Tools to Support Your Child’s Transition Journey
Wednesday, February 25 @ 12:00PM

The best way to prepare for your child’s transition to adult services is to begin early (even before age 14). Join us as we learn how Charting the LifeCourse (CtLC) tools offer a person-centered approach to start planning for transition.

From first developing a vision, to the many steps that follow, CtLC provides a framework for exploring your child’s interests, organizing resources, and planning for a good life. This webinar will highlight the Split Integrated Support Star, which notes past successes and challenges while envisioning future goals and identifying the supports needed to make them real.

The webinar will be presented by Maryann Welch, a certified CtLC Ambassador and parent to a teen receiving services from the Department of Developmental Services. Maryann is also Director of the Northeast Family Leadership Program and an Amesbury City Councilor.

Strategic Storytelling for Disability Advocacy
Session 2: Monday, March 2 @ 12:00PM

Are you looking to use your lived experience to push for change in the disability community? Join us for “Strategic Storytelling for Disability Advocacy,” a practical and interactive webinar series for parents and professionals.

Part Two is about action. You’ll practice turning lived experience into stories that drive audiences to do something, whether that means changing minds, policies, or outcomes. We’ll cover how to pare your story down to its essential core, so you’re ready for everything from a two-minute testimony to a compelling op-ed. And we’ll push beyond just the words, exploring how your voice, tone, and presence help you truly connect with listeners.

Across both sessions, you’ll get practical tips to grab your audience, explain what needs to change, make your ask clear, and communicate with confidence and respect. Whether you are speaking up for your child, your community, or your profession, you will leave with skills you can use right away and a story that is ready for action.

We hope you will register and join us to build your voice for change.

Autism Advocacy Day Pre-Event Training Webinar
Thursday, March 19 @ 12:00PM

Join Advocates for Autism of Massachusetts (AFAM) and The Arc of Massachusetts on March 19 at 12:00PM for a webinar designed to help you feel confident and prepared for Autism Advocacy Day 2026.

We’ll review this year’s key legislative priorities impacting the autism community, walk through what to expect on Autism Advocacy Day, and share practical tips for meeting with your legislators and telling your story. Whether you’re new to advocacy or a seasoned advocate, this webinar will help you make the most of Autism Advocacy Day on April 8.

This webinar also serves as the kickoff of AFAM’s new webinar series. We want to know what topics you would most like to see covered in future webinars. Share your ideas here.