Accessibility Tools
For years, National Juvenile Justice Network has spoken out about the dangers of privatization in youth justice and other youth-serving facilities. Private companies are beholden to stakeholders, which puts their incentives to make money at direct odds with the goal to serve youth. The profit incentive leads to cost cutting, poor quality of care, and […]
A Roundtable Discussion for Favorite iPad Apps Tuesday, June 7 - 12pm There are thousands of AAC iPad apps for supporting communication, but which one is your favorite? And why? Please join this roundtable discussion with a group of local AAC experts to share and compare!
We need your input to help understand the needs of the disability community and help us establish our goals and priorities for the next three (3) years. Are there topics missing from the conversation of Disability Rights? Do you wish certain issues were given more attention? Do you have suggestions on what we can do […]
We need your input to help understand the needs of the disability community and help us establish our goals and priorities for the next three (3) years. Are there topics missing from the conversation of Disability Rights? Do you wish certain issues were given more attention? Do you have suggestions on what we can do […]
We need your input to help understand the needs of the disability community and help us establish our goals and priorities for the next three (3) years. Are there topics missing from the conversation of Disability Rights? Do you wish certain issues were given more attention? Do you have suggestions on what we can do […]
Keyboarding is an important skill, but requires a combination of complex skills. This webinar will explore a range of low- medium- and high-tech supports for writing via technology. Also be ready to share your favorite keyboarding support techniques or technologies.
Giving individuals technology tools is only part of the solution. Providing electronic materials does not automatically make them accessible to all learners. Learn about resources and strategies to create accessible materials.
ChatGPT is all the rage right now. There has been a lot of debate about whether or not this technology is cheating. Can it be used as a supplement to teaching rather than a replacement? How can it help students with disabilities? What do you think? Join us for a discussion on how this tool, […]
Your Rights to Vocational Rehabilitation Services: A webinar to help you understand an individual with disabilities right to Vocational Rehabilitation services through the State Agencies, the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Services and the Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired. This will provide the basis for this right in federal law, and the basics of […]
Applying for Vocational Rehabilitation Services: Learn how to request VR services from DVRS or CBVI, including some common concerns, information to know going into the process, and what to do if you have concerns during the application period. This webinar will be held via zoom. Register via link below.
Requesting Tuition Sponsorship: This webinar will help walk you through the process of requesting tuition sponsorship to support your career goal with both DVRS and CBVI. This includes an overview of what is included in your Individualized Plan of Employment, what to discuss at your IPE meeting, considerations that the VR agency will be looking […]
Come to the Disability Rights New Jersey's Transition Law Day to learn more about your rights when transitioning from student life to adult life! Are you a student aged 14-21? Do you have an IEP or 504 plan? Have you thought about what you want to do after high school graduation? Did you know your school […]
