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Breaking Barriers Training Academy

Florida Self-Advocates Network'D (FL SAND) created the Breaking Barriers Training Academy in 2020 to train self-advocates, parents, providers, and other disability stakeholders in the areas of self-determination, self-advocacy, disability sensitivity, and other topics. Breaking Barriers is unique in that a majority of its offerings are developed and delivered by self-advocates. 

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Self-Advocacy essentials webinars
 

February 3 / 7 - 8 PM (ET)

Workin' the Session 

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This webinar will equip and encourage self-advocates to reach out and share their stories and priorities with lawmakers during Florida's upcoming legislative session. Particular emphasis is given to communicating virtually with legislators and visiting their hometown offices. A discussion of disability issues likely to be addressed in the 2025 session is included.

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Use the QR code or link below to register!​​​​​​

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Zoom Link

https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/QsQrEhDYSTe6Z0MUo34jyw

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On-site training

Experienced self-advocate trainers are available to come to your organization to deliver training in a variety of areas. Contact BBTA to discuss your organization's needs.

Online Courses

An online version of "The Route To Self-Determination," train-the-trainer course, developed by the Florida Developmental Disabilities Council to serve self-advocates in areas of the state who may not have access to face-to-face training, is under development. Check back.

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Speakers 
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Breaking Barriers has access to a variety of engaging and experienced self-advocate speakers who are able to speak on a variety of topics, from their inspiring personal stories of breaking barriers to informative talks on navigating employment, waiver services, benefits, transition, and community inclusion.

For More Information on Our Services, Contact Breaking Barriers Training Academy at
contactflsand@gmail.com
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FL SAND is a tax-exempt non-profit organization, under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. All charitable donations to the FL SAND organization are deductible to the full extent allowed by law. 
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This project is provided by the Florida Developmental Disabilities Council, Inc., supported in part by grant numbers 2301FLSCDD and 2401FLSCDD from the U.S. Administration for Community Living (ACL), Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Washington, D.C. 20201 as part of financial assistance awards totaling $8,889,783 with 100% funded by ACL/HHS. Grantees undertaking projects with government sponsorship are encouraged to express freely their findings and conclusions. Points of view or opinions do not, therefore, necessarily represent official ACL policy and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement, by ACL/HHS or the U.S. Government.

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