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Welcome to PeerGalaxy Calendar featuring over 187,600+ monthly offerings of FREE telephone- and online-accessible peer support, recovery support, and wellness activities!  Plus 50+ warmlines, helplines, chatlines, and hotlines.  Plus workshops, webinars, job postings, resources, observances, special events, consumer input opportunities and more.

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Training Opportunities in July 2020
List Provided Courtesy of State of Oregon, Oregon Health Authority
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Calendar Event Sorting

At the top, the 24/7/365 SAMHSA Disaster Helpline and similar links.

Next, Bundled “All Day” Events

Some organizations (like 12 step recovery programs, AA, NA, AlAnon, etc.) have so many events happening throughout the day that they need to be in a bundled listing to spare endless scrolling.  Often there is a link to look up events by zip code and other criteria.

Lastly, Time-Specific Events

So you can see what’s happening in the next hours, time specific events are tagged and listed by start time from 12:01am early morning to 11:59pm late night.  There can be events and warmlines operating in different time zones, though we try to list all in Oregon’s Pacific Time Zone.

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Apr
28
Mon
2025
FACT Oregon – Introduction to Disability and Special Education – Understanding Special Education – Wednesday @ Online Via Zoom
Apr 28 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
FACT Oregon - Introduction to Disability and Special Education  - Understanding Special Education - Wednesday @ Online Via Zoom

 

Introduction to Disability and Special Education (3 trainings)

Wednesdays, November 6, 13, 20 | 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm | Zoom

Join FACT Oregon for a series of three introductory trainings on disability and special education. In these sessions, you will learn key concepts related to disability, understand the purpose of special education and the six main principles of IDEA, and explore how to advocate for your child and work with their school team effectively.

  • Session 1 (Nov. 6): Key Concepts in Disability Justice
  • Session 2 (Nov. 13): Understanding Special Education
  • Session 3 (Nov 20): Collaborative Communication

Attend 1 or all 3 trainings in the series.

Register: English | Español | Download Flyers: English | Español

Language Services: Trainings will be provided in English and Spanish. Please request other language supports at least fourteen (14) days before the event.

 

Apr
29
Tue
2025
AM – All Month – S.S. – Sankofa Series – Black Resistance – Tuesdays @ Online Via Webex
Apr 29 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Black Resistance

Sankofa Series

Tuesdays 1:00PM – 2:00PM PST

Sankofa Series

The Sankofa series is charged with raising awareness of Black history and culture, sparking thought-provoking conversation, and celebrating Black culture. Come together to learn, explore, and discuss Black history and culture.

Register to receive the link to join the discussions Via Webex

REGISTRATION

FACT Oregon – Introduction to Disability and Special Education – Understanding Special Education – Wednesday @ Online Via Zoom
Apr 29 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
FACT Oregon - Introduction to Disability and Special Education  - Understanding Special Education - Wednesday @ Online Via Zoom

 

Introduction to Disability and Special Education (3 trainings)

Wednesdays, November 6, 13, 20 | 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm | Zoom

Join FACT Oregon for a series of three introductory trainings on disability and special education. In these sessions, you will learn key concepts related to disability, understand the purpose of special education and the six main principles of IDEA, and explore how to advocate for your child and work with their school team effectively.

  • Session 1 (Nov. 6): Key Concepts in Disability Justice
  • Session 2 (Nov. 13): Understanding Special Education
  • Session 3 (Nov 20): Collaborative Communication

Attend 1 or all 3 trainings in the series.

Register: English | Español | Download Flyers: English | Español

Language Services: Trainings will be provided in English and Spanish. Please request other language supports at least fourteen (14) days before the event.

 

Q.L.- Quest love’s – Tuesday Night Book Club – Tuesday @ Online Event Register for Details
Apr 29 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm

Tuesday Night Book Club: Questlove's Music Is History

 

Tue, February 21, 2023, 4:30 PM – 7:30 PM PST

Visit | Monmouth University

This month’s novel is Questlove’s Music Is History.

Music Is History combines Questlove’s deep musical expertise with his curiosity about history, examining America over the past fifty years.

Focusing on the years 1971 to the present, Questlove finds the hidden connections in the American tapes- try, whether investigating how the blaxploitation era reshaped Black identity or considering the way disco took an assembly-line approach to Black genius. And these critical inquiries are complemented by his own memories as a music fan, and the way his appetite for pop culture taught him about America.

A history of the last half-century and an intimate conversation with one of music’s most influential and original voices, Music Is History is a singular look at contemporary America.

When you register, you will be provided the meeting link to join the conversation.

Use This Link To Register

Apr
30
Wed
2025
WFA – Wildflower Alliance – Alternatives to Suicide Support Group – Wednesdays @ Online Via ZOOM
Apr 30 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am
WFA - Wildflower Alliance - Alternatives to Suicide Support Group - Wednesdays @ Online Via ZOOM

 

 

 

Wildflower Alliance

Alternatives to Suicide

Wednesdays 10:00am – 11:30am PT

Access by web: https://zoom.us/j/913556470

Access by phone: 646.876.9923

Toll free access: 888.205.3279

Meeting ID: 913 556 470

The Alternatives to Suicide movement is a peer-based support approach for individuals grappling with suicidal thoughts, grounded in lived experience and mutual support rather than clinical intervention. Founded by the Wildflower Alliance (formerly known as the Western Massachusetts Recovery Learning Community), the movement challenges traditional suicide prevention models by providing a non-judgmental space where participants can openly discuss their feelings without fear of hospitalization or other clinical responses. This approach is centered on harm reduction and empathy, creating a community where people support one another by sharing personal insights and coping strategies, often outside of traditional clinical settings.

Unlike conventional suicide prevention efforts that may prioritize risk assessment and intervention, Alternatives to Suicide groups emphasize trust, autonomy, and authenticity. Group facilitators, many of whom have their own lived experiences with suicide ideation, encourage participants to explore their thoughts and emotions without judgment. Sessions cover a range of topics, including grief, self-worth, and other personal struggles, while fostering long-term relationships that extend beyond the group. This emphasis on community and ongoing support aims to empower individuals to find meaning and resilience amid personal crises.

The Alternatives to Suicide model has gained traction internationally, as it represents a shift from risk-focused suicide prevention to a model that prioritizes connection, transparency, and the individual’s own agency. Many participants and advocates see this as a more humane approach, reducing the stigma around discussing suicide and allowing individuals to openly share their experiences. The movement’s impact is seen in the reduction of isolation among participants, who feel heard and understood in a way that clinical environments often don’t allow. For more information, visit the Wildflower Alliance’s [Alternatives to Suicide page](https://wildfloweralliance.org).

 

 

 

FACT Oregon – Introduction to Disability and Special Education – Understanding Special Education – Wednesday @ Online Via Zoom
Apr 30 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
FACT Oregon - Introduction to Disability and Special Education  - Understanding Special Education - Wednesday @ Online Via Zoom

 

Introduction to Disability and Special Education (3 trainings)

Wednesdays, November 6, 13, 20 | 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm | Zoom

Join FACT Oregon for a series of three introductory trainings on disability and special education. In these sessions, you will learn key concepts related to disability, understand the purpose of special education and the six main principles of IDEA, and explore how to advocate for your child and work with their school team effectively.

  • Session 1 (Nov. 6): Key Concepts in Disability Justice
  • Session 2 (Nov. 13): Understanding Special Education
  • Session 3 (Nov 20): Collaborative Communication

Attend 1 or all 3 trainings in the series.

Register: English | Español | Download Flyers: English | Español

Language Services: Trainings will be provided in English and Spanish. Please request other language supports at least fourteen (14) days before the event.

 

May
1
Thu
2025
FACT Oregon – Introduction to Disability and Special Education – Understanding Special Education – Wednesday @ Online Via Zoom
May 1 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
FACT Oregon - Introduction to Disability and Special Education  - Understanding Special Education - Wednesday @ Online Via Zoom

 

Introduction to Disability and Special Education (3 trainings)

Wednesdays, November 6, 13, 20 | 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm | Zoom

Join FACT Oregon for a series of three introductory trainings on disability and special education. In these sessions, you will learn key concepts related to disability, understand the purpose of special education and the six main principles of IDEA, and explore how to advocate for your child and work with their school team effectively.

  • Session 1 (Nov. 6): Key Concepts in Disability Justice
  • Session 2 (Nov. 13): Understanding Special Education
  • Session 3 (Nov 20): Collaborative Communication

Attend 1 or all 3 trainings in the series.

Register: English | Español | Download Flyers: English | Español

Language Services: Trainings will be provided in English and Spanish. Please request other language supports at least fourteen (14) days before the event.

 

May
2
Fri
2025
FACT Oregon – Introduction to Disability and Special Education – Understanding Special Education – Wednesday @ Online Via Zoom
May 2 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
FACT Oregon - Introduction to Disability and Special Education  - Understanding Special Education - Wednesday @ Online Via Zoom

 

Introduction to Disability and Special Education (3 trainings)

Wednesdays, November 6, 13, 20 | 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm | Zoom

Join FACT Oregon for a series of three introductory trainings on disability and special education. In these sessions, you will learn key concepts related to disability, understand the purpose of special education and the six main principles of IDEA, and explore how to advocate for your child and work with their school team effectively.

  • Session 1 (Nov. 6): Key Concepts in Disability Justice
  • Session 2 (Nov. 13): Understanding Special Education
  • Session 3 (Nov 20): Collaborative Communication

Attend 1 or all 3 trainings in the series.

Register: English | Español | Download Flyers: English | Español

Language Services: Trainings will be provided in English and Spanish. Please request other language supports at least fourteen (14) days before the event.

 

May
3
Sat
2025
FACT Oregon – Introduction to Disability and Special Education – Understanding Special Education – Wednesday @ Online Via Zoom
May 3 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
FACT Oregon - Introduction to Disability and Special Education  - Understanding Special Education - Wednesday @ Online Via Zoom

 

Introduction to Disability and Special Education (3 trainings)

Wednesdays, November 6, 13, 20 | 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm | Zoom

Join FACT Oregon for a series of three introductory trainings on disability and special education. In these sessions, you will learn key concepts related to disability, understand the purpose of special education and the six main principles of IDEA, and explore how to advocate for your child and work with their school team effectively.

  • Session 1 (Nov. 6): Key Concepts in Disability Justice
  • Session 2 (Nov. 13): Understanding Special Education
  • Session 3 (Nov 20): Collaborative Communication

Attend 1 or all 3 trainings in the series.

Register: English | Español | Download Flyers: English | Español

Language Services: Trainings will be provided in English and Spanish. Please request other language supports at least fourteen (14) days before the event.

 

May
4
Sun
2025
FACT Oregon – Introduction to Disability and Special Education – Understanding Special Education – Wednesday @ Online Via Zoom
May 4 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
FACT Oregon - Introduction to Disability and Special Education  - Understanding Special Education - Wednesday @ Online Via Zoom

 

Introduction to Disability and Special Education (3 trainings)

Wednesdays, November 6, 13, 20 | 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm | Zoom

Join FACT Oregon for a series of three introductory trainings on disability and special education. In these sessions, you will learn key concepts related to disability, understand the purpose of special education and the six main principles of IDEA, and explore how to advocate for your child and work with their school team effectively.

  • Session 1 (Nov. 6): Key Concepts in Disability Justice
  • Session 2 (Nov. 13): Understanding Special Education
  • Session 3 (Nov 20): Collaborative Communication

Attend 1 or all 3 trainings in the series.

Register: English | Español | Download Flyers: English | Español

Language Services: Trainings will be provided in English and Spanish. Please request other language supports at least fourteen (14) days before the event.

 

May
5
Mon
2025
FACT Oregon – Introduction to Disability and Special Education – Understanding Special Education – Wednesday @ Online Via Zoom
May 5 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
FACT Oregon - Introduction to Disability and Special Education  - Understanding Special Education - Wednesday @ Online Via Zoom

 

Introduction to Disability and Special Education (3 trainings)

Wednesdays, November 6, 13, 20 | 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm | Zoom

Join FACT Oregon for a series of three introductory trainings on disability and special education. In these sessions, you will learn key concepts related to disability, understand the purpose of special education and the six main principles of IDEA, and explore how to advocate for your child and work with their school team effectively.

  • Session 1 (Nov. 6): Key Concepts in Disability Justice
  • Session 2 (Nov. 13): Understanding Special Education
  • Session 3 (Nov 20): Collaborative Communication

Attend 1 or all 3 trainings in the series.

Register: English | Español | Download Flyers: English | Español

Language Services: Trainings will be provided in English and Spanish. Please request other language supports at least fourteen (14) days before the event.

 

May
6
Tue
2025
AM – All Month – S.S. – Sankofa Series – Black Resistance – Tuesdays @ Online Via Webex
May 6 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Black Resistance

Sankofa Series

Tuesdays 1:00PM – 2:00PM PST

Sankofa Series

The Sankofa series is charged with raising awareness of Black history and culture, sparking thought-provoking conversation, and celebrating Black culture. Come together to learn, explore, and discuss Black history and culture.

Register to receive the link to join the discussions Via Webex

REGISTRATION

FACT Oregon – Introduction to Disability and Special Education – Understanding Special Education – Wednesday @ Online Via Zoom
May 6 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
FACT Oregon - Introduction to Disability and Special Education  - Understanding Special Education - Wednesday @ Online Via Zoom

 

Introduction to Disability and Special Education (3 trainings)

Wednesdays, November 6, 13, 20 | 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm | Zoom

Join FACT Oregon for a series of three introductory trainings on disability and special education. In these sessions, you will learn key concepts related to disability, understand the purpose of special education and the six main principles of IDEA, and explore how to advocate for your child and work with their school team effectively.

  • Session 1 (Nov. 6): Key Concepts in Disability Justice
  • Session 2 (Nov. 13): Understanding Special Education
  • Session 3 (Nov 20): Collaborative Communication

Attend 1 or all 3 trainings in the series.

Register: English | Español | Download Flyers: English | Español

Language Services: Trainings will be provided in English and Spanish. Please request other language supports at least fourteen (14) days before the event.

 

Q.L.- Quest love’s – Tuesday Night Book Club – Tuesday @ Online Event Register for Details
May 6 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm

Tuesday Night Book Club: Questlove's Music Is History

 

Tue, February 21, 2023, 4:30 PM – 7:30 PM PST

Visit | Monmouth University

This month’s novel is Questlove’s Music Is History.

Music Is History combines Questlove’s deep musical expertise with his curiosity about history, examining America over the past fifty years.

Focusing on the years 1971 to the present, Questlove finds the hidden connections in the American tapes- try, whether investigating how the blaxploitation era reshaped Black identity or considering the way disco took an assembly-line approach to Black genius. And these critical inquiries are complemented by his own memories as a music fan, and the way his appetite for pop culture taught him about America.

A history of the last half-century and an intimate conversation with one of music’s most influential and original voices, Music Is History is a singular look at contemporary America.

When you register, you will be provided the meeting link to join the conversation.

Use This Link To Register

May
7
Wed
2025
WFA – Wildflower Alliance – Alternatives to Suicide Support Group – Wednesdays @ Online Via ZOOM
May 7 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am
WFA - Wildflower Alliance - Alternatives to Suicide Support Group - Wednesdays @ Online Via ZOOM

 

 

 

Wildflower Alliance

Alternatives to Suicide

Wednesdays 10:00am – 11:30am PT

Access by web: https://zoom.us/j/913556470

Access by phone: 646.876.9923

Toll free access: 888.205.3279

Meeting ID: 913 556 470

The Alternatives to Suicide movement is a peer-based support approach for individuals grappling with suicidal thoughts, grounded in lived experience and mutual support rather than clinical intervention. Founded by the Wildflower Alliance (formerly known as the Western Massachusetts Recovery Learning Community), the movement challenges traditional suicide prevention models by providing a non-judgmental space where participants can openly discuss their feelings without fear of hospitalization or other clinical responses. This approach is centered on harm reduction and empathy, creating a community where people support one another by sharing personal insights and coping strategies, often outside of traditional clinical settings.

Unlike conventional suicide prevention efforts that may prioritize risk assessment and intervention, Alternatives to Suicide groups emphasize trust, autonomy, and authenticity. Group facilitators, many of whom have their own lived experiences with suicide ideation, encourage participants to explore their thoughts and emotions without judgment. Sessions cover a range of topics, including grief, self-worth, and other personal struggles, while fostering long-term relationships that extend beyond the group. This emphasis on community and ongoing support aims to empower individuals to find meaning and resilience amid personal crises.

The Alternatives to Suicide model has gained traction internationally, as it represents a shift from risk-focused suicide prevention to a model that prioritizes connection, transparency, and the individual’s own agency. Many participants and advocates see this as a more humane approach, reducing the stigma around discussing suicide and allowing individuals to openly share their experiences. The movement’s impact is seen in the reduction of isolation among participants, who feel heard and understood in a way that clinical environments often don’t allow. For more information, visit the Wildflower Alliance’s [Alternatives to Suicide page](https://wildfloweralliance.org).

 

 

 

FACT Oregon – Introduction to Disability and Special Education – Understanding Special Education – Wednesday @ Online Via Zoom
May 7 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
FACT Oregon - Introduction to Disability and Special Education  - Understanding Special Education - Wednesday @ Online Via Zoom

 

Introduction to Disability and Special Education (3 trainings)

Wednesdays, November 6, 13, 20 | 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm | Zoom

Join FACT Oregon for a series of three introductory trainings on disability and special education. In these sessions, you will learn key concepts related to disability, understand the purpose of special education and the six main principles of IDEA, and explore how to advocate for your child and work with their school team effectively.

  • Session 1 (Nov. 6): Key Concepts in Disability Justice
  • Session 2 (Nov. 13): Understanding Special Education
  • Session 3 (Nov 20): Collaborative Communication

Attend 1 or all 3 trainings in the series.

Register: English | Español | Download Flyers: English | Español

Language Services: Trainings will be provided in English and Spanish. Please request other language supports at least fourteen (14) days before the event.

 

May
8
Thu
2025
FACT Oregon – Introduction to Disability and Special Education – Understanding Special Education – Wednesday @ Online Via Zoom
May 8 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
FACT Oregon - Introduction to Disability and Special Education  - Understanding Special Education - Wednesday @ Online Via Zoom

 

Introduction to Disability and Special Education (3 trainings)

Wednesdays, November 6, 13, 20 | 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm | Zoom

Join FACT Oregon for a series of three introductory trainings on disability and special education. In these sessions, you will learn key concepts related to disability, understand the purpose of special education and the six main principles of IDEA, and explore how to advocate for your child and work with their school team effectively.

  • Session 1 (Nov. 6): Key Concepts in Disability Justice
  • Session 2 (Nov. 13): Understanding Special Education
  • Session 3 (Nov 20): Collaborative Communication

Attend 1 or all 3 trainings in the series.

Register: English | Español | Download Flyers: English | Español

Language Services: Trainings will be provided in English and Spanish. Please request other language supports at least fourteen (14) days before the event.

 

May
9
Fri
2025
FACT Oregon – Introduction to Disability and Special Education – Understanding Special Education – Wednesday @ Online Via Zoom
May 9 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
FACT Oregon - Introduction to Disability and Special Education  - Understanding Special Education - Wednesday @ Online Via Zoom

 

Introduction to Disability and Special Education (3 trainings)

Wednesdays, November 6, 13, 20 | 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm | Zoom

Join FACT Oregon for a series of three introductory trainings on disability and special education. In these sessions, you will learn key concepts related to disability, understand the purpose of special education and the six main principles of IDEA, and explore how to advocate for your child and work with their school team effectively.

  • Session 1 (Nov. 6): Key Concepts in Disability Justice
  • Session 2 (Nov. 13): Understanding Special Education
  • Session 3 (Nov 20): Collaborative Communication

Attend 1 or all 3 trainings in the series.

Register: English | Español | Download Flyers: English | Español

Language Services: Trainings will be provided in English and Spanish. Please request other language supports at least fourteen (14) days before the event.

 

May
10
Sat
2025
FACT Oregon – Introduction to Disability and Special Education – Understanding Special Education – Wednesday @ Online Via Zoom
May 10 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
FACT Oregon - Introduction to Disability and Special Education  - Understanding Special Education - Wednesday @ Online Via Zoom

 

Introduction to Disability and Special Education (3 trainings)

Wednesdays, November 6, 13, 20 | 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm | Zoom

Join FACT Oregon for a series of three introductory trainings on disability and special education. In these sessions, you will learn key concepts related to disability, understand the purpose of special education and the six main principles of IDEA, and explore how to advocate for your child and work with their school team effectively.

  • Session 1 (Nov. 6): Key Concepts in Disability Justice
  • Session 2 (Nov. 13): Understanding Special Education
  • Session 3 (Nov 20): Collaborative Communication

Attend 1 or all 3 trainings in the series.

Register: English | Español | Download Flyers: English | Español

Language Services: Trainings will be provided in English and Spanish. Please request other language supports at least fourteen (14) days before the event.

 

May
11
Sun
2025
FACT Oregon – Introduction to Disability and Special Education – Understanding Special Education – Wednesday @ Online Via Zoom
May 11 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
FACT Oregon - Introduction to Disability and Special Education  - Understanding Special Education - Wednesday @ Online Via Zoom

 

Introduction to Disability and Special Education (3 trainings)

Wednesdays, November 6, 13, 20 | 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm | Zoom

Join FACT Oregon for a series of three introductory trainings on disability and special education. In these sessions, you will learn key concepts related to disability, understand the purpose of special education and the six main principles of IDEA, and explore how to advocate for your child and work with their school team effectively.

  • Session 1 (Nov. 6): Key Concepts in Disability Justice
  • Session 2 (Nov. 13): Understanding Special Education
  • Session 3 (Nov 20): Collaborative Communication

Attend 1 or all 3 trainings in the series.

Register: English | Español | Download Flyers: English | Español

Language Services: Trainings will be provided in English and Spanish. Please request other language supports at least fourteen (14) days before the event.

 

May
12
Mon
2025
FACT Oregon – Introduction to Disability and Special Education – Understanding Special Education – Wednesday @ Online Via Zoom
May 12 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
FACT Oregon - Introduction to Disability and Special Education  - Understanding Special Education - Wednesday @ Online Via Zoom

 

Introduction to Disability and Special Education (3 trainings)

Wednesdays, November 6, 13, 20 | 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm | Zoom

Join FACT Oregon for a series of three introductory trainings on disability and special education. In these sessions, you will learn key concepts related to disability, understand the purpose of special education and the six main principles of IDEA, and explore how to advocate for your child and work with their school team effectively.

  • Session 1 (Nov. 6): Key Concepts in Disability Justice
  • Session 2 (Nov. 13): Understanding Special Education
  • Session 3 (Nov 20): Collaborative Communication

Attend 1 or all 3 trainings in the series.

Register: English | Español | Download Flyers: English | Español

Language Services: Trainings will be provided in English and Spanish. Please request other language supports at least fourteen (14) days before the event.

 

May
13
Tue
2025
AM – All Month – S.S. – Sankofa Series – Black Resistance – Tuesdays @ Online Via Webex
May 13 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Black Resistance

Sankofa Series

Tuesdays 1:00PM – 2:00PM PST

Sankofa Series

The Sankofa series is charged with raising awareness of Black history and culture, sparking thought-provoking conversation, and celebrating Black culture. Come together to learn, explore, and discuss Black history and culture.

Register to receive the link to join the discussions Via Webex

REGISTRATION

FACT Oregon – Introduction to Disability and Special Education – Understanding Special Education – Wednesday @ Online Via Zoom
May 13 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
FACT Oregon - Introduction to Disability and Special Education  - Understanding Special Education - Wednesday @ Online Via Zoom

 

Introduction to Disability and Special Education (3 trainings)

Wednesdays, November 6, 13, 20 | 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm | Zoom

Join FACT Oregon for a series of three introductory trainings on disability and special education. In these sessions, you will learn key concepts related to disability, understand the purpose of special education and the six main principles of IDEA, and explore how to advocate for your child and work with their school team effectively.

  • Session 1 (Nov. 6): Key Concepts in Disability Justice
  • Session 2 (Nov. 13): Understanding Special Education
  • Session 3 (Nov 20): Collaborative Communication

Attend 1 or all 3 trainings in the series.

Register: English | Español | Download Flyers: English | Español

Language Services: Trainings will be provided in English and Spanish. Please request other language supports at least fourteen (14) days before the event.

 

Q.L.- Quest love’s – Tuesday Night Book Club – Tuesday @ Online Event Register for Details
May 13 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm

Tuesday Night Book Club: Questlove's Music Is History

 

Tue, February 21, 2023, 4:30 PM – 7:30 PM PST

Visit | Monmouth University

This month’s novel is Questlove’s Music Is History.

Music Is History combines Questlove’s deep musical expertise with his curiosity about history, examining America over the past fifty years.

Focusing on the years 1971 to the present, Questlove finds the hidden connections in the American tapes- try, whether investigating how the blaxploitation era reshaped Black identity or considering the way disco took an assembly-line approach to Black genius. And these critical inquiries are complemented by his own memories as a music fan, and the way his appetite for pop culture taught him about America.

A history of the last half-century and an intimate conversation with one of music’s most influential and original voices, Music Is History is a singular look at contemporary America.

When you register, you will be provided the meeting link to join the conversation.

Use This Link To Register

May
14
Wed
2025
WFA – Wildflower Alliance – Alternatives to Suicide Support Group – Wednesdays @ Online Via ZOOM
May 14 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am
WFA - Wildflower Alliance - Alternatives to Suicide Support Group - Wednesdays @ Online Via ZOOM

 

 

 

Wildflower Alliance

Alternatives to Suicide

Wednesdays 10:00am – 11:30am PT

Access by web: https://zoom.us/j/913556470

Access by phone: 646.876.9923

Toll free access: 888.205.3279

Meeting ID: 913 556 470

The Alternatives to Suicide movement is a peer-based support approach for individuals grappling with suicidal thoughts, grounded in lived experience and mutual support rather than clinical intervention. Founded by the Wildflower Alliance (formerly known as the Western Massachusetts Recovery Learning Community), the movement challenges traditional suicide prevention models by providing a non-judgmental space where participants can openly discuss their feelings without fear of hospitalization or other clinical responses. This approach is centered on harm reduction and empathy, creating a community where people support one another by sharing personal insights and coping strategies, often outside of traditional clinical settings.

Unlike conventional suicide prevention efforts that may prioritize risk assessment and intervention, Alternatives to Suicide groups emphasize trust, autonomy, and authenticity. Group facilitators, many of whom have their own lived experiences with suicide ideation, encourage participants to explore their thoughts and emotions without judgment. Sessions cover a range of topics, including grief, self-worth, and other personal struggles, while fostering long-term relationships that extend beyond the group. This emphasis on community and ongoing support aims to empower individuals to find meaning and resilience amid personal crises.

The Alternatives to Suicide model has gained traction internationally, as it represents a shift from risk-focused suicide prevention to a model that prioritizes connection, transparency, and the individual’s own agency. Many participants and advocates see this as a more humane approach, reducing the stigma around discussing suicide and allowing individuals to openly share their experiences. The movement’s impact is seen in the reduction of isolation among participants, who feel heard and understood in a way that clinical environments often don’t allow. For more information, visit the Wildflower Alliance’s [Alternatives to Suicide page](https://wildfloweralliance.org).

 

 

 

FACT Oregon – Introduction to Disability and Special Education – Understanding Special Education – Wednesday @ Online Via Zoom
May 14 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
FACT Oregon - Introduction to Disability and Special Education  - Understanding Special Education - Wednesday @ Online Via Zoom

 

Introduction to Disability and Special Education (3 trainings)

Wednesdays, November 6, 13, 20 | 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm | Zoom

Join FACT Oregon for a series of three introductory trainings on disability and special education. In these sessions, you will learn key concepts related to disability, understand the purpose of special education and the six main principles of IDEA, and explore how to advocate for your child and work with their school team effectively.

  • Session 1 (Nov. 6): Key Concepts in Disability Justice
  • Session 2 (Nov. 13): Understanding Special Education
  • Session 3 (Nov 20): Collaborative Communication

Attend 1 or all 3 trainings in the series.

Register: English | Español | Download Flyers: English | Español

Language Services: Trainings will be provided in English and Spanish. Please request other language supports at least fourteen (14) days before the event.

 

May
15
Thu
2025
FACT Oregon – Introduction to Disability and Special Education – Understanding Special Education – Wednesday @ Online Via Zoom
May 15 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
FACT Oregon - Introduction to Disability and Special Education  - Understanding Special Education - Wednesday @ Online Via Zoom

 

Introduction to Disability and Special Education (3 trainings)

Wednesdays, November 6, 13, 20 | 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm | Zoom

Join FACT Oregon for a series of three introductory trainings on disability and special education. In these sessions, you will learn key concepts related to disability, understand the purpose of special education and the six main principles of IDEA, and explore how to advocate for your child and work with their school team effectively.

  • Session 1 (Nov. 6): Key Concepts in Disability Justice
  • Session 2 (Nov. 13): Understanding Special Education
  • Session 3 (Nov 20): Collaborative Communication

Attend 1 or all 3 trainings in the series.

Register: English | Español | Download Flyers: English | Español

Language Services: Trainings will be provided in English and Spanish. Please request other language supports at least fourteen (14) days before the event.

 

May
16
Fri
2025
FACT Oregon – Introduction to Disability and Special Education – Understanding Special Education – Wednesday @ Online Via Zoom
May 16 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
FACT Oregon - Introduction to Disability and Special Education  - Understanding Special Education - Wednesday @ Online Via Zoom

 

Introduction to Disability and Special Education (3 trainings)

Wednesdays, November 6, 13, 20 | 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm | Zoom

Join FACT Oregon for a series of three introductory trainings on disability and special education. In these sessions, you will learn key concepts related to disability, understand the purpose of special education and the six main principles of IDEA, and explore how to advocate for your child and work with their school team effectively.

  • Session 1 (Nov. 6): Key Concepts in Disability Justice
  • Session 2 (Nov. 13): Understanding Special Education
  • Session 3 (Nov 20): Collaborative Communication

Attend 1 or all 3 trainings in the series.

Register: English | Español | Download Flyers: English | Español

Language Services: Trainings will be provided in English and Spanish. Please request other language supports at least fourteen (14) days before the event.

 

May
17
Sat
2025
FACT Oregon – Introduction to Disability and Special Education – Understanding Special Education – Wednesday @ Online Via Zoom
May 17 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
FACT Oregon - Introduction to Disability and Special Education  - Understanding Special Education - Wednesday @ Online Via Zoom

 

Introduction to Disability and Special Education (3 trainings)

Wednesdays, November 6, 13, 20 | 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm | Zoom

Join FACT Oregon for a series of three introductory trainings on disability and special education. In these sessions, you will learn key concepts related to disability, understand the purpose of special education and the six main principles of IDEA, and explore how to advocate for your child and work with their school team effectively.

  • Session 1 (Nov. 6): Key Concepts in Disability Justice
  • Session 2 (Nov. 13): Understanding Special Education
  • Session 3 (Nov 20): Collaborative Communication

Attend 1 or all 3 trainings in the series.

Register: English | Español | Download Flyers: English | Español

Language Services: Trainings will be provided in English and Spanish. Please request other language supports at least fourteen (14) days before the event.

 

May
18
Sun
2025
FACT Oregon – Introduction to Disability and Special Education – Understanding Special Education – Wednesday @ Online Via Zoom
May 18 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
FACT Oregon - Introduction to Disability and Special Education  - Understanding Special Education - Wednesday @ Online Via Zoom

 

Introduction to Disability and Special Education (3 trainings)

Wednesdays, November 6, 13, 20 | 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm | Zoom

Join FACT Oregon for a series of three introductory trainings on disability and special education. In these sessions, you will learn key concepts related to disability, understand the purpose of special education and the six main principles of IDEA, and explore how to advocate for your child and work with their school team effectively.

  • Session 1 (Nov. 6): Key Concepts in Disability Justice
  • Session 2 (Nov. 13): Understanding Special Education
  • Session 3 (Nov 20): Collaborative Communication

Attend 1 or all 3 trainings in the series.

Register: English | Español | Download Flyers: English | Español

Language Services: Trainings will be provided in English and Spanish. Please request other language supports at least fourteen (14) days before the event.

 

May
19
Mon
2025
FACT Oregon – Introduction to Disability and Special Education – Understanding Special Education – Wednesday @ Online Via Zoom
May 19 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
FACT Oregon - Introduction to Disability and Special Education  - Understanding Special Education - Wednesday @ Online Via Zoom

 

Introduction to Disability and Special Education (3 trainings)

Wednesdays, November 6, 13, 20 | 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm | Zoom

Join FACT Oregon for a series of three introductory trainings on disability and special education. In these sessions, you will learn key concepts related to disability, understand the purpose of special education and the six main principles of IDEA, and explore how to advocate for your child and work with their school team effectively.

  • Session 1 (Nov. 6): Key Concepts in Disability Justice
  • Session 2 (Nov. 13): Understanding Special Education
  • Session 3 (Nov 20): Collaborative Communication

Attend 1 or all 3 trainings in the series.

Register: English | Español | Download Flyers: English | Español

Language Services: Trainings will be provided in English and Spanish. Please request other language supports at least fourteen (14) days before the event.

 

May
20
Tue
2025
AM – All Month – S.S. – Sankofa Series – Black Resistance – Tuesdays @ Online Via Webex
May 20 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Black Resistance

Sankofa Series

Tuesdays 1:00PM – 2:00PM PST

Sankofa Series

The Sankofa series is charged with raising awareness of Black history and culture, sparking thought-provoking conversation, and celebrating Black culture. Come together to learn, explore, and discuss Black history and culture.

Register to receive the link to join the discussions Via Webex

REGISTRATION

FACT Oregon – Introduction to Disability and Special Education – Understanding Special Education – Wednesday @ Online Via Zoom
May 20 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
FACT Oregon - Introduction to Disability and Special Education  - Understanding Special Education - Wednesday @ Online Via Zoom

 

Introduction to Disability and Special Education (3 trainings)

Wednesdays, November 6, 13, 20 | 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm | Zoom

Join FACT Oregon for a series of three introductory trainings on disability and special education. In these sessions, you will learn key concepts related to disability, understand the purpose of special education and the six main principles of IDEA, and explore how to advocate for your child and work with their school team effectively.

  • Session 1 (Nov. 6): Key Concepts in Disability Justice
  • Session 2 (Nov. 13): Understanding Special Education
  • Session 3 (Nov 20): Collaborative Communication

Attend 1 or all 3 trainings in the series.

Register: English | Español | Download Flyers: English | Español

Language Services: Trainings will be provided in English and Spanish. Please request other language supports at least fourteen (14) days before the event.

 

Q.L.- Quest love’s – Tuesday Night Book Club – Tuesday @ Online Event Register for Details
May 20 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm

Tuesday Night Book Club: Questlove's Music Is History

 

Tue, February 21, 2023, 4:30 PM – 7:30 PM PST

Visit | Monmouth University

This month’s novel is Questlove’s Music Is History.

Music Is History combines Questlove’s deep musical expertise with his curiosity about history, examining America over the past fifty years.

Focusing on the years 1971 to the present, Questlove finds the hidden connections in the American tapes- try, whether investigating how the blaxploitation era reshaped Black identity or considering the way disco took an assembly-line approach to Black genius. And these critical inquiries are complemented by his own memories as a music fan, and the way his appetite for pop culture taught him about America.

A history of the last half-century and an intimate conversation with one of music’s most influential and original voices, Music Is History is a singular look at contemporary America.

When you register, you will be provided the meeting link to join the conversation.

Use This Link To Register

May
21
Wed
2025
WFA – Wildflower Alliance – Alternatives to Suicide Support Group – Wednesdays @ Online Via ZOOM
May 21 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am
WFA - Wildflower Alliance - Alternatives to Suicide Support Group - Wednesdays @ Online Via ZOOM

 

 

 

Wildflower Alliance

Alternatives to Suicide

Wednesdays 10:00am – 11:30am PT

Access by web: https://zoom.us/j/913556470

Access by phone: 646.876.9923

Toll free access: 888.205.3279

Meeting ID: 913 556 470

The Alternatives to Suicide movement is a peer-based support approach for individuals grappling with suicidal thoughts, grounded in lived experience and mutual support rather than clinical intervention. Founded by the Wildflower Alliance (formerly known as the Western Massachusetts Recovery Learning Community), the movement challenges traditional suicide prevention models by providing a non-judgmental space where participants can openly discuss their feelings without fear of hospitalization or other clinical responses. This approach is centered on harm reduction and empathy, creating a community where people support one another by sharing personal insights and coping strategies, often outside of traditional clinical settings.

Unlike conventional suicide prevention efforts that may prioritize risk assessment and intervention, Alternatives to Suicide groups emphasize trust, autonomy, and authenticity. Group facilitators, many of whom have their own lived experiences with suicide ideation, encourage participants to explore their thoughts and emotions without judgment. Sessions cover a range of topics, including grief, self-worth, and other personal struggles, while fostering long-term relationships that extend beyond the group. This emphasis on community and ongoing support aims to empower individuals to find meaning and resilience amid personal crises.

The Alternatives to Suicide model has gained traction internationally, as it represents a shift from risk-focused suicide prevention to a model that prioritizes connection, transparency, and the individual’s own agency. Many participants and advocates see this as a more humane approach, reducing the stigma around discussing suicide and allowing individuals to openly share their experiences. The movement’s impact is seen in the reduction of isolation among participants, who feel heard and understood in a way that clinical environments often don’t allow. For more information, visit the Wildflower Alliance’s [Alternatives to Suicide page](https://wildfloweralliance.org).

 

 

 

FACT Oregon – Introduction to Disability and Special Education – Understanding Special Education – Wednesday @ Online Via Zoom
May 21 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
FACT Oregon - Introduction to Disability and Special Education  - Understanding Special Education - Wednesday @ Online Via Zoom

 

Introduction to Disability and Special Education (3 trainings)

Wednesdays, November 6, 13, 20 | 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm | Zoom

Join FACT Oregon for a series of three introductory trainings on disability and special education. In these sessions, you will learn key concepts related to disability, understand the purpose of special education and the six main principles of IDEA, and explore how to advocate for your child and work with their school team effectively.

  • Session 1 (Nov. 6): Key Concepts in Disability Justice
  • Session 2 (Nov. 13): Understanding Special Education
  • Session 3 (Nov 20): Collaborative Communication

Attend 1 or all 3 trainings in the series.

Register: English | Español | Download Flyers: English | Español

Language Services: Trainings will be provided in English and Spanish. Please request other language supports at least fourteen (14) days before the event.

 

May
22
Thu
2025
FACT Oregon – Introduction to Disability and Special Education – Understanding Special Education – Wednesday @ Online Via Zoom
May 22 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
FACT Oregon - Introduction to Disability and Special Education  - Understanding Special Education - Wednesday @ Online Via Zoom

 

Introduction to Disability and Special Education (3 trainings)

Wednesdays, November 6, 13, 20 | 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm | Zoom

Join FACT Oregon for a series of three introductory trainings on disability and special education. In these sessions, you will learn key concepts related to disability, understand the purpose of special education and the six main principles of IDEA, and explore how to advocate for your child and work with their school team effectively.

  • Session 1 (Nov. 6): Key Concepts in Disability Justice
  • Session 2 (Nov. 13): Understanding Special Education
  • Session 3 (Nov 20): Collaborative Communication

Attend 1 or all 3 trainings in the series.

Register: English | Español | Download Flyers: English | Español

Language Services: Trainings will be provided in English and Spanish. Please request other language supports at least fourteen (14) days before the event.

 

May
23
Fri
2025
FACT Oregon – Introduction to Disability and Special Education – Understanding Special Education – Wednesday @ Online Via Zoom
May 23 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
FACT Oregon - Introduction to Disability and Special Education  - Understanding Special Education - Wednesday @ Online Via Zoom

 

Introduction to Disability and Special Education (3 trainings)

Wednesdays, November 6, 13, 20 | 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm | Zoom

Join FACT Oregon for a series of three introductory trainings on disability and special education. In these sessions, you will learn key concepts related to disability, understand the purpose of special education and the six main principles of IDEA, and explore how to advocate for your child and work with their school team effectively.

  • Session 1 (Nov. 6): Key Concepts in Disability Justice
  • Session 2 (Nov. 13): Understanding Special Education
  • Session 3 (Nov 20): Collaborative Communication

Attend 1 or all 3 trainings in the series.

Register: English | Español | Download Flyers: English | Español

Language Services: Trainings will be provided in English and Spanish. Please request other language supports at least fourteen (14) days before the event.

 

May
24
Sat
2025
FACT Oregon – Introduction to Disability and Special Education – Understanding Special Education – Wednesday @ Online Via Zoom
May 24 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
FACT Oregon - Introduction to Disability and Special Education  - Understanding Special Education - Wednesday @ Online Via Zoom

 

Introduction to Disability and Special Education (3 trainings)

Wednesdays, November 6, 13, 20 | 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm | Zoom

Join FACT Oregon for a series of three introductory trainings on disability and special education. In these sessions, you will learn key concepts related to disability, understand the purpose of special education and the six main principles of IDEA, and explore how to advocate for your child and work with their school team effectively.

  • Session 1 (Nov. 6): Key Concepts in Disability Justice
  • Session 2 (Nov. 13): Understanding Special Education
  • Session 3 (Nov 20): Collaborative Communication

Attend 1 or all 3 trainings in the series.

Register: English | Español | Download Flyers: English | Español

Language Services: Trainings will be provided in English and Spanish. Please request other language supports at least fourteen (14) days before the event.

 

May
25
Sun
2025
FACT Oregon – Introduction to Disability and Special Education – Understanding Special Education – Wednesday @ Online Via Zoom
May 25 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
FACT Oregon - Introduction to Disability and Special Education  - Understanding Special Education - Wednesday @ Online Via Zoom

 

Introduction to Disability and Special Education (3 trainings)

Wednesdays, November 6, 13, 20 | 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm | Zoom

Join FACT Oregon for a series of three introductory trainings on disability and special education. In these sessions, you will learn key concepts related to disability, understand the purpose of special education and the six main principles of IDEA, and explore how to advocate for your child and work with their school team effectively.

  • Session 1 (Nov. 6): Key Concepts in Disability Justice
  • Session 2 (Nov. 13): Understanding Special Education
  • Session 3 (Nov 20): Collaborative Communication

Attend 1 or all 3 trainings in the series.

Register: English | Español | Download Flyers: English | Español

Language Services: Trainings will be provided in English and Spanish. Please request other language supports at least fourteen (14) days before the event.

 

May
26
Mon
2025
FACT Oregon – Introduction to Disability and Special Education – Understanding Special Education – Wednesday @ Online Via Zoom
May 26 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
FACT Oregon - Introduction to Disability and Special Education  - Understanding Special Education - Wednesday @ Online Via Zoom

 

Introduction to Disability and Special Education (3 trainings)

Wednesdays, November 6, 13, 20 | 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm | Zoom

Join FACT Oregon for a series of three introductory trainings on disability and special education. In these sessions, you will learn key concepts related to disability, understand the purpose of special education and the six main principles of IDEA, and explore how to advocate for your child and work with their school team effectively.

  • Session 1 (Nov. 6): Key Concepts in Disability Justice
  • Session 2 (Nov. 13): Understanding Special Education
  • Session 3 (Nov 20): Collaborative Communication

Attend 1 or all 3 trainings in the series.

Register: English | Español | Download Flyers: English | Español

Language Services: Trainings will be provided in English and Spanish. Please request other language supports at least fourteen (14) days before the event.

 

May
27
Tue
2025
AM – All Month – S.S. – Sankofa Series – Black Resistance – Tuesdays @ Online Via Webex
May 27 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Black Resistance

Sankofa Series

Tuesdays 1:00PM – 2:00PM PST

Sankofa Series

The Sankofa series is charged with raising awareness of Black history and culture, sparking thought-provoking conversation, and celebrating Black culture. Come together to learn, explore, and discuss Black history and culture.

Register to receive the link to join the discussions Via Webex

REGISTRATION

FACT Oregon – Introduction to Disability and Special Education – Understanding Special Education – Wednesday @ Online Via Zoom
May 27 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
FACT Oregon - Introduction to Disability and Special Education  - Understanding Special Education - Wednesday @ Online Via Zoom

 

Introduction to Disability and Special Education (3 trainings)

Wednesdays, November 6, 13, 20 | 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm | Zoom

Join FACT Oregon for a series of three introductory trainings on disability and special education. In these sessions, you will learn key concepts related to disability, understand the purpose of special education and the six main principles of IDEA, and explore how to advocate for your child and work with their school team effectively.

  • Session 1 (Nov. 6): Key Concepts in Disability Justice
  • Session 2 (Nov. 13): Understanding Special Education
  • Session 3 (Nov 20): Collaborative Communication

Attend 1 or all 3 trainings in the series.

Register: English | Español | Download Flyers: English | Español

Language Services: Trainings will be provided in English and Spanish. Please request other language supports at least fourteen (14) days before the event.

 

Q.L.- Quest love’s – Tuesday Night Book Club – Tuesday @ Online Event Register for Details
May 27 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm

Tuesday Night Book Club: Questlove's Music Is History

 

Tue, February 21, 2023, 4:30 PM – 7:30 PM PST

Visit | Monmouth University

This month’s novel is Questlove’s Music Is History.

Music Is History combines Questlove’s deep musical expertise with his curiosity about history, examining America over the past fifty years.

Focusing on the years 1971 to the present, Questlove finds the hidden connections in the American tapes- try, whether investigating how the blaxploitation era reshaped Black identity or considering the way disco took an assembly-line approach to Black genius. And these critical inquiries are complemented by his own memories as a music fan, and the way his appetite for pop culture taught him about America.

A history of the last half-century and an intimate conversation with one of music’s most influential and original voices, Music Is History is a singular look at contemporary America.

When you register, you will be provided the meeting link to join the conversation.

Use This Link To Register

May
28
Wed
2025
WFA – Wildflower Alliance – Alternatives to Suicide Support Group – Wednesdays @ Online Via ZOOM
May 28 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am
WFA - Wildflower Alliance - Alternatives to Suicide Support Group - Wednesdays @ Online Via ZOOM

 

 

 

Wildflower Alliance

Alternatives to Suicide

Wednesdays 10:00am – 11:30am PT

Access by web: https://zoom.us/j/913556470

Access by phone: 646.876.9923

Toll free access: 888.205.3279

Meeting ID: 913 556 470

The Alternatives to Suicide movement is a peer-based support approach for individuals grappling with suicidal thoughts, grounded in lived experience and mutual support rather than clinical intervention. Founded by the Wildflower Alliance (formerly known as the Western Massachusetts Recovery Learning Community), the movement challenges traditional suicide prevention models by providing a non-judgmental space where participants can openly discuss their feelings without fear of hospitalization or other clinical responses. This approach is centered on harm reduction and empathy, creating a community where people support one another by sharing personal insights and coping strategies, often outside of traditional clinical settings.

Unlike conventional suicide prevention efforts that may prioritize risk assessment and intervention, Alternatives to Suicide groups emphasize trust, autonomy, and authenticity. Group facilitators, many of whom have their own lived experiences with suicide ideation, encourage participants to explore their thoughts and emotions without judgment. Sessions cover a range of topics, including grief, self-worth, and other personal struggles, while fostering long-term relationships that extend beyond the group. This emphasis on community and ongoing support aims to empower individuals to find meaning and resilience amid personal crises.

The Alternatives to Suicide model has gained traction internationally, as it represents a shift from risk-focused suicide prevention to a model that prioritizes connection, transparency, and the individual’s own agency. Many participants and advocates see this as a more humane approach, reducing the stigma around discussing suicide and allowing individuals to openly share their experiences. The movement’s impact is seen in the reduction of isolation among participants, who feel heard and understood in a way that clinical environments often don’t allow. For more information, visit the Wildflower Alliance’s [Alternatives to Suicide page](https://wildfloweralliance.org).

 

 

 

FACT Oregon – Introduction to Disability and Special Education – Understanding Special Education – Wednesday @ Online Via Zoom
May 28 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
FACT Oregon - Introduction to Disability and Special Education  - Understanding Special Education - Wednesday @ Online Via Zoom

 

Introduction to Disability and Special Education (3 trainings)

Wednesdays, November 6, 13, 20 | 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm | Zoom

Join FACT Oregon for a series of three introductory trainings on disability and special education. In these sessions, you will learn key concepts related to disability, understand the purpose of special education and the six main principles of IDEA, and explore how to advocate for your child and work with their school team effectively.

  • Session 1 (Nov. 6): Key Concepts in Disability Justice
  • Session 2 (Nov. 13): Understanding Special Education
  • Session 3 (Nov 20): Collaborative Communication

Attend 1 or all 3 trainings in the series.

Register: English | Español | Download Flyers: English | Español

Language Services: Trainings will be provided in English and Spanish. Please request other language supports at least fourteen (14) days before the event.

 

May
29
Thu
2025
FACT Oregon – Introduction to Disability and Special Education – Understanding Special Education – Wednesday @ Online Via Zoom
May 29 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
FACT Oregon - Introduction to Disability and Special Education  - Understanding Special Education - Wednesday @ Online Via Zoom

 

Introduction to Disability and Special Education (3 trainings)

Wednesdays, November 6, 13, 20 | 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm | Zoom

Join FACT Oregon for a series of three introductory trainings on disability and special education. In these sessions, you will learn key concepts related to disability, understand the purpose of special education and the six main principles of IDEA, and explore how to advocate for your child and work with their school team effectively.

  • Session 1 (Nov. 6): Key Concepts in Disability Justice
  • Session 2 (Nov. 13): Understanding Special Education
  • Session 3 (Nov 20): Collaborative Communication

Attend 1 or all 3 trainings in the series.

Register: English | Español | Download Flyers: English | Español

Language Services: Trainings will be provided in English and Spanish. Please request other language supports at least fourteen (14) days before the event.

 

May
30
Fri
2025
FACT Oregon – Introduction to Disability and Special Education – Understanding Special Education – Wednesday @ Online Via Zoom
May 30 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
FACT Oregon - Introduction to Disability and Special Education  - Understanding Special Education - Wednesday @ Online Via Zoom

 

Introduction to Disability and Special Education (3 trainings)

Wednesdays, November 6, 13, 20 | 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm | Zoom

Join FACT Oregon for a series of three introductory trainings on disability and special education. In these sessions, you will learn key concepts related to disability, understand the purpose of special education and the six main principles of IDEA, and explore how to advocate for your child and work with their school team effectively.

  • Session 1 (Nov. 6): Key Concepts in Disability Justice
  • Session 2 (Nov. 13): Understanding Special Education
  • Session 3 (Nov 20): Collaborative Communication

Attend 1 or all 3 trainings in the series.

Register: English | Español | Download Flyers: English | Español

Language Services: Trainings will be provided in English and Spanish. Please request other language supports at least fourteen (14) days before the event.

 

May
31
Sat
2025
FACT Oregon – Introduction to Disability and Special Education – Understanding Special Education – Wednesday @ Online Via Zoom
May 31 @ 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
FACT Oregon - Introduction to Disability and Special Education  - Understanding Special Education - Wednesday @ Online Via Zoom

 

Introduction to Disability and Special Education (3 trainings)

Wednesdays, November 6, 13, 20 | 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm | Zoom

Join FACT Oregon for a series of three introductory trainings on disability and special education. In these sessions, you will learn key concepts related to disability, understand the purpose of special education and the six main principles of IDEA, and explore how to advocate for your child and work with their school team effectively.

  • Session 1 (Nov. 6): Key Concepts in Disability Justice
  • Session 2 (Nov. 13): Understanding Special Education
  • Session 3 (Nov 20): Collaborative Communication

Attend 1 or all 3 trainings in the series.

Register: English | Español | Download Flyers: English | Español

Language Services: Trainings will be provided in English and Spanish. Please request other language supports at least fourteen (14) days before the event.

 

Jun
3
Tue
2025
AM – All Month – S.S. – Sankofa Series – Black Resistance – Tuesdays @ Online Via Webex
Jun 3 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm

Black Resistance

Sankofa Series

Tuesdays 1:00PM – 2:00PM PST

Sankofa Series

The Sankofa series is charged with raising awareness of Black history and culture, sparking thought-provoking conversation, and celebrating Black culture. Come together to learn, explore, and discuss Black history and culture.

Register to receive the link to join the discussions Via Webex

REGISTRATION