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SUMMARY:Webinar: Do’s & Don’ts of Assistance Animals
DESCRIPTION:This presentation highlights the challenges faced by individuals with disabilities in domestic violence situations\, as well as the ways that domestic violence can itself be disabling. It explores the definition of domestic violence through a disability lens\, emphasizing the prevalence and consequences of intimate partner violence\, child abuse\, and caretaker abuse and neglect. Accessibility is discussed\, focusing on safe environments and resource availability\, including service animals. The presentation concludes with strategies for disability-inclusive advocacy\, urging communities and service providers to adopt inclusive approaches to protect and support individuals with disabilities. \n\nThis webinar will be offered at the following times: \n\n\nWednesday\, October 16\, 2024 at 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM — (Click here to register)\n\nTuesday\, October 29\, 2024 at 2:00 to 4:00 PM — (Click here to register)\n\n\nDisability Network Southwest Michigan believes all people deserve full access and inclusion in our programs and services and will make every effort to secure necessary accommodations for participants in our events. Please register as soon as possible if you will require an accommodation to participate. \n\nIf you have any questions or concerns regarding this webinar\, please follow this link to email Miranda or call her at 269-345-1516 x120.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/webinar-dos-donts-of-assistance-animals-2/
CATEGORIES:Educational
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T100000
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Do's & Don'ts of Assistance Animals
DESCRIPTION:This presentation highlights the challenges faced by individuals with disabilities in domestic violence situations\, as well as the ways that domestic violence can itself be disabling. It explores the definition of domestic violence through a disability lens\, emphasizing the prevalence and consequences of intimate partner violence\, child abuse\, and caretaker abuse and neglect. Accessibility is discussed\, focusing on safe environments and resource availability\, including service animals. The presentation concludes with strategies for disability-inclusive advocacy\, urging communities and service providers to adopt inclusive approaches to protect and support individuals with disabilities. \n\nThis webinar will be offered at the following times: \n\n\nWednesday\, October 16\, 2024 at 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM — (Click here to register)\n\nTuesday\, October 29\, 2024 at 2:00 to 4:00 PM — (Click here to register)\n\n\nDisability Network Southwest Michigan believes all people deserve full access and inclusion in our programs and services and will make every effort to secure necessary accommodations for participants in our events. Please register as soon as possible if you will require an accommodation to participate. \n\nIf you have any questions or concerns regarding this webinar\, please follow this link to email Miranda or call her at 269-345-1516 x120.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/webinar-dos-donts-of-assistance-animals/
CATEGORIES:Educational
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T143000
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Supporting Autistic People
DESCRIPTION:This presentation highlights the challenges faced by individuals with disabilities in domestic violence situations\, as well as the ways that domestic violence can itself be disabling. It explores the definition of domestic violence through a disability lens\, emphasizing the prevalence and consequences of intimate partner violence\, child abuse\, and caretaker abuse and neglect. Accessibility is discussed\, focusing on safe environments and resource availability\, including service animals. The presentation concludes with strategies for disability-inclusive advocacy\, urging communities and service providers to adopt inclusive approaches to protect and support individuals with disabilities. \n\nThis webinar will be offered at the following times: \n\n\nWednesday\, October 16\, 2024 at 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM — (Click here to register)\n\nTuesday\, October 29\, 2024 at 2:00 to 4:00 PM — (Click here to register)\n\n\nDisability Network Southwest Michigan believes all people deserve full access and inclusion in our programs and services and will make every effort to secure necessary accommodations for participants in our events. Please register as soon as possible if you will require an accommodation to participate. \n\nIf you have any questions or concerns regarding this webinar\, please follow this link to email Miranda or call her at 269-345-1516 x120.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/ptw-the-power-of-connection/
CATEGORIES:Educational
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260506T160000
DTSTAMP:20260430T084717
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Mental Health Through a Disability Lens
DESCRIPTION:This presentation highlights the challenges faced by individuals with disabilities in domestic violence situations\, as well as the ways that domestic violence can itself be disabling. It explores the definition of domestic violence through a disability lens\, emphasizing the prevalence and consequences of intimate partner violence\, child abuse\, and caretaker abuse and neglect. Accessibility is discussed\, focusing on safe environments and resource availability\, including service animals. The presentation concludes with strategies for disability-inclusive advocacy\, urging communities and service providers to adopt inclusive approaches to protect and support individuals with disabilities. \n\nThis webinar will be offered at the following times: \n\n\nWednesday\, October 16\, 2024 at 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM — (Click here to register)\n\nTuesday\, October 29\, 2024 at 2:00 to 4:00 PM — (Click here to register)\n\n\nDisability Network Southwest Michigan believes all people deserve full access and inclusion in our programs and services and will make every effort to secure necessary accommodations for participants in our events. Please register as soon as possible if you will require an accommodation to participate. \n\nIf you have any questions or concerns regarding this webinar\, please follow this link to email Miranda or call her at 269-345-1516 x120.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/webinar-mental-health-through-a-disability-lens-2/
CATEGORIES:Educational
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260512T130000
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DTSTAMP:20260430T084717
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Ableism 101
DESCRIPTION:This presentation highlights the challenges faced by individuals with disabilities in domestic violence situations\, as well as the ways that domestic violence can itself be disabling. It explores the definition of domestic violence through a disability lens\, emphasizing the prevalence and consequences of intimate partner violence\, child abuse\, and caretaker abuse and neglect. Accessibility is discussed\, focusing on safe environments and resource availability\, including service animals. The presentation concludes with strategies for disability-inclusive advocacy\, urging communities and service providers to adopt inclusive approaches to protect and support individuals with disabilities. \n\nThis webinar will be offered at the following times: \n\n\nWednesday\, October 16\, 2024 at 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM — (Click here to register)\n\nTuesday\, October 29\, 2024 at 2:00 to 4:00 PM — (Click here to register)\n\n\nDisability Network Southwest Michigan believes all people deserve full access and inclusion in our programs and services and will make every effort to secure necessary accommodations for participants in our events. Please register as soon as possible if you will require an accommodation to participate. \n\nIf you have any questions or concerns regarding this webinar\, please follow this link to email Miranda or call her at 269-345-1516 x120.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/ptw-instilling-disability-pride-in-your-child-3/
CATEGORIES:Educational
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260513T090000
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SUMMARY:Coffee with the CEO
DESCRIPTION:This presentation highlights the challenges faced by individuals with disabilities in domestic violence situations\, as well as the ways that domestic violence can itself be disabling. It explores the definition of domestic violence through a disability lens\, emphasizing the prevalence and consequences of intimate partner violence\, child abuse\, and caretaker abuse and neglect. Accessibility is discussed\, focusing on safe environments and resource availability\, including service animals. The presentation concludes with strategies for disability-inclusive advocacy\, urging communities and service providers to adopt inclusive approaches to protect and support individuals with disabilities. \n\nThis webinar will be offered at the following times: \n\n\nWednesday\, October 16\, 2024 at 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM — (Click here to register)\n\nTuesday\, October 29\, 2024 at 2:00 to 4:00 PM — (Click here to register)\n\n\nDisability Network Southwest Michigan believes all people deserve full access and inclusion in our programs and services and will make every effort to secure necessary accommodations for participants in our events. Please register as soon as possible if you will require an accommodation to participate. \n\nIf you have any questions or concerns regarding this webinar\, please follow this link to email Miranda or call her at 269-345-1516 x120.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/coffee-with-the-ceo/
LOCATION:Disability Network Southwest Michigan\, 517 E Crosstown Pkwy\, Kalamazoo\, MI\, 49001\, United States
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Advocating for Yourself in Healthcare
DESCRIPTION:This presentation highlights the challenges faced by individuals with disabilities in domestic violence situations\, as well as the ways that domestic violence can itself be disabling. It explores the definition of domestic violence through a disability lens\, emphasizing the prevalence and consequences of intimate partner violence\, child abuse\, and caretaker abuse and neglect. Accessibility is discussed\, focusing on safe environments and resource availability\, including service animals. The presentation concludes with strategies for disability-inclusive advocacy\, urging communities and service providers to adopt inclusive approaches to protect and support individuals with disabilities. \n\nThis webinar will be offered at the following times: \n\n\nWednesday\, October 16\, 2024 at 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM — (Click here to register)\n\nTuesday\, October 29\, 2024 at 2:00 to 4:00 PM — (Click here to register)\n\n\nDisability Network Southwest Michigan believes all people deserve full access and inclusion in our programs and services and will make every effort to secure necessary accommodations for participants in our events. Please register as soon as possible if you will require an accommodation to participate. \n\nIf you have any questions or concerns regarding this webinar\, please follow this link to email Miranda or call her at 269-345-1516 x120.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/webinar-advocating-for-yourself-in-healthcare/
CATEGORIES:Educational
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260519T113000
DTSTAMP:20260430T084717
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Advocating for Yourself in Healthcare
DESCRIPTION:This presentation highlights the challenges faced by individuals with disabilities in domestic violence situations\, as well as the ways that domestic violence can itself be disabling. It explores the definition of domestic violence through a disability lens\, emphasizing the prevalence and consequences of intimate partner violence\, child abuse\, and caretaker abuse and neglect. Accessibility is discussed\, focusing on safe environments and resource availability\, including service animals. The presentation concludes with strategies for disability-inclusive advocacy\, urging communities and service providers to adopt inclusive approaches to protect and support individuals with disabilities. \n\nThis webinar will be offered at the following times: \n\n\nWednesday\, October 16\, 2024 at 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM — (Click here to register)\n\nTuesday\, October 29\, 2024 at 2:00 to 4:00 PM — (Click here to register)\n\n\nDisability Network Southwest Michigan believes all people deserve full access and inclusion in our programs and services and will make every effort to secure necessary accommodations for participants in our events. Please register as soon as possible if you will require an accommodation to participate. \n\nIf you have any questions or concerns regarding this webinar\, please follow this link to email Miranda or call her at 269-345-1516 x120.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/webinar-advocating-for-yourself-in-healthcare-2/
CATEGORIES:Educational
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260527T160000
DTSTAMP:20260430T084717
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Ableism 102
DESCRIPTION:This presentation highlights the challenges faced by individuals with disabilities in domestic violence situations\, as well as the ways that domestic violence can itself be disabling. It explores the definition of domestic violence through a disability lens\, emphasizing the prevalence and consequences of intimate partner violence\, child abuse\, and caretaker abuse and neglect. Accessibility is discussed\, focusing on safe environments and resource availability\, including service animals. The presentation concludes with strategies for disability-inclusive advocacy\, urging communities and service providers to adopt inclusive approaches to protect and support individuals with disabilities. \n\nThis webinar will be offered at the following times: \n\n\nWednesday\, October 16\, 2024 at 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM — (Click here to register)\n\nTuesday\, October 29\, 2024 at 2:00 to 4:00 PM — (Click here to register)\n\n\nDisability Network Southwest Michigan believes all people deserve full access and inclusion in our programs and services and will make every effort to secure necessary accommodations for participants in our events. Please register as soon as possible if you will require an accommodation to participate. \n\nIf you have any questions or concerns regarding this webinar\, please follow this link to email Miranda or call her at 269-345-1516 x120.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/webinar-ableism-102-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260609T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260609T113000
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Disability Language & Etiquette
DESCRIPTION:This presentation highlights the challenges faced by individuals with disabilities in domestic violence situations\, as well as the ways that domestic violence can itself be disabling. It explores the definition of domestic violence through a disability lens\, emphasizing the prevalence and consequences of intimate partner violence\, child abuse\, and caretaker abuse and neglect. Accessibility is discussed\, focusing on safe environments and resource availability\, including service animals. The presentation concludes with strategies for disability-inclusive advocacy\, urging communities and service providers to adopt inclusive approaches to protect and support individuals with disabilities. \n\nThis webinar will be offered at the following times: \n\n\nWednesday\, October 16\, 2024 at 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM — (Click here to register)\n\nTuesday\, October 29\, 2024 at 2:00 to 4:00 PM — (Click here to register)\n\n\nDisability Network Southwest Michigan believes all people deserve full access and inclusion in our programs and services and will make every effort to secure necessary accommodations for participants in our events. Please register as soon as possible if you will require an accommodation to participate. \n\nIf you have any questions or concerns regarding this webinar\, please follow this link to email Miranda or call her at 269-345-1516 x120.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/webinar-disability-language-etiquette-2/
CATEGORIES:Educational,General
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260616T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T084717
CREATED:20240221T182808Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: You CAN Work When Receiving Social Security Disability Benefits!
DESCRIPTION:This presentation highlights the challenges faced by individuals with disabilities in domestic violence situations\, as well as the ways that domestic violence can itself be disabling. It explores the definition of domestic violence through a disability lens\, emphasizing the prevalence and consequences of intimate partner violence\, child abuse\, and caretaker abuse and neglect. Accessibility is discussed\, focusing on safe environments and resource availability\, including service animals. The presentation concludes with strategies for disability-inclusive advocacy\, urging communities and service providers to adopt inclusive approaches to protect and support individuals with disabilities. \n\nThis webinar will be offered at the following times: \n\n\nWednesday\, October 16\, 2024 at 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM — (Click here to register)\n\nTuesday\, October 29\, 2024 at 2:00 to 4:00 PM — (Click here to register)\n\n\nDisability Network Southwest Michigan believes all people deserve full access and inclusion in our programs and services and will make every effort to secure necessary accommodations for participants in our events. Please register as soon as possible if you will require an accommodation to participate. \n\nIf you have any questions or concerns regarding this webinar\, please follow this link to email Miranda or call her at 269-345-1516 x120.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/ptw-understanding-social-security-benefits/
CATEGORIES:Educational
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260625T113000
DTSTAMP:20260430T084717
CREATED:20240422T183731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T171204Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Accessible Content
DESCRIPTION:This presentation highlights the challenges faced by individuals with disabilities in domestic violence situations\, as well as the ways that domestic violence can itself be disabling. It explores the definition of domestic violence through a disability lens\, emphasizing the prevalence and consequences of intimate partner violence\, child abuse\, and caretaker abuse and neglect. Accessibility is discussed\, focusing on safe environments and resource availability\, including service animals. The presentation concludes with strategies for disability-inclusive advocacy\, urging communities and service providers to adopt inclusive approaches to protect and support individuals with disabilities. \n\nThis webinar will be offered at the following times: \n\n\nWednesday\, October 16\, 2024 at 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM — (Click here to register)\n\nTuesday\, October 29\, 2024 at 2:00 to 4:00 PM — (Click here to register)\n\n\nDisability Network Southwest Michigan believes all people deserve full access and inclusion in our programs and services and will make every effort to secure necessary accommodations for participants in our events. Please register as soon as possible if you will require an accommodation to participate. \n\nIf you have any questions or concerns regarding this webinar\, please follow this link to email Miranda or call her at 269-345-1516 x120.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/webinar-accessible-content-5/
CATEGORIES:Educational,General
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260724T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260724T133000
DTSTAMP:20260430T084717
CREATED:20260428T212624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T214257Z
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SUMMARY:Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Celebration
DESCRIPTION:This presentation highlights the challenges faced by individuals with disabilities in domestic violence situations\, as well as the ways that domestic violence can itself be disabling. It explores the definition of domestic violence through a disability lens\, emphasizing the prevalence and consequences of intimate partner violence\, child abuse\, and caretaker abuse and neglect. Accessibility is discussed\, focusing on safe environments and resource availability\, including service animals. The presentation concludes with strategies for disability-inclusive advocacy\, urging communities and service providers to adopt inclusive approaches to protect and support individuals with disabilities. \n\nThis webinar will be offered at the following times: \n\n\nWednesday\, October 16\, 2024 at 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM — (Click here to register)\n\nTuesday\, October 29\, 2024 at 2:00 to 4:00 PM — (Click here to register)\n\n\nDisability Network Southwest Michigan believes all people deserve full access and inclusion in our programs and services and will make every effort to secure necessary accommodations for participants in our events. Please register as soon as possible if you will require an accommodation to participate. \n\nIf you have any questions or concerns regarding this webinar\, please follow this link to email Miranda or call her at 269-345-1516 x120.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/americans-with-disabilities-act-ada-celebration/
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