2022 Employment Matters! Event
When
Wednesday, October 19, 2022
8:00 AM to 9:00 AM Registration, Continental Breakfast. and Networking
9:00 AM to 4:00 PM Conference (Buffet Lunch provided)
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Where
College of the Holy Cross, Hogan Campus Center1 College St
Worcester, MA 01610
Note: Holy Cross is approximately 2 1/2 miles from Worcerster's Union Station (train and bus).
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Join us on Wednesday October 19th from 9:00 to 4:00
for
Employment Matters!
Elevating Diversity in the Equity, Disability and Inclusion Converstion
presented by Massachusetts APSE
Sponsored by
the Massachusetts Department of Developmental Services &
the Doug Flutie Jr. Foundation for Autism
Interested in joining APSE? You can receive a discounted 1-year individual professional membership to APSE and MA-APSE for $90 (new members only). Click on this link, and enter code MAAPSE when completing your membership form to receive the discount.
ACCCOMMODATIONS – PLEASE NOTE: Indicate on your registration form if you will need a reasonable accommodation for the event. Please request accommodations as early as possible. ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS MUST BE RECEIVED BY FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 30th. In addition, please contact David Hoff at david@apse.org or at 617-480-9230 to confirm your accommodation request has been received.
CRC/CONTINUING ED: CRC credits will be available as well as documentation for continuing education.
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EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
KEYNOTE SPEAKER: Keith Jones: Keith Jones is the President and CEO of SoulTouchin' Experiences. SoultTouchin' Experiences is an endeavor founded on the belief that in order to build a stronger community, there must be a heart and soul commitment to those who need assistance in order to care for themselves and in turn caring for others. As an African American community activist and entrepreneur with cerebral palsy, and strong advocate for independent qualtiy living in the community, Mr. Jones has participated actively in various issues that face people with disabilities. Mr. Jones is also extremely active in multi-cultural, cross-disability education and outreach efforts.
FEATURED SPEAKERS: Wally Tablit - Mr. Tablit is the Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion officer on the APSE national board of directors, and will share information on APSE's efforts and perspective, and action steps for attendees to consider. Kathleen Walker - Kathleen Walker is Director of Day and Employment Services for the MA Department of Develomental Services (DDS). She will provide an update on DDS's efforts to advance employment and diversityh.
WORLD CAFE': Attendees will participate in a World Cafe' where we will all network and share ideas, thoughts, challenges, and opportunities regarding equity, diversity, and inclusion, and brainstorm together on how our service systems and communities can better respond to the employment needs of all members of our communities.
BREAKOUT SESSIONS: There will be 6 breakout sessions on a variety of topics related to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion. Topics include:
1. Building Effective Transition Services in a Diverse Community
2. Developing Cultural Competency as an Employment Specialist
3. Beyond DEI: Building an Anti-Racist Culture in the Workplace
4. Working with Families from Diverse Cultures and the Impact on Job Development
5. Building Equity in Policies and Programs for People of Color
6. Power of 5: A Series of 5-Minute Presentations on Employment and Diversity
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If you have any questions regarding the training or MA-APSE please contact Chapter President David Hoff at: david@apse.org; 617-480-9230