12:30 – 1:00 PM: Registration & Refreshments 1:00 – 5:00 PM: Training and Networking Are you a mother of a child with a disability? Are you ready to learn new skills to advocate for your child and others? Are you interested in becoming a more effective leader in your community? Do you want to make New York City a better place for yourself, your loved ones and the next generation? Then join us for this free training as we advance the empowerment of mothers of children with disabilities, bringing the lens of inclusion and equality to NYC’s civic life for this generation and future generations. Panelists: Donna Meltzer, CEO of the National Association of Councils on Developmental Disabilities (NACDD) Michelle Grier, LMSW, Director Of Social Work at Girls for Gender Equity Dr. Nelle L Richardson, Self Advocate and CEO of The Will To Win Ministry Gabrielle Einstein-Sim, Moderator