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SUMMARY:Indiana Disability Alliance (IDA) Advocacy in Action: Understanding Public Policy and Making Your Voice Heard-Sept 24\, 26
DESCRIPTION:Public policy decisions made at the Indiana Statehouse have a direct impact on the lives of individuals with disabilities and their families. Legislative decisions influence access to Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) and the quality of life across the lifespan for individuals with disabilities. During the legislative budget session of 2027\, Indiana legislators will be making decisions that affect services to disabled Hoosiers. \nThis interactive training will help participants understand how Indiana’s legislative process works\, identify opportunities for meaningful advocacy\, and develop the skills needed to effectively communicate with policymakers. Attendees will learn how to connect personal experiences to policy issues\, build relationships with legislators\, and take an active role in shaping policies that affect the disability community. \nWhether you are a self-advocate\, family member\, provider\, educator\, or community partner\, this training will provide practical tools to become a more confident and effective advocate. \n  \nBios: \nDr. Macy Pohl serves as the Executive Director of Down Syndrome Indiana (DSI) and represents the organization as a founding member of the Indiana Disability Alliance. \nRachel Deaton serves as the Director of Training and Legislation for the Autism Society of Indiana and represents the organization as a founding member of the Indiana Disability Alliance \n\nThe Indiana Disability Alliance is a statewide coalition of Indiana’s leading disability advocacy organizations that works together to advance policies promoting independence\, inclusion\, and opportunity for people with disabilities. By bringing together organizations representing a broad range of disabilities\, the Alliance provides a unified voice to educate policymakers\, strengthen Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS)\, protect disability rights\, and improve systems that enable individuals with disabilities to live\, learn\, work\, and thrive in their communities. \nThe Indiana Disability Alliance is comprised of: \n\nDown Syndrome Indiana\nThe Arc of Indiana\nAutism Society of Indiana\nFUSE\nIndependence Indiana\nIndiana Family to Family (INF2F)\nIndiana Statewide Independent Living Council (INSILC)\nSelf-Advocates of Indiana (SAI)
URL:https://www.autismsocietyofindiana.org/event/indiana-disability-alliance-ida-advocacy-in-action-understanding-public-policy-and-making-your-voice-heard-sept-24-26/
LOCATION:Evansville Central Public Library\, 200 SE Martin Luther King Jr BLVD\, Evansville\, IN\, 47713\, United States
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SUMMARY:Sibs in Sync-September 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the AFC Nazarene for a public meet up and some indoor play! \nJoin our Sibs in Sync group on September 24th from 4:30-6pm for a public meet up to discuss our new social group in Madison County! Make connections and play! \nThis group is designed for children ages 4–12 who have a sibling with a disability. Come spend time with others in our community who share similar experiences. We can’t wait to see you there!
URL:https://www.autismsocietyofindiana.org/event/sibs-in-sync-september-2026/
LOCATION:The Community Center at AFC Nazarene\, 2301 Meridian St\, Anderson\, IN\, 46016\, United States
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SUMMARY:Caregiver Connection: Your Story Is Advocacy-September 26\, 2026
DESCRIPTION:Caregivers carry stories that can educate\, connect\, advocate\, and create change. Your Voice Is Advocacy explores the power of lived experience and the many ways families can use their stories to influence the world around them. \nThrough this interactive workshop\, guided reflections\, authentic conversations\, and practical examples\, participants will discover how personal stories can become letters to legislators\, testimony and advocacy\, children’s book and social stories\, creative works\, community resources\, and tools that help others. \nThis foundational workshop encourages caregivers to recognize the wisdom within their own experiences\, strengthen their storytelling voice\, and begin identifying where and how their story can make a difference. \n📢 Important Event Reminder \nAll individuals attending this event—including children—must complete the Prana Play waiver before attending. \n📝 Please complete the waiver here: https://waiver.roller.app/PranaPlay/home. \nThank you for completing this requirement ahead of time and helping us make sure everyone has a safe and enjoyable experience!
URL:https://www.autismsocietyofindiana.org/event/caregiver-connection-your-story-is-advocacy-september-26-2026/
LOCATION:Prana Play – A Sensory Haven\, 1019 3rd Ave SW\, Carmel\, IN\, 46032\, United States
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