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SUMMARY:Thornburgh Family Lecture Series on Disability Law & Policy
DESCRIPTION:People with disabilities are a diverse and talented population with a wide range of skills and experiences to offer the workforce.  Join us to learn about effective ways to foster a rewarding workforce environment. \nGuest speaker: \nJoyce Bender is the Founder and CEO of Bender Consulting Services\, Inc.\, and the Bender Leadership Academy\, located in Pittsburgh\, PA. Her focus for both organizations is employment for people with disabilities. As a woman living with epilepsy and hard of hearing\, she dedicated her life to a crusade for youth and adults to gain the dream of competitive employment. She works tirelessly to break down the barriers and stigma that exist for people with disabilities. \nGuest participant: \nKaren Hanlon\, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer at Highmark Health will join us for this annual lecture.
URL:https://staging.benderconsult.com/event/thornburgh-family-lecture-series-on-disability-law-policy/
LOCATION:The University Club\, 123 University Place\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15260\, United States
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SUMMARY:2024 Harkin International Disability Employment Summit
DESCRIPTION:The Harkin Summit brings together key champions and implementers from around the world to increase employment of people with disabilities. The 2024 event will be held in Washington\, D.C. at the JW Marriott Hotel. \nThe Harkin International Disability Employment Summit has occurred annually since 2016 and has gathered private employers\, government leaders and disability advocates from more than 40 countries to address the barriers to competitive\, integrated employment for persons with disabilities.
URL:https://staging.benderconsult.com/event/2024-harkin-international-disability-employment-summit/
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SUMMARY:Breaking Down Barriers for Employees With Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:We hope you can join us for an engaging and interactive discussion tailored for HR & benefits professionals on how to break down barriers for employees with apparent and non-apparent disabilities and create an inclusive workplace culture where everyone can thrive. \nNine million U.S. employees have a disability\, but the numbers are certainly higher. Disabilities aren’t always obvious and some\, like long-COVID or depression\, may not be apparent to colleagues. \nJoyce Bender\, CEO at Bender Consulting Services\, an international leader and advocate for disability employment will share insights and lead a panel discussion with members of Pittsburgh’s business and non-profit community. You’ll leave energized with actionable strategies that your organization can implement to strengthen employee engagement. \nTopics we’ll cover: \n\nWhy disability inclusion in the workplace matters today\nHow to encourage employees to self-identify\nSteps you can take to create a more inclusive workplace for persons with disabilities\nExamples of impactful benefit and wellbeing programs that can help support employees and caregivers
URL:https://staging.benderconsult.com/event/breaking-down-barriers-for-employees-with-disabilities/
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SUMMARY:16th Annual Inclusive Voices
DESCRIPTION:How do you chip away at the barriers of race\, ethnicity\, class\, and geography? Invite 300-plus interesting and interested diverse persons over for a nice lunch. \nHeralded as the first forum of its kind in the region\, Inclusive Voices is an event like no other. Since 2008\, approximately 4\,000 individuals from different communities\, sectors\, and disciplines in the region have met across silos while sharing a meal and ideas about issues relevant to life\, culture\, and community. \nOften imitated\, but never duplicated\, Inclusive Voices is PACE’s vision for our community. \nOur Founder and CEO\, Joyce Bender\, will be participating as one of the conversationalists.
URL:https://staging.benderconsult.com/event/16th-annual-inclusive-voices/
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SUMMARY:Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law 2024 Annual Awards Reception
DESCRIPTION:Hosted annually\, the Bazelon Center’s Awards recognize and celebrate leaders in law\, disability rights\, social justice\, mental health\, entertainment and more. We are joined by public officials\, lawyers\, corporate leaders\, foundations\, advocates from across the country who are committed to mental health. \nThis year’s Honorees and Special Guests include: \n\nAmna Nawaz\, Emcee\, Co-Anchor of the PBS News Hour\nJoyce Bender\, Visionary Award Recipient\, Founder & CEO\, Bender Consulting Services\, President\, CEO\, Chair\, The Bender Leadership Academyhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/bazelon-center-for-mental-health-law-2024-annual-awards-reception-tickets-950358577087?aff=oddtdtcreator
URL:https://staging.benderconsult.com/event/bazelon-center-for-mental-health-law-2024-annual-awards-reception/
LOCATION:National Press Club\, 529 14th Street Northwest\, Washington\, DC\, 20045\, United States
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SUMMARY:2024 ATHENA Awards Program of Greater Pittsburgh
DESCRIPTION:The Greater Pittsburgh ATHENA Award and ATHENA Young Professional Award recognizes exceptional women who demonstrate excellence in their profession\, contribute to their community\, and help other women and girls to succeed through mentorship.  \nThe ATHENA Awards event in Pittsburgh is one of the largest annual gatherings among the hundreds of ATHENA International events presented around the world. \nCongratulations to the 2024 ATHENA Award & ATHENA Young Professional Award Finalists: \n2024 ATHENA Award Finalists (in alphabetical order)\n– Cathy Battle – Executive Director/Co-Founder\, Western Pennsylvania Diaper Bank\n– Joyce Bender – CEO/Founder and Board Chair\, Bender Consulting Services\, Inc./Bender Leadership Academy\n– Beverly Block – Founder & Managing Member\, Block & Associates\n– Shanicka Kennedy – Lead Counsel\, Federal Express Corporation\n– Staceylyn Machi – Director Consulting Services\, Executive Sponsor STEM\, President AccelHER8\, CGI \n2024 ATHENA Young Professional Award Finalists (in alphabetical order)\n– Sarah Bell – Director of the Pathways Center\, Waynesburg University\n– Madison Campbell – CEO\, Leda Health\n– Gina Govojdean – Vice President\, Procurement\, Howmet Aerospace \nWhen: September 6\, 2024\nWhere: The Westin Convention Center Pittsburgh Hotel |1000 Penn Avenue Pittsburgh\, PA 15222 \nAgenda:\n11:00AM-12:00PM | Networking\n12:00PM-1:30PM| Luncheon Program
URL:https://staging.benderconsult.com/event/2024-athena-awards-program-of-greater-pittsburgh/
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SUMMARY:2024 AAPD ADA Celebration
DESCRIPTION:This event will also be live streamed to provide a virtual attendance option \nJoin AAPD next Thursday\, July 25th for our annual ADA Celebration to recognize the 34th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)\, where we will  connect with community\, celebrate disability advocacy and culture\, and create disabled joy. This event does sell out\, so be sure to RSVP and get your ticket today to join us in-person or virtually! Virtual tickets are free\, and in-person tickets are $25. If the cost of a ticket is a barrier to entry for you\, please email our team at development@aapd.com to inquire about a free ticket. \nThe highlight of this year’s ADA anniversary celebration will be a panel centering the stories of disabled advocates of color who participated in the Capitol Crawl and who have continued to fight to advance disability rights and justice since the passage of the ADA. \nTo keep our community safe\, proof of a negative COVID test is required for entry to this event\, and masks will be required except for when eating or drinking. If obtaining a test is a barrier for you\, we will also have tests available on-site. If you are attending virtually\, the streaming links with ASL\, audio description\, and captioning will be available closer to the event date. \nJoin us in-person or virtually on July 25\, 2024 from 5:30-7:30 ET: \n\nIn-person: Network with fellow advocates at the Salamander Hotel in Washington\, DC. ASL & CART will be provided\, and a fragrance-free environment is ensured. Masks are required (except for eating/drinking)\, and proof of a negative COVID test is needed for entry.\nVirtual: Stream the event live from anywhere in the wo
URL:https://staging.benderconsult.com/event/2024-aapd-ada-celebration/
LOCATION:Salamander Hotel\, 1330 Maryland Ave SW\, Washington\, DC\, 20024\, United States
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SUMMARY:Disability:IN Global Conference & Expo
DESCRIPTION:EVENTS \n\nInclusion Workshop (moderator)\nDOBE Mentoring Mixer\nOpening Plenary\nHire Ground: Making Inroads in the Recruitment and Hiring of Disabled Talent (panelist)\nDisability Pride Celebration (presentation of the Mary Brougher Supplier Diversity Advocate of the Year Award to the 2024 recipient)\nClosing Plenary: Turning Disability Insights into Action: Activating Disability Inclusion Post Conference (speaker)\n\nEXPO BOOTH \n#65
URL:https://staging.benderconsult.com/event/disabilityin-global-conference-expo-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240615T080000
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SUMMARY:Pittsburgh EAWCP Walk with Team Bender
DESCRIPTION:It’s time to register for the Pittsburgh EAWCP Walk! Join us on Saturday\, June 15\, 2024\, as we celebrate the 36th annual Family Fun Run/Walk for Epilepsy! Remember to contact Carol Howard to let her know you will need a Team Bender t-shirt by May 15th.
URL:https://staging.benderconsult.com/event/pittsburgh-eawcp-walk-with-team-bender/
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SUMMARY:Women of Influence Awards 2024
DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss this popular event as we honor the most influential businesswomen in our region.  Help us to recognize these leading women who are changing their industries and impacting their communities. \nThe event will start with a networking cocktail reception\, followed by an awards ceremony and end with a celebration reception featuring premier networking\, food stations\, and open bar. \n2024 Women of Influence Career Achievement Winner:  \nSister Linda Yankoski\, CSFN\, EdD\, Holy Family Institute \n2024 Women of Influence Award Winners: \nGunjan Agarwal\, Fox Rothschild LLP \nGretchen Baker\, Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh \nSamantha Balbier\, University of Pittsburgh \nJoyce A. Bender\, Bender Consulting Services\, Inc. \nRachel Burcin\, Carnegie Mellon University Robotics Institute \nTerri Glueck\, Innovation Works \nAnnie Hanna Cestra\, Howard Hanna Real Estate Services \nTiffany T. Huff\, When She Thrives \nDiane S. Hupp\, UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh \nLeslie Hyde\, Koppers Inc \nKavita Iyengar\, Highmark Health \nSteffanie Jasper\, PNC \nLinda Jones\, United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania \nVera Krekanova\, PhD\, Allegheny Conference on Community Development \nMaureen Mahoney Hill\, Advancement Advisors \nBrittany McDonald\, PhD\, Uptown Partners of Pittsburgh \nKellie McKevitt\, Southwestern PA Human Services\, Inc. \nMyah Moore Irick\, ChFC\, The Irick Group\, Merrill Private Wealth Management \nSarah Olexsak\, Duquesne Light Company \nMichelle L. Patrick\, PhD.\, Robert Morris University \nMelissa Rayworth\, Kidsburgh.org \nBeth Slagle\, Meyer\, Unkovic and Scott LLP \nPatriece Thompson\, Turner Construction Company \nSonya Tilghman\, Hazelwood Initiative Inc. \nCynthia M. Wallace\, EdD\, Bible Center Church – The Oasis Project
URL:https://staging.benderconsult.com/event/women-of-influence-awards-2024/
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SUMMARY:PAACC "Annual Celebration of Excellence"
DESCRIPTION:Join us for PAACC’s “Annual Celebration of Excellence” \n– one of the most highly anticipated\nevents of the year! \nThe afternoon will include: \n\nAnnual Meeting\nChairman’s Inauguration\nAwards and Recognition\nLunch\nand\, of course\, plenty of networking\n\nSpecial Presentation: 2024 Rich Fitzgerald Distinguished Public Service Award \nKeynote Speaker: Lieutenant Governor Austin A. Davis\, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
URL:https://staging.benderconsult.com/event/paacc-annual-celebration-of-excellence/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240213T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240213T213000
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SUMMARY:Mardi Gras Gala
DESCRIPTION:The 30th Annual Mardi Gras Gala will be held on Fat Tuesday\, February 13\, 2024 at The Westin\, Pittsburgh. \nThe Mardi Gras Gala is a fundraising event that honors community leaders for their commitment and dedication to the Pittsburgh region. The event is traditionally supported by the corporate community through table sponsorships. The event has become one of Pittsburgh’s premiere social gatherings\, and has been sold to capacity since its inception. \nThe Annual Mardi Gras Gala is a fun and upbeat event\, which mirrors the activities and celebrations of the Mardi Gras Festival in New Orleans.  The highlight of our Gala is the crowning of the “Mardi Gras Honoree”\, a prominent Pittsburgh community leader. This festive occasion is celebrated on Fat Tuesday\, February 13\, 2024. The event will have roaming musicians\, jugglers\, stilt walkers and magicians. In addition\, a French Creole New Orleans style sit-down dinner is provided along with an open bar. Music includes dance and Dixieland-style bands. The Mardi Gras atmosphere is created with a parade\, extravagant decorations\, beads\, masks and doubloons. \nThe success of this event depends upon corporate sponsorships. \nConsider joining us on Tuesday\, February 13\, 2024. Reserve your table with Colleen at 412-322-5880 x3002.
URL:https://staging.benderconsult.com/event/mardi-gras-gala/
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SUMMARY:ADP and Disability-Owned Business Certification Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Join ADP for this 60-minute virtual webinar as we dive into the ins and outs of entrepreneurial success as a Disability-owned business! \nREGISTER to get insights on the state of Disability-owned business and the importance of certification with guest speakers Philip DeVliegher\, Vice President of Supplier Diversity at Disability:IN; and Joyce Bender\, Founder and CEO of Bender Consulting Services and Bender Leadership Academy.
URL:https://staging.benderconsult.com/event/adp-and-disability-owned-business-certification-webinar/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231025T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231025T130000
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SUMMARY:Forte Foundation Changemakers Panel
DESCRIPTION:October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM)\, a time for us to recognize and celebrate the contributions of our workers with disabilities. It is also a time to help all of us look at our own environments and ask if we are creating inclusive employment experiences for all. This panel conversation will tap into those with expertise in the area of employees with disabilities as we explore topics including intersectionality\, advocacy\, and empowerment. With one in four adults in the US having some sort of disability\, disability impacts us all.
URL:https://staging.benderconsult.com/event/forte-foundation-changemakers-panel/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231012T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231012T210000
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SUMMARY:2023 Bazelon Center Awards: Launching the Next 50 Years
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, October 12\, 2023\nAn Evening with the Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law\nIn-Person and Virtual Gathering at\nThe Showroom\n1099 14th Street NW\, Washington\, DC 20005\nDoors will be open for the In-person Reception at 6 PM Eastern on Thursday\, October 12. \nThe program portion of Annual Awards will be live-streamed online at 6:45 PM Eastern. The livestream is FREE to attend. \nWe’ve reached a remarkable milestone celebrating 50 years of advancing and protecting the rights of people with mental disabilities\, and we are excited to launch the next 50 years with you. In-person tickets to this event and donations will directly support our work to advocate for solutions and build a brighter future for the full integration and inclusion of people with mental disabilities. Join us as we celebrate leaders in social justice\, law\, disability rights\, and mental health that helped us reach milestones while\, simultaneously\, we set the stage for the next 50 years of advocacy that will transform the lives of generations to come. \n_______________________________________________________________________ \nThis year’s Honorees\, Special Guests\, and other exciting program updates will be announced soon! \n_______________________________________________________________________ \nTickets for the in person Reception and Program at The Showroom in Washington DC are $100 per person. Registration for the virtual program is FREE for this event. \nDonate to the Bazelon Center here: http://www.bazelon.org/donate/ \nMasks will be available. Open Captioning\, ASL\, and Audio Descriptions will be provided. Please contact communications@bazelon.org with additional accessibility requests.
URL:https://staging.benderconsult.com/event/2023-bazelon-center-awards-launching-the-next-50-years/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230913T090000
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SUMMARY:PGH Ability Tech Ecosystem Event
DESCRIPTION:2nd Pittsburgh Ability Tech Ecosystem Event \nJoin us for this in-person event and explore professionals and organizations from various fields that all have the same mindset of empowering people with disabilities. Connect with industry leaders\, experts\, and enthusiasts\, and take part in creating Pittsburgh the most accommodating and empowering city for individuals with disabilities\, fueling innovation\, and fostering inclusivity at every level of society.
URL:https://staging.benderconsult.com/event/pgh-ability-tech-ecosystem-event/
LOCATION:100 South Jackson Ave\, Pittsburgh\, PA 15202\, 100 South Jackson Avenue\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15202
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SUMMARY:2023 AAPD ADA Celebration Gala
DESCRIPTION:Join AAPD for our annual ADA Celebration to recognize the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)\, reflect on the accomplishments of our community\, and look towards a future where the goals of the ADA are fully realized. The 2023 ADA Celebration will be held at the Salamander Hotel in Washington\, DC on July 26th\, 2023 from 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm. \nSpecial guests and program participants will be announced soon! \nAAPD strives to make all of its events fragrance-free. We ask that you arrive as scent and fragrance-free as possible in order to accommodate all guests.
URL:https://staging.benderconsult.com/event/2023-aapd-ada-celebration-gala/
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SUMMARY:EAWCP Pittsburgh Family Fun Run/Walk for Epilepsy
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our Pittsburgh Family Fun Run/Walk for Epilepsy Saturday\, July 22\,  2023.\n\n​All participants that raise $30.00 will receive a commemorative T-shirt. Additional prizes are awarded to each participant based on the amount of funds that they raise. Grand prizes are awarded to the top 3 highest fund raising Individuals and Teams. \nAll of the proceeds from this event will stay in western and central Pennsylvania to benefit our programs and supportive services. The EAWCP offers summer camp programs\, virtual support groups\, workshops\, and education events.  We also provide CareShare\, a free respite care program\, emergency medication assistance\, high school scholarships\, the Oscar Project(providing service dogs)\, help obtaining sleep/movement monitors and Project School Alert where we educate students and teachers on seizure recognition and first aid.  These programs are all aimed at supporting people living with seizures. \nPlease join Team Bender as a Walker or Virtual Walker\, and a donation would be greatly appreciated. \nJoin Team Bender \n 
URL:https://staging.benderconsult.com/event/eawcp-pittsburgh-family-fun-run-walk-for-epilepsy/
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SUMMARY:Disability:IN Global Conference & Expo
DESCRIPTION:Our CEO\, Joyce Bender\, is speaking Monday at the DOBE Conference Mentoring Program Mixer and on July 12 at The Power of Storytelling: A DOBE Marketing Strategy  from 3:00pm – 4:15 pm.
URL:https://staging.benderconsult.com/event/disabilityin-global-conference-expo/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230420T183000
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SUMMARY:2023 AAPD Leadership Awards Virtual Gala
DESCRIPTION:The 2023 AAPD Leadership Awards Gala will be held on Thursday\, April 20th at 6:30pm Eastern. Tickets for this event are free and open to everyone. \nThe evening’s festivities will be hosted by Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Jonathan Capehart. Jonathan Capehart is an Associate Editor of The Washington Post & Anchor of “The Saturday Show and The Sunday Show with Jonathan Capehart” on MSNBC \nGuests will also be treated to a special performance by award-winning recording artist Lachi! Lachi is a multi-award-winning artist\, Grammys Board DEI Ambassador and Founder and President of RAMPD.org. Born legally blind\, Lachi has dedicated her platform and craft to amplifying Disability Culture\, promoting inclusion and advocating for accessibility in the Music Industry. Through RAMPD\, Lachi brought ASL to the GRAMMYs and walked the red carpet. Named a “dedicated foot soldier for disability pride” by Forbes\, she held talks with the White House\, the UN\, and the Kennedy Center\, and has been featured in Essence\, Billboard and The New York Times for celebrating intersectionality through art and for her upbeat and unapologetic brand of disability pride.https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2023-leadership-awards-gala-tickets-532163012897
URL:https://staging.benderconsult.com/event/2023-aapd-leadership-awards-virtual-gala/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230328T180000
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CREATED:20230202T131835Z
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SUMMARY:The Susan M. Daniels Disability Mentoring Hall of Fame  Class of 2022
DESCRIPTION:The Susan M. Daniels Disability Mentoring Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony will honor outstanding individuals and organizations who\, in 2022\, made a significant difference in the lives of youth and adults with disabilities through mentoring and to raise awareness about the importance of mentoring for individuals with disabilities. \nWe are thrilled to announce that Bender Leadership Academy will be joining the Susan M. Daniels Disability Mentoring Hall of Fame in the Class of 2022. \nThere is a free virtual event on March 28th\, and we would love for you to join me. \nAttend Event
URL:https://staging.benderconsult.com/event/the-susan-m-daniels-disability-mentoring-hall-of-fame-class-of-2022/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230222T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230222T130000
DTSTAMP:20260420T142316
CREATED:20230220T175327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230220T175413Z
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SUMMARY:IARP Webinar: Focusing on 'Can'ts' Limits Future Employment Potential for People with Disabilities: How You Can Change the Rhetoric
DESCRIPTION:Since the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act\, the needle for employment has moved very little for people with disabilities. The underlying barriers preventing forward momentum are ableism and attitudinal barriers\, beginning with how we message to youth with disabilities. While most people grow up being told ‘you can do anything if you work hard enough\,’ the message for youth with disabilities is that they can’t do what other children can. This message is reinforced in school systems\, in the home\, and in the community and is compounded by horrific experiences of being bullied. The idea of ‘can’t’ becomes internalized rhetoric that prevents young people with disabilities from engaging in vocational and transitional services\, seeking additional education\, applying for career opportunities and promotions\, and setting life goals. For return-to-work professionals who have gained a disability later in life\, they are brought into the disability community from a medical model perspective. The focus is on the limitations introduced by a medical diagnosis\, and how that impacts career and lifestyle\, as opposed to a focus on exploring innovative accommodations options and making connections to the Disability Community as a societal group. For those with a diagnosis of a non-apparent disability\, an additional component is added where stigma and ableism must be addressed that both prevents them from disclosing their disability as well as seeking out services they may believe are available and appropriate for those with apparent disabilities\, such as vocational services\, corporate return-to-work programming and accommodations interactive processes. \nWebinar is being conducted by Joyce Bender.
URL:https://staging.benderconsult.com/event/iarp-webinar-focusing-on-cants-limits-future-employment-potential-for-people-with-disabilities-how-you-can-change-the-rhetoric/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230221T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230221T213000
DTSTAMP:20260420T142316
CREATED:20230202T132449Z
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SUMMARY:EAWCP 29th Annual Mardi Gras Gala
DESCRIPTION:The 29th Annual Mardi Gras Gala will be held on Fat Tuesday\, February 21\, 2023 at The Westin\, Pittsburgh. \nWe are thrilled to announce that our honorees are King Charlie Batch and Queen Tasha Wilson Batch! \nThe Mardi Gras Gala is a fundraising event that honors community leaders for their commitment and dedication to the Pittsburgh region. The event is traditionally supported by the corporate community through table sponsorships. The event has become one of Pittsburgh’s premiere social gatherings\, and has been sold to capacity since its inception. \nThe Annual Mardi Gras Gala is a fun and upbeat event\, which mirrors the activities and celebrations of the Mardi Gras Festival in New Orleans.  The highlight of our Gala is the crowning of the “Mardi Gras Honoree”\, a prominent Pittsburgh community leader. This festive occasion is celebrated on Fat Tuesday\, February 21\, 2023. The event will have roaming musicians\, jugglers\, stilt walkers and magicians. In addition\, a French Creole New Orleans style sit-down dinner is provided along with an open bar. Music includes dance and Dixieland-style bands. The Mardi Gras atmosphere is created with a parade\, extravagant decorations\, beads\, masks and doubloons. \nThe success of this event depends upon corporate sponsorships. \nConsider joining us on Tuesday\, February 21\, 2023. Reserve your table with Colleen at 412-322-5880 x3002. \nRegister Today!
URL:https://staging.benderconsult.com/event/eawcp-29th-annual-mardi-gras-gala/
LOCATION:The Westin Pittsburgh\, 1000 Penn Avenue\, Pittsburgh\, PA\, 15222\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230214T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230214T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T142316
CREATED:20230208T120137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230208T120137Z
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SUMMARY:Celebrating 40 Years of the World Institute on Disability
DESCRIPTION:Verizon celebrates the 40th Anniversary of the World Institute on Disability through a conversation with Executive Director Marcie Roth. Founded in 1983\, WID supports people with disabilities worldwide\, providing a pan-disability perspective across the human lifespan. \nMarcie Roth began advocating for people with disabilities in high school. Following the 9/11 terrorist attacks\, Marcie focused on improving emergency preparedness and disaster outcomes. Explore her history\, and the history of WID\, through this exciting discussion. \nAccessibility accommodations provided.
URL:https://staging.benderconsult.com/event/celebrating-40-years-of-the-world-institute-on-disability/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230208
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230210
DTSTAMP:20260420T142316
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SUMMARY:2023 African American Conference on Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:Register for the Virtual Seminar on Feb 8 and 9 HERE! \nThe Arizona Center for Disability Law (ACDL) and its partners are excited to announce the 12th Annual African American Conference on Disabilities (AACD) will return in-person for 2023. \nAs a preview to the in-person conference in June\, a virtual seminar will kick off during the month of February in honor of Black History Month. \nThere is a $15.00 registration fee for the 2-day conference that covers all four sessions. This fee will help pay for scholarships for families to attend the in-person conference on June 16\, 2023. \nRegistration is now open for the preview sessions on Eventbrite. You may choose to attend one or all sessions for the same $15.00 registration fee. You only need to register once and the link works for all four sessions. \nThe AACD is the premier comprehensive disability conference in the United States that addresses the intersection between race and disability. The conference examines avenues for self-advocacy to ensure the effective provision of services\, resources\, and enforcement of civil rights in the African American and disability communities. In the past several years\, over 15\,000 virtual attendees have come from all across Arizona\, almost every state in the U.S.\, U.S. Virgin Islands\, Canada\, Africa\, and Europe to learn and ask questions on a wide range of disability issues. \nIf you would like more information\, please email: Natalie Luna Rose\, nlunarose@azdisabilitylaw.org \nIf you would like to be a sponsor\, vendor\, or partner for the 2023 conference\, please email Renaldo Fowler\, rfowler@azdisabilitylaw.org.  \nRegister here for the Virtual Conference on Eventbrite.
URL:https://staging.benderconsult.com/event/2023-african-american-conference-on-disabilities/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220625T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220630T160000
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SUMMARY:MA Youth Leadership Forum
DESCRIPTION:Joyce Bender is proud to host a workshop as a part of The Youth Leadership Forum (YLF) in Massachusetts. The MA YLF is an annual conference for youth with disabilities interested in building leadership skills and preparing for future employment\, higher education\, and independent living. Over the course of the multi-day conference\, YLF participants engage in both small and large group discussions and workshops on topics such as: self-advocacy\, disability pride\, assistive technology\, independent living\, employment skills\, career exploration\, higher education\, legislative advocacy\, the disability rights movement\, and community participation. \n  \nJoyce will present on the topic\, “Embracing Our Legacy and Remaining Ever Vigilant Takeaway\,” on June 25th at 1 PM ET. During the workshop she will discuss leadership styles of disability civil rights pioneers\, milestones won\, and how to make a difference in the current environment.
URL:https://staging.benderconsult.com/event/ma-youth-leadership-forum/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220625T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220625T120000
DTSTAMP:20260420T142316
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220404T125705Z
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SUMMARY:Epilepsy Association Walk - Join Team Bender as We #WalkRunForOne.
DESCRIPTION:Each year Bender Consulting Services supports the Pittsburgh Family Fun Run/Walk for Epilepsy  and the Epilepsy Association of Western and Central PA (EAWCP). This year marks the 34th Family Fun Run/Walk and Bender has been there since the beginning. \nThe event festivities will include mascots\, local radio and television personalities\, and a tailgate party following the run/walk. The 5k run/2 mi walk course travels along the North Shore and the Three Rivers Heritage Trail. All funds raised through the event will be used to support local EAWCP services for children and adults living with epilepsy and their families. \nRegistration for the event begins at 8:00 am EDT with the walk starting at 9:30 am EDT. Visit Team Bender’s team page to help us hit our goal of fundraising $5\,000 in support EAWCP programming. You can support by joining Team Bender or donating to an individual participant. Team members can join in person or as a virtual participant. All team members\, virtual and in-person\, who raise a minimum of $30 receive an event t-shirt from EAWCP.
URL:https://staging.benderconsult.com/event/epilepsy-association-walk-join-team-bender-as-we-walkrunforone/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220602T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220602T223000
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SUMMARY:Support children and youth experiencing homelessness at the 2022 Champions for Children Garden Party.
DESCRIPTION:Join the Homeless Children’s Education Fund (HCEF) at Phipps Conservatory and Botanical Gardens in honoring local Champion\, A Plus Schools\, for their commitment to improving the lives of children in Southwestern Pennsylvania. The gala raises essential funds to support HCEF programming and further their mission to advance education of children and youth experiencing homelessness in our region. \nThe event will include a cocktail hour\, followed by a seated dinner\, as well as a mobile auction. Visit the Registration & Tickets or Sponsorship Information tabs above to purchase your tickets or a sponsorship package!
URL:https://staging.benderconsult.com/event/support-children-and-youth-experiencing-homelessness-at-the-2022-champions-for-children-garden-party/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220511T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220511T123000
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SUMMARY:25th Anniversary Celebration of the FDR Memorial.
DESCRIPTION:Join the FDR Memorial Legacy Committee in celebration of the 25th Anniversary Celebration of the Franklin Delano Roosevelt (FDR) Memorial. \nFDR served as the 32nd President of the United States and served for an unprecedented 12 years in office. He is known for guiding the United States out of the Great Depression and through World War II. FDR contracted polio at age 39\, which resulted in him being a wheelchair user for the remainder of his life. In addition to his presidential legacy\, FDR was known for his efforts to support research in the treatment of polio\, beginning the March for Dimes to fund a cure\, and as a pioneer in rehabilitation practices. \nThe FDR Memorial Legacy Committee promotes education about the FDR Memorial for the public\, works to improve inclusion and accessibility of the Memorial so all visitors can share in the experience\, and is responsible for preserving the Memorial for future generations. Joyce Bender is proud to serve as an FDR Memorial Legacy Committee Advisor and will be participating in the May 11th Celebration. \nLearn more about how to be a part of the 25th Anniversary Celebration of the FDR Memorial.
URL:https://staging.benderconsult.com/event/25th-anniversary-celebration-of-the-fdr-memorial/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220503T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220503T230000
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SUMMARY:Mardi Gras - Audrey Russo\, President and CEO of the Pittsburgh Technology Council\, to be crowned King of the Mardi Gras.
DESCRIPTION:Join the Epilepsy Association of Western and Central PA (EAWCP) in congratulating Audrey Russo\, the 2022 King of the Mardi Gras. Since 2007\, she has served the technology business sector for southwestern PA as President and CEO of the Pittsburgh Technology Council\, the oldest (1983) and largest technology trade association. Prior EAWCP Mardi Gras Kings and Queens have included Jeff Broadhurst\, Deborah L. Rice-Johnson\, Randy Dearth\, and Jerry MacCleary. \nThe EAWCP Annual Mardi Gras Gala honors community leaders for their commitment and dedication to the Pittsburgh region while raising funds to support the work done by EAWCP. It is one of the area’s premiere social gatherings. Due to COVID-19 safety measures\, this event that has been sold to capacity since its inception\, will have limited capacity this year. Learn how you can become a Mardi Gras sponsor or reserve a table. \nEAWCP is a private\, non-profit service organization that provides services to those living with epilepsy and their families.
URL:https://staging.benderconsult.com/event/mardi-gras-audrey-russo-president-and-ceo-of-the-pittsburgh-technology-council-to-be-crowned-king-of-the-mardi-gras/
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