Kansas Council on Developmental Disabilities

July is Disability Pride Month, a time to recognize the contributions, experiences, and civil rights of people with disabilities. We invite you to join us on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, from 11:30am – 12:30pm CT, for an engaging and informative webinar that explores the history, impact, and ongoing importance of disability rights in America.

Maximus, the Statewide HCBS Assessing Organization for the BI, FE and PD Waivers and the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE), is pleased to host a virtual presentation, “Building Inclusion Through Equal Protection: A Conversation About Disability Pride,” hosted by Medical Director, Dr. Judy Regan, and Clinical Program Manager, Jen Sieminski.

During this webinar, participants will learn about:

✔ The significance of Disability Pride Month
✔ The lasting impact of the landmark Olmstead Supreme Court decision and its role in advancing community integration
✔ How ableism affects individuals with disabilities and society as a whole
✔ The purpose and value of HCBS waivers and services
✔ How Medicaid programs help support individuals' rights to live, work, and thrive in their communities

Whether you are a professional, advocate, caregiver, family member, or are simply interested in learning more about disability rights, this session offers valuable insights and practical information.

📅 There is no cost to attend, but registration is required.

Reserve your spot today: https://maximus.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_w_BJ4weyTHKS5F5Q-FVqUA #/registration

We hope you'll join us as we celebrate Disability Pride Month and deepen our understanding of the policies, programs, and principles that support community inclusion and independence for people with disabilities.

Register today and be part of the conversation!

Everyone deserves a safe space to share, connect, and grow. We All Matter, our mental health support group for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities is here for you. 💙

🗓️ TOMORROW, July 3 at 4:30pm
📍 via Zoom

Join us to find support and community!

Register here: https://bit.ly/kcddWAM

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First Friday of each month, from 4:30-5:30pm via Zoom]

It's Disability Pride Month, and we can't think of a better way of kicking it off than sharing this Forbes piece, which highlights several disability rights leaders, including our very own, Whit Downing!

Read it here: https://www.forbes.com/sites/keelycatwells/2026/07/01/meet-the-disabled-leaders-redefining-their-industries-this-disability-pride-month/

Meet Disabled Leaders This Disability Pride Month The leaders highlighted are working across policy, literacy and the creator economy ensuring the movement continues and the legacy of those who came before us is honored