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May Webinar Schedule
Autism and Neurodiversity: A Study of Views and Influence of a Rising Movement
The neurodiversity movement celebrates autism as an inseparable part of a person’s identity. This movement seeks to change the perception that autism is a “condition, disease, or disorder” that needs to be cured; instead, it emphasizes that autism is a natural difference that does not impact the person’s ability to live a fulfilling life. Register for this webinar to learn about the results of a recent survey conducted on autism and neurodiversity!
Time: Tuesday, May 1, 2012, from 2:00 to 3:00 PM EST
Speakers: Steven Kapp, Autistic Self-Advocacy Network, LA/UCLA Chapter
Hundreds of people with various relationships to autism (for example, individuals with ASD and friends/family of individuals with ASD) completed an online survey on autism and neurodiversity. The survey found that self-identification as “autistic” and awareness of the neurodiversity movement were associated with viewing autism as a positive identity that needs no cure…only necessary supports to build skills and mitigate challenges. This webinar will further discuss the survey’s findings, which will soon appear in the competitive journal, Developmental Psychology. Join us to learn more!
Space is limited. Reserve your seat now for the May 1, 2012 webinar.
A Case for Youth Leadership: Why and How Young People Can Drive Disability Organizations
Young people have been at the heart of every social justice movement. Register for this webinar to learn more about youth leadership in the Disability Rights Movement!
Time: Tuesday, May 8, 2012, from 2:00 to 3:00 PM EST
Speakers: Cindy Singletary and Stacey Milbern, National Youth Leadership Network
Join Cindy Singletary and Stacey Milbern in this engaging presentation as they discuss youth leadership and how you can be an ally to youth with disabilities. These two youth experts will share the philosophy, various models, as well as best practices in the youth leadership development field. Both speakers bring spark, passion, and years of experience to the conversation so reserve your seat today!
Space is limited. Reserve your seat now for the May 8, 2012 webinar.
Let’s Talk About Sex: Discussing the Topics of Sex, Protection, and/or Sexuality from Three Unique Viewpoints
Due to cultural taboos, sexuality is often a difficult topic of discussion for many people, especially individuals with developmental disabilities and their family members. Siblings of people with developmental disabilities can offer a unique pathway to provide important peer support and information on this topic. Register to learn more!
Time: Tuesday, May 15, 2012, from 2:00 to 3:00 PM EST
Speakers: Regina Sullivan (Sibling Advocate), Bethany Stevens (Sex Expert), Ryan Mercer (Developmental Disability Advocate)
For this webinar, we have gathered a panel of individuals from three different perspectives: a sibling of a person with developmental disability, an advocate with a developmental disability, and a professional in the disability field. Listen in as they tackle the topic of sexuality, protection and modes to support people with developmental disabilities with relationships!
Space is limited. Reserve your seat now for the May 15, 2012 webinar.
The Autism Society’s Safe and Sound™ Initiative
Register for this webinar and find out more about what The Autism Society of America is doing to promote the safety and well-being of individuals with autism and other developmental disabilities!
Time: Tuesday, May 29, 2012, from 2:00 to 3:00 PM EST
Speakers: Jennifer Repella, Vice President of Programs, Autism Society of America Sergeant Jimmy Donohoe, Pensacola Police Department Captain Bill Cannata, Westwood Massachusetts Fire Department
Join us for this webinar to learn more about the Autism Society’s Safe & Sound™ initiative, which provides resources to communities about general safety, emergency prevention and preparedness. Speakers will discuss how this initiative provides information and trains first responders such as police, fire fighters, emergency medical technicians and others, on how to interact with and assist individuals with autism in times of an emergency. Listen in to find out how this initiative can help you promote safety for individuals with autism, their families and professionals in your community!
Space is limited. Reserve your seat now for the May 29, 2012 webinar.
Other Information
The Autism NOW Center is a project funded by the Administration on Developmental Disabilities and a national initiative of The Arc. The Center gathers, organizes, and disseminates readily accessible, high-quality resources and information related to community-based services that support independent living and self-determination, treatment protocols that promote community-based experiences, and evidence-based interventions. As part of this mission, The Autism NOW Center hosts free webinars every Tuesday 2:00 to 3:00 pm (EST). Designed for self-advocates, families, professionals, and the general public, these webinars encompass a wide variety of topics and practices in the area of autism spectrum disorders (ASD) and otherdevelopmental disabilities.
For any further questions regarding these webinars, for more information on The Autism NOW Center, or for technical assistance, please contact Jennifer Sladen at jsladen@autismnow.org or Phuong Nguyen at pnguyen@autismnow.org.