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SUMMARY:Autistic Adult Peer Support - Thursday
DESCRIPTION:This group provides an opportunity for Autistic adults to enjoy authentic social interactions and build genuine friendships in a safe and non-judgmental space. All Autistic adults are welcome to attend\, including self-diagnosed Autistics and those who were previously diagnosed with Asperger’s or PDD. \n\n\n\nMeetings are held online using Zoom. Follow this link for further details on the Autistic Adult Peer Support Group and to complete registration. \n\n\n\nFor more information email Max or call them at 269-345-1516 x 126.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/autistic-adult-peer-support-thursday-2/
CATEGORIES:Social,Support Group
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SUMMARY:Autistic Adult Peer Support - Tuesday
DESCRIPTION:This group provides an opportunity for Autistic adults to enjoy authentic social interactions and build genuine friendships in a safe and non-judgmental space. All Autistic adults are welcome to attend\, including self-diagnosed Autistics and those who were previously diagnosed with Asperger’s or PDD. \n\n\n\nMeetings are held online using Zoom. Follow this link for further details on the Autistic Adult Peer Support Group and to complete registration. \n\n\n\nFor more information email Max or call them at 269-345-1516 x 126.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/autistic-adult-peer-support-tuesday-3/
CATEGORIES:Social,Support Group
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Disability in Tech & Media
DESCRIPTION:The media we consume shapes our collective understanding of disability. This workshop will examine media portrayals of disability and how they reinforce stereotypes. We will discuss how we can move toward more respectful\, authentic representations of disability in the media. \n\n\n\nThis webinar is being offered at the following times: \n\n\n\n\nTuesday\, March 12\, 2024 at 1:30 to 3:30 PM — (Click here to register)\n\n\n\nWednesday\, March 20\, 2024 at 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM — (Click here to register)\n\n\n\n\nParticipation in this event is available through an internet connection. Disability 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\n\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-in-tech-media-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240313T093000
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Disability & Intersectionality
DESCRIPTION:Intersectionality describes how people’s overlapping identities impact their experiences with privilege and oppression. Presenters will define ableism\, racism\, sexism\, classism\, and other forms of oppression and discuss their impact on people with disabilities. We will look at ways to build a more inclusive society for all. \n\n\n\nThis webinar is being offered at the following times: \n\n\n\n\nWednesday\, March 13\, 2024 at 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM — (Click here to register)\n\n\n\nTuesday\, March 26\, 2024 at 1:30 to 4:00 PM — (Click here to register)\n\n\n\n\nParticipation in this event is available through an internet connection. Disability 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\n\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-intersectionality/
CATEGORIES:Educational
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240320T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240320T120000
DTSTAMP:20260418T195637
CREATED:20240110T010447Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Disability in Tech & Media
DESCRIPTION:The media we consume shapes our collective understanding of disability. This workshop will examine media portrayals of disability and how they reinforce stereotypes. We will discuss how we can move toward more respectful\, authentic representations of disability in the media. \n\n\n\nThis webinar is being offered at the following times: \n\n\n\n\nWednesday\, March 20\, 2024 at 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM — (Click here to register)\n\n\n\n\nParticipation in this event is available through an internet connection. Disability 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\n\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-in-tech-media-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240111T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240111T190000
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SUMMARY:Autistic Adult Peer Support - Thursday
DESCRIPTION:This group provides an opportunity for Autistic adults to enjoy authentic social interactions and build genuine friendships in a safe and non-judgmental space. All Autistic adults are welcome to attend\, including self-diagnosed Autistics and those who were previously diagnosed with Asperger’s or PDD. \n\n\n\nMeetings are held online using Zoom. Follow this link for further details on the Autistic Adult Peer Support Group and to complete registration. \n\n\n\nFor more information email Max or call them at 269-345-1516 x 126.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/autistic-adult-peer-support-thursday-2/
CATEGORIES:Social,Support Group
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240322T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240322T113000
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SUMMARY:Webmovie: Two and Twenty Troubles
DESCRIPTION:Rachel was a promising young actress before surviving a car accident two years ago. Anthony was born with his physical disability and has been taking a break from acting due to a persistent lack of confidence. Both meet each other at the Nicu’s Spoon Theater – a company whose mission is to provide opportunities to both disabled and non-disabled actors of various ages\, genders\, races and cultural backgrounds. \n\n\n\nThis event is offered at the following time: \n\n\n\n\nFriday\, March 2\, 2024 at 10:00 to 11:30 AM — (Click here to register)\n\n\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\n\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/webmovie-two-and-twenty-troubles/
CATEGORIES:Educational
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240116T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240116T113000
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SUMMARY:Autistic Adult Peer Support - Tuesday
DESCRIPTION:This group provides an opportunity for Autistic adults to enjoy authentic social interactions and build genuine friendships in a safe and non-judgmental space. All Autistic adults are welcome to attend\, including self-diagnosed Autistics and those who were previously diagnosed with Asperger’s or PDD. \n\n\n\nMeetings are held online using Zoom. Follow this link for further details on the Autistic Adult Peer Support Group and to complete registration. \n\n\n\nFor more information email Max or call them at 269-345-1516 x 126.
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/autistic-adult-peer-support-tuesday-3/
CATEGORIES:Social,Support Group
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240327T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240327T193000
DTSTAMP:20260418T195637
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SUMMARY:PtW: Learning About MiABLE Accounts
DESCRIPTION:This presentation is intended for families/guardians. \n\n\n\nThe ABLE Act was signed into law in 2014 and changed the U.S. tax code to create tax-free savings accounts for eligible people with disabilities. Money can be added to these accounts without fear the account holder’s public assistance will be affected. Join R. Scott de Varona of the Michigan Treasury Department to learn about the features and uses of a MiABLE account for your loved one.  \n\n\n\nThis event is presented by R. Scott de Varona\, MBA\, MiABLE Director of Michigan Treasury Dept. on: \n\n\n\n\nMarch 27\, 2024 at 12:00 to 1:30 PM — Click here to register\n\n\n\n\nLearning About MiABLE Accounts is part of our Paving the Way to Self Determination training series. Be sure to check out the other Paving the Way events HERE!
URL:https://www.dnswm.org/event/ptw-learning-about-miable-accounts/
CATEGORIES:Educational,Paving the Way to Self Determination
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