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Invisible Disability Week starts today and runs through October 24.  Remember to always be kind.  You never know who is struggling with a challenge that you can not see.

10/18/2020

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Weeks 3 and 4:  Due to scheduling conflicts, sessions 3 and 4 occurred on 2/26/20.  For session 3, Miranda Grunwell the Community Educator from Disability Network presented to the youth on community resources and the topic of self-disclosure.

3/1/2020

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Week 2: The second session of Youth for Independence occurred on 2/19/20.  The youth revisited their goals that they wrote last week.  The session topic was self determination.  The youth learned which self determination skills they currently possess

3/1/2020

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Week 1:  Yesterday, 2/12/20 was the first session of the Youth for Independence pilot program in partnership with Young Kings and Queens. The youth participating in the program is comprised of an amazing group of young people.  During the first sessio

2/13/2020

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Parents for Transition is partnering with Young Kings and Queens!  Parents for Transition is piloting the new program Youth for Independence with youth enrolled in Young Kings and Queens.  The 6 week program starts on February 12, 2020!

2/8/2020

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Check out this article by the Kalamazoo Community Foundation!

2/4/2020

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KZCF Grant Awards Invest in Equity and Education in Kalamazoo County

https://www.kalfound.org/About/WhatsNew/ViewArticle/tabid/190/ArticleId/304/KZCF-Grant-Awards-Invest-in-Equity-and-Education-in-Kalamazoo-County.aspx?fbclid=IwAR2CEHk-I3e4gRtc4HYAoiAjXJYCw-c32IoJDhP-CYJujZ0plBXFXd5KDU8

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"Talk It Up" Interview

12/22/2019

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On November 16, 2019, creator, Dr. Tamiko Garrett had the opportunity to appear on Double A's (Angela Anderson) radio show, "Talk It Up".  They talked about invisible disabilities and the importance of parents/guardians learning how to advocate for their children.  Her daughter, also made an appearance on the show and talked about her experience of having an invisible disability within the K-12 Educational System and going off to college.  She also shared some exciting news of upcoming partnerships and grant funding.

​Take a look and listen!

https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=10216933717788839&id=1042545499&sfnsn=mo&d=n&vh=I 
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Eastwood Neighborhood Block Party-Parents for Transition will have a information table at the 1st Annual Eastwood Neighborhood Block Party today 8/24/19.  Come visit us at Wilson Recreation Park 2620 Coy Ave. Kalamazoo, MI 49048 starting at 12:00 pm.

8/24/2019

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Equity in the Classroom Conference

3/17/2019

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Creator, Tamiko Garrett, presented at the 29th Annual Equity in the Classroom Conference! Take a look at her poster presentation at the conference. 
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Testimonials from first group!

3/9/2019

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"I am more comfortable and knowledgeable about seeking resources for my child."

"The program helped me to know where to find resources in order to help my son be successful."

​"I can assist my child with disclosing their disability."

"The program equipped me with adequate knowledge to help my daughter be successful in her transition to adulthood and living an independent life with an invisible disability. I did not have the skills before and I was afraid of how to go about helping her. She and I both are more comfortable now and have a solid game plan in place. We are looking forward to her success!"

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