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Dear VRS Community Partners,
Here are some exciting opportunities for training presented by the Autism Society of Minnesota:
Autism Society of Minnesota
Events for Autistic Professionals
Join the Autism Society of Minnesota for a lineup of events designed to empower, educate, and connect autistic adults and the professionals who support them. Whether you're looking to build valuable skills, connect with your community, or learn from experts in the field, AuSM has something for you! With a focus on practical tools and strategies, plus virtual access and recordings, these events offer a convenient and accessible way to grow personally and professionally. Scholarships are available.
Workshop: Working While Autistic
OCT. 9, 9 A.M.-12 P.M.
HELD ONLINE
Pricing:
$59.99 (Non-Members/Professionals)
$49.99 (Members Only Price)
$39.99 (Autistic Adults)
Professional success is possible for every autistic adult. In this workshop, intended for autistic adults and those who support them, you will gain an understanding of key employment issues affecting the autism community and practical strategies for finding and keeping meaningful employment opportunities.
This workshop is offered in partnership with Minnesota Independence College & Community.
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Autistic Community Summit
NOV. 9, 10 A.M.-4:30 P.M.
WOODLAKE CHURCH, RICHFIELD, MN AND VIRTUALLY
Pricing: $35
Created and curated by autistic adults, for autistic adults, the Autistic Community Summit can provide you with a space for community building and learning from Minnesota's autistic community. The summit is dedicated to amplifying the voices of autistic individuals and fostering a supportive community that embraces diversity, inclusion, and empowerment.
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Workshop: Executive Function Essentials
DEC. 5, 9 A.M.-12 P.M.
HELD ONLINE
Pricing:
$59.99 (Non-Members/Professionals)
$49.99 (Members Online Price)
$39.99 (Autistic Adults)
Gain practical strategies to help build self-regulation and strengthen executive function skills, with innovative concepts like spiral time. Designed specifically with neurodivergent brains in mind, this workshop equips you with actionable tools to support time management, organization, and more.
This workshop is offered in partnership with the Autism Society of Greater Wisconsin.
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30th Annual Minnesota Autism Conference
APRIL 16-18,2025
BLOOMINGTON, MN
Pricing:
$499 (Non-Members/Professionals)
$399 (Early Bird/Member Price)
$299 (Autistic Member Price)
$149 (Virtual Only Price)
We're thrilled to offer another in-person conference with all the latest information on autism, all in one place. This year's conference will feature three keynote speakers as well as breakout sessions tailored for all audiences including autistics, family members, educators, and professionals. Visit the AuSM Shop, gather information from key autism exhibitors, and spend your conference days networking and learning from expert speakers.
AUTISM SOCIETY OF MINNESOTA
2380 Wycliff St., #102, St. Paul, MN 55114
WWW.AUSM.ORG
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If you have any questions, please reach out to one of us:
- Janeen Oien: Community Partnerships Program Specialist, 763-204-1354, Oien@state.mn.us
- Jess Outhwaite: Community Partnerships Program Specialist, 763-233-8829, Outhwaite@state.mn.us
- Anne Paulson: Community Partnerships Program Specialist, 651-259-7135, Paulson@state.mn.us
- Sara Sundeen: Community Partnerships Program Specialist, 651-247-9121, Sundeen@state.mn.us
- Lori Thorpe: Director of Contracts and Partnerships, 651-274-8880, Thorpe@state.mn.us
To find out which Community Partnerships Program Specialist is the dedicated liaison for a particular Community Partner, go to: https://mn.gov/deed/job-seekers/disabilities/partners/listing/.
What is the DEED-Vocational Rehabilitation Services Community Partner and Stakeholder listserv?
The Vocational Rehabilitation Services (VRS) Division of the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) comprises the public Vocational Rehabilitation program, the Minnesota Extended Employment program, Independent Living services, Individual Placement and Supports grants, and Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing grants.
The DEED-VRS Community Partner and Stakeholder listserv is the communication platform for current VRS Community Partners, potential VRS Community Partners, and other interested stakeholders in Minnesota’s disability employment services system. We encourage you to subscribe if you are an interested stakeholder in Minnesota’s disability employment services system.
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