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 […]
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, […]
Wise is pleased to host a conversation with Bryce Johnson, Inclusive Lead at Microsoft and co-inventor of the Xbox Adaptive Controller, about Microsoft's "one-size-fits-one" philosophy is shaping the future of […]
This presentation will explore the transformative potential of AI tools like ChatGPT and Copilot and other assistive technologies in enhancing the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities. We will demonstrate […]
Join us for a powerful and personal session with John, a seasoned professional with over 20 years of experience in intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) policy and systems change. In […]
The use of affirming pronouns has become a highly politicized topic within our cultural zeitgeist. Although the news media may portray pronouns as complex and scary – they are actually […]
This session will explore the following Washington State DDA policies and guidelines; Policy 5.06: Client Rights, Policy 5.14 Positive Behavior Supports, Community Inclusion Service Plans, and County Guidelines. Each of […]
This session will explore the following Washington State DDA policies and guidelines; policy 15.03 State Community Protection, policy 6.08 Mandated Reporting, and Employment Service Plans. Each of these will be […]
We will explore the term intersectionality and how power and privilege define how we honor and validate another intersectionality. Focusing on varied lived experiences, we will outline approaches that help […]
Ryan has spent his professional career in the Supported Employment field when he began as a job coach in 2011. He has worked the last 6+ years in the corporate […]