Wise Webinar Series
The Wise Webinar Series provides engaging and accessible learning opportunities centered on transition, supported employment and community inclusion services. Each session features diverse presenters from across the United States and beyond, offering valuable information, resources, and ideas. We are also focused on promoting and highlighting presenters with lived experience.
Every webinar includes ASL interpretation and accessible content to ensure an inclusive experience for all attendees. Participants gain new knowledge, share insights, and have the opportunity to earn continuing education credits while strengthening their professional development.
The series runs from October through June, with live webinars held every Wednesday from 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM PT. They are funded by the Washington State Developmental Disabilities Administration and offered at no cost to the public.
Learning Objectives:
- Gain knowledge and practical strategies related to transition, supported employment, and community inclusion services.
- Learn from diverse perspectives, including those with lived experience as well as national and international leaders in the field.
- Explore innovative tools, resources, and approaches that can be applied in your own work.
- Build connections across a broad network of professionals, self-advocates, and community members.
Upcoming Webinars
May 20, 2026 11:00 am - 12:00 pm PST
Employment Solutions for Rural Areas
Employment barriers, particularly in rural areas like Pike County, often appear insurmountable. However, by embracing innovative local solutions and fostering strong community partnerships, we can transform these challenges into opportunities. Empowering individuals with disabilities to...
Past Webinars
January 31, 2026 11:00 am - 12:00 pm PST
Building Inclusive Lives: Strategies Learned from Real CIE and CI Journeys
In this session, participants will hear directly about the journeys of individuals with disabilities as they build success in Competitive Integrated Employment (CIE) and Community Inclusion (CI). Members of each person’s support network—employers, natural supports,...