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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...
Self-Determination Conference Registration Open!
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. Join us Virtually! And hey! The Conference is Free- but you must register by October 1st! October...
Do you have a voting plan for August 11th?
It's always a good idea to plan out how, when and where you are voting ahead of time but it's especially important during a pandemic. The Wisconsin Disability Vote Coalition has put together a fantastic resource to help you plan out your voting experience! Start...
Fall Grants and Training Applications Closing Soon
Employment First Partner Grants: Does your program, school or organization want to increase employment for people with disabilities? Applications for Employment First Partner grants are open until August 16th! Spread the word to others in your community about the...
BPDD State-Plan Virtual Cafes
There are two virtual Conversation Cafes left to gather ideas for our new 5-year plan. We want to know what you think we can do to help people with disabilities have more control over their lives and be more involved in their community. Join us to share your thoughts....
New Family Navigators at LOV Inc
BPDD and LOV Inc. have been supporting tribal and Latinx families in Wisconsin who have a family member with disabilities. When the COVID-19 pandemic came to Wisconsin, we had to halt our in-person activities. To support these families during this time, we proposed...