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Disability, Race & Equity: Exploring Intersectionality, Advancing Justice

Santa Clara County Office of Education 1290 Ridder Park Dr, San Jose, CA, United States

Around 144,000 residents of Santa Clara County have a disability. The disability community experiences a number of poorer outcomes compared to the general population. People with disabilities are twice as likely to live in poverty, with 27% living at poverty level. Up to 85% of youth in juvenile detention facilities have a disability, yet only 37% […]

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 […]

Cómo Leer el IEP: Entendiendo un documento legal importante

Osher Boardroom 3075 Adeline St, Berekeley, United States

Es importante saber lo que "ofrece" un programa educativo individualizado a un estudiante con discapacidades.   En este taller hablaremos cómo entender que el IEP este correcto, completo, apropiado, cumpla con la ley, y sea portátil.   También hablaremos de los niveles actuales de rendimiento, desempeño educativo, metas y objetivos anuales.   Por favor de enviar un […]

Maximizing Participation of the Entire IEP Team for Better Student Outcomes – A Two-Part Series

Zoom

Maximizing the participation of the entire IEP team is essential for creating an effective and individualized educational program. By valuing and integrating the perspectives and expertise of all team members, the IEP process becomes more inclusive, responsive, and successful in meeting the unique needs of each student. In this two-part webinar series, Melanie Reese, Director […]

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 […]

Sexual and Reproductive Telehealth Access for People with Disabilities

Zoom

Panelists will discuss the different types of barriers that disabled people face when trying to access sexual and reproductive health care, how telehealth may offer an innovative way to bridge gaps, and actions to enhance access.   You must register in advance for this training: Registration Link

Unlocking Potential: Social Housing as a Catalyst for Accessible, Affordable Living

Zoom

Join the Community Living Policy Center and Disability Rights Education and Defense Fund (DREDF)'s Mary Lou Breslin, Hanneke van Deursen, and Morgan Tweed for this exciting and timely webinar exploring the burgeoning movement for social housing in the United States and the untapped opportunities it presents to increase permanent, affordable, accessible housing for disabled renters. […]

Readily Accessible Lawyering for CARE Court Respondents

Zoom

Join Claudia Center and Kavya Parthiban from Disability Rights Education & Defense Fund (DREDF) for a one-hour training on readily accessible lawyering for counsel representing CARE Court respondents. This session will cover practical tools to support effective communication and autonomy for people with psychiatric disabilities going through the CARE court process. Participants will receive training […]

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 […]

Educación Especial para Estudiantes con Discapacidades: Lo Esencial

DREDF Office at the Ed Roberts Campus 3075 Adeline Street, Suite 210, Berkeley, CA, United States

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 […]

Supporting Young Children with Disabilities

Zoom

Children ages 3 through early elementary school often require special education support in order to learn and make progress at school in their least restrictive environment. This webinar focuses on […]

Revolutionary Love Day

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

Revolutionary love takes many forms, from intimate love to community care to movements for self-determination.   Join CIL and DREDF for an evening centering revolutionary love, including:   - A […]

Apoyo a Niños Pequeños con Discapacidad

Zoom

Los niños de 3 años hasta principios de la escuela primaria a menudo requieren apoyo de educación especial con el fin de aprender y progresar en la escuela en su […]

Legal Advocacy for Unhoused People with Disabilities

Zoom

DREDF recently released a new legal toolkit, Legal Advocacy for Unhoused People with Disabilities: Toolkit to Challenge California Laws Criminalizing Homelessness. This toolkit is for attorneys and legal advocates bringing affirmative litigation on behalf of unhoused people with disabilities. Join us for a webinar that reviews the key aspects of the toolkit, including how to […]

ABC’s of Grassroots Organizing Zoom Training

Zoom

  Join the Campaign!   This Zoom training is being held by National ADAPT.   Training Structure: Combination of formal presentation and real-life examples of implementation. Sign Language interpretation will be provided. You must register in advance for this training: Registration Link   CONTACT/ RSVP   Dillon Warren: (620) 605-8045 dillonw@skilonline.com   Mike Oxford: (785) […]

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 […]

History Film Forum presents “Change, Not Charity”

Smithsonian National Museum of American History 1300 Constitution Ave, NW Washington, DC, United States

Change, Not Charity: The Americans with Disabilities Act tells the emotional and dramatic story of the decades-long push for equality and accessibility that culminated in the passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in 1990. While curb cuts, ramps at building entrances, and braille on elevator buttons seem commonplace today, they were once the subject […]

2025 Transition Conference & Resource Fair | Conferencia de Transición y Feria de Recursos 2025

Diablo Valley College 321 Golf Club Road, Pleasant Hill, CA, United States

You are invited to attend the 2025 Transition Conference & Resource Fair, designed for students and adults with disabilities, their families, and their circle of support. Presentations and Resources will be centered on Alameda and Contra Costa Counties. This is an opportunity to learn about transitioning to adult services and building independence.   -Educational Workshops: […]

Benefits Over Billionaires Bakersfield (CA-22)

Martin Luther King Community Center (Gymnasium) 1000 S Owens St, Bakersfield, CA, United States

On March 23rd, Representative Ro Khanna is hosting a series of town halls with Protect Our Care and other progressive partners across three California Congressional districts held by Republicans that we must win in 2026 to secure the House Majority and make President Trump a lame duck President. He wants to hear from people directly […]

Services and Supports for Care Court Respondents

The CARE Court model promises streamlined service delivery to respondents, but what services are actually available in the real world? What services are effective for CARE Court respondents? How can counsel ensure that CARE Court respondents -- who have been repeatedly failed by existing systems -- actually receive effective services and exit the CARE Court […]

Watch Party | Change, not Charity: The Americans with Disabilities Act

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

The Disability Rights Education and Defense Fund (DREDF) and the Center for Independent Living (CIL) invite you to a special screening and discussion of Change, Not Charity: The Americans with Disabilities Act.   Change, Not Charity tells the powerful story of the decades-long push for disability rights that led to the passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act […]

Improving Access to Abortion for People with Disabilities: Lessons from the Disability and Abortion Access Survey

Zoom

Jillian MacLeod, DREDF's Legal Fellow will be presenting alongside Amanda Spriggs Reid from Women Enabled International in a webinar hosted by Disability Rights New York about improving access to abortion for people with disabilities.   People with disabilities in the United States have historically been and continue to be denied their right to make their own […]

Adult Transition: The Big Leap

Zoom

This webinar focuses on supporting disabled youth, and how to partner with and support them to develop a plan for life after high school that is individualized to their goals, interests and priorities. All are welcome to attend, but youth aged 13-22 are especially encouraged to attend.   You must register in advance for this […]