Seminar Series

Our Seminar Series provides interactive seminars on current topics relevant to people with disabilities, families, and professionals. Seminars are broadcast live via the Zoom webinar platform , enabling participants to join online through the live video stream. Continuing education units (CEUs) are often available for various disciplines. We also record the seminars and make them available on this page.


Upcoming Events

Improving Transition Outcomes for Youth with Disabilities : HDI Seminar Series

Presenters: Dylan Kissack, Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor, Kentucky Career Center, Office of Vocational Rehabilitation; Kara Ayers, PhD, Associate Professor and Associate …
September 24, 2025

Relationships and Dating for People with Disabilities: HDI Seminar Series

This session explores how people with disabilities navigate dating, love, and long-term relationships, breaking stereotypes and highlighting real experiences. Presenters …
October 22, 2025

Self-Advocate LEND Trainee Panel: HDI Seminar Series

The Kentucky LEND program, or Leadership Education in Neurodevelopment Disabilities, is a federally funded program committed to developing leaders among …
November 19, 2025

Disability and Physical Activity: HDI Seminar Series

Physical activity and exercise can greatly improve health and quality of life for people with disabilities. This seminar will provide …
February 18, 2026

Individualized Education Programs: HDI Seminar Series

The Individualized Education Program (IEP) is one of the most important parts of a quality education for students with a …
March 11, 2026

Demystifying Autism Diagnosis: HDI Seminar Series

This presentation will focus on providing clarity around the autism screening and diagnostic processes for providers, family members, and adults …
April 15, 2026

Past Seminar Recordings

Presenters: Dustin Wygant, PhD, Myra Beth Bundy, PhD, BCBA, Allison Connelly, JD
Presenters: Phil Rumrill PhD, Caroline Gooden PhD, Marisa Toomey MD FAAP
Improving Services for Children and Adults with Neurodevelopmental Disabilities through the KY LEND
Presenters: Lauren Avellone, PhD, Hannah Seward, MS
Presenters: Jordan Phemister, PLA, ASLA, Joe Howell, PLA, ASLA and Ryan Hargrove, PhD
Presenter: DJ Hendricks, EdD
During times of economic stress, leveraging all available resources is vital. JAN provides free and confidential information on accommodating people with disabilities in the workplace. Whether it’s information on devices, hardware and software, or helpful policy changes, the experienced consultants at JAN can provide you with information that is both current and customized to your specific situation.
Presenters: Brian T. McMahon, PhD, Phillip D. Rumrill, PhD
Moderator: Walt Bower, PhD
There are hundreds of thousands of individuals with significant disabilities who remain unemployed in this country. This is a massive waste of a valuable human resource. Businesses of all sizes and industries have indicated their interest in hiring persons with disabilities, but they want to know more about how to find qualified workers, how to support them in productive jobs and how to best retain them. The key to both of these critical issues is to help community rehabilitation programs, rehabilitation counselors, and transition specialists to reach out to business to establish long term partnerships.