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This training emphasizes the importance of involving students in their own IEP meetings, aiming to empower them with self-advocacy skills and a sense of ownership over their educational journey. This training not only strengthens the students’ voice in their education but also fosters a collaborative environment where students, educators, and families work together to set achievable goals and create a more inclusive and supportive educational experience.
Young Advocates – The Young Advocates Support Group creates a space for young adults to develop leadership and advocacy skills to help them advocate for themselves and prepare for their future. Attendees will learn about different ways they can advocate in their everyday lives and be active advocates in their community. Youth will also have an opportunity to connect with each other and learn about up-to-date resources and community events like youth conferences, internships, camps, volunteer opportunities, sports events, etc. This group meets once a month on the last Friday from 5-6 pm PT.
Highlights:
- Connect with Peers: Youth will be able to meet others in their community.
- Fun: The meetings are designed to encourage youth to have fun with the use of multiple tools like technology, visuals, and games. Plain language and multiple communication styles are used.
- Guest Speaker and Panelist: Self-advocate leaders who have the lived experience of IDD will share their experiences and give words of encouragement.
- Monthly Topics: Topics can include Bullying, Friendships & Safety, Community Advocacy, College and Housing Supports and much more.
- Active Participation: Meetings are very interactive with open discussion and dialogue. Participants are encouraged to ask questions, participate in discussions, and share their own experiences.
Share Community Stories. Build Community Voice. Develop Community Plans to Strengthen Families Locally
The SFL Collaborative seeks to increase family & community resilience to prevent child maltreatment and foster care entry. We invite you to have a seat at the table and make your voice heard. With your help, communities are creating stronger supports for families and children.
Join parents, volunteers, community agencies, schools, and tribes, in partnership with DCYF in building stronger, healthier communities and families.
**Stipends are available to those who attend this meeting in an unpaid capacity.
Young Advocates – The Young Advocates Support Group creates a space for young adults to develop leadership and advocacy skills to help them advocate for themselves and prepare for their future. Attendees will learn about different ways they can advocate in their everyday lives and be active advocates in their community. Youth will also have an opportunity to connect with each other and learn about up-to-date resources and community events like youth conferences, internships, camps, volunteer opportunities, sports events, etc. This group meets once a month on the last Friday from 5-6 pm PT.
Highlights:
- Connect with Peers: Youth will be able to meet others in their community.
- Fun: The meetings are designed to encourage youth to have fun with the use of multiple tools like technology, visuals, and games. Plain language and multiple communication styles are used.
- Guest Speaker and Panelist: Self-advocate leaders who have the lived experience of IDD will share their experiences and give words of encouragement.
- Monthly Topics: Topics can include Bullying, Friendships & Safety, Community Advocacy, College and Housing Supports and much more.
- Active Participation: Meetings are very interactive with open discussion and dialogue. Participants are encouraged to ask questions, participate in discussions, and share their own experiences.
Share Community Stories. Build Community Voice. Develop Community Plans to Strengthen Families Locally
The SFL Collaborative seeks to increase family & community resilience to prevent child maltreatment and foster care entry. We invite you to have a seat at the table and make your voice heard. With your help, communities are creating stronger supports for families and children.
Join parents, volunteers, community agencies, schools, and tribes, in partnership with DCYF in building stronger, healthier communities and families.
**Stipends are available to those who attend this meeting in an unpaid capacity.