About this Event
Together We Belong: Parent Support & Disability Inclusion Workshop
Join Podcast with Cynthia for a supportive monthly gathering created for parents and caregivers of children with disabilities.
Parenting a child with a disability can bring unique challenges, questions, decisions, and experiences. Together We Belong provides a safe and welcoming space where parents and caregivers can talk openly about the challenges their families are facing, connect with others who understand, and learn practical ways to support their children.
What Parents Can Expect
Each month, we will come together to discuss real-life challenges and explore topics that matter to families, including:
- Understanding Your Child’s Needs & Challenges
- School, IEP & Parent Advocacy
- Healthcare, Family & Community Resources
- Safety, Inclusion & Belonging
A Place for Parents to Connect
This is more than a workshop. It is an opportunity for parents and caregivers to build relationships, share experiences, ask questions, exchange ideas, and strengthen their support system.
You don't have to have all the answers. Come with your questions, concerns, experiences, and willingness to connect with other families.
About Podcast with Cynthia
Podcast with Cynthia is dedicated to amplifying real stories of resilience, parenting, disability advocacy, IEP journeys, mental wellness, youth development, and faith-inspired growth.
Through interviews, community conversations, educational events, and family-centered programs, our mission is to uplift families, strengthen communities, and create opportunities for people to be heard, supported, and empowered.
Together, we can strengthen our voices, support our children, and build communities where every child has the opportunity to belong and thrive.
Agenda
🕑: 02:30 PM - 02:40 PM
Welcome & Parent Connection
Info: Welcome, introductions, and an overview of the workshop. Parents and caregivers will connect and prepare for an empowering conversation about disability inclusion and advocacy. Introductions, workshop purpose, and a brief opportunity for parents and caregivers to connect.
🕑: 02:45 PM - 03:30 PM
Understanding Your Child’s Needs & Challenges
Info: Every child is different. We’ll explore children’s individual strengths, needs, behaviors, emotions, communication, and challenges. Parents can discuss experiences at home, at school, and in the community while learning practical ways to better understand and support their child.
🕑: 03:30 PM - 04:00 PM
School, IEP & Parent Advocacy
Info: Learn practical strategies for communicating with schools and providers, understanding educational supports and your child’s rights, preparing for IEP meetings, and advocating with confidence.
🕑: 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
Resources, Inclusion & Parent Support
Info: Discover healthcare, behavioral health, disability, educational, and community resources. We’ll also discuss inclusion, friendships, safety, and ways to help children feel supported and valued in their community
🕑: 03:00 PM - 03:30 PM
Action Steps & Closing
Info: Key takeaways, next steps, and encouragement for continuing your advocacy journey.
Event venue & nearby stays
Greenwell Springs Road Regional Branch Library, 11300 Greenwell Springs Road, Baton Rouge, United States
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