BEGIN:VCALENDAR
VERSION:2.0
PRODID:-//DREDF - ECPv6.15.17.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN
CALSCALE:GREGORIAN
METHOD:PUBLISH
X-WR-CALNAME:DREDF
X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://dredf.org
X-WR-CALDESC:Events for DREDF
REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H
X-Robots-Tag:noindex
X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:America/Los_Angeles
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0800
TZOFFSETTO:-0700
TZNAME:PDT
DTSTART:20240310T100000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0700
TZOFFSETTO:-0800
TZNAME:PST
DTSTART:20241103T090000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0800
TZOFFSETTO:-0700
TZNAME:PDT
DTSTART:20250309T100000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0700
TZOFFSETTO:-0800
TZNAME:PST
DTSTART:20251102T090000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0800
TZOFFSETTO:-0700
TZNAME:PDT
DTSTART:20260308T100000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0700
TZOFFSETTO:-0800
TZNAME:PST
DTSTART:20261101T090000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VTIMEZONE
TZID:America/New_York
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20240310T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20241103T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20250309T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20251102T060000
END:STANDARD
BEGIN:DAYLIGHT
TZOFFSETFROM:-0500
TZOFFSETTO:-0400
TZNAME:EDT
DTSTART:20260308T070000
END:DAYLIGHT
BEGIN:STANDARD
TZOFFSETFROM:-0400
TZOFFSETTO:-0500
TZNAME:EST
DTSTART:20261101T060000
END:STANDARD
END:VTIMEZONE
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251112T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251112T204500
DTSTAMP:20260403T112122
CREATED:20251103T173226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T173226Z
UID:30588-1762974000-1762980300@dredf.org
SUMMARY:Parte 3 de 10: Evaluaciones de Educación Especial: Por qué se evalúa a los estudiantes con discapacidad
DESCRIPTION:Ahora que conocemos los conceptos básicos de la Ley de Educación para Personas con Discapacidades (IDEA) y los derechos de los padres en el proceso\, ¿cómo empezamos? ¿Cuál es el primer paso para que un estudiante obtenga un Programa de Educación Individualizado (IEP) y cuáles son las partes del proceso? Acompáñenos a explorar las evaluaciones y descubra por qué es tan importante comprenderlas. Este seminario web incluirá estrategias de defensa que las familias pueden aplicar de inmediato para apoyar a sus estudiantes y colaborar con los miembros del equipo del IEP o del equipo 504. \n  \nDebe registrarse con anticipación para esta capacitación: Enlace de registro
URL:https://dredf.org/event/parte-3-de-10-evaluaciones-de-educacion-especial-por-que-se-evalua-a-los-estudiantes-con-discapacidad/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="DREDF Parent Training and Information Center":MAILTO:iephelp@dredf.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251110T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251110T204500
DTSTAMP:20260403T112122
CREATED:20250902T182334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T194302Z
UID:30420-1762801200-1762807500@dredf.org
SUMMARY:Part 3 of 10: Special Education Evaluations: Why and How We Evaluate Students with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:Now that we know the basics of the IDEA and parent rights in the process\, how do we begin? What is the first step to take to get a student an IEP\, and what are the parts of the process? Come explore evaluations with us and learn why they are so important to understand. This webinar will include advocacy strategies that families can use immediately to support their students and engage with the IEP team or 504 team members. \n  \nPlease note the webinar will be recorded. \n  \nYou must register in advance for this training: Registration Link
URL:https://dredf.org/event/special-education-evaluations-why-and-how-we-evaluate-students-with-disabilities/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="DREDF Parent Training and Information Center":MAILTO:iephelp@dredf.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251104T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251104T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112122
CREATED:20251030T180906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T180906Z
UID:30578-1762261200-1762264800@dredf.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Town Hall to Protect Children with Disabilities & Protect IDEA
DESCRIPTION:In light of recent events in the U.S. Department of Education and actions that threaten the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and the rights of more than 8 million children with disabilities\, we invite you to join a grassroots virtual Town Hall for parents\, teachers\, and advocates for children with disabilities. \n  \nSpeakers will share insights about recent events and discuss actions you can take. \n  \nTogether we will use our collective voice to compel the Administration to protect children with disabilities and urge Congress to help protect the IDEA\, whose sole purpose is to ensure equitable access and opportunity to education for every child with a disability. \n  \nWe look forward to connecting with you! You must register in advance for this event: Registration Link
URL:https://dredf.org/event/virtual-town-hall-to-protect-children-with-disabilities-protect-idea/
LOCATION:Zoom
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251025T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251025T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112122
CREATED:20251014T225944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T191543Z
UID:30542-1761382800-1761408000@dredf.org
SUMMARY:Building Bridges: Advancing Supported Decision-Making in Diverse Communities
DESCRIPTION:California State University East Bay is hosting a FREE conference on Supported Decision Making in Oakland at Laney College on October 25th! The state of California granted formal recognition to SDM in September 2022 with the passage of AB 1663\, Probate Conservatorship Reform and Supported Decision-Making Act. This law changed the landscape for adults with disabilities and adults with mental health challenges. The law allows these groups to choose who can support them when making decisions in their life in relation to: education\, healthcare\, law and finances. CSUEB received a grant that is funding a statewide conference that will go into greater detail on this topic. We are inviting current professionals\, students\, healthcare professionals\, therapists\, social workers\, finance and legal professionals to join us. \n  \nWhat is Supported Decision Making? A new law that gives adults with disabilities choices with who will support them. More information on SDM is here\, and please attend the Conference!! \n  \nThe Building Bridges: Advancing Supported Decision-Making (SDM) in Diverse Communities conference aims to address SDM for professionals in California in: \n  \n-Education \n-Healthcare \n-Speech pathology \n-Social work\, social services\, and behavioral health \n-Law \n-Nonprofit organizations \n  \nand others who work with people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDDs)\, aging communities and people with mental health conditions. This conference aims to increase knowledge and application of SDM with professionals in California\, facilitate community dialogue\, and work towards a cultural shift to reduce the use of conservatorship. Continuing Education Units (CEU) are available. \n  \nThe conference will include workshops and community conversation sessions that can increase the capacity for professionals serving diverse people with disabilities and their families to provide relevant and culturally responsive information about SDM. \n  \nContact: sdmconference@csueastbay.edu \nConference Website: Building Bridges: Advancing Supported Decision-Making in Diverse Communities Conference \n  \nYou must register in advance for this event: Registration Link
URL:https://dredf.org/event/building-bridges-advancing-supported-decision-making-in-diverse-communities/
LOCATION:Laney College\, 900 Fallon Street\, Oakland\, 94607\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251024T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251024T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112122
CREATED:20251014T213849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T214204Z
UID:30536-1761314400-1761321600@dredf.org
SUMMARY:Collaborative Agency Meet & Greet: Dunsmuir
DESCRIPTION:Download the flyer (PDF) \n  \n*All are welcome! Light refreshments will be provided.* \n  \nCome join us to: \n  \n– Learn about supports and services \n– Connect with professionals and families \n– Access resources for advocacy & education \n– Get one-on-one consultations for IEPs & 504 Plans \n  \nFor more information\, contact: \n  \n-Dunsmuir Community Resource Center – 530-235-4400 \n-Renee Bauer – renee.bauer@scdd.ca.gov \n-Karma Quick-Panwala – kquick@dredf.org
URL:https://dredf.org/event/collaborative-agency-meet-greet-dunsmuir/
LOCATION:Dunsmuir Community Resource Center\, 5844 Dunsmuir Ave.\, Dunsmuir\, CA\, 96025\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251021T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251021T204500
DTSTAMP:20260403T112122
CREATED:20251003T214808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T165446Z
UID:30502-1761073200-1761079500@dredf.org
SUMMARY:Conozca sus derechos en el proceso del IEP
DESCRIPTION: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 utilizar cuando las cosas comienzan a empeorar. Este seminario web incluirá estrategias de defensa que las familias pueden utilizar de inmediato para apoyar a sus estudiantes y colaborar con el equipo del IEP o los miembros del equipo 504. \n  \nTiene que registrarse para participar en la capacitación: Enlace del Registro.
URL:https://dredf.org/event/conozca-sus-derechos-en-el-proceso-del-iep/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="DREDF Parent Training and Information Center":MAILTO:iephelp@dredf.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251015T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251015T204500
DTSTAMP:20260403T112122
CREATED:20251003T213742Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T213742Z
UID:30501-1760554800-1760561100@dredf.org
SUMMARY:Introducción a la Ley de Educación para Niños con Discapacidades (IDEA) y otras leyes relacionadas con la educación especial
DESCRIPTION:Este seminario web será la primera parte de la Academia de Educación Especial\, una nueva serie de 10 partes que se realizará mensualmente hasta junio de 2026. La serie enseñará a los padres\, las familias y los estudiantes los principios y las partes principales del proceso de educación especial\, desde la comprensión de la ley IDEA\, el Código de Educación de California y otras leyes\, hasta la elaboración de la Oferta de Educación Pública Gratuita y Adecuada (FAPE)\, la implementación del IEP y la transición a la vida adulta. La serie será detallada y les dará a los participantes la información y las herramientas que necesitan para que los estudiantes con discapacidades tengan equipos de IEP que colaboren\, se enfoquen en encontrar soluciones y usen el poder del IEP para preparar a los estudiantes para su futuro. \n  \nLa primera parte se enfocará en los seis principios de la IDEA\, con consejos útiles de defensa para que todos los padres y estudiantes puedan usar esa misma semana. \n  \nTiene que registrarse para poder ingresar a la capacitación: Enlace del Registro.
URL:https://dredf.org/event/introduccion-a-la-ley-de-educacion-para-ninos-con-discapacidades-idea-y-otras-leyes-relacionadas-con-la-educacion-especial/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="DREDF Parent Training and Information Center":MAILTO:iephelp@dredf.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251014T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251014T204500
DTSTAMP:20260403T112122
CREATED:20250902T181903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T183236Z
UID:30419-1760468400-1760474700@dredf.org
SUMMARY:Know Your Rights in the IEP Process
DESCRIPTION: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. This webinar will include advocacy strategies that families can use immediately to support their students and engage with the IEP team or 504 team members. \n  \nPlease note the webinar will be recorded. \n  \nYou must register in advance for this training: Registration Link
URL:https://dredf.org/event/know-your-rights-in-the-iep-process/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="DREDF Parent Training and Information Center":MAILTO:iephelp@dredf.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250929T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250929T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112122
CREATED:20250911T180058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T180058Z
UID:30442-1759172400-1759177800@dredf.org
SUMMARY:Know Your Rights\, Own Your Voice: Disability Access in College
DESCRIPTION:This training is all about helping students understand their rights and options for getting support in college if they have a disability or need extra help. We’ll talk about what accommodations and how to ask for them. You’ll learn who to talk to\, what paperwork you might need\, and how to make sure you’re getting the support you deserve to succeed in college. \n  \nYou must register in advance for this webinar: Registration Link
URL:https://dredf.org/event/know-your-rights-own-your-voice-disability-access-in-college/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="DREDF Parent Training and Information Center":MAILTO:iephelp@dredf.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250922T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250922T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112122
CREATED:20241108T184021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T174355Z
UID:29336-1758564000-1758569400@dredf.org
SUMMARY:Fundamentos de Defensa en la Educación Especial: Estrategias para el Éxito
DESCRIPTION:Este seminario web hablarla sobre la importancia de estrategias de defensa para los estudiantes con discapacidades. Las defensas eficaces aportan en colaborar con el resto del equipo de IEP para orientar\, crear servicios basados en necesidad y encontrar soluciones para preparar a los estudiantes para el futuro. \n  \nDebe registrarse con anticipación para esta capacitación: Enlace de registro
URL:https://dredf.org/event/fundamentos-de-defensa-en-la-educacion-especial-estrategias-para-el-exito/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="DREDF Parent Training and Information Center":MAILTO:iephelp@dredf.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250911T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250911T194500
DTSTAMP:20260403T112122
CREATED:20250610T175652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T221012Z
UID:30038-1757610000-1757619900@dredf.org
SUMMARY:Celebrating Resistance 2025: DREDF's 46th Anniversary Event
DESCRIPTION:  \nCelebrating Resistance\nDREDF’s 46th Anniversary Event\nAction\, Advocacy\, and Community \n  \nThursday\, September 11\, 2025\nDoors Open: 5:00 pm PDT\nProgram: 6:00 pm – 7:45 pm PDT \n  \nThis event will also be livestreamed via Zoom\, and a link will be sent out by September 8th. \n  \nCome join us for an evening of fun\, activism\, and community! Our 46th Anniversary Event: Celebrating Resistance 2025 will feature disability activist\, Emmy award winner and rabble-rouser Keith Jones. Keith is the President and CEO of SoulTouchin’ Experiences LLC\, which promotes access\, inclusion\, and empowerment for people with and without disabilities. He will be joined by Jim LeBrecht as Emcee. Jim most recently directed the documentary Change Not Charity: The Americans with Disabilities Act for PBS’ American Experience program\, which highlights DREDF’s role in the passage of the ADA. Congresswoman Lateefah Simon\, U.S. Representative from California’s 12th District and the first member of Congress known to be congenitally blind\, will provide video remarks. \n  \nReal-time captioning and ASL will be provided. \n  \nMasks are required when not eating or drinking\, and KN95 masks will be available on-site. \n  \nDREDF will have a limited number of donated tickets available for people unable to pay for a ticket.  Please email tickets@dredf.org to make a request for a donated ticket.  Please understand that we cannot guarantee that all requests for donated tickets will be accommodated. \n  \nEvent Program \n  \n  \n6:00 PM — Opening by Jim LeBrecht\, Emcee & Former DREDF Board Member \n6:10 PM — Land Acknowledgement by Isabella Zizi\, Northern Cheyenne\, Arikara Mvskoke Creek | Idle No More SF Bay & Movement Rights \n6:15 PM — Welcome by Steve Kaye\, DREDF Board Chair \n6:20 PM — Welcome by Michelle Uzeta\, DREDF Interim Director \n6:25 PM — Video Remarks by Lateefah Simon\, U.S. Representative from California’s 12th District \n6:30 PM — Claudia Center\, DREDF Legal Director Introduces Awardees: Covington & Burling LLP and Legal Services for Prisoners with Children \n6:43 PM — Keynote\, Spoken Word & Music by Keith Jones \n6:58 PM — Video Segment of Change\, Not Charity by Jim LeBrecht \n7:07 PM — Family Story by Crystal Gardener with Introduction by Karma Quick-Panwala\, DREDF’s Children & Family Advocacy Services Director \n7:20 PM — Closing remarks \n7:30 PM — End of Program \n  \n  \nThank you to Our Sponsors! \n  \nPresenter \n  \nGuy Wallace \n  \n  \nLegacy Builder \n  \nKathi Pugh \n  \n  \nVisionary \n  \nDavid German \n  \n  \n \n  \n  \n  \nShartsis Friese\, LLP \n  \n  \n \n  \n  \n  \nLeader \n  \n \n  \n  \nDonna H. Odierna & Lisa R. Hirsch \n  \n  \n  \nSteve Kaye & Mitch LaPlante \n  \n  \n  \n  \nBenefactor \n  \n \n  \n  \nStanley Yarnell and Victor Rowley \n  \n  \n  \nAdvocate \n  \n \n  \n  \n \n  \n  \n \n  \n  \n \n  \n  \nDorene Giacopini \n  \n  \nKnauf Associates and Mediations \n  \n  \n \n  \n  \n \n  \n  \nPeter Korn & Anneli Meyer Korn \n  \nRicki Blau & Bill Reeves \n  \n  \n  \n  \nActivist \n  \n \n \n  \nClaudia Center \n  \nJeff and Meri Lane \n  \nJinny Kim \n  \nKim Swain & Michael Sugarman \n  \nLainey Feingold \n  \nLinda & Bruce MacLeod \n  \nMichelle Uzeta \n  \nMiller Starr Regalia \n  \nRalph G. Neas\, former Executive Director of the Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights \n  \nSilvia Yee & Alex Wang \n  \nSusan Freundlich \n  \nWilmer Harris Law \n  \n  \nInterested in being a sponsor of Celebrating Resistance? Learn more about sponsorship benefits and opportunities here. If you have questions\, contact Susan Freundlich at sfreundlich@dredf.org \n  \nFor general questions\, accommodation\, and language interpretation requests\, please contact us at (510) 644-2555 or info@dredf.org by September 1. \n  \nThank you for your interest in attending our 46th Anniversary Celebration\, Celebrating Resistance. We have reached our maximum capacity. Please join us remotely by streaming the event over Zoom.
URL:https://dredf.org/event/celebrating-resistance-2025/
LOCATION:Ed Roberts Campus\, 3075 Adeline Street\, Berkeley\, CA\, 94703\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250908T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250908T204500
DTSTAMP:20260403T112122
CREATED:20241108T190449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T182908Z
UID:29350-1757358000-1757364300@dredf.org
SUMMARY:Introducing the IDEA and Other Laws in Special Education
DESCRIPTION: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\, IEP implementation\, and transition to post-secondary life. The series will be comprehensive and give attendees the information and tools they need so that students with disabilities have IEP teams that are collaborative\, solution-oriented\, and focused on using the power of the IEP to prepare students for their futures. \n  \nPart 1 will focus on the six principles of the IDEA\, along with effective advocacy tips that can be used that very week by every parent and student. \n  \nPlease note the webinar will be recorded. \n  \nYou must register in advance for this training: Registration Link
URL:https://dredf.org/event/supporting-students-with-disabilities-in-school/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="DREDF Parent Training and Information Center":MAILTO:iephelp@dredf.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250826T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250826T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112122
CREATED:20250822T185209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250822T185209Z
UID:30385-1756202400-1756206000@dredf.org
SUMMARY:Holding Court: Expanding Disability Rights and Defending the ADA 35 Years Later
DESCRIPTION: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 Law. AFJ President Rachel Rossi will be moderating the discussion. \n  \nOur panelists will reflect on the 35th anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act and what the disability justice movement\, along with the wider progressive movement is doing and needs to do to continue expanding rights and accessibility. The discussion will also focus on the impact that state and federal legislation has had on people with disabilities; court decisions that have expanded or hindered disability rights; and the state of disability rights under the second Trump administration. \n  \nThe ADA was signed into federal law on July 26\, 1990\, and last month\, the ADA celebrated its 35th anniversary. The ADA is a civil rights law that prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities and ensures equal opportunities in various areas\, including employment and public accommodations. The Supreme Court has heard several cases concerning the ADA\, and there have been major victories\, as well as rulings that have significantly narrowed the scope of the ADA\, making it more difficult for individuals to be protected under the law. \n  \nYou must register in advance for this event: Registration Link
URL:https://dredf.org/event/holding-court-expanding-disability-rights-and-defending-the-ada-35-years-later/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Alliance for Justice":MAILTO:lizzy.heurch@afj.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250825T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250825T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112122
CREATED:20250327T231323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250725T184935Z
UID:29823-1756116000-1756121400@dredf.org
SUMMARY:Educación Especial para Estudiantes Discapacidades: Lo Esencial
DESCRIPTION: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. \n  \nDebe registrarse con anticipación para esta capacitación: Enlace de registro
URL:https://dredf.org/event/educacion-especial-para-estudiantes-discapacidades-lo-esencial-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="DREDF Parent Training and Information Center":MAILTO:iephelp@dredf.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250819T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250819T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112122
CREATED:20250807T225145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250818T170537Z
UID:30317-1755599400-1755604800@dredf.org
SUMMARY:What is Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act? And How Can We Defend it?
DESCRIPTION: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 people with disabilities. The regulations also include a goal for contractors — businesses with federal contracts should try to have a workforce that includes 7% people with disabilities. \n  \nA new proposal from the Administration would delete these requirements. This will harm the employment of people with disabilities. Join us to learn about Section 503 and how to defend it. \n  \nPresenters: \n\nClaudia Center (she/her)\, Legal Director\, Disability Rights Education and Defense Fund (DREDF)\n\nJennifer Mathis (she/her)\, Deputy Director\, Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law\n\nTentative: Taryn Mackenzie Williams (she/her)\, Former Assistant Secretary for Disability Employment Policy\, US Department of Labor\n\n  \n**ASL and CART (live captions) provided. You must register in advance for this webinar: Registration Link
URL:https://dredf.org/event/what-is-section-503-of-the-rehabilitation-act-and-how-can-we-defend-it/
LOCATION:Zoom
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250811T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250811T204500
DTSTAMP:20260403T112122
CREATED:20241108T190239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241108T190239Z
UID:29348-1754938800-1754945100@dredf.org
SUMMARY:IEP Basics and Beyond
DESCRIPTION: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 serve. \n  \nYou must register in advance for this training: Registration Link
URL:https://dredf.org/event/iep-basics-and-beyond-5/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="DREDF Parent Training and Information Center":MAILTO:iephelp@dredf.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250725T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250725T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112122
CREATED:20250519T230452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T230452Z
UID:30000-1753430400-1753459200@dredf.org
SUMMARY:2025 Summer Institute on Neurodevelopmental Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:Bridging Science and Real Lives: Research\, Practice\, and Advocacy in Neurodevelopmental Disabilities \n  \nThis event is ideal for professionals\, researchers\, individuals with disabilities\, family members\, disability advocates\, policymakers\, community members\, and students/trainees.  \n  \nKeynote on Cutting-Edge Research\nHear UC Davis MIND Institute experts share research findings\, including intervention approaches for fragile X syndrome\, intervention for ADHD\, and insights into how environmental factors shape neurodevelopmental outcomes. \n  \nAutism-Focused Panel\nThis panel of autistic individuals and family members will talk about their strategies that help them feel meaningfully included in all parts of their lives. \n  \nInteractive Workshops\nWorkshops cover vital topics for developmental disabilities: enhancing Down syndrome communication\, mastering autism evidence-based practices\, empowering caregivers with MIND Institute resources\, planning inclusive lives\, advancing fragile X treatments\, and boosting ADHD executive skills. Gain practical tools and cutting-edge insights. \n  \nYou must register in advance for this event: Registration Link
URL:https://dredf.org/event/2025-summer-institute-on-neurodevelopmental-disabilities/
LOCATION:Sacramento Scottish Rite\, 6151 H Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95819\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250721T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250721T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112122
CREATED:20250711T182639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250711T182639Z
UID:30239-1753110000-1753117200@dredf.org
SUMMARY:ADA35 National March & Rally
DESCRIPTION: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! \n  \nThe theme for the 2025 March and Rally is Our Lives\, Our Homes\, Our Communities. Together\, we will march through the streets of Washington\, DC to send a clear message: we are united and determined to preserve our freedom to live independently in our communities! \n  \nAssembly Time & Location: \nMarch 3:00 – 4:00 p.m. / Grand Hyatt Washington\nGather with us between 2:15 p.m. – 2:45 p.m. at G and 11th Streets\, NW. The March will step off promptly at 3:00 p.m.\, heading from the Grand Hyatt to Capitol Hill. \nRally: 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. / U.S. Capitol \nMarchers will converge at the U.S. Capitol for an empowering rally featuring a number of speakers\, including leaders in the Independent Living Movement and elected officials working on the issues we care about most. \n  \nExpress Yourself! \nNCIL Conference attendees can pick up complimentary Do-It-Yourself Sign Kits on the morning of Monday\, July 21 on the conference floor. Not attending the conference? No problem — bring your own signs and showcase your message your way! \n  \nAll Are Welcome. \nThis is more than a march — it’s a movement. Whether you’re a member\, an ally\, or simply someone who supports the disability community\, your presence matters. Join as we rally together to protect and advance the rights of people with disabilities across the nation.\nWe’ll be making memories and making history. We hope you’ll join us.
URL:https://dredf.org/event/ada35-national-march-rally/
LOCATION:Grand Hyatt Washington\, 1000 H St NW\, Washington\, DC\, DC\, 20001\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250720T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250720T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112122
CREATED:20250623T004303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250623T004416Z
UID:30160-1753005600-1753020000@dredf.org
SUMMARY:Encampment Response Legal Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Have you been approached by police while experiencing homelessness? Come to: Encampment Response Legal Clinics. Know your rights! \n  \nTalk to a lawyer for free. \n  \n– Ask to lower fines and fees \n– Dispute infractions and citations \n– Reconnect with public defender \n  \nNo police will be present. No appointment needed. \n  \n– Help with disability rights in sweeps \n– File claims for property loss \n– Challenge vehicle tows \n  \nHosted by Gilroy Union of the Homeless\, Disability Rights Education and Defense Fund\, The Unhoused Initiative at Santa Clara University\, Law Foundation of Silicon Valley\, Lived Experience Advisory Board of Silicon Valley\, Martha’s Kitchen\, and Where Do We Go? \n  \nGo to the event FAQ. \n 
URL:https://dredf.org/event/encampment-response-legal-clinic-2/
LOCATION:Roosevelt Community Center\, 910 E. Santa Clara Street\, San Jose\, 95116\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250716T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250716T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112122
CREATED:20250711T181630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T213908Z
UID:30237-1752688800-1752696000@dredf.org
SUMMARY:Panel Discussion and Screening of PBS' Change Not Charity: The Americans with Disabilities Act
DESCRIPTION: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 advocates who changed the civil rights landscape for people with disabilities\, and challenges ahead.  A livestream will be available for those wishing to attend virtually. \n  \nYou can RSVP for the event here.
URL:https://dredf.org/event/panel-discussion-and-screening-of-pbs-change-not-charity-the-americans-with-disabilities-act/
LOCATION:Capitol Visitor Center Auditorium\, 1st St SE\, Washington\, DC\, DC\, 20515\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250711T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250711T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112122
CREATED:20250606T213836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250606T213947Z
UID:30093-1752246000-1752260400@dredf.org
SUMMARY:Reclaiming Our Legacy: Disability Action & Joy | Celebrating Disability Pride and the 35th ADA Anniversary
DESCRIPTION:  \nThis July\, DREDF and a coalition of racial justice and disability rights & justice organizations are hosting a powerful\, community-centered rally to celebrate Disability Pride and mark the 35th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). \n  \nThis anniversary comes at a pivotal time. As so many of the rights\, resources\, and the very humanity of our diverse communities face intensifying threats\, we are committed to using this milestone as a platform to honor the legacy of the radical movements\, including those that gave birth to the ADA\, and to use those lessons to organize for the future. \n  \nGrounded in the brilliant spirit of the Bay Area’s disability-led movements\, this event will serve as a call to action\, honoring our past while forging the next chapter of intersectional disability rights\, justice\, and liberation. \n  \nThe program will include diverse speakers and performers\, community workshops that build important skills and knowledge for this moment\, food and music\, an art build and unveiling of our community story quilt project\, a kids area\, and more. Disability Rights California (DRC) will also be hosting an open house as they make their exciting move into the Ed Roberts Campus! \n  \nFor more information\, visit thecil.org/ada35 or register directly on Eventbrite.
URL:https://dredf.org/event/reclaiming-our-legacy-disability-action-joy-celebrating-disability-pride-and-the-35th-ada-anniversary/
LOCATION:Ed Roberts Campus\, 3075 Adeline Street\, Berkeley\, CA\, 94703\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250629T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250629T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112122
CREATED:20250623T003705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250623T004414Z
UID:30158-1751191200-1751205600@dredf.org
SUMMARY:Encampment Response Legal Clinic
DESCRIPTION:Have you been approached by police while experiencing homelessness? Come to: Encampment Response Legal Clinics. Know your rights! \n  \nTalk to a lawyer for free. \n  \n– Ask to lower fines and fees \n– Dispute infractions and citations \n– Reconnect with public defender \n  \nNo police will be present. No appointment needed. \n  \n– Help with disability rights in sweeps \n– File claims for property loss \n– Challenge vehicle tows \n  \nHosted by Gilroy Union of the Homeless\, Disability Rights Education and Defense Fund\, The Unhoused Initiative at Santa Clara University\, Law Foundation of Silicon Valley\, Lived Experience Advisory Board of Silicon Valley\, Martha’s Kitchen\, and Where Do We Go? \n  \nGo to the event FAQ. \n 
URL:https://dredf.org/event/encampment-response-legal-clinic-1/
LOCATION:Gilroy Veterans Hall\, 74 W 6th St\, Gilroy\, CA\, 95020\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250625T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250625T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112122
CREATED:20250620T191832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250620T191832Z
UID:30157-1750870800-1750876200@dredf.org
SUMMARY:Objetivos/Metas SMART del IEP
DESCRIPTION: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 impulsan los servicios\, los apoyos y la colocación. \n  \nEsta capacitación virtual se centra en cómo identificar las áreas de necesidad\, escribir objetivos ambiciosos y significativos\, y considerar qué hacer cuando los objetivos no son individualizados a las necesidades únicas del estudiante. \n  \nDebe registrarse con anticipación para esta capacitación: Enlace de registro
URL:https://dredf.org/event/objetivos-metas-smart-del-iep/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="DREDF Parent Training and Information Center":MAILTO:iephelp@dredf.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250624T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250624T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112122
CREATED:20250618T233645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250618T233645Z
UID:30153-1750762800-1750766400@dredf.org
SUMMARY:Federal Law: How It's Made\, Where to Find it\, How to Understand It & How to Cite It
DESCRIPTION: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\, understand\, and correctly cite the primary source materials that are being created by the federal executive\, legislative and judicial branches. Many of these materials are available on the Internet without paywalls. This webinar will provide links and tips for locating no-cost documents. It will also put the current Administration in a broader historical context\, comparing and contrasting Trump Administration activities with those of past administrations\, in ways that can help inform legal challenges to Trump Administration activities. Finally\, this webinar will explain how to “decode” legal citations\, giving advocates the tools to accurately and efficiently analyze various types of federal legal materials. \n  \n*MCLE: 1 General Credit \n  \nYou must register in advance for this event: Registration Link
URL:https://dredf.org/event/federal-law-how-its-made-where-to-find-it-how-to-understand-it-how-to-cite-it/
LOCATION:Zoom
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250623T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250623T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112122
CREATED:20241108T183139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241108T200128Z
UID:29334-1750701600-1750707000@dredf.org
SUMMARY:Como Leer el Documento IEP
DESCRIPTION: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. \n  \nDebe registrarse con anticipación para esta capacitación: Enlace de registro
URL:https://dredf.org/event/como-leer-el-documento-iep/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="DREDF Parent Training and Information Center":MAILTO:iephelp@dredf.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250616T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250616T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112122
CREATED:20250604T192821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250604T192821Z
UID:30054-1750071600-1750078800@dredf.org
SUMMARY:CDLA Day: California Disability Leadership Alliance
DESCRIPTION:Bring your spirit! Bring your voice! \n  \nJoin 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. \n  \nQuestions or Accommodations needed? Email CADLAlliance@gmail.com. You must register in advance for this event: Registration Link
URL:https://dredf.org/event/cdla-day-california-disability-leadership-alliance/
LOCATION:California State Capitol\, 1315 10th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95814\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250616T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250617T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112122
CREATED:20250602T221027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T221333Z
UID:30027-1750060800-1750176000@dredf.org
SUMMARY:Accessible Futures: Sharing. Listening. Learning.
DESCRIPTION:Join CIL and Bay Area cross-disability communities in attending this summer’s Accessible Futures Conference in San Francisco\, June 16th and 17th! \n  \nA disability-led community conversation on housing\, transportation\, the environment and more. \n  \nSave the Dates! \n  \nJune 16\, 2025 – 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. \nJune 17\, 2025 – 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. \n  \nNo cost to participate. Meals are included. \n  \nJoin us for a powerful gathering of the Bay Area disability community as we come together to listen and share experiences to identify needs\, gaps and actions. This event will focus on the critical issues of transportation\, housing\, the environment\, and other topics of priority for the community — ensuring that disability voices shape the future of accessibility and equity in our region. Engage with community leaders & advocates across the nine Bay Area counties in a welcoming and fully accessible environment. Share your lived experiences & priorities with policymakers and invited elected officials. Develop partnerships and identify opportunities for collaboration. Let’s build an equitable Bay Area together! \n  \nAn option to participate remotely will be available\, but we encourage participants to join us in person to build community and cultivate partnerships. Registration closes this Friday\, June 6th. Secure your spot today! \n  \nQuestions? E-mail disabilityconference@bayareametro.gov. \n  \nYou must register in advance for this event: Registration Link
URL:https://dredf.org/event/accessible-futures-sharing-listening-learning/
LOCATION:Bay Area Metro Center\, 375 Beale Street\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94105\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250610T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250610T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112122
CREATED:20250606T224023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T231659Z
UID:30102-1749551400-1749556800@dredf.org
SUMMARY:Disability Community Fights Back: Defending Section 504
DESCRIPTION: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. \n  \nSpeakers: \n-Claudia Center (she/her)\, Legal Director\, Disability Rights Education & Defense Fund \n-Amy Robertson (she/her)\, Partner\, Fox & Robertson \n-Larkin Taylor-Parker (they/them)\, Legal Director\, Autistic Self-Advocacy Network \n  \nYou must register in advance for this event: Registration Link
URL:https://dredf.org/event/disability-community-fights-back-defending-section-504/
LOCATION:Zoom
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250609T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250609T204500
DTSTAMP:20260403T112122
CREATED:20241108T185618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241108T185618Z
UID:29346-1749495600-1749501900@dredf.org
SUMMARY:Solving Problems in Special Education
DESCRIPTION: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\, and other options for getting the IEP team back on track. \n  \nYou must register in advance for this training: Registration Link
URL:https://dredf.org/event/solving-problems-in-special-education/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="DREDF Parent Training and Information Center":MAILTO:iephelp@dredf.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250609T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250609T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112122
CREATED:20250604T203308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250604T203308Z
UID:30055-1749472200-1749479400@dredf.org
SUMMARY:Defend Medi-Cal\, IHSS\, and Childcare: Take Action Against Harmful Budget Cuts!
DESCRIPTION: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! \n  \nPlease join us in Sacramento. Transportation\, interpretation\, food will be provided. You must register in advance for this event: bit.ly/BudgetRally2025
URL:https://dredf.org/event/defend-medi-cal-ihss-and-childcare-take-action-against-harmful-budget-cuts/
LOCATION:California State Capitol\, 1315 10th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95814\, United States
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR