Center on Community Living and Careers

09/08/2026

Hands in Autism wants to hear from you! Help them choose their 2027 HANDS in Autism Art Expo theme. Cast your vote: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/BAs4apf6KY

🎨Help Us Choose the 2027 HANDS in Autism® Art Expo Theme!

Every work of art has a story—and every artist has a unique way of experiencing, interpreting, and sharing the world.
As we look ahead to the 2027 HANDS in Autism® Art Expo, we’re inviting our community to help us choose a theme that will inspire the next year of creativity and artistic expression. The Art Expo provides an opportunity to celebrate the talents, perspectives, ideas, and voices of individuals across our community—and the theme helps set the stage for what artists will create and share.

Which theme should inspire the 2027 Art Expo?
🌿 Symbiosis: The Art of Connection
⭐ We Can Do Anything
🎨 My Mind – My Art
🌈 Beyond the Spectrum
🖌️ Surpassing Silence
✨ A Brush of Brilliance
🎨 Colors of Creation
👁️ Autistic Perception
⏳ In My Own Space and Time

Now It’s Your Turn!

Which theme would you like to see for the 2027 HANDS in Autism® Art Expo?

Cast your vote and help us choose the theme that will inspire our artists and bring our community together for another year of creativity, expression, and connection. Here is the link to vote https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/BAs4apf6KY



Indiana Resource Center for Autism - Indiana UniversityIndiana Institute on Disability and Community at Indiana University Self-Advocates of Indiana Indiana University Research

09/08/2026

Looking to help autistic job seekers find meaningful work? In this month’s issue of Shared Solutions, we explore how matching unique strengths, deep interests, and natural talents with the right opportunities paves the way for real career success.

Inside this issue, you’ll discover actionable strategies for:
• Inclusive hiring practices that attract top talent
• Clear, direct communication in the workplace
• Creating supportive environments where autistic professionals thrive

A Neurodiversity-Affirming Approach to Employment Success Posted on September 1, 2026 by dbanda As an employment specialist, you play an important role in helping autistic job seekers find meaningful work. Yet many employment programs still focus on teaching autistic people to appear “more neuroty...

09/03/2026

Mike Nevins, research associate at CCLC, will join a panel exploring Indiana’s new work-based graduation requirements, focusing on strategies to help students with disabilities access these pathways and achieve long-term success. You can attend this session at 2:45 p.m. during Concurrent Session B.

Register for the P-12 Education Summit: https://iu.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_ewAPsrPPzgTebK6

As Indiana schools implement new graduation requirements that expand work-based learning opportunities and readiness seals, this panel discussion will support school communities in their efforts to ensure students with disabilities have access, support, meaningful participation, and successful outcomes.
Register for the P-12 Education Summit: https://iu.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_ewAPsrPPzgTebK6

09/02/2026

Still undecided about attending the last in-person sessions of Indiana Family Employment Awareness Training (FEAT) in Indianapolis (September 4 and 11)? Below, you'll find four reasons why you’ll regret missing out this Friday!

Register today: go.iu.edu/8tCv

Time: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. ET
Location: Pike Township Schools Administration, 6901 Zionsville Road, Indianapolis, IN 46268

Lunch will be provided.

To get the most out of this free training, we recommend attending both days. Day 1 and Day 2 cover different topics and resources that you will not want to miss.

Indiana FEAT is proudly presented in partnership with Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield.

08/31/2026

The Indiana Family to Family Heart to Heart Conference is less than a month away!

Join Cecilia Buckley, research associate with CCLC, for a session focused on understanding Social Security benefits and student work incentives.

Learn about ABLE accounts, Special Needs Trusts, the Student Earned Income Exclusion, and long-term support programs such as Ticket to Work. Cecilia will also provide practical information to help families and individuals with disabilities understand available benefits and make informed decisions with confidence.

Date: Thursday, September 24, 2026
Time: 10:15-11:45 a.m. ET
Cost: Free

Register today: https://www.inf2f.org/heart-to-heart-conference.html

08/28/2026

Join us in Indianapolis next Friday! Register today: go.iu.edu/8tCv

Can't make it to the in-person sessions for Family Employment Awareness Training (FEAT) hosted by Center on Community Living and Careers presented in partnership with Anthem? Check out the virtual series in September/October. Registration is free: go.iu.edu/8tCvhttps://www.iidc.indiana.edu/cclc/doc/feat/virtual-feat-flyer_2026.pdf

08/28/2026

Time is running out! Our Transition IEP and Portfolio Training is next week from September 1-2, 2026! Designed specifically for educators, these interactive virtual sessions offer hands-on practice, collaborative discussions, and actionable guidance on integrating ID8, the Indiana Institute on Disability and Community’s AI tool, directly into your workflow.

Secure your spot today: go.iu.edu/8tkx

Creating compliant, high-quality transition IEPs and portfolios takes time, making it challenging to balance thorough paperwork with dedicated classroom teaching. We're here to help! Join us on September 1 to 2, 2026, for hands-on training designed to help educators. These interactive sessions will feature collaborative discussions, hands-on activities, and practical guidance on integrating ID8, the Indiana Institute on Disability and Community’s AI tools, into your workflow.

Register today: go.iu.edu/8tkx

08/27/2026

¡Estamos contando los días para la Cumbre de Participación Familiar de Indiana 2026: Vida Real, Crianza Real: Colaborando para el Éxito Estudiantil, el 12 de septiembre de 2026!

Porque la participación familiar funciona mejor cuando nos presentamos tal como somos, nos apoyamos mutuamente y colaboramos para lograr el éxito de cada estudiante. ¡Estamos deseando verles allí!

Obtenga más información y regístrese aquí: https://na2.hubs.ly/H07vtvQ0

08/27/2026

We had to put our own spin on the “kinda chic” trend... At CCLC, we support individuals with disabilities as they make the transition from high school to adult life. That means helping young adults (and their families and supporters) figure out the maze of disability benefits, land a job they love, plan for their future on their terms, and find true belonging in the community.

Because everyone deserves a future where they can pursue their goals and thrive. 💛

08/27/2026

If you are new to the Indiana University campus, you may be surprised to note that those on two legs aren’t the only ones strolling the hallways and sitting in classrooms. Since 2018, IU has welcomed not just thousands of excited young people every fall, but several very special puppies and dogs.

Visit magbloom.com to learn more

by Adria Nassim