Lipson Advocacy: Educational, Legal and Strategy Specialist

09/23/2026

This touched my heart. How many of us are the raincoats and have had parents who performed that role? Such a blessing 💕

09/15/2026

I’ve been part of the Disability Symposium for many years, and I’m so glad to be back this year as a facilitator.

This year’s theme, We Make It Happen: Mutual Aid as a Call to Action, feels especially relevant right now. When so much feels uncertain, it's valuable to think about how we show up for one another, share what we know and have, and build the relationships that sustain our community and our advocacy.

The Symposium always feels a little like a family reunion for Georgia’s disability community, while also welcoming people who are newer to this work. We reconnect with people we’ve worked alongside for years, meet new folks, learn from one another, and think together about what comes next.

It is always a really valuable day. I hope you’ll join us.

More information and registration:

We Make It Happen: Mutual Aid as a Call to Action The symposium will feature Tim Vogt and Jan Goings from Starfire Council, Cincinnati. Other presenters will include multiple Georgians, both young and seasoned, who have made important impacts in our state. This event is free but you must register. ...

08/04/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the fourth annual Securing the Future: Vision, Decisions, and Advocacy workshop. My favorite part of the day was watching the conversations continue during breaks and lunch. Parents, self-advocates, professionals, and family members learning from one another and creating community.

Reading the evaluations has been especially meaningful. Again and again, people mentioned the lived experience panel, hearing directly from families and self-advocates, and leaving with a different way of thinking about the transition to adulthood. One participant wrote that the workshop “truly changed my outlook on how to navigate adulthood with my son.”

Thank you to Dana D. Lloyd, Katie Bailey , our outstanding panelists, University of Georgia at Gwinnett, our volunteers, and everyone who spent the day with us. We’re already thinking about what’s next.

If your organization, parent group, or community would be interested in bringing a workshop like this to your area, I’d love to start that conversation.

07/22/2026

Finding mental health treatment for your child can be overwhelming.

Many programs have polished marketing, but it’s often hard to figure out what actually happens once your child walks through the door. What therapeutic approaches do they use? Which kids are grouped together? How much family involvement is there? How do they handle safety, behavior, school, and transitions?

A few years ago, I created this list of questions to help families look beyond the brochure and better understand whether a program is the right fit for their child.

It’s not about finding the “best” program. It’s about asking the right questions so you can make a more informed decision.

I hope it’s helpful to families navigating this process.

https://bit.ly/IOPPHPQues2025

07/15/2026

Really proud of my involvement and this work! Please share this with other Jewish parents 💙💙💙

07/15/2026

We’ve had so many registrations! Sign up now! You and your family deserve support as you navigate the future 🥰

07/14/2026

The faith communities, including Judaism, lag in creating inclusive opportunities for a variety of reasons. I am proud to be involved in this project that is investing in Jewish families who are creating new paths back to ritual, community, prayer, and JOY!! Applications are open for the second cohort: https://bit.ly/inclusivefutures2026

07/10/2026

✨ Wondering what's next for your child or young adult with a disability?
Whether they're entering high school, preparing for graduation, exploring employment or college, or planning for adult life, this workshop is for you.
Join us on Thursday, July 30, for our fourth annual Securing the Future: Vision, Decisions, and Advocacy, a free, one-day workshop (9:00 to 5:00) at UGA's Gwinnett Campus for parents, caregivers, siblings, and other supporters of young adults with disabilities.
✅ Learn practical strategies for navigating the transition to adulthood
✅ Explore supported decision-making and how today's choices shape tomorrow's opportunities
✅ Gain tools to support belonging, community participation, and a meaningful adult life
✅ Connect with experienced advocates and other families
✅ Free lunch and parking provided
🎯 Space is limited! Register by July 24: https://bit.ly/GASTF2026
📍 We hope you'll join us for a day of practical information, thoughtful conversation, and planning for the future.
Co-sponsored by the Georgia Coalition for Equity in Education (GCEE), the Center on Human Development and Disability (CHDD) at UGA, and I Decide Georgia at the Georgia Advocacy Office.

07/09/2026

It was our pleasure! The room had incredible vibes and engaging conversation! 👏

07/06/2026

Summer is in full effect 🔥😎🔆, but it will be back-to-school time 🏫🎒🍎 before you know it! Mark your calendars and make plans to join I Decide Georgia Georgia Advocacy Office Sangha Unity Network - SUN and ME! on July 30th to kick off the school year with Vision, Decisions, and Advocacy. Get registered now and then enjoy the rest of your summer knowing you'll have the tools you need for an awesome year! https://bit.ly/GASTF2026