CORT First Friday Webinar - Educational Rights for Students with Disabilities

Description

This training will explore the intersectional legal needs of students with disabilities and their families. Presenters Tracy Jensen and Erin Diaz will share strategies for navigating the complex landscape of special education law, emphasizing the importance of trauma-informed and holistic legal services.

Join us to learn about:

• The multifaceted nature of special education, encompassing education, housing, public benefits, and healthcare coordination
• The unique stressors faced by families of children with disabilities, including trauma-related conditions
• The role of legal aid in supporting families through advocacy, access to services, and collaboration with medical providers

Attendees will gain practical insight into how legal services programs can support client-centered, coordinated responses that address barriers to education for children with special needs.

Presenters

• Tracy Jensen, Senior Attorney, Legal Services of South Central Michigan
• Erin Diaz, J.D., M.Ed., Disability Rights Michigan

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