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SUMMARY:Healing for Us\, By Us: A Celebration of Queer/Disabled Joy
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin 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. \n  \nThroughout this enriching experience\, a variety of grounding and meditation sessions tailored to help you relax and center yourself will be provided. Also\, the event will offer professional child watch services\, ensuring that your little ones are well taken care of\, so you can fully immerse yourself in the event. Additionally\, indulge in soothing therapeutic massages\, expertly delivered to relieve stress and rejuvenate your mind and body. Feel free to express yourself on our kid-friendly open mic. \n  \nThis is a wonderful opportunity to nurture yourself and your loved ones while exploring meaningful ways to enhance and cultivate the love that exists within you! Come and be a part of this special day as we celebrate and heal together!!
URL:https://dredf.org/event/healing-for-us-by-us-a-celebration-of-queer-disabled-joy/
LOCATION:Ed Roberts Campus\, 3075 Adeline Street\, Berkeley\, CA\, 94703\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Our Family Coalition":MAILTO:shareena@ourfamily.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250605T103000
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DTSTAMP:20260403T161614
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SUMMARY:Disability Community Fights Back: Defending Students
DESCRIPTION: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: \n  \n– What the Department of Education is and why it matters \n– What funding and staff cuts have happened so far — and the impact on students with disabilities \n– The removal of important discipline guidance \n– The harmful words and actions used against students who are trans\, autistic\, and/or immigrants \n– The rights we still have under Section 504 and other laws \n– Why student loans and loan repayment programs are disability issues \n– How to prepare for what might happen to education in the future \n– How to make our voices heard in Congress\, in the courts\, and in the streets \n  \nJoin us to learn how to defend students and fight for disability rights. We are stronger together. \n  \nPresenters:\n– Karma Quick-Panwala (she/her)\, Director of Children and Family Advocacy\, Disability Rights Education & Defense Fund \n– Catherine E. Lhamon (she/her)\, incoming Executive Director\, Edley Center on Democracy & the Rule of Law; Previous: Assistant Secretary\, OCR\, Department of Education \n– Auden Perino (they/them)\, Senior Counsel for LGBTQI+ Equality\, National Women’s Law Center \n– Santiago Orosco (he/they or él/elle)\, Director of Organizing\, New Disabled South \n– Winston Berkman-Breen (he/him)\, Legal Director\, Student Borrower Protection Center \n– Julea Seliavski (they/them)\, Co-President\, National Disabled Law Students Association \n– Mary J. Goodwin-Oquendo (she/her)\, Founder and President\, The Goodwin-Oquendo Law Firm; Adjunct Professor\, Fordham Law School \n  \nYou must register in advance for this event: Registration Link \n 
URL:https://dredf.org/event/disability-community-fights-back-defending-students/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250603T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250603T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161614
CREATED:20250602T221912Z
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SUMMARY:What’s Really at Stake? What Does Medicaid Have to Do with Supporting People with Developmental Disabilities?
DESCRIPTION: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. \n  \nPresenter:\n– Aaron Carruthers\, Executive Director of the State Council on Developmental Disabilities \n  \nTopics of discussion:\n– What’s happening with Medicaid at the federal level\n– How these changes could impact Medi-Cal\, IHSS\, regional centers\, etc.\n– What YOU can do to help protect essential services \n  \nZoom Meeting Link\nMeeting ID: 816 0121 5497\nPasscode: 873044
URL:https://dredf.org/event/whats-really-at-stake-what-does-medicaid-have-to-do-with-supporting-people-with-developmental-disabilities/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250526T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250526T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161614
CREATED:20250327T230331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T230331Z
UID:29822-1748253600-1748259000@dredf.org
SUMMARY:Educacion 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/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="DREDF Parent Training and Information Center":MAILTO:iephelp@dredf.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250522T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250522T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161614
CREATED:20250520T222008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250520T222008Z
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SUMMARY:Keep The Promise Rally
DESCRIPTION: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 regional center services. \n  \nAdvocates and allies for Californians with disabilities will join forces on May 22 in Sacramento to ensure our elected officials and the Governor understand the importance of protecting disability services in federal and state budgets. Legislative champions will join us at the rally in the fight to protect disability programs and keep the promise of The Lanterman Act. Find more information here.
URL:https://dredf.org/event/keep-the-promise-rally/
LOCATION:California State Capitol\, 1315 10th Street\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95814\, United States
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CREATED:20250516T234300Z
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SUMMARY:Stop Cuts to Medicaid - Funeral Procession to Cong. Kim's Office
DESCRIPTION: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. \n  \nTo stop the cuts and save lives we need to get a handful of Republican Congressmembers to vote NO on the proposed healthcare cuts. Please RSVP here: Registration Link
URL:https://dredf.org/event/stop-cuts-to-medicaid-funeral-procession-to-cong-kims-office/
LOCATION:Sycamore Park\, 8268 E Monte Vista Rd\, Anaheim\, CA\, 92807\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250520T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250520T123000
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CREATED:20250516T233933Z
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UID:29994-1747735200-1747744200@dredf.org
SUMMARY:Stop Cuts to Medicaid - Funeral Procession to Cong. Valadao's Office
DESCRIPTION: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. \n  \nTo stop the cuts and save lives we need to get a handful of Republican Congressmembers to vote NO on the proposed healthcare cuts. Please RSVP here: Registration Link
URL:https://dredf.org/event/stop-cuts-to-medicaid-funeral-procession-to-cong-valadaos-office/
LOCATION:Teamsters Local 87\, 2531 G Street\, Bakersfield\, CA\, 93301\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250519T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250519T191500
DTSTAMP:20260403T161614
CREATED:20250516T235152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250516T235152Z
UID:29998-1747677600-1747682100@dredf.org
SUMMARY:Proposed Medicaid Cuts - Town Hall and Live Q&A
DESCRIPTION: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 answered. This event is hosted by Disability Rights California. \n  \nYou must register in advance for this event: Registration Link
URL:https://dredf.org/event/proposed-medicaid-cuts-town-hall-and-live-qa/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250512T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250512T204500
DTSTAMP:20260403T161614
CREATED:20241108T185405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241108T185405Z
UID:29344-1747076400-1747082700@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-4/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="DREDF Parent Training and Information Center":MAILTO:iephelp@dredf.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250511T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250511T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161614
CREATED:20250131T193220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250507T144015Z
UID:29593-1746968400-1746977400@dredf.org
SUMMARY:Keys to Community Rally in D.C.
DESCRIPTION:  \nThis 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\, Caring Across Generations\, Partnership for Inclusive Disaster Strategies\, Autistic Self Advocates Network\, Legal Defense Fund\, American Association of People with Disabilities\, ADA Watch and more. \n  \nMost importantly\, grassroots activists from around the country will share their stories about struggle and perseverance in local efforts to obtain the Keys to Community Living. \n  \nThough the message is critical and threats are dire\, there will be songs and skits and interactive fun for all.  Come on out and celebrate Mothers and caregiving everywhere by supporting the Keys to Community Living! \n  \nYour voice matters — bring your signs\, bring your passion\, and bring the whole family. Let’s unlock the doors to true inclusion — together! Because access to community is a right\, not a privilege! \n  \nBE PART OF THE MOVEMENT: \n\nRegister for the Rally\nRally Facebook Event Page\nRally Flyer PDF\nDonate\n\nFor more information\, contact Mike Oxford at (785) 224-3865 or mikeoxford@rocketmail.com.
URL:https://dredf.org/event/keys-to-community-rally-in-d-c/
LOCATION:Upper Senate Park\, 200 New Jersey Ave NW\, Washington DC\, 20001\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250507T130000
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CREATED:20250506T180815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T180928Z
UID:29970-1746622800-1746622800@dredf.org
SUMMARY:Medicaid Vigil
DESCRIPTION:Right now\, Congress is pushing forward with a plan to cut nearly a trillion dollars from Medicaid. We won’t let that happen. \n  \nMedicaid is not a line item in a budget – it’s a lifeline for millions of families across the U.S. That’s why we’re bringing together caregivers\, care recipients\, and care advocates for a 24-hour vigil at the U.S. Capitol where we’ll share the real stories of the people impacted by Medicaid. The entire event will be livestreamed on YouTube. \n  \nHere’s the plan: \n\nThe event will start with a rally\, featuring leaders and advocates across the care movement\, from 1 pm to 2 pm ET on Wednesday\, May 7.\nFrom 2 pm ET Wednesday through 12 pm ET Thursday\, care advocates from around the country will share their stories.\nThe event will end with another rally from 12 pm to 1 pm ET on Thursday\, May 8.\n\n  \nYou can stop by for as long as you’d like. \n  \nInterested in joining for part of the vigil? Fill out the form to RSVP and receive more information. \n  \nThis event will be wheelchair-accessible. ASL and CART interpretation will be available throughout the event. 
URL:https://dredf.org/event/medicaid-vigil/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250430T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250430T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161614
CREATED:20250425T184849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250425T184919Z
UID:29946-1746019800-1746025200@dredf.org
SUMMARY:Celebrate 504 Protest Anniversary
DESCRIPTION: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 webinar is a chance to remember the people who sacrificed and discuss how their advocacy led to victory for future generations. Then we will hear about the current advocacy and action needed to protect our rights under the Section 504 and the Americans with Disabilities Act from Claudia Center of Disability Rights Education and Defense Fund. \n  \nYou must register in advance for this training: Registration Link
URL:https://dredf.org/event/celebrate-504-protest-anniversary/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250428T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250428T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161614
CREATED:20241108T181218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T221734Z
UID:29332-1745863200-1745868600@dredf.org
SUMMARY:Transición de Adultos: El Gran Salto
DESCRIPTION: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 colegio que se adapte a sus objetivos\, intereses y prioridades. Todos están invitados a asistir\, pero se anima especialmente a los jóvenes de 13 a 22 años. \n  \nDebe registrarse con anticipación para esta capacitación: Enlace de registro
URL:https://dredf.org/event/transicion-de-adultos-el-gran-salto-centrado-en-los-jovenes/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="DREDF Parent Training and Information Center":MAILTO:iephelp@dredf.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250421T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250421T144500
DTSTAMP:20260403T161614
CREATED:20250415T162959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250419T012057Z
UID:29916-1745242200-1745246700@dredf.org
SUMMARY:Services and Supports for CARE Court Respondents Part II
DESCRIPTION: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 panel of experts on disability services and supports to continue the discussion on how to best serve and advocate for your CARE Court clients. This session will cover Regional Centers\, In-Home Supportive Services\, and strategies such as recovery-oriented cognitive therapy and moving clients from engagement to activation. \n  \n*MCLE: 1 General Credit \n  \nYou must register in advance for this training: Registration Link
URL:https://dredf.org/event/services-and-supports-for-care-court-respondents-part-ii/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250415T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250415T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161614
CREATED:20250327T232249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T000651Z
UID:29824-1744729200-1744734600@dredf.org
SUMMARY:Our Future of Disability Advocacy: A Panel of Bay Area Disability Leaders
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual event featuring Executive Directors from four Bay Area disability advocacy organizations. This conversation will be about the future of disability advocacy\, what work each organization is focusing on and plans to continue\, and will provide insights into the current state of disability advocacy\, particularly in light of the recent changes to the rights and freedoms of disabled individuals. ASL and CART will be provided. \n  \nThis event will offer visions of the new Executive Directors of the organizations\, insights into the current state of disability advocacy\, particularly in light of the recent changes to the rights and freedoms of disabled individuals. Topics will include access to healthcare\, education\, community care\, housing\, and more. \n  \n  \nYou must register in advance for this event: Registration Link
URL:https://dredf.org/event/our-future-of-disability-advocacy-a-panel-of-bay-area-disability-leaders/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="UC Berkeley's Disability Cultural Community Center":MAILTO:DisabilityCulture@berkeley.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250414T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250414T204500
DTSTAMP:20260403T161614
CREATED:20241108T185056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241108T185056Z
UID:29342-1744657200-1744663500@dredf.org
SUMMARY:Adult Transition: The Big Leap
DESCRIPTION: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. \n  \nYou must register in advance for this training: Registration Link
URL:https://dredf.org/event/adult-transition-the-big-leap/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="DREDF Parent Training and Information Center":MAILTO:iephelp@dredf.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250408T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250408T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161614
CREATED:20250317T213207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250320T162158Z
UID:29768-1744110000-1744113600@dredf.org
SUMMARY:Improving Access to Abortion for People with Disabilities: Lessons from the Disability and Abortion Access Survey
DESCRIPTION: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. \n  \nPeople with disabilities in the United States have historically been and continue to be denied their right to make their own decisions about core aspects of their lives–including what type of reproductive and sexual health care to access and whether or not to build families. This presentation by Women Enabled International and Disability Rights Education and Defense Fund will explore the historical context of access to reproductive health care in the United States for people with disabilities. The presentation will also review current barriers to care as experienced by respondents who participated in a recent Disability and Abortion Access survey created by Women Enabled International and Disability Rights Education and Defense Fund and the true meaning of disability justice and reproductive justice in light of these realities. Further\, the presentation will provide an overview of the legal responsibilities and best practices for abortion professionals when serving patients with disabilities so attendees can effectively advocate for themselves or their clients with disabilities to ensure that any reproductive and sexual healthcare they access supports their bodily and decisional autonomy. \n  \nYou must register in advance for this training: Registration Link
URL:https://dredf.org/event/improving-access-to-abortion-for-people-with-disabilities-lessons-from-the-disability-and-abortion-access-survey/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250401T171500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250401T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161614
CREATED:20250327T233626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250327T233709Z
UID:29825-1743527700-1743535800@dredf.org
SUMMARY:Watch Party | Change\, not Charity: The Americans with Disabilities Act
DESCRIPTION: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. \n  \nChange\, 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 (ADA) in 1990. While curb cuts\, ramps\, and accessible signage may seem standard today\, they were the result of relentless activism and advocacy. Told through the voices of key participants and witnesses\, the film highlights the activists who put their bodies on the line to secure equal rights and changed the lives of millions of Americans. This event is a unique opportunity to come together as a community\, reflect on the past and future of disability rights\, and engage in a conversation about accessibility\, activism\, and the ongoing fight for equality. \n  \nYou must register in advance for this event: Registration Link
URL:https://dredf.org/event/watch-party-change-not-charity-the-americans-with-disabilities-act-2/
LOCATION:Ed Roberts Campus\, 3075 Adeline Street\, Berkeley\, CA\, 94703\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250325T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250325T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161614
CREATED:20250312T233106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T233106Z
UID:29741-1742898600-1742902200@dredf.org
SUMMARY:Services and Supports for Care Court Respondents
DESCRIPTION: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 framework into ongoing supportive services? Join a panel of experts on disability services and supports to learn how to best serve and advocate for your CARE Court clients. \n  \n*MCLE: 1 General Credit \n  \nYou must register in advance for this training: Registration Link
URL:https://dredf.org/event/services-and-supports-for-care-court-respondents/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250323T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250323T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161614
CREATED:20250313T184345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250313T184345Z
UID:29746-1742729400-1742734800@dredf.org
SUMMARY:Benefits Over Billionaires Bakersfield (CA-22)
DESCRIPTION: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 impacted by Trump’s mass firings and the Republicans’ $880 billion in Medicaid cuts. As Republicans follow orders to dodge their constituents’ protests\, progressives must be loud and clear in standing up to the unholy alliance of wealth and power in our time and rejecting the failed neoliberal policies that put billionaires and corporations over the working class.
URL:https://dredf.org/event/benefits-over-billionaires-bakersfield-ca-22/
LOCATION:Martin Luther King Community Center (Gymnasium)\, 1000 S Owens St\, Bakersfield\, CA\, 93307\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250315T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250315T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161614
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SUMMARY:2025 Transition Conference & Resource Fair | Conferencia de Transición y Feria de Recursos 2025
DESCRIPTION: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. \n  \n-Educational Workshops: Explore topics related to education\, employment\, accommodations\, transition planning\, recreation\, healthcare\, transportation\, self-advocacy\, and more! \n-Resource Fair: Meet and connect with up to 75 providers from Alameda and Contra Costa Counties. \n  \nFor questions\, or to request accommodations or partial scholarships\, please contact vi.ibarra@cchealth.org. You must register in advance for this training: Registration Link \n  \n  \n  \nEstá invitado a asistir a la Conferencia de Transición y Feria de Recursos de 2025\, diseñada para estudiantes y adultos con discapacidades\, sus familias y su círculo de apoyo. Las presentaciones y recursos se centrarán en los condados de Alameda y Contra Costa. Esta es una oportunidad para aprender sobre la transición a los servicios para adultos y cómo desarrollar la independencia. \n  \n-Talleres educativos: explore temas relacionados con la educación\, el empleo\, las adaptaciones\, la planificación de la transición\, la recreación\, la atención médica\, el transporte\, la autodefensa y más. \n-Feria de recursos: conozca y conéctese con hasta 75 proveedores de los condados de Alameda y Contra Costa. \n  \nSi tiene preguntas o solicita adaptaciones o becas parciales\, comuníquese con Gabriela.solval@scdd.ca.gov. Debe registrarse con anticipación para esta capacitación: Regístrese aquí
URL:https://dredf.org/event/2025-transition-conference-resource-fair-conferencia-de-transicion-y-feria-de-recursos-2025/
LOCATION:Diablo Valley College\, 321 Golf Club Road\, Pleasant Hill\, CA\, 94523\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250313T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250313T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161614
CREATED:20250310T194631Z
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SUMMARY:History Film Forum presents "Change\, Not Charity"
DESCRIPTION: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 of a pitched battle that landed on the steps of Congress. Told through the voices of key participants and witnesses\, the film highlights the determined people who literally put their bodies on the line to achieve their goal and change the lives of all Americans. \n  \nA story of courage and perseverance\, the film brings to life one of the great civil rights movements in American history\, where ordinary people made their voices heard and Congress responded. A testament to the power of coalition building and bipartisan compromise\, the passage of the ADA is a shining example of democracy in action. \n  \nThe program will include a special advance screening of the film followed by a panel discussion\, as well as objects out of storage from the museum’s collections relating to disability rights and the ADA. You must register in advance for this training: Registration Link \n  \nPanelists: \n-Cameo George\, AMERICAN EXPERIENCE executive producer \n-Chana Gazit\, writer and producer \n-Jim LeBrecht\, director \n  \nAccessibility: ASL-interpreted program\, Audio description\, Captioning\, Wheelchair accessible
URL:https://dredf.org/event/history-film-forum-presents-change-not-charity/
LOCATION:Smithsonian National Museum of American History\, 1300 Constitution Ave\, NW Washington\, DC\, 20013\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250310T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250310T204500
DTSTAMP:20260403T161614
CREATED:20241108T184738Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241108T190903Z
UID:29340-1741633200-1741639500@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-3/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="DREDF Parent Training and Information Center":MAILTO:iephelp@dredf.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250306T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250306T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161614
CREATED:20250131T192411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T195923Z
UID:29591-1741266000-1741273200@dredf.org
SUMMARY:ABC’s of Grassroots Organizing Zoom Training
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin the Campaign! \n  \nThis Zoom training is being held by National ADAPT. \n  \nTraining 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 \n  \nCONTACT/ RSVP \n  \nDillon Warren:\n(620) 605-8045\ndillonw@skilonline.com \n  \nMike Oxford:\n(785) 224-3865\nmikeoxford@rocketmail.com
URL:https://dredf.org/event/abcs-of-grassroots-organizing-zoom-training/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250306T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250306T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161614
CREATED:20250124T003415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250124T003415Z
UID:29563-1741262400-1741266000@dredf.org
SUMMARY:Legal Advocacy for Unhoused People with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION: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 bring claims under the ADA. The webinar will also include a Q and A with the attorneys who litigated many of the cases cited in the toolkit. \n  \n*MCLE: 1 General Credit \n  \nYou must register in advance for this training: Registration Link
URL:https://dredf.org/event/legal-advocacy-for-unhoused-people-with-disabilities/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250224T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250224T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161614
CREATED:20241108T180808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250222T001751Z
UID:29330-1740420000-1740425400@dredf.org
SUMMARY:Apoyo a Niños Pequeños con Discapacidad
DESCRIPTION: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 entorno menos restrictivo. Este seminario web se centra en los requisitos legales y cómo los padres / cuidadores pueden abogar por la evaluación necesaria\, metas. servicios y apoyos y participar de manera significativa en el proceso. \n  \nDebe registrarse con anticipación para esta capacitación: Enlace de registro
URL:https://dredf.org/event/apoyo-a-ninos-pequenos-con-discapacidad-de-preescolar-a-primaria/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="DREDF Parent Training and Information Center":MAILTO:iephelp@dredf.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250218T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250218T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161614
CREATED:20250214T200031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250214T211957Z
UID:29637-1739898000-1739908800@dredf.org
SUMMARY:Revolutionary Love Day
DESCRIPTION:Revolutionary love takes many forms\, from intimate love to community care to movements for self-determination. \n  \nJoin CIL and DREDF for an evening centering revolutionary love\, including: \n  \n– A special Bay Area community screening of the film Patrice: The Movie\, a new documentary rom-com all about the next phase of marriage equality: disability.\n– A panel discussion: How Our Struggles are Connected: Marriage Equality\, Protecting Section 504 (the Rehabilitation Act)\, Disability & LGBTQ+ Rights (with a focus on trans rights). \n  \nThis community film screening and panel discussion comes at a pivotal time\, where people with disabilities still do not have marriage equality; where there are renewed threats to marriage equality for LGBTQIA+ people\, and where there are emerging attacks on our trans\, non-binary and genderqueer siblings weaponizing the Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act–the landmark disability rights that prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities. \n  \nAccess: The Ed Roberts Campus is a wheelchair accessible space above Ashby BART. Masks will be required and KN95 masks will be available. Light dinner and movie snacks provided in a separate space from the film screening. Captions and audio descriptions will be provided during the film. ASL interpretation will be provided. \n  \nYou must register in advance for this event: Registration Link
URL:https://dredf.org/event/revolutionary-love-day/
LOCATION:Ed Roberts Campus\, 3075 Adeline Street\, Berkeley\, CA\, 94703\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250212T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250212T104500
DTSTAMP:20260403T161614
CREATED:20250128T235611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250128T235611Z
UID:29574-1739352600-1739357100@dredf.org
SUMMARY:Disability Community Briefing: What You Can Do to Stop the Attack on Section 504
DESCRIPTION:In September 2024\, a group of 17 states filed a lawsuit against the U.S. government called Texas v. Becerra. The lawsuit asks the court to get rid of Section 504 and its regulations. Section 504 is a major civil rights law for people with disabilities. Section 504 makes sure that people with disabilities are treated fairly and included at school and at their doctors appointments. Losing Section 504 would be a devastating loss of major civil rights for the disability community. This community briefing will explain: \n  \n– What Section 504 is and why it is so important to the disability community \n– What the new Section 504 regulations say and why they are good for the disability community \n– What is currently happening in the Texas v. Becerra lawsuit \n– What community members can do to help stop the attack on Section 504 \n  \nYou must register in advance for this training: Registration Link
URL:https://dredf.org/event/disability-community-briefing-what-you-can-do-to-stop-the-attack-on-section-504/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250210T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250210T204500
DTSTAMP:20260403T161614
CREATED:20241108T184442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241108T184442Z
UID:29338-1739214000-1739220300@dredf.org
SUMMARY:Supporting Young Children with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION: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 the legal requirements and how parents/caregivers can advocate for necessary evaluation\, goals\, services and supports\, and participate meaningfully in the process. \n  \nYou must register in advance for this training: Registration link
URL:https://dredf.org/event/supporting-young-children-with-disabilities/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="DREDF Parent Training and Information Center":MAILTO:iephelp@dredf.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250210T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20250210T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T161614
CREATED:20250129T235410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250131T231017Z
UID:29579-1739181600-1739187000@dredf.org
SUMMARY:Educación Especial para Estudiantes con Discapacidades: Lo Esencial
DESCRIPTION:Esta capacitación básica es para padres y profesionales en cómo abogar por un estudiante con discapacidades\, sospechada de\ndiscapacidad o desafíos educativos. Platicaremos de evaluaciones\, metas\, servicios\, colocación y destrezas de abogacía.
URL:https://dredf.org/event/educacion-especial-para-estudiantes-con-discapacidades-lo-esencial/
LOCATION:DREDF Office at the Ed Roberts Campus\, 3075 Adeline Street\, Suite 210\, Berkeley\, CA\, 94703\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="DREDF Parent Training and Information Center":MAILTO:iephelp@dredf.org
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