Event Calendar

The Events page lists upcoming opportunities to learn on-demand (recorded), online learning, and with peers. You can choose from a range of topics and select what’s best for you – self-paced, peer-to-peer, in-person, or virtual learning.  These events cover topics like special education, advocacy, disability rights, and family support. It’s a place to stay connected, learn new skills, engage with others in the disability community, and share your wisdom with others.

Online – Black / African American Family Support Group

Register to join Provides a safe, validating, and empowering space for parents, caregivers, and families of African descent so they can find understanding, strength, and resources to navigate their unique and often challenging and isolating journey of raising Black/African American children or family member with a disability. This group supports:Open discussions,Shared experiences and cultural and Read More

Free

Workshop for Military Families – The Great IDEA of Education Services: Parents Rights in Four Parts

Register to join! STOMP Workshops sessions help military families access valuable information and resources, build connections, and strengthen family-professional partnerships. Each workshop lasts two hours, presented over Zoom. STOMP Workshops and Webinars are free to Read More

Free

Online – Awesome Autism Parent Support Group

Register to Join! Awesome Autism Parent Support Group – The Awesome Autism Parent Support Group is a community dedicated to providing a nurturing and empowering environment for parents and caregivers of children with autism. The primary goal is to offer emotional support, share resources, exchange experiences, and promote a sense of unity among parents, individuals, Read More

Free

Online- South Sound Autism Partnership Meeting

Register to join! The South Sound Autism Partnership is a gathering of individuals, families, providers, and organizations who are part of the Autism community within the South Puget Sound area of Washington State. Our primary purpose is to increase awareness, acceptance, and advocacy of Autism in order to provide support for our community and impact Read More

Free

Online – P2P Early Years – Birth to 8 – Support Group

Register to join PAVES Pierce “Parent 2 Parent Support Groups” offers a nurturing space for caregivers to connect, share experiences, and find guidance. Parents come together to discuss challenges, celebrate successes, and exchange practical strategies in raising children with disabilities. Through mutual understanding and empathy, this group provides emotional support, valuable resources, and a sense Read More

Free

Workshop for Military Families – The Great IDEA of Education Services: Parents Rights in Four Parts

Register to join! STOMP Workshops sessions help military families access valuable information and resources, build connections, and strengthen family-professional partnerships. Each workshop lasts two hours, presented over Zoom. STOMP Workshops and Webinars are free to Read More

Free

Tacoma – Young Adult Advocates Collective

PAVE Headquarters 6316 South 12th St., Tacoma, Washington

Register to join Join other young adults 18 – 26 years of age with disabilities and connect online or in-person in Tacoma. Share, discuss, listen, brainstorm, and shape your future! Check it out, join monthly, or when you can. When Do We Meet? Day: 3rd Wednesday of each month Time: 4-5pm PT Location: Hybrid Virtual: Zoom In-Person: PAVE Office 6316 Read More

Free

Hybrid – People First of Washington Pierce County Meeting

Lakewood Library 10202 Gravelly Lake Dr. SW, Lakewood, Washington

The purpose and mission of People First of Washington is to assist all people to realize and appreciate that we are PEOPLE FIRST and our disabilities are secondary. We are equal citizens in our communities. This meeting is available both in person and online. To learn more or to get the online meeting link visit: Read More

Free

Online – Black / African American Family Support Group

Register to join Provides a safe, validating, and empowering space for parents, caregivers, and families of African descent so they can find understanding, strength, and resources to navigate their unique and often challenging and isolating journey of raising Black/African American children or family member with a disability. This group supports:Open discussions,Shared experiences and cultural and Read More

Free

Workshop for Military Families – The Great IDEA of Education Services: Parents Rights in Four Parts

Register to join! STOMP Workshops sessions help military families access valuable information and resources, build connections, and strengthen family-professional partnerships. Each workshop lasts two hours, presented over Zoom. STOMP Workshops and Webinars are free to Read More

Free
Online – Teen Advocates Collective

Online – Teen Advocates Collective

Join teens who are 13 – 17 years of age with disabilities to connect online to share, chat, listen, brainstorm, and shape your future! Check it out, join monthly, or when you can. When Do We Meet? Day: 4th Wednesday of each month Time: 4-5pm PT Location: Zoom What to expect…. Fun: Meetings will use technology, visuals, and games Read More

Free