Event Calendar
The Events page lists upcoming opportunities to learn on-demand (recorded), online learning, and with peers. You can choose from a range of topics and select what’s best for you – self-paced, peer-to-peer, in-person, or virtual learning. These events cover topics like special education, advocacy, disability rights, and family support. It’s a place to stay connected, learn new skills, engage with others in the disability community, and share your wisdom with others.
Are you looking for something more personalized and at your pace? Check out our on demand Learning Library!
Online – Parents & Caregivers Join us for: Pierce County Speak up and Be Heard!
January 13, 2026 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm PST
A drop in hour with peers. Listen, share, how are you speaking up? Support others to do so.
The Washington Legislative Session is just around the corner. There are many ways to be involved.
- Not sure what to say? Join your peers for support.
- Have an issue important to you? Join us to get feedback.
- Want to make a difference? Join your peers to see how they did it!
What’s its about?
A supportive space from 12 pm – 1 pm with your Pierce County peers as parents and/or caregivers (e.g. Aunties, Grandparents, neighbors, etc.) of a person with an intellectual and/or developmental disability. To share, listen, learn, and offer your wisdom.
Next peer-to-peer option:
- January 13, 2026, from 12 – 1 p.m
Our time can include…
- Inspiring videos of parents/caregivers sharing their stories
- How to build your advocacy story
- Time to identify issues important to you
- Listen to each other’s story
- Ask for feedback
- Give feedback to those that ask
- Ongoing discussion and feedback throughout the session
Where can you use what you learn?
- Speaking with legislators and decision-makers
- Participating in advocacy events or rallies
- Sharing your story with community groups or on social media
- Building confidence to speak up and take part in important decisions in your community
- Learning how to stand up for yourself and others in ways that help make change
What’s Next?
Pre-register to receive a secure link to join for any amount of time during the hour. Listen, share your wisdom, and get feedback. If it turns out you can’t join us, by preregistering we’ll send notes and info from the peer-coaching (aka cheering each other on) session.
Questions? To register?
Questions? Need assistance? Call (253) 565-2266 or email us at p2p@wapave.org.