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What:
The Rehabilitation Services Administration (RSA) in collaboration with the Department of Labor (DOL), Employment and Training Administration (ETA) is pleased to share information about the Disability Employment Initiative (DEI), which is jointly funded by the U.S. DOL ETA and the Office of Disability and Employment Policy. DOL has funded the DEI since 2010 to improve the education, training, and employment outcomes of youth and adults with disabilities who are unemployed, underemployed, and/or receiving Social Security disability benefits. The DEI supports extensive partnerships, collaboration, and service coordination across multiple workforce, generic, and disability systems in each state. The state vocational rehabilitation agencies are critical partners to all the DEI projects. This webinar will highlight activities from two high performing DEI projects-Delaware and Virginia-that focus on successful partnerships between the American Job Centers (formerly known as One-Stop Career Centers) and the vocational rehabilitation agencies to leverage resources to better serve persons with disabilities and improve their employment outcomes so that they can become economically self-sufficient. When:
October 22, 2012
2:30pm - 3:30pm Contact:
Terry Martin
(202) 245-7275
Terrence.Martin@ed.gov. 

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What:
You are invited to a Public Hearing on the State Plans for Montana Vocational Rehabilitation/Blind and Low Vision Services (MVR/BLV) and The Statewide Independent Living Council (SILC). When:
Friday, March 22, 2013
3:00 pm - 4:15 pm Mountain Where:
Billings           
MSU-Billings, 1500 University Drive, Education Building, Room 158
Bozeman
Montana State University, Eng. Phys. Science Building-South 7th and Grant, Room 126
Butte       
Montana Tech, 1300 West Park Street, ELCB Room 225   
Great Falls       
Great Falls College of Technology, 2100 16th Avenue South, Room B-133       
Havre
MSU-Northern, 300 11th Street West, Hagner Science Center, Room 202
Helena
Old Livestock Building, 1310 East Lockey, Rooms 105 and 107.
Kalispell
Flathead Valley Community College, 777Grandview Dr., Learning Resource Ctr. Rm. 120
Miles City
Miles City Community College, 2715 Dickenson Street, Room 313
Missoula
University of Montana, Corner of Arthur and Eddy, Galagher Building - Room 104   There will be a call-in line available during the time of the hearing.  Participants on the call-in line will have the opportunity to make comments. 
Call-in information is:
Call-in number:  406-449-7478 Conference ID:  85946#

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This webinar will showcase many exciting national initiatives which promote integrated, competitive employment for transitioning youth with disabilities such as the National Governor's Association's A Better Bottom Line: Employment of People with Disabilities, the Council of State Administrators of Vocational Rehabilitation Transition and Employment priorities, Employment First, Administration on Developmental Disabilities Systems Change Projects, Social Security Administration: Youth Demonstration Projects, and Substance Abuse and Mental Health Administration efforts. Participants will learn about the goals of each initiative, cross-stakeholder engagement, how to connect to state and local projects, where to tap into resources, and have an opportunity for dialogue. When:
Wednesday, March 27, 2013
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm Mountain Cost:
Free of charge

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The significant disparity in education and literacy levels for people with mental and substance use disorders compared to the general population is a matter of serious concern. For people with mental health and substance use disorders, access to and inclusion in higher education is a central issue in achieving social inclusion. Learning Objectives: To learn how efforts within the legal system are working to reduce discrimination and ensure that necessary accommodations as provided by the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act are available to all who need them. To hear about an innovative university program's person-centered approach that is having great success in helping students stay in school, graduate, pursue their vocational goals, and secure fulfilling roles in the community.

To understand from a first-person perspective how one person was able to move out of poverty and realize her dreams by pursuing further education which led to achieving personal wellness and working to assist others in realizing their goals.

To develop an increased understanding of the disparity in education and literacy levels for people with mental and substance use disorders compared to the general population and the significant impact of these disparities on poverty, health, and well-being. When:
Wednesday, June 6, 2012
1:00 - 2:30pm Mountain

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In the spirit of discovery, the annual Montana Youth Transitions (MYT) Conference will seek to answer important questions about the challenging journey into adulthood for Montana's youth with disabilities. It will be an opportunity for students, parents, teachers, vocational rehabilitation counselors, case managers and others to network, explore resources, and discover pathways to meaningful futures! During the conference, there will be a Real Life Fair with vendors representing education, independent living, recreation, employment, and other supportive services.
Presenters will include well known keynotes as well as Montanans who have themselves gone through the transition process and can offer insight, guidance and support. A youth track will also be provided to start youth on their own individualized transition journey. When:
Novemeber 14-16, 2012 Where:
Red Lion Colonial
Helena, MT

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What:
MYT is an opportunity for students, parents, teachers, vocational rehabilitation counselors, case managers and others to network, explore resources, and discover pathways to meaningful futures! During the conference, there will be a Real Life Fair with vendors representing education, independent living, recreation, employment, and other supportive services. Presenters will include well known keynotes as well as Montanans who have themselves gone through the transition process and can offer insight, guidance and support. A youth track will also be provided to start youth on their own individualized transition journey.

When:
Novemeber 6-8, 2013

Where:
Billings Hotel and Convention Center
1223 Mullowney Ln.
Billings, MT 59101

Cost:
$75.00 per person, group and single day rates available.

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What:
Navigating the transition from high school to the world of work can be challenging for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and families. It can be even more challenging given the competing- and sometimes contradictory- messaging families receive from different systems regarding post-graduation options. Ensuring opportunities for a productive relationship between families and service systems, and routinely communicating shared goals, can be indicators of success. Join others from around the country to hear highlights from family experiences in sorting out messages from three service systems: education, Vocational Rehabilitation (VR), and IDD agencies.

When:
Friday, October 4, 2013
1:00 pm - 2:30 pm Mountain

Cost:
No charge

"What: The purpose of the hearing is to allow people with disabilities to share their comments and suggestions regarding vocational rehabilitation and independent living services provided by the state. The comments will help both programs evaluate their services in an effort to best meet the needs of their consumers. Of particular interest for this year's public hearing will be comments on: * The draft of the Vocational Rehabilitation strategic plan * The use of IL funding from the following sources: Part B, General Funds, and American Recovery and Reinvestment Act * The draft of the State Plan for Independent Living When: 3:00-4:30pm Mountain"

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This year's conference builds on a tradition of providing a comprehensive examination of the most current uses of technology by persons with disabilities and the professionals who work with them. Topics will cover a broad spectrum of technology as it is being applied to all disabilities and age groups in education, rehabilitation, vocation and independent living. Come and learn, first-hand, about the products and best AT practices and strategies by and for teachers, therapists, clinicians, parents and end users alike. When:
Wednesday-Friday, October 17-19, 2012

Preconference Workshops:
Monday and Tuesday, October 15-16, 2012 Where:
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Bloomington
7800 Normandale Blvd.
Bloomington, MN 55439

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What:
You are invited to attend a special lecture series on "Diversity and Inclusion" on October 17 and 18, 7:00PM, at Petro Theatre on the campus of Montana State University Billings.  The Montana Regional Education Service Area III (MRESA3), Region III Comprehensive System of Personnel Development (CSPD), and Disability Support Services of MSUB will be hosting two speakers who will talk about diversity and inclusion from their personal and unique perspectives. When
October 17-18, 2012
7:00 pm Where:
Petro Theatre on campus of Montana State University Billings
Billings, MT  Target Audience:
high school college students educators Para-professionals Vocational Rehabilitation Services parents Contact:
John Keener
MRESA3 Project Coordinator
Montana Center for Inclusive Education
Montana State University Billings
john.keener@msubillings.edu
406-657-1743