
SUMMARY:TBI 303 - "Contemporary Issues" - Executive Functioning & Neurodevelopment
DESCRIPTION:Training for professionals and family on impacts to executive functioning & neurodevelopment after brain injury. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTBI 303 IS VALUABLE FOR ANYONE WORKING IN THE SCHOOLS OR WITH YOUR: Counselors\, general education teachers\, SPED teachers\, related service personnel\, administrators\, support staff\, and parents. It is especially valuable for those working with youth in adolescence and young adulthood. \nThe format for these sessions will be short-format lecture with open discussion\, ongoing question and answer sessions throughout\, and include interactive opportunities (virtually) to review relevant assessments and resources. The first two modules will cover information related to Executive Functions. The second two modules will cover information related to neuro-development. \nDates are: Monday\, April 12th AND Monday\, April 19th\, 2021. \nTimes: BOTH DAYS are from 1:00pm-4:30pm AZ Time (Mountain Standard Time) via GoToMeeting.
URL:https://diverseabilityincorporated.org/event/tbi-303-contemporary-issues-executive-functioning-neurodevelopment-2/
ORGANIZER;CN="Empowerment Research%2C LLC":MAILTO:info.erllc@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210407T153000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210428T170000
DTSTAMP:20260512T235214
CREATED:20210303T195537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210303T195641Z
UID:3367-1617809400-1619629200@diverseabilityincorporated.org
SUMMARY:TBI 404 - "It's Not Just Academics" - Cognitive Interventions After B.I
DESCRIPTION:Training for professionals and family on cognitive interventions after brain injury or neuro-impairment. \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTBI 404 SESSION IS VALUABLE FOR ANYONE WORKING IN THE SCHOOLS OR WITH YOUR: Counselors\, general education teachers\, SPED teachers\, related service personnel\, administrators\, behavioral health\, school psychologists\, secure care (DOC)\, support staff\, and parents/caregivers. \nThis virtual training will include advanced information on acquired brain injuries and how to utilize an understanding of neurodevelopment AND brain-behavior relationships in order to identify and effectively impact students in the classroom and in the community. Focus will be on neuro-imaging; the impact of early trauma; assessments to identify assets/deficits; appropriate academic strategies targeting executive skills; and the role of problem solving in academic coursework\, STEM fields and transition. The adult education format will be lecture\, dialogue\, and open Q&A time. \nDates are: (Wednesday’s) – April 7th\, 14th\, 21st\, & 28th 2021. \nTimes: Each session will be from 3:30pm-5:00pm AZ Time (MST) via GoToMeeting.
URL:https://diverseabilityincorporated.org/event/tbi-404-its-not-just-academics-cognitive-interventions-after-b-i/
ORGANIZER;CN="Empowerment Research%2C LLC":MAILTO:info.erllc@gmail.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210329T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210329T190000
DTSTAMP:20260512T235214
CREATED:20210323T142027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210323T142027Z
UID:3426-1617040800-1617044400@diverseabilityincorporated.org
SUMMARY:Arizona Disability Law: Navigating 504’s and IEP for School Children with Sickle Cell
DESCRIPTION:Title: \n\n\nEducational Rights of Students with Special Needs under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. \nSynopsis: \nThis training will provide a brief overview of IDEA and Section 504\, including the evaluation procedures\, Individualized Education Program (IEP) and 504 planning and services. The training will discuss Arizona’s policies and procedures concerning students with chronic health needs within the education environment. \nPresenters: Renaldo Fowler and Amanda  \n\nHosted on Google Meetings\nLink: meet.google.com/hfe-yrnj-zdr\nJoin by Phone: 224-357-7413 (PIN: 808145472)
URL:https://diverseabilityincorporated.org/event/arizona-disability-law-navigating-504s-and-iep-for-school-children-with-sickle-cell/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210325T144500
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210325T160000
DTSTAMP:20260512T235214
CREATED:20210303T200544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210303T200626Z
UID:3375-1616683500-1616688000@diverseabilityincorporated.org
SUMMARY:The Iron is HOT: Using UDL in the Virtual Classroom
DESCRIPTION:It’s undoubtedly important to teach in ways that honor learning differences and to structure lessons that are engaging\, varied\, and appropriately challenging. However\, in this era focused on universal design for all\, it is also critical to explore the underlying habits of mind related to “teaching them all.” This presentation centers on big ideas related to teaching and learning. \nADE/ESS is pleased to present the IDEA Conference in a virtual format. This year’s conference will feature 24 sessions targeted to professionals in the education community and 18 sessions targeted to youth and families throughout the 2020–2021 school year.
URL:https://diverseabilityincorporated.org/event/the-iron-is-hot-using-udl-in-the-virtual-classroom/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210324T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210324T193000
DTSTAMP:20260512T235214
CREATED:20210303T201051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210303T201051Z
UID:3378-1616608800-1616614200@diverseabilityincorporated.org
SUMMARY:By and For Youth: Tools and Tips for Young Disability Self-Advocates
DESCRIPTION:If you are between the ages of 14 and 29 and are a person with a disability\, Raising Special Kids and the Arizona Youth Leaders of Diverse Ability Incorporated invite you for an interactive workshop packed with effective tools and tips to If you are between the ages of 14 and 29 and are a person with a disability\, Raising Special Kids and the Arizona Youth Leaders of Diverse Ability Incorporated invite you for an interactive workshop packed with effective tools and tips to kickstart or strengthen your self-advocacy skills. kickstart or strengthen your self-advocacy skills.
URL:https://diverseabilityincorporated.org/event/by-and-for-youth-tools-and-tips-for-young-disability-self-advocates/
ORGANIZER;CN="Raising Special Kids":MAILTO:info@raisingspecialkids.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210322T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210322T163000
DTSTAMP:20260512T235214
CREATED:20210303T195328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210303T195328Z
UID:3365-1616425200-1616430600@diverseabilityincorporated.org
SUMMARY:TBI 100 - "School of Hard Knocks" Introduction to Concussion
DESCRIPTION:Educational session for professionals and families on returning to life and learning after concussion (mTBI) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe TBI 100 training is designed for professionals working with youth and adults\, parents/caregivers of survivors of brain injury and any interested community members! \nYou will surely learn a lot about mild brain injuries (concussions) and how best to return students to the learning environment (and adults to life) and how to support their continued recovery\, growth\, and development\, in the classroom and in the community. \nAt this LIVE\, INTERACTIVE\, VIRTUAL event\, we will discuss the mechanisms of injury\, current guidelines\, appropriate assessments\, practical interventions\, community resources and prevention strategies (of course!)
URL:https://diverseabilityincorporated.org/event/tbi-100-school-of-hard-knocks-introduction-to-concussion/
ORGANIZER;CN="Empowerment Research%2C LLC":MAILTO:info.erllc@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20210316T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20210316T170000
DTSTAMP:20260512T235214
CREATED:20210303T194259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210303T194259Z
UID:3358-1615910400-1615914000@diverseabilityincorporated.org
SUMMARY:Skills to Pay the Bills: Let’s Explore Enthusiasm and Attitude!
DESCRIPTION:ADE/ESS is pleased to present the IDEA Conference in a virtual format. This year’s conference will feature 24 sessions targeted to professionals in the education community and 18 sessions targeted to youth and families throughout the 2020–2021 school year. \nJoin the Arizona Youth Leaders of Diverse Ability Incorporated for an opportunity to highlight your strengths related to positive attitude and enthusiasm. \n 
URL:https://diverseabilityincorporated.org/event/skills-to-pay-the-bills-lets-explore-enthusiasm-and-attitude/
ORGANIZER;CN="Diverse Ability Incorporated":MAILTO:admin@diverseabilityincorporated.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210309T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210311T163000
DTSTAMP:20260512T235214
CREATED:20210303T195103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210303T195103Z
UID:3362-1615294800-1615480200@diverseabilityincorporated.org
SUMMARY:TBI 303 - "Contemporary Issues" - Executive Functioning & Neurodevelopment
DESCRIPTION:Training for professionals and family on impacts to executive functioning & neurodevelopment after brain injury. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTBI 303 IS VALUABLE FOR ANYONE WORKING IN THE SCHOOLS OR WITH YOUR: Counselors\, general education teachers\, SPED teachers\, related service personnel\, administrators\, support staff\, and parents. It is especially valuable for those working with youth in adolescence and young adulthood.
URL:https://diverseabilityincorporated.org/event/tbi-303-contemporary-issues-executive-functioning-neurodevelopment/
ORGANIZER;CN="Empowerment Research%2C LLC":MAILTO:info.erllc@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210201
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210301
DTSTAMP:20260512T235214
CREATED:20210108T130128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210108T130128Z
UID:2868-1612137600-1614556799@diverseabilityincorporated.org
SUMMARY:2021 African American Conference on Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:AZCAAR and the Arizona Center for Disability Law will again co-host the nation’s largest African American conference on disabilities. The virtual conference will feature 11 workshops scheduled throughout the month of February on a variety of disability topics\, including: education\, mental health\, housing\, and voting. \nStay tuned for registration and link information to sign up for the workshops of your choice. \nFor Info on 2021’s Conference Contact: Renaldo Fowler\, Arizona Center for Disability Law\, rfowler@azdisabilitylaw.org\, 602-274-6287 x 215
URL:https://diverseabilityincorporated.org/event/2021-african-american-conference-on-disabilities/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210119
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210120
DTSTAMP:20260512T235214
CREATED:20210108T125536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210108T130429Z
UID:2865-1611014400-1611100799@diverseabilityincorporated.org
SUMMARY:IDEA Conference: Self-Advocacy: Initiative\, Accountability\, Respect
DESCRIPTION:Join the Arizona Youth Leaders of Diverse Ability Incorporated for an overview of self-advocacy and an opportunity to practice sticking up for yourself and shining out.
URL:https://diverseabilityincorporated.org/event/idea-conference-self-advocacy-initiative-accountability-respect/
ORGANIZER;CN="Diverse Ability Incorporated":MAILTO:admin@diverseabilityincorporated.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210105T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210105T170000
DTSTAMP:20260512T235214
CREATED:20210108T124852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210108T130326Z
UID:2863-1609862400-1609866000@diverseabilityincorporated.org
SUMMARY:IDEA Conference: IEP Training
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the special education process and the Individualized Education Program (IEP). At the conclusion of this presentation\, participants will understand who is required to attend the IEP meeting and the roles of each team member (including parents)\, review the required parts of an IEP\, learn how parents can prepare for and be more effective during the IEP meeting\,  how to track their child’s progress\, and  dis­cover the options available if the IEP team does not agree. \nParticipants must register 48 hours in advance to guarantee needed accommodations.
URL:https://diverseabilityincorporated.org/event/idea-conference-self-advocacy-initiative-accountability-respect-session/
ORGANIZER;CN="Raising Special Kids":MAILTO:info@raisingspecialkids.org
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