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What’s the Word- September 2024
“What’s the Word?” is an opportunity to hear directly from self-advocates about what’s important to them. This month's article features Kelsey McNamara an artist from the Fox Valley area and will be a speaker at the Self-Determination Conference this year! If you or...
WI Disability Vote Coalition: Lunch and Learn Sept 17th
September 17th is National Voter Registration Day! The Disability Vote Coalition is celebrating by having a Lunch and Learn on being prepared for the Presidential Election. Join us September 17th from 12:00-12:45 pm to learn how to register or check your...
Self-Determination Conference 2024 – Registration Open Through Sept 20th
Registration is open for the 2024 Self-Determination Conference! Use the link below to find more information about the conference and to register today! The Self-Determination Conference is one of Wisconsin’s biggest (and most amazing) event for people with...
SPARKs Grant Applications Due Sept 6th
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 groups or...
Partners in Policymaking Applications Due Oct 4th
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 – Make Your Plan to Vote
August 13th Fall Partisan Primary Election November 5th Fall General Election The August and November elections are coming quickly. Be ready to vote by checking out our Make Your Plan to Vote fact sheet. This fact sheet informs you about registration, absentee voting,...
What’s the Word – August 2024
“What’s the Word?” is an opportunity to hear directly from self-advocates about what’s important to them. This month's article features former BPDD board member David Pinno. David is an avid advocate for employment supports and benefit reform. In this article David...
Everyday Choices: Teach Your Child to Make Choices in their Everyday Lives
Did you miss the first session of this webinar? There is still time to register for the August 15 and September 19. sessions. Everyday Choices: Teach Your Child to Make Choices in their Everyday Lives. Parents and Family Members: Please join this 3-part series to...
Celebrate 40 years of Community Living for Cindy Bentley!
People First Wisconsin Executive Director, Cindy Bentley, celebrates 40 years of living in the community after being in foster care and then institutionalized at Southern Wisconsin Center until the age of 26. Cindy shares what is possible when people are included in...