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Understanding the Four Elements of Community Inclusion

This presentation explores the four foundational elements of community inclusion: individualized, integrated, local, and the ability to contribute and develop meaningful relationships. Understanding these principles is key to building truly inclusive communities where everyone has the opportunity to participate, grow, and thrive. Participants will gain insight into: Individualized Inclusion: Recognizing and honoring each person's unique […]

Intersectionality in Employment: Supporting BIPOC Individuals with Disabilities

In this comprehensive webinar, we will explore the multifaceted experiences of individuals within BIPOC communities who live with disabilities, focusing on the intersection of race, gender, and disability in the employment process. As an employment specialist or job developer, understanding the complex ways in which these identities intersect is key to providing effective support and […]

Creating an Inclusive Employee Experience in 2025: A Conversation with Kristian Burch, Director of Accessibility Programs at Salesforce

Wise is pleased to host a conversation with Salesforce’s Director of Accessibility, Kristian Burch, about accessibility and inclusive hiring. Kristian will share actionable insights to meet diverse employee needs, streamline accommodations, and drive productivity across your teams. This session will also explore tools like AI and inclusive solutions for workforces supporting employee success. Presenter: Kristian […]

Creating Connections: The Path to Meaningful Community Inclusion

This session will go over community inclusion services and strategies to provide quality service. Kayla Wilson will share strategies for diving deep into an individual’s skills, gifts and interests and how to use this as a guiding source for an individual's community inclusion services. Kayla will share ways to connect individuals to their communities and […]

How to Navigate Employment Accommodations for Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

This webinar will focus on practical strategies for supporting employees with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and mental health needs. You will learn how to negotiate accommodations, handle disclosures, manage disclosure of mental health challenges, and adapt to changing accommodation needs due to unpredictable mental health crises. We'll also discuss types of resources and support […]

Self-Advocacy in Consumer Matters

This presentation will discuss major financial transactions that young adults with disabilities will eventually be faced with. Those with disabilities are most vulnerable to exploitation, and abuse in conducting financial transactions. Because of that, this presentation will address ways to advocate for us to make empowered financial decisions and fight for what we deserve. Presenter: […]

Bad Bananas & Beyond: Creative Tools for Employment Success

This webinar revisits a 2018 Wise webinar session, Bad Bananas, with a fresh 2.0 twist—bringing new insights and engaging storytelling to the world of creative workplace supports. Presenter Emily Harris will showcase how simple (and fun!) it can be to develop customized on-the-job tools that foster independence and success. Through real-life examples, she’ll demonstrate how […]

Painting the Picture of Progress: Case Notes that Showcase Your Effort and Customer Growth

Join us for the "Painting the Picture of Progress" webinar, where Dan Rutten, Senior Training and Development Manager at Wise, will guide you through best practices for writing impactful case notes. Learn how to effectively document customer growth, connect notes to goals, and showcase your efforts. This session will provide practical tips and strategies to […]

The Cultural Lens of Neurodiversity: The Shift from Diagnosis to Culture

Historically disability has been labeled a medical circumstance, but as communities grow many disability groups are reclaiming their identity as a culture. Jillian will share how to understand neurodiversity from a cultural lens, cultural points of neurodiversity, and language to support neurodiversity effectively. Presenter: Jillian Nelson Jillian Nelson is a Queer autistic adult from Saint […]

Empowered Employment: Building Equity and Person-Centered Partnerships

This session will empower job coaches and job developers to support people in obtaining more equitable and person-centered employment opportunities for people with IDD. Using the Equity in Recruitment, Hiring, and Onboarding model, participants will explore how to align job searches with each person’s strengths, interests, and goals. The session will cover strategies for accessible […]