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Employment First Partner Grant: Applications due Today!

Does your program, school or organization want to increase employment for people with disabilities? Spread the word to others in your community about the importance of employment for people with disabilities. Activities our grants support include presenting to service clubs and business groups, organizing community conversations, holding legislative events and town hall meetings, and educating […]

Partners in Policymaking Applications due Today

This workshop will train you how to advocate for policies and initiatives that support full participation and inclusion of people with developmental disabilities. If you have always wanted to do Partners, but transportation has been a barrier, this may be your year since the sessions will be held virtually! For more information on the program […]

SPARKs Grant Applications due Today!

Do you have an idea to make your community a better place for people with disabilities? Organize your grassroots group and apply for funding to help make it happen! Individuals with developmental disabilities and family members may apply. We are looking for projects with a focus on voting (for the 2020 election), COVID-19, create transportation […]

Virtual Board Meeting

The September Board meeting will be held virtually via zoom this year. 

Final Day to register for the Self-Determination Conference

Self determination means taking control of your life. Join us in October for one of the biggest events for people with disabilities and the people who support them. Learn how to live more independently, participate more in your community, and direct your public funds efficiently. Today is the last day to register for the FREE […]

Executive Committee Meeting

The Wisconsin Board for People with Developmental Disabilities will hold its October Executive Committee meeting on October 6th from 2-3 pm via teleconference out of its office located at 101 E Wilson St rm 219 in Madison WI. If you’d like the call-in information you can contact Jeremy at 608-266-7826 or Jeremy.Gundlach@wisconsin.gov.

Self-Determination Conference 2020

Kalahari Resort 1305 Kalahari Dr, Wisconsin Dells, WI, United States

More information coming soon!

Final day to request an absentee ballot for Nov 3rd

The Wisconsin Disability Vote Coalition encourages voters to vote absentee in the August 11 and November 3 elections because of concerns about Covid-19. This fact sheet can help to answer your questions about Absentee Voting DVC Absentee Voting Fact Sheet 2020 Elections (accessible pdf) Absentee Ballot Deadline For November 3rd election: October 29th at 5 […]

November is Family Caregiver Awareness Month!

November is National Family Caregivers Awareness Month! Each year we take time to give thanks to family members who provide cares for a loved one. The Wisconsin's Family Caregiver Support Programs, The Arc Wisconsin and Respite Care Association of Wisconsin are hosting virtual celebrations throughout the month through Facebook! 

Executive Committee Meeting

The Wisconsin Board for People with Developmental Disabilities will hold its December Executive Committee meeting on December 1st from 2-3 pm via teleconference out of its office located at 101 E Wilson St rm 219 in Madison WI. If you’d like the call-in information you can contact Jeremy at 608-266-7826 or Jeremy.Gundlach@wisconsin.gov.

Inclusive Schools Week

Each year during the first full week of December we celebrate Inclusive Schools week. It's not only a time to look back and be grateful for the progress made but also a time to come together and discuss how to make our schools work for all kids! 2021 is a budget year for the state […]

Diversity Committee Meeting

The Wisconsin Board for People with Developmental Disabilities will hold its first Diversity Committee meeting of the year on January 19th from 3-4pm. If you would like to listen to the meeting you can request the zoom link from Jeremy at Jeremy.Gundlach@wisconsin.gov.Coming Soon

February Executive Committee

The Wisconsin Board for People with Developmental Disabilities will hold its February Executive Committee meeting on February 9th from 2-3 pm virtually.  If you’d like the call-in information you can contact Jeremy at 608-266-7826 or Jeremy.Gundlach@wisconsin.gov.

Virtual State Budget Training- MKE Mental Health Task Force

Join us at the March Mental Health Task Force meeting on Tuesday March 9th from 3 – 5 PM. We are pleased to welcome Wisconsin Medicaid Director Jim Jones, who will provide an update on recent Medicaid initiatives, as well a state budget update. Following Director Jones, we will have a special briefing on the […]

Virtual State Budget Training

Wed, Mar 1011 – 12:15 pm Throughout the month of March join the WI Board for People with Developmental Disabilities (BPDD), Disability Rights Wisconsin (DRW), The ARC Wisconsin, and People First Wisconsin as we discuss how Governor Evers’ proposed budget will affect individuals with disabilities and their families. These virtual trainings are free but registration […]

COVID-19 Vaccine: What People in Long-Term Care and their Caregivers Need to Know

Join us on Thursday, March 11th from 6:30pm-7:30pm for a special EVENING presentation on the COVID-19 vaccine. BPDD will be joined by Sue Urban, a Registered Nurse consultant with IRIS. We will walk through the new BPDD vaccine fact sheets and answer frequently asked questions about where and how to get the vaccine. Learn what […]

Virtual State Budget Training

Thurs, Mar 186 – 7:30 pm Throughout the month of March join the WI Board for People with Developmental Disabilities (BPDD), Disability Rights Wisconsin (DRW), The ARC Wisconsin, and People First Wisconsin as we discuss how Governor Evers’ proposed budget will affect individuals with disabilities and their families. These virtual trainings are free but registration […]

Virtual Disability Advocacy Day

Tuesday, March 23, 2021  10:00 am – 12:00pmVirtually on Zoom Disability Day of Action is a virtual event focused on connecting Disability Advocates with their legislators to talk about issues that matter to them. Attendees are expected to participate in the morning briefing and call their legislators in the afternoon. REGISTRATION INFORMATIONRegistration open!  Everyone MUST register to […]

Virtual State Budget Training

Thurs, March 2512 -1:30 pm Throughout the month of March join the WI Board for People with Developmental Disabilities (BPDD), Disability Rights Wisconsin (DRW), The ARC Wisconsin, and People First Wisconsin as we discuss how Governor Evers’ proposed budget will affect individuals with disabilities and their families. These virtual trainings are free but registration is […]

Circles of Life Conference

EDUCATE AND EMPOWER TOGETHER May 6 and 7, 2021 Circles of Life is Wisconsin’s annual conference for families who have children with disabilities and the providers and other professionals who support them. This year’s conference will be held “virtually” using Zoom video-conferencing. Register Today – This is a free event for families and people with […]

BPDD State Plan Virtual Listening Session

Every five years, the Wisconsin Board for People with Developmental Disabilities (BPDD) submits a plan to the federal government for systems change focused on improving the quality of life for people with developmental disabilities through full inclusion and participation in all aspects of community life. This plan will be in effect for the 2022-2026 federal […]

BPDD State Plan Virtual Listening Session

Every five years, the Wisconsin Board for People with Developmental Disabilities (BPDD) submits a plan to the federal government for systems change focused on improving the quality of life for people with developmental disabilities through full inclusion and participation in all aspects of community life. This plan will be in effect for the 2022-2026 federal […]

Youth Leadership Forum

WHERE:    Edgewood College, Madison WHEN:      July 11-16, 2021 COST:       FREE APPLY BY: May 10, 2021 Become a part of the youth that lead us! This week-long forum is for high school students with disabilities who want to learn more about leadership, self-advocacy skills, and career awareness. Do you want to: Meet other students your age from around […]

Plain Language Training: Part 1

Effective Communication with Plain Language: Training Learn how to use plain language to save time, money, work, and frustration…and get better results! Plain Language skills can help you get your written or spoken message across quickly and clearly. These skills are useful to people in every field, including the disability field. Plain language is communication your […]

Plain Language Training: Part 2

Effective Communication with Plain Language: Training Learn how to use plain language to save time, money, work, and frustration…and get better results! Plain Language skills can help you get your written or spoken message across quickly and clearly. These skills are useful to people in every field, including the disability field. Plain language is communication your […]

January Board Meeting

The Wisconsin Board for People with Developmental Disabilities will hold our January Board Meeting virtually. The agenda, minutes, packet and public notice can be found below. If you’d like the call-in or zoom link information you can contact Jeremy at 608-266-7826 or Jeremy.Gundlach@wisconsin.gov.

Supported Decision Making Virtual Training

Supported Decision-Making Training: February 17th 2022 Para registrarse en español por favor use este enlace: https://bit.ly/3DiTewY Wisconsin’s Supported Decision-Making Law took effect in Spring of 2018. Supported Decision-Making is one alternative to guardianship that allows people with disabilities and older adults to retain their legal rights. This statewide training will cover: What Supported Decision-Making is What […]

March Board Meeting

The Wisconsin Board for People with Developmental Disabilities will hold our March Board Meeting virtually. The agenda, minutes, packet and public notice can be found below. If you’d like the call-in or zoom link information you can contact Jeremy at 608-266-7826 or Jeremy.Gundlach@wisconsin.gov.

May Board Meeting

The Wisconsin Board for People with Developmental Disabilities will hold our May Board Meeting virtually. The agenda, minutes, packet and public notice can be found below. If you’d like the call-in or zoom link information you can contact Jeremy at 608-266-7826 or Jeremy.Gundlach@wisconsin.gov.

July Board Meeting

The Wisconsin Board for People with Developmental Disabilities will hold our July Board Meeting virtually. The agenda, minutes, packet and public notice can be found below. If you’d like the call-in or zoom link information you can contact Jeremy at 608-266-7826 or Jeremy.Gundlach@wisconsin.gov.

September Board Meeting

The Wisconsin Board for People with Developmental Disabilities will hold our September Board Retreat in-person at the Green Lake Conference Center. The agenda, minutes, packet and public notice can be found below. If you’d like the call-in or zoom link information you can contact Jeremy at 608-266-7826 or Jeremy.Gundlach@wisconsin.gov.No Business Meeting at the retreat