The Center for Disability Empowerment

06/17/2026

We are excited for a super busy June and July with our In-Person Town Hall series!! Thank you to our amazing partners for this awesome opportunity to share disability issues around the state.

Register below: https://bit.ly/4cNx21W

06/13/2026

Today officially begins out countdown to CdE's Community Carnival!

July 12th, 2026, from 1:00-5:00pm. join us for an exciting day of games, entertainment, music, and FUN! We will be a featured event at the 12th Annual All Disabilities Festival presented by UPFAD to bring even more fun and excitement to our Central Ohio community.

This event is completely FREE! In place of a monetary admittance fee, we are asking all attendees to bring a non-perishable food or hygiene product for donation to our local Food Banks and Mutual Aid Organizations. Accessibility is front and center at our event and we want to ensure everyone has a great time!

For more information, visit our official event page: https://www.facebook.com/share/1LnVoBzisy/

06/11/2026

Mark Your July Calendars: Ohio Service Dog Awareness Week Activities!

Overview of each:

Each Step Forward We Become a Team -
Together, people with disabilities, families, friends, and advocates are building a more inclusive community.

Independence Starts Here -
An event to connect, learn, explore, build friendships, and discover new opportunities.

Voices Beyond Sound -
Our voice, unified. A gathering to speak up, speak out and make a difference.

Many Abilities, One World -
This is a walk.
"One World Theme - A world where everyone belongs, contributes, and is valued"
Wear your favorite shirt, bring your favorite banner, we will walk on the sidewalk so everyone is safe. It’s about visibility and inclusion and equal.

See the Ability Through Art -
Enjoy some art while you bond with the community.

06/11/2026

06/09/2026

Ride COTA to the All Disabilities Festival Sunday, July 12 in front of COSI - Center of Science and Industry and Industry from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM

06/08/2026

📅 Save the date! Sensory Friendly Morning returns to the Ohio State Fair on July 30 from 9 AM to 2 PM.

Enjoy a calmer fair experience:

🎡 Rides without flashing lights or music
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Activities with smaller crowds
🛋️ A Quiet Room for breaks and relaxation

Learn more about Sensory Friendly Morning and accessibility initiatives: https://bit.ly/4lfQ82c

06/08/2026

What does true inclusion look like?

It starts with belonging. It grows through connection. And it thrives when communities welcome everyone.

Join us for Why Community Matters as we explore how youth and young adults with disabilities can build meaningful connections, participate in their communities, and make their voices heard.

📅 June 26, 2026
🕖 7:00 PM

📲 Register now: https://tinyurl.com/YHTGetInvolved

06/08/2026

Join the Ohio Olmstead Task Force, tomorrow, June 9th beginning at 12 noon on the West Lawn of the Ohio State House for a rally to oppose HB 795. Our voices and our lives matter!

For more information, contact OOTF Chair, Jennifer Kucera at [email protected]. All are welcome!