CONVERSATION 360 - an interactive dialog

ABOUT THE CONVERSATION
The Conversation 360° creates an open and safe platform for an interactive dialog on the issues individuals living with a disability in San Antonio face that create barriers to inclusion, independence, and a more equitable quality of life.  This discussion creates a dialog for improvement, identifying ways in which the San Antonio community can take action toward filling the gaps, creating awareness, advancing public attitudes, and creating a community of inclusion for all residents.
Join disABILITYsa in conversation as we get together to openly discuss the benefits, challenges, barriers, and pathways to engaging in ​the San Antonio community while addressing the way each topic impacts our selves and neighbors who live with a disability.
COVID-19 & DISABILITY
April 20th, 2021
Time: 6:00 PM - 7:35 PM
ONLINE: ZOOM
PUBLIC SAFETY & DISABILITY
June 1st, 2021
Time: TBD
ONLINE: ZOOM
ACCESS INFORMATION: Deaf interpreter services and other accommodations may be provided upon request. Accessible parking and ramp access available at venue.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND: 
  • General Public looking to become better informed citizens and broaden their perspectives.
  • ​Community Leaders
  • Educators
  • ​Employers
  • Special Education Teaching Students
  • Disability Study Students
  • Concerned Citizens
  • Corporate Disability Interest or Affinity Groups
  • People with disabilities
  • Parents/guardians of children with disabilities
  • Caregivers/supporters of adults with disabilities
  • Professionals who provide services to people with disabilities
THE DIGITAL DIVIDE & DISABILITY
​An Interactive Dialog
CONVERSATION LEADERS: 
EXHIBITORS: 
  • Senior Plant San Antonio
  • San Antonio Lighthouse for the Blind
  • Humana Bold Goal
VOTING & DISABILITY
​An Interactive Dialog
TRANSPORTATION & DISABILITY
​An Interactive Dialog
DISCUSSION LEADERS: 
​Most things are possible when you assume problems can be solved.
- Judith Heumann
​"Being Heumann"
Not everything that is faced can be changed, but nothing can be changed until it is faced.”  — James Baldwin
UPCOMING
CONVERSATIONS

June 1, 2021
Public Safety & Disability
ZOOM

August 3, 2021
Entertainment & Disability
ZOOM

October 5, 2021
Civic Responsibility & Disability
ZOOM

December 7, 2021
Faith & Disability
ZOOM
Time Keeper: Monitors the time. Coordinates with discussion moderators to ensure 5-minute warnings and discussion closure announcements are communicated accurately.  
Support Liaison: Acts as a liaison between attendees and discussion leaders in a breakout room with the planning team & zoom admins in the main room. Assist the discussion moderator in monitoring the chat thread. 
Discussion Moderator: 
Records the breakout room discussion. Monitors the room chat function to ensure the chat gets combined into the verbal discussion. Monitors the time, announces room closures, keeps the conversation on topic and interjects kick-starter and registration questions into the conversation. 
Room Rotation Facilitator: 
Sets up and coordinates the transition of guests into Exhibitor and Discussion breakout rooms. 
Room Rotation Announcer: 
Assists the Room Rotation Facilitator in tracking requests for room changes in the chat feature and reading them aloud to help facilitate a more efficient transition for guests.
Zoom Waiting Room Moderator: 
Facilitates the renaming of guests as they arrive in the waiting room. Identifies Exhibitors, Discussion facilitators, confirms guest registration, and admits guests into the main Zoom room.
ASL Host: Hosts the ASL Interpreters, helping them navigate the Zoom platform and facilitates the matching of interpreters with those who need assistance. Because the sessions are being recorded, ASL interpretation should take place regardless of whether or not a person who needs interpretation services is present.
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