CT State Independent Living Council

08/18/2026

Know Your Rights: Preparing for Adulthood - Don't miss this virtual workshop to learn more about your rights under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and Connecticut state law as you prepare for adulthood. Two sessions are available. Registration is required. Accommodation requests can be made during registration. Thursday, September 17th 7-8 pm: https://bit.ly/Sept17KYR; OR Saturday, September 19th 10-11 am: https://bit.ly/Sept19KYR

08/17/2026

Webinar: Understanding and Protecting Your Disability Rights Under Olmstead, the ADA, and Section 504

Date: Aug 19, 2026 - 4:00 PM

This webinar is presented by the American Association of People with Disabilities, in partnership with the Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law, the Center for Public Representation, and the George Washington University Hirsh Health Law and Policy Program.

Recent Justice Department actions have threatened to undermine disabled people’s rights under foundational disability civil rights laws. AAPD and our partners are hosting a webinar on Wednesday, August 19, to help you navigate these threats and protect your rights.

Speakers will address the importance of the Supreme Court's Olmstead decision and the rights that disabled people have under the ADA and Section 504 to live in their own homes and communities, discuss how recent threats may affect these rights, and teach you what you can do to protect them.

The integration mandate of the ADA and Section 504 is one of the most fundamental rights that disabled people have, and it is critical that we take collective action to preserve it. Please join us on Wednesday, August 19th, from 4 PM - 5:15 PM ET to learn how.

You’ll receive updates and resources from policy leaders fighting for our rights – Maria Town, President and CEO of American Association of People with Disabilities, Jennifer Mathis, Deputy Director of The Bazelon Center for Mental Health Law, Cathy Costanzo, Executive Director of the Center for Public Representation, and Alison Barkoff, Hirsh Health Law & Policy Associate Professor and Hirsh Program Director at GW Milken Institute School of Public Health

ASL and CART will be provided. Please contact [email protected] to request any other accommodations, and be sure to register at: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_xHzUA2CBQAOLx8vh7H7c6Q

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08/10/2026

A new week is a new opportunity to create communities where everyone belongs.

This Monday, we’re starting the week with a reminder that inclusion is more than being welcomed into a space—it’s having a voice, being valued, and having meaningful opportunities to participate.
Small actions can help build more inclusive schools, workplaces, healthcare settings, and communities.

08/09/2026

🌮SAVE THE DATE – WE NEED YOUR SUPPORT! 🌮

Mark your calendars for Thursday, August 13, 2026 and join us Señor Panchos Southington for a fun-filled evening that will make a real difference in the lives of autistic adults in our community.

Every meal, raffle ticket, and donation helps Bridge The Spectrum continue creating meaningful social opportunities where autistic adults can build friendships, gain confidence, and truly belong.

✨ Fundraiser begins at 7:00 PM
🌮 Taco Learning Class at 6:00 PM (registration required in advance)
🎤 Special Guest: Independence Northwest, Inc.
🎟️ 50/50 Raffle & Prize Raffles
💙 20% of all restaurant sales that day will be donated to Bridge The Spectrum!

Whether you come for dinner, bring your family, invite your friends, or simply help spread the word, your support means more than you know.

👉 Register today: Bridge The Spectrum Fundraiser Registration⁠

https://www.bridgethespectrumct.com/event-details/bridge-the-spectrum-fundraiser

Can’t make it? You can still make an impact by making a tax-deductible donation. Every dollar helps us continue providing inclusive events and opportunities for autistic adults across Connecticut.

Donate here: Bridge The Spectrum Donation Page⁠

https://www.bridgethespectrumct.com/donate-2

Together, we can build a more connected, inclusive community—one event, one friendship, and one life at a time. We hope to see you there!

08/07/2026

Hartford Athletic "Celebrate 36 Years of the ADA"

08/03/2026

07/29/2026

For those unable attend the 36th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) event at the LOB on July 27th, see the below link from CT-N to watch in its entirety.

The CT-N link: https://ct-n.com/ctnplayer.asp?odID=26717