THIS WEEK'S EVENTS

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This list does not change from week to week unless otherwise noted.

Meetings are open to everyone!

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Join Us for OPWDD Future Planning Forums

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Dear Friends and Colleagues,

We are excited to announce the kickoff of our 2026 OPWDD Future Planning Forums! 

This summer, OPWDD will be holding forums across New York State to share updates about our work and hear from you. This year is especially exciting as it will officially kick off our work on our next five-year OPWDD Strategic Plan.

The following in-person and virtual forums have been scheduled:

  • Manhattan: June 9, 1PM - 3PM
  • Westchester: June 22, 5PM - 7PM
  • Albany: July 7, 5PM - 7PM
  • Buffalo: July 15, 5:30 -7:30PM
  • Binghamton: July 16, 11 AM - 1PM
  • Virtual Forum Evening: July 9, 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
  • Virtual Forum Day: July 14, 11AM - 1PM 
     

This year, forums will be more interactive and give you more opportunities to share your thoughts with OPWDD. At each forum, we’ll give you a chance to share your thoughts on: 

  • Navigating the OPWDD system 
  • What High Quality Services Mean to You 
  • Planning for the future of OPWDD 

You can come in-person or join us online.  You can find event details and sign up on our website using the link below. 

Visit Our Strategic Planning Page to Register for a Forum

You do not have to register to attend, but we encourage it.  Registration helps us plan for the events and provide supports.  If you need language services or other accommodations, please register and tell us what you need at least 2 weeks before the event.   

These forums are one of many ways to get involved and are just the start of our work on the 2028-2032 OPWDD Strategic Plan.  We will have more opportunities to share feedback as we work together on our plan for the future.  

We want you to be part of the conversation.  We are working together to build a shared vision for the future of OPWDD and the people we support.  The best ideas come from people, families, providers, and staff.  Your experiences, ideas, and voices matter. 

We hope you will join us. 


To view this announcement in another language, visit the link at the bottom of this message and click on the translate button at the top to select your preferred language.

Pour consulter cette annonce dans une autre langue, visitez le lien au bas de ce message et cliquez sur le bouton « traduire » situé en haut de votre écran pour sélectionner la langue de votre choix.

Pou w wè anons sa a nan yon lòt lang, vizite lyen ki anba mesaj sa a epi klike sou bouton tradui ki anwo nan ekran w lan pou w chwazi lang ou pito a.

Чтобы просмотреть это объявление на другом языке, перейдите по ссылке внизу этого сообщения и нажмите на кнопку «перевод» в верхней части экрана, чтобы выбрать предпочитаемый язык.

Para ver este anuncio en otro idioma, visite el enlace que está la parte inferior de este mensaje y haga clic en el botón "traducir" en la parte superior de la pantalla para seleccionar el idioma de preferencia.


이 안내를 다른 언어로 보려면, 이 메시지 하단에 있는 링크를 방문하여 화면 상단의 번역(translate) 버튼을 클릭하고 선호하는 언어를 선택하십시오.


如需查看本公告的其他语言版本,请点击本消息底部的链接,然后点击屏幕上方的翻译按钮,并选择您的偏好语言。


Per visualizzare questo annuncio in un'altra lingua, visitate il link in fondo a questo messaggio e fate clic sul pulsante di traduzione nella parte superiore dello schermo per selezionare la lingua preferita


Aby wyświetlić to ogłoszenie w innym języku, odwiedź łącze znajdujące się w dolnej części tej wiadomości i kliknij przycisk tłumaczenia u góry ekranu w celu wybrania preferowanego języka.


এই ঘোষণাটি অন্য ভাষায় দেখতে, এই বার্তার নীচে দেওয়া লিঙ্কটিতে যান এবং আপনার পছন্দের ভাষা বেছে নিতে, স্ক্রিনের শীর্ষে থাকা “অনুবাদ করুন” বোতামে ক্লিক করুন৷


צו זען דעם מעלדן אין אַן אַנדערע שפּראַך, באַזוכן די לינק ביי די ענד פון דעם אָנזאָג און דריקן אויף די איבערזעצן קנעפּל אין די שפּיץ פון דיין סקרין צו אויסקלייַבן דיין בילכער שפּראַך.


لعرض هذا الإعلان بلغةٍ أخرى، يرجى زيارة الرابط في أسفل هذه الرسالة والنقر على زر الترجمة في أعلى شاشتك من أجل تحديد لغتك المفضلة.

اس اعلان کو کسی دوسری زبان میں دیکھنے کے لیے، اس پیغام کے زیریں حصے میں موجود لنک ملاحظہ کریں اور اپنی ترجیحی زبان منتخب کرنے کے لیے اپنی اسکرین کے بالائی حصے پر موجود ترجمے کے بٹن پر کلک کریں۔

Join Us for OPWDD Future Planning Forums | Office for People With Developmental Disabilities


 
 

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OPWDD Encourages YOU to Express Your PRIDE

 

Join us as we march across New York State in PRIDE

You’re invited to march with us as we celebrate diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Join us as we spread joy and support for the LGBTQIA+ community.
Together, let’s make a powerful statement for inclusivity.

SIGN UP HERE TO MARCH WITH US!

Please RSVP by June 1 to confirm your attendance.
Meet-up locations, parade information and guidelines to follow.

Thank you for your continued support in making a difference in the lives of many across New York State!

If you have questions or concerns, feel free to reach out to your local liaison listed below.

Pride Parade Dates, Locations & Liaisons

 

Western, NY, June 7, Elmwood Ave at Forest Ave.

[email protected]

[email protected].gov 

 

Central NY, June 13, Inner Harbor in Syracuse

[email protected] 

[email protected].gov 

 

Albany/Capital Region, June 14, Washington Park [email protected].gov

 

Long Island, June 14, Huntington Village

[email protected]

[email protected]

[email protected]

 

New York City, June 28, 26th St & 5th Ave.

 [email protected]

[email protected]

[email protected].gov

 

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With Gratitude,

 

Executive Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

NYS Office for People with Developmental Disabilities


 

ABOUT THE EXECUTIVE OFFICE OF DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION

 

The Executive Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) in OPWDD is responsible for advancing the policies and practices of diversity, equity, inclusion, cultural competence, and linguistic competence into all components of the OPWDD system of supports and services for people with developmental disabilities and their families. The Executive Office of DEI is also responsible for promoting and honoring diversity, inclusion, and equity in the OPWDD workplace while facilitating the development of ethical leaders and fairer systems of governance. Through research, policy, and community engagement, the Executive Office of DEI will implement sustainable models that will bring the agency closer to health equity for people with disabilities, marginalized identities and the OPWDD workforce. 

 

Contact us at: diversityandinclusion@opwdd.ny.gov

Find out more about our work at: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion | Office for People With Developmental Disabilities

 
 
 
 

This Week's Staying Connected Call 

Topic -  What does the (CDD) Council on Developmental Disabilities Do? 

Meeting ID - 5183821454

Wednesdays 1:00pm-2:45pm

 
 
 


Adventure Time Wednesdays 

3:00- 4:30pm except for the first Wednesday we meet 3-4pm

Join us as we share what brings us join every week and listen to SANYS Staff read a book selected by the group. You do not need to purchase the book unless you want to. We are currently reading On My Own Two Feet by Amy Purdy a book detailing her journey from losing both her legs at 19 to becoming a Paralympic snowboarder and contestant on Dancing with the Stars

 
 
 

Join us for Pro Wrestling Fanatics Zoom Group this weekend as we continue listening to Ronda Rousey's book Our Fight an unfiltered chronicle of her last decade, tackling her explosive career transition, parenthood, overcoming adversity, and finding meaning in life. The group meets every Saturday at 4pm est unless otherwise noted 

 

All Bodies Dance Project: Monthly Dance Jam

3:00pm EST 

June 5

June 19

 
 
 
 
 

 

 
 
 

 

FREE VIRTUAL EVENTS 

 
 

SBRN offers individuals with spina bifida and other disabilities a convenient, enjoyable way to learn, share stories, make friends and build community through video meeting platforms such as Zoom. There is no need to travel, simply join in from the comfort of your home. Find out about events and activities by clicking here https://thesbrn.org/programs-services/virtualgroups/ 

 
 
 
 

Free Health & Wellness Classes

Online Wellness Classes

https://gatheringstrength.org/classes/

 

 
 
 

Check out Adapt Center Virtual Classes Here. Such as Yoga, Dance and Meditation https://www.adaptmovement.org/classes

 
 
 
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Self Advocacy Groups

In addition to the weekly events that are open to everyone, there are regional self advocacy groups that meet regularly: some in person and some on line. To find out about groups near you, click here to contact your regional coordinator. 

Self Advocacy Association of NYS
500 Balltown Road Bldg 12 | Schenectady, New York 12304
518-382-1454 | [email protected]

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