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  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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: […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • Objetivos/Metas SMART del IEP

    Zoom

    La educación especial se proporciona a los estudiantes en su entorno menos restrictivo a través de la identificación de cuáles son sus desafíos, y la creación de objetivos SMART que […]

  • Encampment Response Legal Clinic

    Gilroy Veterans Hall 74 W 6th St, Gilroy, CA, 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 & […]

  • 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, […]

  • 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 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • 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 […]

  • Know Your Rights in the IEP Process

    Zoom

    Come with us as we begin to dig into the Procedural Safeguards--a.k.a. parents' rights--and explore the tools parents, families, and even students can use when things begin to go sideways. […]

  • Conozca sus derechos en el proceso del IEP

    Zoom

    Acompáñenos a conocer más a fondo las garantías procesales, también conocidas como derechos de los padres, y exploraremos las herramientas que los padres, las familias e incluso los estudiantes pueden […]

  • Collaborative Agency Meet & Greet: Dunsmuir

    Dunsmuir Community Resource Center 5844 Dunsmuir Ave., Dunsmuir, CA, United States

    Download the flyer (PDF)   *All are welcome! Light refreshments will be provided.*   Come join us to:   - Learn about supports and services - Connect with professionals and […]

  • Connecting Communities: A Disability Services Meet & Greet: Weaverville

    Human Response Network 111 Mountain View St., Weaverville, CA, United States

    *All are welcome! Light refreshments will be provided.*   Come join us to:   -Learn about supports and services -Connect with professionals and families -Access resources for advocacy & education […]

  • Author Talk with Scot Danforth

    Berkeley Central Library 2090 Kittredge Street, Berkeley, CA, United States

    Join us for a talk by Chapman University Professor Scot Danforth on his new book An Independent Man: Ed Roberts and the Fight for Disability Rights. Presented in partnership with […]

  • Know Your Rights! / ¡Conoce Tus Derechos!

    1470 Fruitvale Ave Oakland, CA, United States

    About the Webinar   Join us for Part 3 of the Know Your Rights! Webinar Series—an empowering session designed to help community members better understand their rights and the resources […]

  • Legal Rights & Self-Advocacy in Reproductive Care

    Zoom

    Are you a person with a disability in LA County? Are you interested in learning more about your disability rights and self advocacy strategies when you go to the doctor? […]

  • Part 5 of 10: The Importance of IEP Goals

    Zoom

    Join us as we introduce the annual goals of the Individualized Education Program (IEP), the accountability mechanism that provides access to education and ensures students receive free appropriate public education […]

  • Parte 5 de 10: La importancia de los objetivos del IEP

    Zoom

    Acompáñenos mientras presentamos los objetivos anuales del Programa de Educación Individualizada (IEP), el mecanismo de rendición de cuentas que brinda acceso a la educación y garantiza que los estudiantes reciban […]

  • Ed Roberts Day: Book Reading of An Independent Man

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

    Join us for a special Ed Roberts Day event celebrating the legacy of Ed Roberts and the disability rights movement through a community book reading of An Independent Man. An Independent Man tells […]

  • Part 6 of 10: Writing SMART Goals in the IEP

    Zoom

    Join us as we go over the legal standards for goals, the formula for writing SMART Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals, and everything from the baseline to short-term objectives to […]

  • Parte 6 de 10: Creando Objetivos SMART para el documento IEP

    Zoom

    Acompáñenos mientras repasamos los estándares legales de los objetivos, la fórmula para crear objetivos SMART del Programa Educativo Individualizado (IEP) y todo relacionado con los objetivos, desde los puntos de […]

  • Life After Documentary: Screening & Panel

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

    Life After screening by DREDF and CIL, followed by a panel with Reid Davenport, Anita Cameron & Michael Bien.   Join the Disability Rights Education & Defense Fund (DREDF) and […]

  • 2026 Joint County Transition Conference and Resource Fair

    Chabot College 25555 Hesperian Boulevard, Hayward, CA, United States

    You are invited to the Joint County Transition Conference and Resource Fair, brought to you by the Alameda County Developmental Disabilities Council, the Developmental Disabilities Council of Contra Costa County, and […]

  • 19th Annual West County Special Education Community Resource and Transition Fair / 19ª Feria anual de recursos comunitarios y transición para la educación especial del condado de West County

    Vista Hills Education Center / Vista Hills Centro de Educación 2625 Barnard St., Richmond, CA, United States

    Start planning for your transition from school services to adult services:   -Find new resources in our community! -Community agencies providing great information! -Enjoy music & other entertainment! -Free door […]

  • Your Voice Matters: Special Education Basics [Cantonese]

    Zoom

    Presented in Cantonese.   When your child faces difficulties at school, you want to know what support the school can offer. Special education is one way schools provide support to eligible students. This can be a confusing and complex process, but as a parent, your involvement is essential. This workshop provides Cantonese-speaking families with practical […]

  • Valley Mountain Regional Center Transition Fair / Feria de Transición

    Turner Park 287 Treat Ave., San Andreas, CA, United States

    Curious about your next step? Join us for a day full of learning and fun!   At the fair you will learn about: -Vocational and Employment Support -Day Programs -Community Resources -ILS/SLS   *Snacks and water provided to students. *There will be raffle prizes and music.   Join Us!   //   ¿Te interesa saber […]

  • Part 9 of 10: Navigating Behaviors and Discipline at School

    Zoom

    Join DREDF’s advocates as we walk through the requirements in federal and state special education law regarding behaviors at school. What must a school do, and how can a 504 plan or IEP address behaviors? When behaviors rise to the level of discipline, how must schools respond, and what steps can parents take? We’ll discuss […]

  • Parte 9 de 10: Navegando Comportamientos y disciplina en la escuela

    Zoom

    Únase a los defensores de DREDF para repasar los requisitos de la legislación federal y estatal sobre educación especial en lo que se refiere al comportamiento en la escuela. ¿Qué debe hacer una escuela y cómo puede un plan 504 o un IEP abordar los problemas de comportamiento? Cuando el comportamiento alcanza un nivel que […]

  • California Disability Leadership Alliance: Day of Action at the Capitol

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

    The California Disability Leadership Alliance is excited to announce our 2nd annual CDLA Day of Action at the Capitol. Join us on the California Capitol West Steps to rally for our rights and services and celebrate disability culture and pride. Nothing about us, without us!   Event will feature a resource fair, rally and program. Participants will […]

  • Part 10 of 10: What Comes Next? Transition for High School Students with Disabilities

    Zoom

    Transition to adulthood is full of uncertainty, but the IDEA, Section 504, and the ADA, plus available resources, help ensure our high school students begin preparing for a thriving and successful life after high school, no matter what that looks like. Parents and students alike can join DREDF’s advocates for this webinar as we walk […]

  • Federal Retreat, California Resolve: Emotional Support Animals After HUD’s Policy Reversal

    Zoom

    When HUD's May 22, 2026 memo ended federal fair housing enforcement for disabled people with emotional support animals, it changed the agency's posture—not the law. This webinar breaks down what the memo does and does not do, then focuses on the protections that remain strong for disabled Californians. We'll also share practical tips for advocates […]