Join us for this workshop to learn about technology that can help teens and adults with disabilities build the skills they need to get and keep a job. Participants will see demos of apps and devices that can support them through managing time, staying organized, and getting tasks done — like alarms, calendars, to-do lists, reminders, and task directions. They'll also explore how executive function tools like these can help them gain more confidence and succeed at work.

If an ASL interpreter is required, please notify workshops@pacer.org at least 48 hours prior to the workshop. We will do our best to accommodate your request.

Throughout America's history, transportation has been a hallmark of progress by connecting people to opportunity, strengthening communities, and expanding pathways to independence. As we commemorate both the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act and our nation’s 250th anniversary, DETAC will explore how transportation continues this legacy by helping people with disabilities access competitive, integrated employment and fully participate in community life. Join national transportation expert Dr. Judy L. Shanley of Easterseals, Ashley Gettys and Lukas Smith of the Easterseals Northeast Indiana affiliate, and DETAC Strategic Advisor Dan Middleton of Catalight to explore practical strategies for strengthening transportation supports in workforce development. Participants will learn how to identify and coordinate transportation resources, leverage mobility management and travel training, and build partnerships—including with employers—to integrate transportation into employment services and address barriers to job attainment and retention.

The JAN Webcast Series is a free virtual training series presented by JAN consultants and guest experts. Webcasts are tailored to human resource professionals, federal agencies, small employers, and organizations seeking to strengthen their accommodation programs. This technical assistance helps employers understand their responsibilities under the Americans with Disabilities Act and implement effective accommodations that meet workplace needs and foster employee success.

ASL interpreting and real-time captioning are available for every webcast. These services are provided by Ai-Media. Captions can be activated in Zoom by using the "CC" option during the webcast or viewed using a separate browser by accessing this captioning link. The caption link will be included in the login email and shared in the chat window at the start of each webcast.

Registrants will receive training materials for each session, which will be sent via email prior to the scheduled event. These materials will be in an accessible format and may include Microsoft Word and PowerPoint, as well as Adobe PDF files.

Please complete the webcast registration form below. All registrations for live webcasts are processed on a first-come, first-served basis. To ensure that we have received your registration form, we will send you an email confirmation. If you do not receive a confirmation email, please call us at (800)526-7234 / option 5 or email us at Training@AskJAN.org. If you are unable to attend a live webcast you have registered for, please notify us by calling (800) 526-7234 / option 5 or email us at Training@AskJAN.org.

All webcasts will start promptly at 2:00 PM eastern and will last for one hour.

In recognition of Disability Pride Month and the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), this session explores the critical intersection of mental health and workplace inclusion. Learn how organizations can build supportive work environments that foster wellbeing, reduce stigma, and accommodate a wide range of mental health needs. Attendees will leave with practical strategies to strengthen mental health support, enhance inclusion, and sustain a healthier, more resilient workforce.

Executive function challenges at work can look like procrastination, messiness, or “not trying.” In reality, it’s often task paralysis caused by unclear expectations, overload, and constant interruptions.

This practical 60-minute webinar teaches neurodivergent adults how to start tasks when they feel stuck, prioritize without panic, and communicate clearly with managers, including micro-managers. You’ll learn step-by-step methods to make tasks “startable,” simple prioritization rules that reduce overwhelm, and scripts for negotiating deadlines, workload, and clarity.

You’ll leave with employment tools you can use the same day. No pressure to speak. Designed for mixed neurotypes and ability levels.

You will learn how to:

Understand task paralysis and why it happens at work
Turn any task into a “startable” first step in minutes
Use a simple prioritization filter to decide what matters today
Build a 3-list system that stops your day being hijacked
Communicate priorities and trade-offs with your manager confidently
Reduce micro-management by increasing visibility in a structured way
Handle on-the-spot questions without freezing
Describe your organization methods in interviews without oversharing

Details: Information technology (IT) is rapidly transforming the way organizations operate, driving employer demand for new skills to stay competitive. As opportunities advance in artificial intelligence (AI), cybersecurity, cloud computing, and digital infrastructure, the IT industry is increasingly seeking qualified candidates to fill those roles. Organizations are exploring a variety of approaches such as apprenticeship programs and skills-based hiring to include workers with disabilities in the IT industry and the future of work.

Join the Employer Assistance and Resource Network on Disability (EARN) and representatives from Apprenti for a free webinar exploring today’s technology workforce. This session will examine how employers are expanding access to tech careers and preparing disabled workers for success. Speakers will share insights from the IT sector, discuss innovative training and career-entry models, and highlight practical examples of how organizations are creating pathways into high-demand occupations.