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What happens after you or your family member with a developmental disability graduates high school or college? Michael joins our weekly Q&A to tell his story about the transition to the world of competitive integrated employment.
Panelist: Michael Gentry, Self-Advocate
00:00 Introductions
01:55 Individuals with Disabilities Education act (IDEA, 2004)
02:49 Michael's high school journey
05:30 Michael's journey after high school
07:14 Michael's transition planning tips
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12:45 The importance of experiencing work while still in high school
13:25 Becoming empowered to speak up at your planning meetings
16:58 Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA 2014)
18:14 Michael's experience with Competitive Integrated Employment (CIE)
20:13 Michael's self-advocacy work on employment
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21:45 Six key lessons from Michael
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23:08 Your employment advocacy is needed!
25:17 Job customization can be a win-win
26:40 Michael's experience overcoming fears of public speaking
28:40 Educating yourself about how full-time work can affect your benefits
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