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Panel Discussion and Screening of PBS’ Change Not Charity: The Americans with Disabilities Act

Capitol Visitor Center Auditorium 1st St SE, Washington, DC, DC, United States

We will be screening the PBS short documentary Change Not Charity: The Americans with Disabilities Act. Following the film, Judy Woodruff will moderate a panel discussion featuring legislators who helped shape and pass the ADA, as well as those who participated in the making of the documentary. Panelists will reflect on progress made, strategies, the determined […]

Encampment Response Legal Clinic

Roosevelt Community Center 910 E. Santa Clara Street, San Jose, United States

Have you been approached by police while experiencing homelessness? Come to: Encampment Response Legal Clinics. Know your rights!   Talk to a lawyer for free.   - Ask to lower fines and fees - Dispute infractions and citations - Reconnect with public defender   No police will be present. No appointment needed.   - Help […]

ADA35 National March & Rally

Grand Hyatt Washington 1000 H St NW, Washington, DC, DC, United States

The National Council on Independent Living (NCIL) and our partners at the American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD) invite YOU to join us for the 2025 National March & Rally in the heart of Washington, DC!   The theme for the 2025 March and Rally is Our Lives, Our Homes, Our Communities. Together, we […]

2025 Summer Institute on Neurodevelopmental Disabilities

Sacramento Scottish Rite 6151 H Street, Sacramento, CA, United States

Bridging Science and Real Lives: Research, Practice, and Advocacy in Neurodevelopmental Disabilities   This event is ideal for professionals, researchers, individuals with disabilities, family members, disability advocates, policymakers, community members, and students/trainees.   Keynote on Cutting-Edge Research Hear UC Davis MIND Institute experts share research findings, including intervention approaches for fragile X syndrome, intervention for […]

IEP Basics and Beyond

Zoom

If a child has a disability or suspected disability, important state and federal laws protect their right to an education. Learn how the IEP/special education process works, what the school district/charter school responsibilities and timelines are, and how to participate in the process effectively, and advocate on behalf of your child or the children you […]

What is Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act? And How Can We Defend it?

Zoom

Section 503 is part of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Section 503 requires businesses that have contracts with the federal government to "take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities." Section 503 regulations require that businesses with federal contractors use voluntary surveys to track their progress in hiring and employing […]

Educación Especial para Estudiantes Discapacidades: Lo Esencial

Zoom

Esta capacitación básica es para padres y profesionales en cómo abogar por un estudiante con discapacidades, sospechada de discapacidad o desafíos educativos. Platicaremos de evaluaciones, metas, servicios, colocación y destrezas de abogacía.   Debe registrarse con anticipación para esta capacitación: Enlace de registro

Holding Court: Expanding Disability Rights and Defending the ADA 35 Years Later

Zoom

Alliance for Justice is inviting you to join us on for Holding Court: Expanding Disability Rights and Defending the ADA 35 Years Later. This virtual conversation will feature Erin Prangley, Director of Public Policy at The National Association of Councils on Developmental Disabilities and Jennifer Mathis, Deputy Director of the Bazelon Center for Mental Health […]

Introducing the IDEA and Other Laws in Special Education

Zoom

This webinar will be Part 1 of the Special Education Academy, a new 10-part series running monthly through June 2026. The series will lead parents, families, and students through the main principles and parts of the special education process from understanding the IDEA, California Education Code, and other laws through putting together the Offer of FAPE, […]

Celebrating Resistance 2025: DREDF’s 46th Anniversary Event

Ed Roberts Campus 3075 Adeline Street, Berkeley, CA, United States

  Celebrating Resistance DREDF’s 46th Anniversary Event Action, Advocacy, and Community   Thursday, September 11, 2025 Doors Open: 5:00 pm PDT Program: 6:00 pm – 7:45 pm PDT   This event will also be livestreamed via Zoom, and a link will be sent out by September 8th.   Come join us for an evening of […]