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FL APSE 2026 Collaboration Summit
February 25-27, 2026
Join the Florida Association of People Supporting Employment (APSE) for a three-day conference dedicated to enhancing inclusive employment and career advancement for people with disabilities. This event is a prime opportunity to collaborate with a statewide network of providers, businesses, government agencies, and advocates.
Attendees will have the chance to:
Network with professionals from various sectors to foster new partnerships and strengthen existing ones.
Engage in educational sessions designed to improve service delivery outcomes for clients and families.
Connect directly with state leaders to discuss and influence key issues impacting clients, families, and providers.
This conference is a vital space for building alliances and sharing knowledge to create a more inclusive and supportive employment landscape in Florida.
Registration Info:
Early Bird Rate: $225 (Ends November 15)
Regular Rates: $250 (APSE Members) | $275 (Non-Members)
Click here to register or scan the QR code on the flyer.
Have questions or want to present/sponsor? Contact us at flapse@apse.org
Stay Where the Action Is – Book in the FL APSE Room Block!
Experience Art Deco elegance and modern comfort at the Hyatt Place St. Augustine / Vilano Beach, just steps from white sand beaches and historic city landmarks. Enjoy a rooftop bar with stunning ocean views, on-site dining, and a short walk to everything you’ll want to explore.
Our discounted room block is limited – reserve early to lock in the rate and stay right where the conference happens!
Fall 2025 Webinar Series – Learn, Support, Empower
Florida APSE is thrilled to present three engaging and practical webinars this fall — free to attend and full of actionable strategies to support disability-inclusive employment. Whether you’re a job coach, self-advocate, family member, or employment professional, these sessions are designed with you in mind.
All webinars are recorded and available to registered participants after completion.
September 19: Self-Employment
12:00 PM – 1:30 PM ET
What is self-employment really—and how can we support it in meaningful ways for people with disabilities?
Join our panel of professionals as we explore:
- What self-employment is (and isn’t)
- FL APSE’s perspective on inclusion and purpose
- Practical tools and tips to help people succeed
October (2-Part Series): Understanding Work & Benefits
Plain Language. Real Examples. Powerful Reassurance.
Working while on SSI or SSDI can be confusing—but it doesn’t have to be. This 2-part series breaks it down.
Session 1: SSI, SSDI & Work Basics
Learn how benefits really work with employment—and why the fear of “losing everything” is often a myth.
October 17 | 12:00 – 1:00 pm
Click here to register for part 1
Session 2: Work Incentives, Healthcare & Encouragement
Explore the supports that make work possible: PASS plans, IRWEs, Medicaid protections, and more.
October 24 | 12:00 – 1:00 pm
Click here to register for part 2
November 14: Supporting Neurodivergent Clients in Hiring
3:00 PM – 4:30 PM ET
Presenter: Dejannae Lang, Ph.D. (c), Industrial-Organizational Practitioner
Hosted by: Florida APSE, FCIC, and CARD-USF
Hiring systems don’t always recognize the strengths of neurodivergent job seekers. This session is for job coaches and professionals who want to help change that. You’ll gain:
Bias-free hiring tools (blinded assessments, universal design)
Confidence coaching and communication tips
Inclusive language and disclosure strategies
Interview prep and onboarding guidance
Florida APSE Provider Support Meetings
3rd Thursday of every month at 12:00pm EST
Google Meet joining info:
Video call link: https://meet.google.com/
Or dial: (US) +1 541-539-6737 PIN: 978 754 057#
Learn more about FL APSE, National APSE, Membership and Employment First
APSE: https://apse.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/FL-APSE-Presentation.pdf
Policy & Advocacy
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State Employment First Efforts: Legislation & Directive/Executive Order
- Employment 1st Legislation (passed): The Individuals with Disabilities Act (CS/HB 7003), enacted in January 2016, established the cross-disability Employment First Act, the Financial Literacy Program for Individuals with Developmental Disabilities and the FL Unique Abilities Partner Program.
- Employment First Executive Order: October 2013 Executive Order 13-284 directing state agencies to identify financing and contract methods that will prioritize employment
- FL Interagency Agreement: Interagency agreement among 9 Florida agencies to implement E1.
- Developmental Disabilities Council Employment First Statement: Statement from Florida DD Council in support of Employment First.
Employment First Florida website
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