2023-2024 Wise Webinar Series

Bridging Communication Gaps: Language Access in the DD Community

For those who belong to linguistic and cultural minority groups, language access plays a fundamental role in ensuring the ability to communicate effectively and access support services in their preferred language. Accessing language support is a critical factor in a person’s overall well-being. Anthony will discuss the importance of language access in historically excluded and underserved communities and strategies to support them.

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Presenter: Anthony Contreras-Sanchez

Anthony Contreras-Sanchez first began supporting people with disabilities in 2013. He has spent time working in supported employment, housing, and local program management over that time. Anthony believes that everyone should have the opportunity to benefit from meaningful, integrated employment, while also contributing to their community. His strengths in planning and executing services help him serve as a go-to in his local community when planning services. Anthony was born and raised in Pasco, WA and continues to help the region grow opportunities for individuals with I/DD. In his free time, Anthony enjoys traveling with his husband, spending time with family, attempting to cook, spending time outdoors, and playing Pokémon.