The Sibling Leadership Network

More on Self-care & a Guided Meditation for Sibs

This episode we discuss more about self-care and have a guided practice, just for sibs! SLN's Communications Consultant, Patricia Repolda, tells us all about SLN's new sibling self-care toolkit & workbook.  Then Kaley Day of Rocky Mountain Sibs guides us through a guided meditation specifically for sibs.   Access the transcript of this episode here.Acceda a la transcripción en español."It empowers you to make choices that align with your values"  —Patricia Repolda Resources in this episode:SLN's Sibling Self-Care Toolkit & WorkbookSLN's Self-care Resources pageSibnet Facebook GroupSLN Facebook GroupRocky Mountain SibsAdvocacy Denver (Denver County Arc)SLN's Adult Sibs Resources pagePrentis HemphillMusic Credits:Hope by Scandinavianz | https://soundcloud.com/scandinavianzMusic promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comFree Relaxing Chill Music | ARNOR by Alex-Productions | https://onsound.eu/Music promoted by https://www.free-stock-music.comCreative Commons / Attribution 3.0 Unported License (CC BY 3.0)https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/deed.en_USSupport the show

Sexuality and Sib Support

Certified Sexuality Educator, Terri Couwenhoven, discusses barriers for our siblings with disabilities getting sex education and gives us some great resources and advice to help us support our siblings who are seeking romance. Access the transcript of this episode here.Acceda a la transcripción en español."Listening and helping your sib feel heard are really important"  —Terri CouwenhovenResources in this episode:Terri Couwenhoven MS, CSEElevatus trainingsDiversities in sexuality handoutsBoyfriends & Girlfriends: A Guide to Dating for People with DisabilitiesCircles:  Intimacy and RelationshipsCircles appNational Council on Independent Living Video SeriesAmaze.orgreal-talk.orgAdult Down Syndrome Center resource pageMaking Authentic Friends AppSpecial Bridge AppSex Talk for Self-Advocates Webinar SeriesSLN Self-Advocates Resources pageDave HingsburgerSupport the show

Plain Language

This month, we speak with the Director of Advocacy for the Autistic Self Advocacy Network, Zoe Gross, all about plain language; what it is, why it's important and where and how to ask for it.  Access the transcript of this episode here.Acceda a la transcripción en español."Get things out of the subtext of what you’re saying and into the plain text."  —Zoe Gross"Become awake to the wonderful world that is plain language and spot all the places that it can be brought into your life."  —Zoe GrossResources in this episode:Autistic Self Advocacy NetworkASAN resource libraryPlain Language COVID-19 ResourcesOne Idea Per Line: A Guide to Making Easy Read ResourcesSARTAC2023 Series of Easy Read/Plain Language Webinars for Government and Non-Profit AgenciesPlain Truth ProjectSupport the show

Sexual Assault and Sibs

This month, Founder of the Natalie Project, Julie Neward, shares her story, discusses statistics and causes of sexual assault in the disability community and tells us about how we can advocate for change with our siblings. PLEASE NOTE: This podcast episode is about sexual assault and may contain content that is unsuitable for listeners under the age of 18 and may contain triggers for some listeners. Listener discretion is advised.  Access the transcript of this episode here.Acceda a la transcripción en español."I really do want to lean on our sib community to take action on this issue, because at the end of the day...we [siblings] will most likely have to face the issue of sexual abuse given the staggering numbers."  —Julie NewardResources in this episode: the Natalie ProjectContact Julie Neward at julie@thenatalieproject.orgThe Disability Without Abuse ProjectNPR Series: Abused and BetrayedCombating Violence and Abuse of People with Disabilities: A Call to Action by Nancy Fitzsimons M.S.W. Ph.D.The Rape, Abuse, & Incest National Network: Sexual Abuse of People with DisabilitiesThe Rape, Abuse, & Incest National Network: Recovering from Sexual ViolenceRight Care Now ProjectOptions for All ProductionsPediatric Epilepsy Surgery AllianceDiana Pastora Carson, M.Ed.ElevatusMad Hatter Wellness Sexuality for All Abilities 1st Edition by Katie Thune and Molly Gage Nicky’s LawDisability Rights CaliforniaCalifornia Self-Determination Program NetworkTarana J. Burke and the Me Too movementKelly's Hollywood FilmSupport the show

SLN Chapters

This month, we talk with Harriet Redman, founder of one of SLN's first chapters, Wisconsibs, and founder of SLN's newest chapter, Oregon Sibs, Nikki Donnelly.  We discuss why sib meeting spaces are so important and how you can get involved or start your own chapter. Access the transcript of this episode here.Acceda a la transcripción en español."The power in having people in your community that can help you navigate through this sib life."  —Nikki Donnelly"Don’t give up…there’s all kinds of reasons to stop, but don’t. Just keep going…and when you’re feeling discouraged give an SLN chapter person a call or an email."  —Harriet RedmanResources in this episode:SLN Chapters pageWisconsibsOregon Sibs MeetUpThe Sibling Survival Guide bookSibshops bookSibshops on Siblings Support ProjectOregon FMLA informationWhat About Me? by WisconsibsSibsack by WisconsibsJourney Forward by WisconsibsSiblings Choice Award by WisconsibsWisconsibs Read book clubWisconsibs event calendarIntro to Sibs by Oregon SibsOregon Sibs AnnouncementContact Harriet Redman: info@wisconsibs.orgContact Nikki Donnelly: nikki.donnelly@oregonsibs.orgSupport the show