Disability & Healthy Relationships ECHO
There is a general lack of awareness and capacity around supporting healthy relationships and sexuality education for individuals with disabilities. This ECHO is primarily for professionals who provide services or support to individuals with disabilities, in any capacity. This ECHO training series will share important information, education, and resources about the intersection of disability and healthy relationships, sexuality, consent, and abuse prevention to increase the knowledge and capacity of professionals who work in various fields. With this information, participants will be better equipped to share accurate information, resources, and support for individuals with disabilities.
These sessions are FREE for all participants
The target audience is adults with disabilities, family members, and professionals who serve individuals with disabilities
Sessions will be held the 2nd Thursday of each month from 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. MST via Zoom video conferencing technology
Sessions will be held the 2nd Thursday of each month from 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. MST via Zoom video conferencing technology
New iECHO Quick Guide
2026 - 2027 Series Schedule
| Date | Subject Matter Expert | Topic |
| March 12, 2026 | Alex Schiwal | Disability & Abuse |
| April 9, 2026 | Kye Doran | Pregnancy and Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities |
| May 14, 2026 | Erin Meottel | Abuse: Prevention, Signs, & Reporting |
| June 11, 2026 | Alexandria Acor | Sexuality & Ableism |
| July 9, 2026 | Morrigan Hunter | Disability & Sexuality: Addressing Professional Biases |
| August 12, 2026 | TBD | Snapshot: Domestic Violence & Crisis Response in Utah |
| September 10, 2026 | Nova McGiffert | Consent, Boundaries, & Communication |
| October 8, 2026 | TBD | Domestic Violence & Disability (Domestic Violence Awareness Month) |
| November 12, 2026 | TBD | Disability & Sex Trafficking |
| December 10, 2026 | TBD | LEAP Program |
| January 14, 2027 | TBD | Disabilities, Relationships, & Supports |
| February 11, 2027 | TBD | Trauma Informed Approach to Working with Survivors with IDD |
| March 11, 2027 | TBD | Sexuality & Assistive Technology |

