About the Project
The “Gather for Change” project features a series of six educational and empowering events, all aimed at advancing awareness of critical topics for people with disabilities, their families, disability activists, and anyone interested in disability rights and history. Five of the events will be held virtually and one event held in person.
Each of these events will not only provide valuable information but also create spaces for dialogue, understanding, and connection within the community. By addressing the unique needs and perspectives of individuals with disabilities, their families, and advocates, WPDHAC is fostering an environment where the rich history of disability rights in Western Pennsylvania can be celebrated and built upon.
This project is funded by the Pennsylvania Developmental Disabilities Council.
Webinars and Workshops in this Series
The History of Human Services: Tracing the Development of Contemporary Services Patterns, & Some Universal Lessons that can be Learned from this History (Two-day, in person workshop)
Wednesday, September 11, 2024 and Thursday, September 12, 2024
Presenters: Susan Thomas, Tom Malcomson, and Jack Yates
Venue: Senator John Heinz History Center, Pittsburgh, PA
Registration for this past event has been closed. View the event page here.
Medical Safeguarding: Addressing Vulnerability in Medical Settings (Webinar)
Thursday, February 22, 2024 / 10 am – 12 pm EST
OR
Wednesday, February 28, 2024 / 6 pm – 8 pm EST
Presenters: Cathy Ludlum and Jo Massarelli
Registration for this past event has been closed. View the event page here.
A Vision for Families – Social Value and Inclusion for People with Disabilities (Two part webinar)
Part 1: Wed., April 17, 2024
from 10 am – 12 pm EST
AND
Part 2: Wed., April 24, 2024
from 10 am – 12 pm EST
Please note: this is a two-part webinar. Attendance at Part 1 is necessary in order to understand the material covered in Part 2.
Presenters: Darcy Elks and Martin Elks
Registration for this past event has been closed. View the event page here.
The Camera’s Eye: Telling the Story of Disability Through the Power of Film (Webinar)
Monday, June 3, 2024
from 1 pm – 3 pm EST
Presenters: Dan Habib and Samuel Habib
Registration for this past event is closed. View the event page here.
