Hope Heals Family Camp
Jun
30
to Jul 5

Hope Heals Family Camp

Hope Heals Camp is a week-long retreat and year-round community offering rest, resources, and relationships to families experiencing disabilities.

Friends, I cannot sing the praises of this camp enough. This is a sacred space where everyone got to show up exactly as they are and be celebrated and embraced fully. The kind of room and stage we are striving for every single day. Because everyone belongs.

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National Down Syndrome Congress Convention
Jul
25
to Jul 28

National Down Syndrome Congress Convention

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Join us at the National Down Syndrome Congress’ Annual Convention from July 25-27, 2024, in Phoenix, AZ for another year of learning, friendship making and nonstop dancing! Year after year, we come back to the familiar feeling of an international family reunion found nowhere other than NDSC's Convention with thousands from around the globe. We will be in the exhibit hall, signing books and holding babies so please come say hello!

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WAVE Conference
Aug
1
to Aug 2

WAVE Conference

Join Heather at the Week of Academic Vision for Excellence (WAVE) Conference at the Central Wyoming College (CWC) in Riverton, Wyoming. Hosted by Wyoming Department of Education, Special Education Programs Division.

As the keynote speaker Heather will be speaking on Inclusion: A Parent's Perspective

Synopsis "Inclusion: A Parent's Perspective" is a thought-provoking keynote that delves into the critical role of parents in making inclusion work, particularly within an education setting. Drawing from personal experiences and anecdotes, Heather Avis offers valuable insights into the challenges and triumphs encountered by parents advocating for the inclusion of their children with disabilities. Through heartfelt narratives and practical strategies, attendees gain a deeper understanding of the profound impact that parental support and advocacy have on creating inclusive spaces where every individual is valued and empowered to thrive. Heather inspires attendees to embrace inclusivity, celebrate diversity, and work collaboratively to create schools where everyone belongs."

State and national presenters will also cover topics such as behavior, inclusion, literacy, specially designed instruction, IEP process, and special education law.

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StorySchool Live Benefiting The Lucky Few Foundation
Feb
16
6:30 PM18:30

StorySchool Live Benefiting The Lucky Few Foundation

StorySchool Live is a "Moth" Style Storytelling event. This event will feature 8 people telling true stories, LIVE on stage for 5 minutes each.

Every Storyteller will share a story around the theme of 'belonging'.

Our storytellers will be professional speakers and artists, as well as everyday people who have experienced amazing stories. Just like you.

All proceeds from StorySchool Live will benefit The Lucky Few Foundation. The Lucky Few Foundation is a global storytelling movement shifting narratives about Down Syndrome to create a more inclusive world where everyone belongs.

We will have drinks available for purchase as well as merchandise and books in support of The Lucky Few.

Send this link and invite your brother, your roommate, or anyone who has a story worth sharing (that's all of us.)

Doors will open at 6:30, event begins at 7. See you there!

P.S Really, invite someone- it is going to be great.

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Everyone Belongs BTS Event with Gap
Sep
7
4:00 PM16:00

Everyone Belongs BTS Event with Gap

Celebrate the back-to-school season and the release of Heather’s new book with our friends at Gap Kids & Brody Schaffer.

Heather will be reading her new book "Everyone Belongs," Brody will be busting a move, & Gap will provide crafts (custom Gap gear, anyone?) and snacks! Come get your book signed, dance along and celebrate a back-to-school-year where everyone belongs.

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StorySchool Live Benefiting The Lucky Few Foundation
Jun
13
6:30 PM18:30

StorySchool Live Benefiting The Lucky Few Foundation

StorySchool Live is a "Moth" Style Storytelling event. This event will feature 8 people telling true stories, LIVE on stage for 5 minutes each.

Every Storyteller will share a story around the theme of 'belonging'.

Our storytellers will be professional speakers and artists, as well as everyday people who have experienced amazing stories. Just like you.

All proceeds from StorySchool Live will benefit The Lucky Few Foundation. The Lucky Few Foundation is a global storytelling movement shifting narratives about Down Syndrome to create a more inclusive world where everyone belongs.

We will have drinks available for purchase as well as merchandise and books in support of The Lucky Few.

Send this link and invite your brother, your roommate, or anyone who has a story worth sharing (that's all of us.)

Doors will open at 6:30, event begins at 7. See you there!

P.S Really, invite someone- it is going to be great.

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