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SCHOOLS & ORGANIZATIONS

Empathy School & Community Partnership Program

Partnering together to create more inclusive, supportive, and connected communities.

Empathy for Autism California Inc. partners with schools, districts, agencies, clinics, nonprofits, and community organizations to provide educational trainings, family centered workshops, consultation services, and inclusive support strategies designed to strengthen the individuals and families they serve.

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Our goal is to help organizations build stronger family engagement, increase understanding of disability related systems, improve accessibility and inclusion, and provide practical tools professionals can confidently apply within their programs, classrooms, and communities.

 

Through a combination of lived experience, professional understanding, educational guidance, and collaborative partnership, we strive to help create environments where neurodivergent individuals and families feel respected, supported, included, and empowered.

Services

Available Training Formats

Trainings and consultation services may be offered virtually or in person throughout California and can be customized based on the unique goals and needs of your organization, program, school, agency, or community group.

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Available formats may include professional development trainings, conference presentations, parent workshops, staff development sessions, community education events, collaborative consultation services, and customized training series.

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Select trainings and workshops may also be available in Spanish to help support accessibility, family engagement, and inclusive communication within diverse communities.

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Neurodivergent Affirming Practices

  • Strength based approaches

  • Understanding neurodivergence

  • Inclusive support strategies

  • Respectful communication practices

  • Reducing stigma and assumptions

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Family Engagement & Collaboration

  • Building trust with families

  • Improving communication strategies

  • Supporting culturally diverse families

  • Collaborative partnerships with caregivers

  • Reducing barriers to participation

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Behavior as Communication

  • Understanding the function of behavior

  • Trauma informed perspectives

  • Emotional regulation support

  • Environmental and sensory considerations

  • Practical support strategies

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Inclusive Classrooms & Programs

  • Creating inclusive environments

  • Flexible learning and participation strategies

  • Classroom accommodations and supports

  • Sensory considerate environments

  • Supporting participation and accessibility

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Educational Systems & Community Resources

  • Understanding IEP systems

  • Regional Center overview

  • Self Determination Program basics

  • Community resources and referrals

  • Supporting family navigation and access

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Transition Support & Adulthood Planning

  • Transition planning strategies

  • Supporting independence and self advocacy

  • Community integration supports

  • Employment and vocational resources

  • Family collaboration during transitions

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