Events

Join us on Wednesday March 4th, 2026 at 12:00 PM for an inspiring and informative session with Dan Minko, co-founder of Spectrum Sports, an inclusive sports and fitness program that focuses on helping individuals of all abilities get active and engaged.

In this webinar, Dan will share his journey—starting with his early volunteer work at the Special Olympics and continuing through his career as a teacher and now as a leader in the inclusive sports world. He’ll discuss how Spectrum Sports uses basic sports skills, obstacle courses, fitness activities, and games to support athletes in a safe, social, and loving environment.

Join us on Wednesday, March 18th at 12:00PM for an informative session with Amy Taklif of New Jersey Catastrophic Illness in Children Relief Fund.

What happens when professional expertise meets personal experience? Join us on Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 6:00pm for this inspiring and practical webinar, a former LDTC and school district case manager, Kate Panfile, shares her powerful journey from working inside the system to navigating it as the mother of a child with higher needs — and ultimately building a business dedicated to supporting and empowering parents of children with autism.

Whether you’re new to the autism journey or looking to strengthen your advocacy skills, this session will leave you informed, encouraged, and empowered with practical tools you can use right away.

Join us on Wednesday, September 16, at 12:00pm for an informative webinar led by Robyn Holt, Director of the Criminal Justice Advocacy Program, focused on supporting students with IDD in understanding consent, emotions, and safe boundaries. This session will explore practical, developmentally appropriate strategies for teaching these critical concepts, promoting self-advocacy, and enhancing personal safety. Designed for educators, caregivers, and service providers, the webinar offers actionable tools you can apply immediately in educational and community settings.