Here are the upcoming events around the Sibling Leadership Network in March:
- March 1st to April 5 – WisconSibs – Sibs are my Peeps Photo Challenge
The contest runs from March 1 to April 5, 2024. Finalists will get to display their Sibs Are My Peeps creation at the 2024 Fox Cities Kidz Expo on April 20, 2024 at the Fox Cities Kidz Expo, downtown Appleton and compete for the āPeeplās Choiceā.
More information and see entries from previous years visitĀ https://wisconsibs.org/what-we-offer/sibs-are-my-peeps/
Download the entry form. Email the form and 2 photos to siblingsaremypeeps@wisconsibs.org
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March 12 – Missouri Sibling Leadership Network – Webinar on Guardianship & Alternatives
Missouri Sibling Leadership Network will be presenting their first online webinar on March 12th for sibs! Their keynote speaker is Jane St. John from the UMKC Institute of Human Development. She will share her expertise on the topics of guardianship and alternatives!
https://umsystem.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJArcemvqz4oGNb8NPw6bo9iVhdZoJA-7tPb?os=ipad#/registration
- March 16 – WisconSibs – Journey Forward
For adults who have a sibling with developmental disabilities or long-term illnesses, the journey together is lifelong. You may already be in a caregiving role or expect to in the future. This program helps you clarify your role, get the planning tools to move forward, and connect with other siblings and local resources that will change your future.
Ā Journey Forward has one main goalā to help you as an adult sibling move forward with peace of mind. This event is presented by WisconSibs. Hosted by Covey.
When you finish Journey Forward, you will have a written document which describes your siblingās desired future living arrangement, community role, and lifestyle preferences.Ā You will have a plan that includes practical directions and information for maintaining continuity in your siblingās daily life and needed supports to achieve these outcomes.Ā Some call this peace of mind.Ā
Adult siblings are encouraged to invite parents, siblings (including any with disabilities), and other family members as their guests. The program includes all materials and lunch for adult siblings and their guests (spouse, other siblings, parents, and any other significant members of their family or team) for both sessions. The date of the second session will be determined with the group on March 16th.
When: March 16, 2024 @ 8:30 am ā 1:00 pm
Where: James P. Coughlin Center (UW Extension- Winnebago Co.) 625 E. County Road Y (Sunnyview Rd.) Oshkosh, WI 54901
Cost: $75/family
Have questions? Check out theseĀ FAQsĀ or reach out to use at info@wisconsibs.org
- March 20 – WisconSibs – Disability Advocacy Day
Disability Advocacy Day is designed to connect sibs with legislators and talk about issues that matter. You are the expert in sharing how legislative policies affect YOU and people with disabilities in their everyday lives.
Learn more here: WWW.SURVIVALCOALITIONWI.ORG Ā
Disability Advocacy Day is a day-long event focused on connecting Self-Advocates with their legislators to talk about issues that matter to them. Attendees are expected to participate in the full day of activities.
Details and registration links can be found on WisconSibās website.