Past Events

MobilityDog is excited to invite the community to A.R.F.! 2025 @Poodle Palooza. A.R.F.! will be a unique event that focuses on accessibility, empowerment, and FUNctional independence for individuals with disabilities and the elderly. This day promises connection, education, and excitement while highlighting the importance of mainstreaming disabilities and fostering inclusivity for all abilities. In honor of those who lost their lives in the Eaton Canyon Fires, MobilityDog will host workshops at A.R.F.! finding SOLUTIONS FOR: Evacuation Readiness and Safety for All for all disasters. Learn more here.

19th Annual Tools for Transformation Conference

Join the Special Needs Network for a transformative two-day conference dedicated to advancing autism care, early intervention, and workforce development. This event brings together professionals, caregivers, and advocates to explore the latest innovations, emerging technologies, and strategies for creating an inclusive and equitable future in developmental disability services.

This year’s conference will feature expert-led workshops, cutting-edge research discussions, hands-on training, and networking opportunities—all designed to empower professionals and families in the autism and developmental disability community. Details here.

Are you ready to make a real impact on disability policy? The 2025 Disability Policy Seminar is your chance to:

• Get insider updates on disability funding, Medicaid, education, and more.
• Sharpen your advocacy skills, whether you’re new to policy or a seasoned pro.
• Network with advocates and changemakers who share your passion.
• Meet with your elected officials during Hill Day to influence real change.

Sessions You Don’t Want to Miss:

Centering Self-Advocates in Policy Change: Self-advocates are the center of our movement, leading the charge every day to protect disability rights. Join us to learn how you can take action to protect Medicaid, education, and funding for people with disabilities.

Update From Congress and the Administration: Hear directly from experts and Capitol Hill insiders on what to expect from the new Congress and Administration and how it impacts people with disabilities.

You can learn more here.

Join Inclusive Sol for the “DisCo at the Capitol,” an event designed to ignite your passion, expand your knowledge, and empower you to become a fierce advocate for Californians with disabilities and their families.

It’s California’s most prominent “in-person” event for the disability rights movement. The “DisCo at the Capitol: California Disability Community Advocacy Day” inspires, educates, and empowers attendees to become advocates for Californians with disabilities and their families. The two-day event in Sacramento, CA is presented by The Arc of California, Easterseals, and United Cerebral Palsy, and will be free for individuals with disabilities, their caregivers and support team to attend Day 2 thanks to the generosity of sponsors.

It features well-known speakers who are trailblazers for promoting policies that improve the disability system of services, enabling Californians with disabilities to live inclusively in their communities. Attendees include government officials, changemakers within the disability community, self-advocates, family members, support professionals, educators, and more.

If you plan to attend, let’s connect. Register Today!

The Los Angeles County Commission on Disabilities in collaboration with the Los Angeles County Aging & Disabilities Department, will host an inspiring and empowering conversation with three remarkable leaders in the disability community: Matthew Caleb Fernandez, Kathleen Barajas, and Dr. Helen Tran. This one-hour webinar moderated by Reena De Asis from Inclusive Sol will explore the realities of living with cerebral palsy, overcoming barriers, and advocating for a more inclusive society.

What You’ll Gain from This Discussion:

• Personal Stories of Resilience & Advocacy: Matthew Caleb Fernandez and Kathleen Barajas share their experiences navigating life with CP and breaking stereotypes. Self-Advocacy & Leadership – Learn how individuals with disabilities can step into leadership roles and create lasting change.
• Healthcare & Rehabilitation Insights – Dr. Helen Tran from Rancho Los Amigos National Rehabilitation Center will provide expert guidance on adaptive strategies, accessible healthcare, and long-term wellness for individuals with CP.
• Actionable Takeaways – Tips on how to advocate for disability rights, navigate healthcare systems, and create a more inclusive world.

Whether you’re a person with CP, a caregiver, a professional, or an ally, this conversation will provide valuable insights, resources, and motivation to take action in your community.

Date: March 20, 2025
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Location: Zoom

In honor of March as Cerebral Palsy Awareness Month, we invite families and individuals with cerebral palsy to join us at the Abilities Expo on March 9. Our meeting spot will be after the Advocating for Access workshop at 3:45 p.m. to connect, share experiences, and build community.

Since the expo ends at 4:00 p.m., depending on the turnout, we’ll most likely move our meet-and-greet outside the hall. Wear green so we can easily spot you. Bring your cards and flyers, and get ready to share your social handles. You deserve the support of a community!