The California State Council on Developmental Disabilities (SCDD) invites you to join the next monthly California Statewide Self-Advocacy Chat. There is a total of 12 California Statewide Self-Advocacy Chats planned for 2021, and SCDD encourages those who are interested to join in the conversation!

What/Why: The “California Statewide Self-Advocacy Chats” are intended to give self-advocates throughout California the chance to talk about topics that matter to them. After each meeting, resources and information on the chat topic will be shared with participants in a follow-up email.

When: The third Wednesday of each month.
The July 2021 California Statewide Self-Advocacy Chat will be held on Wednesday, July 21st @ 11:00 A.M.

This month’s topic: Intro to California's Self-Determination Program

With the help of Self-Advocates involved in California’s Self-Determination Program, the July Statewide Self-Advocacy Chat will provide advocates with the opportunity to learn more about the program. In preparation for the July Chat, advocates are encouraged to share any questions they might have about Self-Determination. Also, think about:

1. What does self-determination mean to you?
2. What does self-determination mean for the disability rights movement?
3. Do you see yourself getting involved in or advocating for self-determination for yourself, in your region or statewide?

This month’s Chat will be facilitated by Riana Hardin, Self-Advocacy Coordinator for the California State Council on Developmental Disabilities.

If you are interested in sharing your advocacy story, need accommodations, and/or have questions related to the California Statewide Self-Advocacy Chats, please email riana.hardin@scdd.ca.gov or call 916-263-8196.

***Feel free to share this announcement with your advocacy networks.***

Zoom session details and registration:
https://bit.ly/ca_selfadvocacychats2021
Meeting ID: 961 9651 9177
Passcode: 882136
Toll Free Number: 888-475-4499