IWGA Webinars
Welcome to the IWGA webinar archive. Browse the collection to revisit past conversations that highlight key topics and discussions supporting people with autism and their families. Select a webinar from the gallery to view the recording in the video player below.
Video: IWGA Goals and Priorities
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During this IWGA meeting, members explored co-occurring conditions and their impact on the health and well-being of individuals with autism. (2025)
Supporting the IWGA goals and priorities, this IWGA webinar featured partners working on early identification and discussed ways the IWGA can support their efforts. (2024)
Before finalizing the 2024 IWGA Goals and Priorities, the IWGA provided an opportunity for its members and the public to review the proposed goals and provide feedback. (2023)
The IWGA focused on topics involving diagnosis in adults. (2023)
The IWGA focused on topics such as the educational team, individualized education programs, and resolving conflicts. (2023)
The IWGA shared its efforts and history of bringing together different representatives from across state government to work together to improve the lives of people with autism and their families. (2023)
In this special edition webinar, the IWGA addressed common myths and misconceptions about the educational identification of autism. (2022)
In honor of Autism Acceptance Month, the IWGA, Employment First Taskforce, and panelists used the LifeCourse Framework to share information and resources on health care, housing, and community engagement. (2021)
In this webinar, the IWGA is joined by a panel of parents and state legislators to discuss how families can build relationships with elected officials, share their stories, and be effective partners in the policy-making process. (2021)
The IWGA is joined by a self-advocate and LEND trainee along with the Director of the Ohio Statewide Independent Living Council to talk about the importance of advocacy at the individual and system level. (2021)
In honor of National Disability Employment Awareness Month, the IWGA and Employment First Taskforce talk about autism, transition, and employment. Members were joined by an autism advocate who shared some of her own experiences. (2020)
Youth and young adults with autism frequently experience co-occurring mental and behavioral health conditions and are increasingly served by multiple systems in Ohio. This IWGA webinar features parents and members of the DeWine administration. (2020)
The IWGA is joined by parent/disability advocate and a health equity specialist, to learn more about the lived experiences of families of color, implicit bias in the medical community, and policy and practice implications of this work. (2020)