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OTAC - Oregon Training and Consultation

The Arc Oregon has over 65 years of experience in innovative opportunities for professionals, families and people who experience an intellectual or developmental disability.

08/31/2026

The Arc Oregon is looking for a Public Policy Coordinator to join our team.

The Public Policy Coordinator is an independent contractor supporting the legislative advocacy and engagement work of The Arc Oregon.

The role covers:
• Legislative advocacy and communication
• Coordinating Chapters of The Arc Day at the Capitol
• Supporting advocates in their interactions with the Legislature

If this sounds like work that interests you, we encourage you to submit a proposal for this role. The proposal deadline is September 11, 2026. Learn how to submit a proposal here: https://thearcoregon.org/call-for-proposal-public-policy-coordinator/

08/29/2026

Registration is OPEN for the third annual Self-Advocacy Convention of Oregon! https://thearcoregon.org/convention/register/

The 2026 Self-Advocacy Convention will take place on Tuesday, November 17 at the Hilton Portland Downtown in Portland.

This will be an Oregon-specific self-advocate event leading up to The Arc of the United States’s National Convention on November 18-20.

Financial assistance is available for self-advocates, their families, and supporters to attend. Don’t miss this one-of-a-kind event for self-advocates: register now!

08/25/2026

The Arc Oregon is hiring for TWO new positions on our team!

We are hiring a Public Policy Coordinator and an OSNT Beneficiary Engagement and Outreach Administrative Assistant.

If you are passionate about using your skills, knowledge and experience to make a positive difference in the lives of others, then The Arc Oregon may be the right place for you.

Learn more about the positions and how to apply on our website: https://thearcoregon.org/get-involved/job-openings

08/12/2026

Calling all care workers: this training is for you! Join Linday Dutton on August 20, 2026 from 9:00 AM-12:00 PM (PST) to learn about Refueling Resilient Compassion.

The emotional demands of care work can impact your well-being and professional effectiveness. This training helps you recognize signs of compassion fatigue and secondary trauma, cultivate resilience, and integrate trauma-informed practices into your daily work.

Learn more and register here: https://thearcoregon.org/training-details/?event-id=1867

08/10/2026

DEADLINE EXTENDED: Apply by August 11, 2026 to join the Self-Advocate Leadership and Ambassador Program!

Application Form: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/rpQL5mPSDP

The Self-Advocate Leadership and Ambassador Program is a virtual training program for new self-advocates. You will learn important advocacy skills and work with a peer mentor to advocate for something you care about.

There will be seven training sessions held on Zoom. The sessions will take place every other Monday from 3:00 PM-4:00 PM. The first training session is on Monday, August 17.

This program is open to all adults with IDD who live in Oregon. If you want to join, fill out the application form before August 11, 2026.

08/03/2026

The 2026 Youth IDD/Mental Health Summit is happening this week! Join us on Wednesday, August 5 in Corvallis from 8:30 AM-4:30 PM. Register today: https://iddmhsummit.com/

The Youth IDD & Mental Health Summit brings Oregonians together to strengthen how we support youth who experience IDD and mental health challenges. We envision an Oregon where youth with IDD and mental health needs are supported by compassionate, well-informed people and flexible, collaborative systems.

Now is your last chance to register before the Summit. Don't miss your chance to participate in this one-of-a-kind collaborative event.

07/24/2026

Apply now to join The Arc Oregon's Self-Advocate Leadership and Ambassador Program!

Application Form: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/rpQL5mPSDP

The Self-Advocate Leadership and Ambassador Program is a virtual training program for new self-advocates. You will learn important advocacy skills and work with a peer mentor to advocate for something you care about.

There will be seven training sessions held on Zoom. The sessions will take place every other Monday from 3:00 PM-4:00 PM. The first training session is on Monday, August 10.

This program is open to all adults with IDD who live in Oregon. If you want to join, fill out the application form before August 5, 2026.

07/05/2026

If you support youth with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and mental health needs, the Youth IDD & Mental Health Summit on August 5th is an opportunity to connect with professionals from across Oregon who are working toward the same goal: stronger, more coordinated support for young people.

Whether you work in healthcare, mental health, education, case management, advocacy, or policy, this Summit offers a space to learn from one another, strengthen partnerships, and build connections across systems. Join us in Corvallis on August 5th and be part of the conversation.

Registration is open now: https://iddmhsummit.com/

06/03/2026

Join Lindsay Dutton on June 18 from 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM for an engaging, hands-on training exploring The Intersection of Person, Culture, and Disability.

This training combines plain language definitions, visual storytelling, and collaborative activities to help participants deepen their understanding of intersectionality and how it relates to disability.

Learn more and register here: https://thearcoregon.org/training-details/?event-id=1828

05/29/2026

📆 SAVE THE DATE: November 18-20, 2026

We have exciting news: The Arc of the United States National Convention is coming to Portland, OR!

The Arc's National Convention brings members of the IDD community together from across the entire United States.

Self-advocates, supporters, professionals, and family members are all invited to attend this three-day conference.

The Arc Oregon will host our annual Self-Advocacy Convention on November 17, 2026 to help as many people prepare for the National Convention as possible.

We will share more information about these events soon. We cannot wait to see you there!

Address

2405 Front Street NE Ste 120
Salem, OR
97301

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8:30am - 5pm
Friday	8:30am - 5pm

Website

https://thearcoregon.org/

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