DETAC Webinar: Employment and Empowerment Through Sustainable Partnerships

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Centers for Independent Living (CILs) support people with disabilities in employment and independent living. Strong partnerships with community stakeholders—such as state vocational rehabilitation (VR) agencies, community organizations, and businesses—are essential for expanding employment opportunities and ensuring people with disabilities have the support they need to thrive in the workforce. This webinar will explore DETAC’s recently published Empowerment Through Partnership employment toolkit for CILs and feature a panel of community stakeholders who will share real-world examples of successful collaborations to advance employment and economic outcomes for people with disabilities. This session will provide actionable strategies and practical tools to help CILs initiate and sustain partnerships to drive meaningful outcomes.

Learning Objectives:

• Identify approaches for engaging community partners and demonstrating the value of collaboration
• Discuss strategies for sustaining relationships over time
• Recognize the benefits of developing Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs), including learning strategies for how to gain leadership buy-in for establishing formal partnerships

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Topics: Community Living , Employment , Health and Wellness , Lived Experience , Transition , CEDC , COLA