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What’s the Word: October 2020
Each month BPDD features a different leader in Wisconsin living with a disability. “What’s the Word?” is an opportunity to hear directly from self-advocates about what’s important to them. This month's column comes from Jason and Julie Endres, two long-time advocates...
Self-Advocate and Family Survey
Each year, the Wisconsin Board for People with Developmental Disabilities (BPDD) does an annual survey for self-advocates and family members who have participated in a BPDD project. We want to know what you think of our projects! If you participated in a project...
New video out on the Self-Determination YouTube Channel!
A new Self Determination, YouTube Channel video was released this week! Check out host Philip as he discusses treating teens with disabilities respectfully. Special guest William, lives like any other teen and wants to be treated like his teenage peers. In this video,...
Voting News from the WI Disability Vote Coalition
Voting News from the WI Disability Vote Coalition The Wisconsin Disability Vote Coalition is a non-partisan effort to help ensure full participation in the electoral process of voters with disabilities. Check out our resources at disabilityvote.org and follow us on...
Self-Determination Conference: Check the Schedule and Register!
Register to attend the Self-Determination Conference today! The Wisconsin Self-Determination Conference empowers people with disabilities in Wisconsin to have more control over their lives. Here are 13 reasons why you should join us for the 13th Self-Determination...
Partners in Policymaking: Application Deadline Extended to Sept. 25
We have decided to extend the deadline for Partners in Policymaking applications! Partners in Policymaking is an advocacy and systems change training program designed to develop a group of future leaders across the state, who are empowered to work with legislators and...
What’s the Word: September 2020
Each month BPDD features a different leader in Wisconsin living with a disability. “What’s the Word?” is an opportunity to hear directly from self-advocates about what’s important to them. This month's column comes from Olivia Johnston, Director of the WI Youth...
Self-Determination YouTube Channel
The SD YouTube channel has a new video out from the vlog Stewing with Stacy! This time Stacy talks about her journey through quarantine, COVID-19 and some of the challenges that go with it. Here is a note from Stacy and the video is linked to the button below. "It’s...
What’s the Word: August 2020
Each month BPDD features a different leader in Wisconsin living with a disability. “What’s the Word?” is an opportunity to hear directly from self-advocates about what’s important to them. This month's column comes from Kristie Carlsen, a Partners in Policymaking...