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Governor Listening Sessions
The Governor is preparing his state budget proposal to give to the legislature in February. The state budget impacts many programs important to people with disabilities including Family Care, IRIS, CLTS, special education, non-driver transportation, employment...
Register today for a 2-part Accessibility Webinar Series
Making Documents and Websites Accessible: Webinar Series Learn accessibility and plain language strategies so everyone can understand what you are saying! 2-Part Zoom Training: Wednesday, Dec. 11, 11 am to 12:30 pm: Accessibility Strategies with Denise Jess and Jim...
Family and Self-Advocate Survey
We want to know what you think of our projects! If you are a person with a disability or a family member who participated in a project this year, please take a couple of minutes to complete this short survey. Your feedback helps us understand how our projects impact...
Self-Determination Conference: Save the Date October 20-22, 2025
Another successful Self-Determination conference in the books! Thanks to everyone who made this year so wonderful! If you weren't able to make it this year, save the date for 2025 and join us October 20-22, 2025!
What’s the Word
“What’s the Word?” is an opportunity to hear directly from self-advocates about what’s important to them. This month’s article comes from BPDD board member, Sydney Badeau. This month's article is a bit different than our regular What's the Words. Sydney has written a...
Election Day is November 5th! Are you ready?
3 things to know: Your rights! Know your rights so you can speak up for yourself. https://disabilityvote.org/2021/voting-rights-fact-sheet/ Make a Plan! How will you vote? Do you have the proper photo ID? Do you know what accommodations you can ask for? Check...
The Living Well Blueprint
The Living Well Blueprint is a comprehensive guide designed to enhance the quality of life for individuals with disabilities who receive home and community-based services (HCBS). It is a vital resource for individuals, providers, and state agencies, each playing a...
Partners in Policymaking Application Deadline Extended to October 18th
Wisconsin Partners in Policymaking is a six‐session advocacy and systems change training program that develops future leaders across the state who are able to work with legislators and communities on policies and initiatives that will support the full participation...
WI Disability Vote Coalition: October 15th Webinar
The WI Disability Vote Coalition will have one more free online webinar before the election. The webinar will be held October 15 from 12:00-12:45pm. This webinar will cover:• What’s on the ballot• Constitutional Amendment question• The variety of ways you can vote•...