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SUMMARY:Interp. WS: Sign Language in an IDD World
DESCRIPTION:(Part of the TERP Training Series with PA’s Office of Developmental Programs)\nJuly 29\, 2025\n11:30 am – 1:00 pm (EST)\nVirtual Event (Zoom)\nPresented in American Sign Language\nTo register\, visit https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/x1MivHRdR4WIhTzbDG2eFQ\nInterpreting for folks with intellectual and developmental disabilities requires a variety of specialized skills. Understanding the varying perspectives both within and outside of the community is essential to doing your best work. \nThis session will take a deeper dive into the variety of ways sign language is used in the context of intellectual and developmental disabilities. This virtual\, live\, training session will focus on ASL vocabulary often used in the intellectual/developmental disability world and modifications that are commonly seen. Bring your own examples to share. The session will incorporate didactic elements\, as well as large & small group discussions. \nAttendees should be prepared to be on camera and participate in discussions. \nThis training is appropriate for ASL-English interpreters and students. 0.15 PS CEUs provided through Pennsylvania Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf (PARID). Participants do not need prior content knowledge to attend. \nAt the completion of this training\, the participant will be able to: \n\nCompare & contrast the linguistic needs of Deaf professionals in the IDA system vs. Deaf individuals receiving support\,\nDescribe the variety of signing skills used by DHHDB individuals in the IDA system\, and\nIdentify 3 tools or approaches an interpreter can employ when working in the IDA world.\n\nAbout the presenter: Lori Milcic is a nationally certified ASL-English interpreter with a specialist certification in mental health interpreting (QMHI). She also holds a master’s degree in psychology and currently works as the Deaf Services Coordinator for ODP. \nThere is no cost for this workshop.\nVisit https://home.myodp.org/resources/terp-training-series\nto stay up to date with this and other Terp Training Series\nsessions offered by ODP.\n\n\n\nPARID is an Approved RID CMP Sponsor for continuing education activities. This PS program is offered for .15 CEUs at the Little/None Content Knowledge Level. ODP follows a policy of nondiscrimination in all environments including recruiting\, hiring\, training\, benefits\, promotions\, transfers\, or treatment on the job on the basis of color\, religious belief\, sex\, age\, race\, national origin\, sexual orientation\, gender identity\, genetic information or disability.\nFor accommodations\, refund policy\, or other information\, please contact Lori Milcic at C-LMILCIC@pa.gov or via text/voice/FaceTime at 412.606.3174.
URL:https://mcdhh.mo.gov/events/interp-ws-sign-language-in-an-idd-world/
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SUMMARY:Interpreter Townhall Meeting
DESCRIPTION:MCDHH Interpreter Town Halls are an informal opportunity for interpreters to discuss and interact with MCDHH staff and other Missouri interpreters.  It is a good opportunity to express ideas and concerns one sees relating to the community in which they work and provide service.  Information gathered may be discussed with staff and commission members in the process of making change. \nPlease follow the link below. \nhttps://stateofmo.webex.com/stateofmo/j.php?MTID=m1e6c0b192bd5f4654ecccf7f08f9fe58  (NEW)
URL:https://mcdhh.mo.gov/events/interpreter-townhall-meeting-3/
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