The Hear Our Voices group is WIHD's self-advocacy group. We believe in an inclusive world where everyone has the power to share their stories. Hear Our Voices supports individuals with disabilities to speak up for themselves, make their own choices and engage with their communities to impact policy development and disability acceptance. Are you an [...]

This foundational level training is intended to develop participants’ basic understanding of SDI in order to increase knowledge of parents and other family members as engaged meaningful partners in the special education process and the education of their child. Zoom Registration: Click Here

Please join us for a workshop on OPWDD services and eligibility. The New York State Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) is responsible for coordinating services for New Yorkers with developmental and intellectual disabilities. Through this workshop you will learn about the range of OPWDD services available to you and your loved one, and [...]

Learn about OPWDD’s self-direction services which allows for more choice in OPWDD-funded supports and services. The individual must be eligible for OPWDD services and participating in Care Management services through a Care Coordination Organization (CCO) to be approved for self-direction. Therefore, it is recommended that you first attend a workshop on OPWDD eligibility if the [...]

The Hear Our Voices group is WIHD's self-advocacy group. We believe in an inclusive world where everyone has the power to share their stories. Hear Our Voices supports individuals with disabilities to speak up for themselves, make their own choices and engage with their communities to impact policy development and disability acceptance. Join us each [...]

The Hear Our Voices group is WIHD's self-advocacy group. We believe in an inclusive world where everyone has the power to share their stories. Hear Our Voices supports individuals with disabilities to speak up for themselves, make their own choices and engage with their communities to impact policy development and disability acceptance. NO READING REQUIRED! [...]

The purpose of this training is to promote and encourage student and family involvement in the IEP development process and Committee on Special Education (CSE) meetings. Concepts and resources that enhance involvement in student pre-meeting preparation, during the meeting participation and post-meeting activities, will be shared. Zoom Registration Click Here