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  • How to Read the IEP

    Zoom

    This training helps participants understand how to read and understand the IEP document and the importance of careful review before signing.   You must register in advance for this training: Registration Link

  • 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 […]

  • Section 504 and Public Schools: Creating Access, Removing Barriers

    Zoom

    Section 504 is an important antidiscrimination disability civil rights law. This webinar focuses on how this law is implemented in schools, how to ensure schools develop a 504 plan for eligible students that meets the purpose and intent of the law, that it is individualized to provide equal access to educational opportunity, and what to […]

  • 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 […]

  • Seccion 504 y las Escuelas Publicas: Creando Aceso, Removiendo Barreras

    Zoom

    La Sección 504 es una importante ley de derechos civiles contra la discriminación por discapacidad. Este seminario web se centra en cómo se aplica esta ley en las escuelas, cómo asegurarse de que se individualiza y se aplica y qué hacer si surgen problemas.   Debe registrarse con anticipación para esta capacitación: Enlace de registro

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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, […]

  • Services and Supports for CARE Court Respondents Part II

    Zoom

    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? Join a […]

  • Transición de Adultos: El Gran Salto

    Zoom

    Este seminario web se centra en el apoyo a los jóvenes con discapacidades y en cómo colaborar con ellos y ayudarles a desarrollar un plan para la vida después del […]

  • Celebrate 504 Protest Anniversary

    Zoom

    Please join your fellow disability advocates from the DO Network for a webinar celebrating the 48th Anniversary of the Section 504 Protest. In this current time of uncertain change, this […]

  • Graphic on a brightly colored background shows candles on a laptop. Text reads “Tune in: Watch the 24-hour Medicaid vigil livestream, begins 5/7 @1pm and ends 5/8 @1pm.”

    Medicaid Vigil

    Right now, Congress is pushing forward with a plan to cut nearly a trillion dollars from Medicaid. We won't let that happen.   Medicaid is not a line item in […]

  • Keys to Community Rally in D.C.

    Upper Senate Park 200 New Jersey Ave NW, Washington DC, United States

      This powerful, family-friendly rally kicks off ADAPT’s new Keys to Community Living campaign for disability justice and community integration. Joining ADAPT will be The National Council on Independent Living, […]

  • 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 […]

  • Proposed Medicaid Cuts – Town Hall and Live Q&A

    Zoom

    Last week saw the long-dreaded release of the House GOP’s proposed Medicaid cuts, raising alarms and critical questions from many in California and across the country. Join us as we break down what’s going on, what Congress is considering, and why Medicaid cannot be undermined. Then, we’ll have a live Q&A to get your questions […]

  • Stop Cuts to Medicaid – Funeral Procession to Cong. Valadao’s Office

    Teamsters Local 87 2531 G Street, Bakersfield, CA, United States

    The Republican led Congress is rushing to pass a budget with almost $800 Billion Dollars in devastating cuts to Medicaid. This will impact 15 million Californians who rely on Medical / Medicaid for their healthcare, including children and people with disabilities! And they're making the cuts to give huge tax breaks to millionaires and billionaires. […]

  • Stop Cuts to Medicaid – Funeral Procession to Cong. Kim’s Office

    Sycamore Park 8268 E Monte Vista Rd, Anaheim, CA, United States

    The Republican led Congress is rushing to pass a budget with almost $800 Billion Dollars in devastating cuts to Medicaid. This will impact 15 million Californians who rely on Medical / Medicaid for their healthcare, including children and people with disabilities! And they're making the cuts to give huge tax breaks to millionaires and billionaires. […]

  • Keep The Promise Rally

    California State Capitol 1315 10th Street, Sacramento, CA, United States

    Lanterman Coalition Members and partner organizations throughout California who provide services and supports to Californians with developmental disabilities will join together at the State Capitol to host the state’s largest rally against threats of massive federal and state funding cuts to Medicaid and other programs like Medi-Cal, In-Home Support Services, the Self-Determination Program and other […]

  • Educacion 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

  • What’s Really at Stake? What Does Medicaid Have to Do with Supporting People with Developmental Disabilities?

    Zoom

    Have you been wondering how proposed changes to Medicaid could affect our community—especially people with developmental disabilities? You’re not alone. ARCA is hosting a webinar for regional center staff, advocates, families, and providers to help break down how these policies could impact California’s developmental services and the lives of people with developmental disabilities.   Presenter: […]

  • Disability Community Fights Back: Defending Students

    Zoom

    The current Administration is hurting our communities every day. This community briefing will explain how the Administration is hurting students and what you can do about it. We will review:   - What the Department of Education is and why it matters - What funding and staff cuts have happened so far -- and the […]

  • Healing for Us, By Us: A Celebration of Queer/Disabled Joy

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

      Join a celebration at a family-focused event designed to foster a deep sense of community, connection, and appreciation for our unique individualities. Please note: Masks are required at all times during the event to help ensure accessibility and safety for all attendees.   Throughout this enriching experience, a variety of grounding and meditation sessions […]

  • Defend Medi-Cal, IHSS, and Childcare: Take Action Against Harmful Budget Cuts!

    California State Capitol 1315 10th Street, Sacramento, CA, United States

    Governor Newsom is copying Trump and proposing serious budget cuts that hurt immigrants, people with disabilities, seniors, families, and all of us. He and state legislators need to tax wealthy corporations instead!   Please join us in Sacramento. Transportation, interpretation, food will be provided. You must register in advance for this event: bit.ly/BudgetRally2025

  • Solving Problems in Special Education

    Zoom

    This webinar focuses on what to do when problems arise for students with IEPs, how parents can address them in partnership with schools as early as possible, and what their options are if that process breaks down. You will learn about challenging evaluations, addressing discrimination, alternative dispute resolution, mediation, hearings, state and local compliance complaints, […]

  • Disability Community Fights Back: Defending Section 504

    Zoom

    The Department of Energy has published several "direct final rules" that would gut Section 504 and other civil rights laws. Join us to learn how to write and submit comments online to the federal government before June 16, 2025, to oppose these harmful proposals.   Speakers: -Claudia Center (she/her), Legal Director, Disability Rights Education & […]

  • Accessible Futures: Sharing. Listening. Learning.

    Bay Area Metro Center 375 Beale Street, San Francisco, CA, United States

    Join CIL and Bay Area cross-disability communities in attending this summer's Accessible Futures Conference in San Francisco, June 16th and 17th!   A disability-led community conversation on housing, transportation, the environment and more.   Save the Dates!   June 16, 2025 - 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. June 17, 2025 - 8 a.m. – 4 […]

  • CDLA Day: California Disability Leadership Alliance

    California State Capitol 1315 10th Street, Sacramento, CA, United States

    Bring your spirit! Bring your voice!   Join the California Disability Leadership Alliance for a new gathering and a new day in disability rights, the First Annual CDLA Day! Event will include live performances by disabled artists, speakers from across California's disability movement communities, information booths and more.   Questions or Accommodations needed? Email CADLAlliance@gmail.com. […]

  • Como Leer el Documento IEP

    Zoom

    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.   Debe registrarse con anticipación para […]

  • Federal Law: How It’s Made, Where to Find it, How to Understand It & How to Cite It

    Zoom

    The Second Trump Administration has been engaged in a large number of executive actions, many of which are generating lawsuits. The Administration is also making legislative recommendations, including proposed rescission actions. The scale and nature of these developments are raising many novel legal questions. Against this backdrop, it is important to be able to find, […]