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SUMMARY:The History and Implications of America's Segregated Institutions
DESCRIPTION:Much can be learned about human effort\, societal forces of oppression and marginalization\, and the possibilities for change by studying the rise and fall of “The Great Institutions.” This presentation will describe the founding of such institutions\, with lofty and earnest aspirations\, through the vast growth of segregation and congregation fed by eugenics ideology\, and the eventual decline of the “total institution.” \nThrough photos\, stories of people’s lives and narrative\, we will explore the connections with today’s services\, the insidious staying power of segregation\, and the lessons we can draw from this. \nhis workshop will be led by Betsy Neuville\, who worked for many years creating community alternatives for hundreds of institutionalized people all over the world and has supported the settlement agreements at numerous facilities which have promised better lives for people. \nFor more information\, please click the View Event Flyer link below.
URL:https://socialrolevalorization.com/event/the-history-and-implications-of-americas-segregated-institutions/
LOCATION:Virtual – US\, PA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260220T150000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260220T180000
DTSTAMP:20260928T102018
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T121430Z
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SUMMARY:The Road Most Traveled: Using the Culturally Valued Analogue (BENGALI)
DESCRIPTION:SRV theory has been introduced in India with a deep impact over the past years – it is a social theory which provides a solid framework for understanding social devaluation of vulnerable people and proposes powerful ways to open possibilities for people to experience the good things of life. SRV has implications on the personal\, family\, community\, and societal levels\, and will strengthen effective change agentry efforts. \nSocial Role Valorization principles contain many “gems” – ideas that have great power and applicability towards making life fuller and richer for those who are at risk of social devaluation. The culturally valued analogue\, or CVA\, is one such gem. In this workshop\, we will explore this idea\, applying ourselves to studying the natural pathways as a basis for strategies\, methods and tactics used to help people\, especially those marginalized\, to have valued roles and gain the good things of life. The simple yet potent use of the CVA in all your work toward a better life will help anchor you again and again. \nJoin the movement! You have heard about “SRV”\, a set of ideas being used across India to assist people with disability to live full and rich “everyday lives”. Now is your chance to take part in a brief overview which introduces participants to the culturally valued analogue. \nThis is a great place to start a journey of exploring these ideas alongside others. \nPlease note\, the workshop will be delivered in Bengali. \nFor more information\, please click the View Event Flyer link below.
URL:https://socialrolevalorization.com/event/the-road-most-traveled-using-the-culturally-valued-analogue-bengali/
LOCATION:Virtual – India\, India
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260302T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260306T170000
DTSTAMP:20260928T102018
CREATED:20251017T213107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T191958Z
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SUMMARY:Introductory Passing Workshop
DESCRIPTION:WORKSHOP DESCRIPTION\nThe PASSING workshop builds upon the Introduction to SRV course by providing a hands-on experience with an actual human service program. The workshop emphasizes the impact of services on the lives of their recipients. Workshop participants are invited to see services “through the eyes” of its recipients. This is an opportunity to work with the ideas of Social Role Valorization (SRV) to craft a vision of excellent service. \nThe work of this course is done in teams. Many teams will include family members\, support workers\,administrators\,& others. Each team will go to both a residential and a “day” service\, visiting with service recipients & conducting interviews with staff & administrators. The event involves extensive personal reflection & analysis\, group conciliation\, & thought­ provoking discussion. A past workshop participant said\, “when I go back to work\, I won’t be the same.” \nPREREQUISITE \nPersons attending PASSING must have first attended a full Introduction to SRV workshop. To create a focused & reflective atmosphere\, this workshop is designed as an intensive experience. Participants must be able to keep an open mind and work well on a team to facilitate learning for the entire group.
URL:https://socialrolevalorization.com/event/introductory-passing-workshop-4/
LOCATION:Indianapolis\, Indiana\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260312
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260314
DTSTAMP:20260928T102018
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SUMMARY:Towards a Better Life
DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn about Social Role Valorisation and its practical applications from our interstate presenters Sharon Lowe and Amie Storer. \nThis workshop is one of our most popular events. Places are limited\, so please secure your place to avoid disappointment. \n\nThursday\, 12 March and Friday\, 13 March 2026\n9:00 am to 5:00 pm on both days (Please arrive by 8:30 am)\n59 Cameron Ave Conference and Event Centre\,\n\nLevel 11/59 Cameron Ave\, Belconnen ACT 2617\, Australia\n\n\nCatering provided: morning tea\, lunch and afternoon tea\nSponsored (free or low-cost) tickets are available\n\nPlease don’t let the cost of tickets prevent you from registering for this event \nWe want everyone who is interested in Social Role Valorisation to be able to attend the Towards a Better Life event. However\, we recognise that the cost of the event may prevent some people from registering. Please contact Anne at anne@imaginemore.org.au if you are unable to cover the cost of your ticket with your NDIS funds.
URL:https://socialrolevalorization.com/event/towards-a-better-life/
LOCATION:59 Cameron Ave Conference and Event Centre\, 59 Cameron Ave Conference and Event Centre\, Belconnen ACT\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260316T163000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260316T174500
DTSTAMP:20260928T102018
CREATED:20260219T123042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T142329Z
UID:8028-1773678600-1773683100@socialrolevalorization.com
SUMMARY:An SRV Community of Practice - Western Australia
DESCRIPTION:Interested in SRV networking to help with learning\, problem solving and more? The WA Social Role Valorisation Community of Practice (CoP) started in 2023 as an informal gathering of people interested in reigniting SRV. We wanted a learning and reflection space for people who want to strengthen how SRV informs real practice in Western Australia. \nThis 1 hour presentation explains how this all started\, our hopes for it\, what has actually happened/what we’ve seen\, and what is next for the community of practice.
URL:https://socialrolevalorization.com/event/an-srv-community-of-practice-western-australia/
LOCATION:Australia – virtual\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260320T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260320T130000
DTSTAMP:20260928T102018
CREATED:20260309T135030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T152240Z
UID:8153-1774008000-1774011600@socialrolevalorization.com
SUMMARY:Table Talks! - on SRV Implementation
DESCRIPTION:Missing Ingredient: SRV and the Philosophy of Personalism \nwith Susan Thomas \nTableTalks! Is the lunchtime presentation and discussion series hosted by SRVIP over zoom. Topics have something to do with implementing the ideas embodied in Social Role Valorization. We meet the third Friday of every month except for July\, August\, and December\, from noon to 1PM Eastern US time. Sign up by emailing info@srvip.org and request to be on the mailing list. Bring your lunch! All are welcome\, and it is free of charge.
URL:https://socialrolevalorization.com/event/table-talks-on-srv-implementation/
LOCATION:Virtual -USA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260323T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T130000
DTSTAMP:20260928T102018
CREATED:20260122T145833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T151211Z
UID:7863-1774258200-1774530000@socialrolevalorization.com
SUMMARY:Good Employment for People with Disabilities: How to make it a reality
DESCRIPTION:This four part workshop explores the significance of good employment for people with intellectual disabilities. Recognizing that work is one of the good things of life\, the workshop begins with an examination and critique of historical strategies and ideas of work. The Discovery process is introduced as a tool to assist people and their supporters to identify what a person could contribute to the workplace and what is necessary for them to be successful . The important role of the employment professional in effectively supporting people on the job is then examined in depth. Important considerations about planning and working with potential employment to customize employment are the focus of the final session. Through lectures and discussion\, this interactive workshop provides an opportunity to think more deeply about the\nsteps involved and to learn from the experiences of others.
URL:https://socialrolevalorization.com/event/good-employment-for-people-with-disabilities-how-to-make-it-a-reality/
LOCATION:Virtual- Canada\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260406T150000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260406T180000
DTSTAMP:20260928T102018
CREATED:20260116T130021Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T121239Z
UID:7812-1775487600-1775498400@socialrolevalorization.com
SUMMARY:Foundations of Inclusive Practice: A Glimpse of SRV
DESCRIPTION:Across India\, change leaders committed to better lives for people with developmental and psychosocial disability are talking about and learning about Social Role Valorization\, a powerful set of ideas about how to assist people to have full\, rich\, meaningful lives. SRV provides a high order framework for understanding the society in which we live\, and the place people with disabilities tend to hold within it. As well\, SRV thinking is accompanied by very practical implementation strategies to help people with disabilities have access to the good things of life.\nPlease join us as we introduce participants to the basics of Social Role Valorization. This overview event will present the idea of assisting people with disabilities and other devalued conditions to have positive social roles as a productive and helpful response to wounding life experiences. People wishing to understand the life experiences of people they support and the\nimplications of those life experiences and are committed to the work of making life better are encouraged to attend.\nThis foundational material is essential to those wishing to serve others in meaningful ways\, and who are impassioned to make a difference in the lives of others. Many participants experience the learning within this event as the most helpful\, inspiring\, and clarifying body of knowledge they have been exposed to in their professional development\, and it assists in long-term\nunderstanding and focus on being of service to others in ways that matter. \nFor more information\, please click the View Event Flyer link below.
URL:https://socialrolevalorization.com/event/foundations-of-inclusive-practice-a-glimpse-of-srv-6/
LOCATION:Virtual – India\, India
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260414T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260414T130000
DTSTAMP:20260928T102018
CREATED:20260309T152523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T154448Z
UID:8189-1776168000-1776171600@socialrolevalorization.com
SUMMARY:Table Talks! on SRV Implementation
DESCRIPTION:Would You Care to Join Us?: SRV and relationship development \nwith Tom Doody \nTableTalks! Is the lunchtime presentation and discussion series hosted by SRVIP over zoom. Topics have something to do with implementing the ideas embodied in Social Role Valorization. We meet the third Friday of every month except for July\, August\, and December\, from noon to 1PM Eastern US time. Sign up by emailing info@srvip.org and request to be on the mailing list. Bring your lunch! All are welcome\, and it is free of charge.
URL:https://socialrolevalorization.com/event/table-talks-on-srv-implementation-2/
LOCATION:Virtual -USA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260423T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260521T170000
DTSTAMP:20260928T102018
CREATED:20260309T133157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T155744Z
UID:8120-1776931200-1779382800@socialrolevalorization.com
SUMMARY:Leadership-Level SRV Workshop Series
DESCRIPTION:This workshop provides an introduction to Social Role Valorization (SRV)\, developed by Dr. Wolf Wolfensberger\, one of the most influential thinkers in the field of human services worldwide. Wolfensberger’s work helped lay the foundation for many current human service trends\, including the development of community services\, integration\, self-determination and rights\, and person-centered planning. \nSRV is a systematic & universally applicable concept for structuring human services\, for direct service and for families. Its foundation is in the fields of psychology\, sociology & broad human experience. SRV describes a close relationship between the socially perceived value of the roles that people hold\, & whether people in those roles will be accorded opportunities & other ‘good things of life.’ Bad things tend to get done to people who are seen in devalued roles\, & good things tend to be afforded to people in positively valued roles. \nTopics to be explored include: the universality of social devaluation; the defining power of roles in people’s lives; strategies for pursuing socially valued roles for devalued people\, with an aim toward improving their life conditions; enhancement of people’s social images; & enhancement of people’s competencies. The workshop offers a critical SRV-based look at many contemporary human service practices. \n\n\n 
URL:https://socialrolevalorization.com/event/leadership-level-srv-workshop-series-2/
LOCATION:Virtual -USA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260427T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T170000
DTSTAMP:20260928T102018
CREATED:20251222T233518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T162958Z
UID:7547-1777276800-1777568400@socialrolevalorization.com
SUMMARY:Introductory SRV Workshop
DESCRIPTION:This workshop provides an introduction to Social Role Valorization (SRV) using the 10 core themes\, developed by Dr. W. Wolfensberger. Dr. Wolfensberger’s work helped lay the foundation for many current human service trends\, including integration\, safeguarding of rights\, and the deinstitutionalization movement. \nSRV is a systematic and universally applicable concept for structuring human services is anchored in the empiricism of psychology and sociology. SRV suggests a close relationship between the socially perceived value of the roles that people hold\, and whether people in those roles will be accorded opportunities and other good things of life. Bad things tend to get done to people who are seen in devalued roles\, and good things tend to be afforded to people in positively valued roles. Topics to be explored will include the universality of social devaluation\, the defining power of roles in people’s lives\, strategies for pursuing socially valued roles\, or at least less devalued roles for devalued people with an aim toward improving their life conditions\, enhancing people’s social images\, and enhancing people’s competencies.
URL:https://socialrolevalorization.com/event/introductory-srv-workshop/
LOCATION:746 Colborne Street\, London\, Ontario\, 746 Colborne Street\, London\, Ontario\, Canada
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260511
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260512
DTSTAMP:20260928T102018
CREATED:20260504T122125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T122125Z
UID:8471-1778457600-1778543999@socialrolevalorization.com
SUMMARY:The Wounding of First Nations People: An SRV Lens
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://socialrolevalorization.com/event/the-wounding-of-first-nations-people-an-srv-lens/
LOCATION:Australia\, Australia
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260512
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260514
DTSTAMP:20260928T102018
CREATED:20260504T130010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T102349Z
UID:8472-1778544000-1778716799@socialrolevalorization.com
SUMMARY:Towards a Better Life: An Introduction to Social Role Valorisation (SRV)
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://socialrolevalorization.com/event/towards-a-better-life-an-introduction-to-social-role-valorisation-srv/
LOCATION:Australia\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260513T150000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260513T180000
DTSTAMP:20260928T102018
CREATED:20260116T130554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T122652Z
UID:7817-1778684400-1778695200@socialrolevalorization.com
SUMMARY:When 'Just OK' Is Not Good Enough: An Exploration of Conservatism Corollary
DESCRIPTION:Hungry for more information about Social Role Valorization?\nHad some basic training in it?\nIf so\, then this workshop is for you!\nPlease join us as we introduce participants to a powerful component within SRV known as the Conservatism Corollary. This has nothing to do with politics but DOES have to do with strengthening the options we offer to people as we help them to have access to the good things of life. \nFor more information\, please click the View Event Flyer link below.
URL:https://socialrolevalorization.com/event/when-just-ok-is-not-good-enough-an-exploration-of-conservatism-corollary/
LOCATION:Virtual – India\, India
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260515T130000
DTSTAMP:20260928T102018
CREATED:20260309T154651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T154651Z
UID:8188-1778846400-1778850000@socialrolevalorization.com
SUMMARY:Table Talks! on SRV Implementation
DESCRIPTION:Picture Perfect Plate: a look at Wolf Wolfensberger’s postcard collection \nwith Tom Malcomson \nTableTalks! Is the lunchtime presentation and discussion series hosted by SRVIP over zoom. Topics have something to do with implementing the ideas embodied in Social Role Valorization. We meet the third Friday of every month except for July\, August\, and December\, from noon to 1PM Eastern US time. Sign up by emailing info@srvip.org and request to be on the mailing list. Bring your lunch! All are welcome\, and it is free of charge.
URL:https://socialrolevalorization.com/event/table-talks-on-srv-implementation-3/
LOCATION:Virtual -USA\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260518T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260522T170000
DTSTAMP:20260928T102018
CREATED:20260211T160202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T125157Z
UID:8005-1779094800-1779469200@socialrolevalorization.com
SUMMARY:Introduction to Social Role Valorization
DESCRIPTION:This intensive workshop presents the idea of assisting people with disabilities and other devalued conditions to have positive social roles\, which serves as a productive and helpful response to wounding life experiences. People wishing to understand the life experiences of people they support and the implications of those life experiences\, and those who are committed to working toward making life better for others are encouraged to attend. \nThis foundational material is essential to those wishing to serve others in meaningful ways and who are impassioned to make a difference in the lives of others. Many participants find the learning within this event to be the most helpful\, inspiring\, and clarifying body of knowledge they have been exposed to in their professional development. It assists in long-term understanding and focus of service to others in ways that matter. \nThe workshop includes multi-media presentation\, small and large group reflection and discussion\, and resource materials. Participants should be prepared for significant presentations as well. \nSchedule \nDay 1: May 18\, 2026\, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm \nDay 2: May 19\, 2026\, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm \nDay 3: May 20\, 2026\, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm \nDay 4: May 21\, 2026\, 9:00 am to 3:00 pm \nDrinks and breakfast will be available. Lunch\, dinner\, and snacks will also be provided. Overnight accommodations are available. \n  \nFor more information\, click the red “View Event Flyer” button below. \nRegister at: KI Introduction to SRV May 18th to 21st\, 2026
URL:https://socialrolevalorization.com/event/introduction-to-social-role-valorization-3/
LOCATION:Bongiorno Conference Center\, 430 Union Hall Road\, Carlisle\, PA\, 17013\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260529T150000
DTEND;TZID=Asia/Kolkata:20260529T180000
DTSTAMP:20260928T102018
CREATED:20260116T125203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T125824Z
UID:7808-1780066800-1780077600@socialrolevalorization.com
SUMMARY:"Ringing in Our Hearts & Minds" - A Short Course on Model Coherency
DESCRIPTION:The concept of model coherency is one of the themes of and for Social Role Valorization (SRV) theory. Yet another fabulous “gem” of SRV\, this concept is so helpful when both designing and evaluating a service. How well a service “hangs together” in every way is the big idea behind Model Coherency. \nThis workshop is designed for those who have some training in Social Role Valorization\, and those who have also done deep SRV study. Be prepared\nfor hands-on experiential learning\, as we take the ideas and put them to work\ntogether. \nThe presentation will be conducted primarily in English. \nFor more information\, please click the View Event Flyer link below.
URL:https://socialrolevalorization.com/event/ringing-in-our-hearts-minds-a-short-course-on-model-coherency-2/
LOCATION:Virtual – India\, India
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260531T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260605T170000
DTSTAMP:20260928T102018
CREATED:20251222T234334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T163552Z
UID:7552-1780214400-1780678800@socialrolevalorization.com
SUMMARY:Introductory PASSING Workshop
DESCRIPTION:PASSING workshops are designed to enabled participants who have previously attended a four-day Social Role Valorization (SRV) workshop to gain a deeper understanding of devaluation and of how the promotion of valued social roles may enable people who are disabled and/or devalued to experience “the good thing of life”.  The workshop is directed at anyone who is interested in bringing about change in the lives of devalued people\, including human service workers and managers\, service users\, family members\, students\, advocates\, board members\, and others.
URL:https://socialrolevalorization.com/event/introductory-passing-workshop-5/
LOCATION:Residence and Conference Center Seneca College\, Newnham Campus\, 1750 Finch Ave E\, North York\, M2J 2X5\, Canada
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260619T130000
DTSTAMP:20260928T102018
CREATED:20260309T154836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T154836Z
UID:8187-1781870400-1781874000@socialrolevalorization.com
SUMMARY:Table Talks! on SRV Implementation
DESCRIPTION:Buffet: how a variety of roles can help attain the good things of life \nwith Bill Forman \nTableTalks! Is the lunchtime presentation and discussion series hosted by SRVIP over zoom. Topics have something to do with implementing the ideas embodied in Social Role Valorization. We meet the third Friday of every month except for July\, August\, and December\, from noon to 1PM Eastern US time. Sign up by emailing info@srvip.org and request to be on the mailing list. Bring your lunch! All are welcome\, and it is free of charge.
URL:https://socialrolevalorization.com/event/table-talks-on-srv-implementation-4/
LOCATION:Virtual -USA\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260724T160000
DTSTAMP:20260928T102018
CREATED:20260309T140106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T140106Z
UID:8163-1784795400-1784908800@socialrolevalorization.com
SUMMARY:Summer Institute on Moral Issues
DESCRIPTION:2026 Wolf Wolfensberger Summer Institute on Moral Issues –  a 2-day Workshop on \nThreats to the Lives of Devalued People\, and an Invitation to Take a Coherent Stance in Opposition to It  \nThis two day workshop presents:  \n\n\nThe reasons behind the deathmaking of devalued people\, along with the personal and societal dynamics that fuel it.\nThe major forms that deathmaking takes in Western cultures today\, including the many disguises and concealments that make it less obvious and less repugnant.\nWays in which those concerned for the well-being of devalued people can protect them from deathmaking.
URL:https://socialrolevalorization.com/event/summer-institute-on-moral-issues/
LOCATION:The Nemasket Group\, 109 Fairhaven Road\, Mattapoisett\, MA\, 02739\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T120000
DTSTAMP:20260928T102018
CREATED:20260811T143732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T144337Z
UID:9558-1787133600-1787140800@socialrolevalorization.com
SUMMARY:Sharpening Our SRV Lens: The Good\, the Bad\, and the Unclear Series - Technology
DESCRIPTION:We often pronounce service practices overwhelmingly “good” or “bad\,” yet the reality is more complex as any practice may offer both advantages and pitfalls for vulnerable people. SRV gives us a unique way to assess impact: spotting what helps people access the good things of life\, while revealing risks and shortcomings that could cause harm. \nThis study group series invites SRV-savvy folks to examine practices and discuss hopeful possibilities and worries together. \nAs technology becomes increasingly integrated into human service practice\, it is important to ask not only what technology can do\, but what it does to people’s lives\, social roles\, relationships\, and opportunities. Using an SRV lens\, this study group will explore the possibilities\, risks\, and safeguards associated with technology use\, considering how technology may contribute to\, or detract from\, valued social roles\, competency enhancement\, community participation\, and access to the good things of life. \nJoin us for a thoughtful discussion grounded in Social Role Valorization\, where we will explore both the promise and the cautions of technology in human services and consider what SRV-informed practice requires in an increasingly digital world.
URL:https://socialrolevalorization.com/event/9558/
LOCATION:Virtual -USA\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260909
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260911
DTSTAMP:20260928T102018
CREATED:20260811T133541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T133541Z
UID:9541-1788912000-1789084799@socialrolevalorization.com
SUMMARY:Towards a Better Life: Introduction to Social Role Valorization (SRV)
DESCRIPTION:About this Workshop:\nLearn a framework that helps give meaning and depth and helps to make the most of contemporary opportunities! This workshop explores how getting valued roles can lead to changed societal perceptions and strengthen the likelihood that people with a devalued status will get a better life. \nThe core themes and principles of SRV will be explored through presentations\, exercises and discussions. Completion allows entry to the 5 day practicum\, PASSING. \nWho Should Attend: \nThis workshop is designed for participants from a range of sectors (disability\, aged care\, mental health\, youth etc). This will include support workers\, coordinators\, family members\, people with disabilities\, people with a mental illness and older people receiving services. Participants will be people who are looking for ways of meeting the real needs of marginalised people\, resulting in a better lives. \nEvent details: \n\nWednesday 9th and Thursday 10th 2026 (participants must attend both days).\nOn day 1\, please arrive at 8:15 AM to sign in\, for an 8:45 AM start. Concludes at 5:00 PM.\nOn day 2\, please arrive at 8:30 AM to sign in\, for a 9:00 AM start. Concludes at 5:00 PM.\n\nVenue details: \n\nThe venue is “Lagoon Creek Cafe”\nAddress: 1-11 Toovey Street\, Caboolture\, Queensland\, 4510.\nYou can phone the venue on (07) 5432 4855 for more information related to the venue itself.\n\nCost: \n\nStandard: $385 plus booking fees\nConcession: $130 plus booking fees\nMorning tea\, lunch\, and afternoon tea will be provided. Please note any essential dietary requirements in your registration.\nTickets are limited to 5 per organisation. If you would like to book more tickets for your organisation\, please contact Jenny on 0404 020 517.\n\nRSVP: \n\nRegistrations close on Thursday 27 August 2026\n\nAbout Values in Action Association\nValues in Action is an incorporated association and an independent Social Role Valorisation (SRV) education initiative. We work with individuals\, families\, human services\, community organisers and activists to assist people to understand SRV and to explore how they might use the lessons of SRV to achieve good lives for devalued people. \nOur Objectives are to: \n\nTell people about SRV\nProvide events\nProvide development & leadership to individuals\nEngage with other organisations in SRV activities\n\nContact Values in Action Association \nEvent organiser (Jenny): 0404 020 517 | Email: viaainc@gmail.com\nWebsite: http://www.viaa.org.au/\nABN:16 143 460 250 ACN: 617 860 009
URL:https://socialrolevalorization.com/event/towards-a-better-life-introduction-to-social-role-valorization-srv/
LOCATION:Lagoon Creek Cafe & Function Room\, Caboolture QLD\,\, Australia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260914T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260914T230000
DTSTAMP:20260928T102018
CREATED:20260813T180720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260813T181556Z
UID:9595-1789376400-1789426800@socialrolevalorization.com
SUMMARY:Wounding vs. Trauma: A Comparative Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Trauma informed care has been one of those frequently discussed idea sets that has been widely adopted by entire service systems as being important and worthy of investment. It has been seen as concordant with Social Role Valorization\, antagonistic to it\, and even equated with it. For this study session\, let’s learn together a bit about it\, and explore. \nTogether\, we’ll view a video giving an overview of Trauma Informed Care and have a chance for dialogue in which\, together\, we’ll draw parallels\, point out differences\, share our own experience\, draw out assumptions\, contrast the ideas in light of SRV principles\, and do some analysis together. \nTo accommodate members in different time zones and schedules\, this identical study session will be offered twice on September 14. Participants only need to attend one session. \n \n 
URL:https://socialrolevalorization.com/event/wounding-vs-trauma-a-comparative-discussion/
LOCATION:Virtual -USA\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Jo Massarelli":MAILTO:james.brunault@mrc.state.ma.us
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T140000
DTSTAMP:20260928T102018
CREATED:20260701T133816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T153944Z
UID:9126-1789462800-1790258400@socialrolevalorization.com
SUMMARY:Introduction to Social Role Valorization
DESCRIPTION:The Introduction to Social Role Valorization is an intensive workshop which presents the idea of assisting people with disabilities and other devalued conditions to have positive social roles as a productive and helpful response to wounding life experiences. Social Role Valorization is a comprehensive theory which provides insights as to why certain groups of people become devalued in society\, what life experiences are likely to befall people once they have become devalued in the eyes of others\, why valued social roles are a powerful response in combatting the negative life experiences\, and ten essential themes which can guide implementers in pursuing valued social roles by\, with\, and for those practitioners desire to serve. \nThis foundational material is essential to those wishing to serve others in meaningful ways\, and who are impassioned to make a difference in the lives of others. Many participants experience the learning within this event as the most helpful\, inspiring\, and clarifying body of knowledge they have been exposed to in their professional development\, and it assists in long-term understanding and focus on being of service to others in ways that matter. \nThe workshop includes pre-recorded as well as live presentations\, small and large group live reflection and discussion\, online forums and resource materials. Participants should be prepared for significant presentations. \nCourse Schedule: \nWeek 1 \nDay 1:  Tuesday\, September 15\, 2026:  9:00 am to 12:45 pm with additional individual assignment/work \nDay 2:  Wednesday\, September 16\, 2026:  9:00 am to 2:30 pm with additional assignment/work \nDay 3:  Thursday\, September 17\, 2026:  9:00 am to 2:30 pm \nWeek 2 \nDay 4:  Tuesday\, September 22\, 2026:  9:00 am to 12:30 pm with additional assignment/work \nDay 5:  Wednesday\, September 23\, 2026:  9:00 am to 2:30 pm \nDay 6:  Thursday\, September 24\, 2026:  9:00 am to 12:30 pm \n*This course will take place entirely online.  Participants must attend every session in order to receive credit for the workshop.* \nYou will receive a course syllabus in a confirmation email from the Keystone Institute. A manual will be mailed to you prior to the workshop. You will use the manual extensively throughout the workshop. \nRegistration and additional information at: KI Distance Introduction to SRV September 2026
URL:https://socialrolevalorization.com/event/introduction-to-social-role-valorization-4/
LOCATION:Virtual -USA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T160000
DTSTAMP:20260928T102018
CREATED:20260811T134932Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T135103Z
UID:9544-1791018000-1791043200@socialrolevalorization.com
SUMMARY:Addressing Social Devaluation: The Importance of Valued Social Roles
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will explore a way of understanding the lives of marginalized people. Social devaluation is presented as a crucial problem that can lead to many negative life experiences for devalued people. Participants will learn about the impact of such experiences and some ways to address social devaluation\, namely assisting marginalized people to gain socially valued roles.  \nThe concepts introduced in this workshop are part of Social Role Valorization (SRV)\, developed by Dr. Wolf Wolfensberger\, a prominent thinker and leader in human services. This short training can be thought of as a preliminary introduction to SRV theory.  \n \nFormat: This workshop is delivered via lecture\, questions\, and discussion. Come prepared to think about the devalued people you know\, their life experiences\, and the social roles they fill in life. The workshop material is presented sequentially and therefore\, full attendance at each session is required.  \n \nWho Should Attend? \nThe workshop is directed at anyone who is interested in bringing about change in the lives of devalued people\, including families\, human service workers and managers\, service users\, students\, advocates\, board members\, and others. \n \nQuestions? Contact Donna mathy37@live.com
URL:https://socialrolevalorization.com/event/addressing-social-devaluation-the-importance-of-valued-social-roles-4/
LOCATION:Durham Association for Family Resources and Support\, 850 King Street West\, Oshawa\, Ontario L1J\, Canada
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261022
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261023
DTSTAMP:20260928T102018
CREATED:20260926T181904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260926T183525Z
UID:9900-1792627200-1792713599@socialrolevalorization.com
SUMMARY:"Social Role Valorization and Governance: The Board's Critical Role in Sustaining SRV Principles and Embedding Them in Strategic Planning."
DESCRIPTION:Let’s talk about leadership and SRV- Join us for a presentation on the history of Community Living Welland Pelham’s journey with Social Role Valorization (SRV) with a focus on the Board of Director’s critical role in nurturing and sustaining its principles. A recent strategic planning process will also be reviewed\, demonstrating the agency’s resolve to infuse SRV principles throughout all stages of the planning process. Of course\, discussion on SRV and leadership will follow.
URL:https://socialrolevalorization.com/event/social-role-valorization-and-governance-the-boards-critical-role-in-sustaining-srv-principles-and-embedding-them-in-strategic-planning/
LOCATION:Online – n/a\, Ontario\, n/a\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Jo Massarelli":MAILTO:james.brunault@mrc.state.ma.us
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261026
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261030
DTSTAMP:20260928T102018
CREATED:20260811T135642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T140142Z
UID:9550-1792972800-1793318399@socialrolevalorization.com
SUMMARY:Social Role Valorization
DESCRIPTION:This workshop provides an introduction to Social Role Valorization (SRV) using the 10 core themes\, developed by Dr. W. Wolfensberger. Dr. Wolfensberger’s work helped lay the foundation for many current human service trends\, including integration\, safeguarding of rights\, and the deinstitutionalization movement. \nSRV is a systematic and universally applicable concept for structuring human services is anchored in the empiricism of psychology and sociology. SRV suggests a close relationship between the socially perceived value \nof the roles that people hold\, and whether people in those roles will be accorded opportunities and other good things of life. Bad things tend to get done to people who are seen in devalued roles\, and good things tend to be afforded to people in positively valued roles.  \nTopics to be explored will include the universality of social devaluation\, the defining power of roles in people’s lives\, strategies for pursuing socially valued roles\, or at least less devalued roles for devalued people with an aim toward improving their life conditions\, enhancing people’s social images\, and enhancing people’s competencies.
URL:https://socialrolevalorization.com/event/social-role-valorization-2/
LOCATION:Humber College Lakeshore Campus\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261026T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261030T170000
DTSTAMP:20260928T102018
CREATED:20260701T134202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T153756Z
UID:9128-1793001600-1793379600@socialrolevalorization.com
SUMMARY:Introduction to PASSING
DESCRIPTION:This five-day workshop is for those who are interested in deepening their knowledge about the principles of Social Role Valorization. This workshop involves learning to use the PASSING assessment tool\, which looks at the realities of Social Role Valorization in practice. It emphasizes the impact of services on the lives of the people being served and provides an opportunity to craft a vision of a good service and the foundation from which to design relevant and effective support\, service\, advocacy\, and assess service quality. \nThe work of PASSING is done in teams\, visiting a residential and a “day” service\, meeting the people being served\, and conducting interviews with service administrators. The workshop involves extensive personal reflection and analysis\, group conciliation\, and thought-provoking discussion. The week’s work is conducted under the guidance of an experienced team leader. \nPrior attendance at a three- or four-day Introduction to a full Social Role Valorization theory course\, either online or in-person\, is required to register for this event. \nThis workshop includes five days and four long nights.  Participants can check into the hotel on the afternoon of Sunday\, October 25\, 2026. \nRegistration and more information at: Introduction to PASSING 10/26/2026 to 10/30/2026
URL:https://socialrolevalorization.com/event/introduction-to-passing-3/
LOCATION:TBA – Lancaster\, Pennsylvania\, Lancaster\, PA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T171500
DTSTAMP:20260928T102018
CREATED:20260811T140058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T140058Z
UID:9553-1794304800-1794330900@socialrolevalorization.com
SUMMARY:SRV and Additional Perspectives that are Central to Good Service
DESCRIPTION:As Social Role Valorization (SRV) teaching and writing emphasizes\,  people who want to implement SRV must draw on beliefs\, values\, and  ideologies that go beyond SRV–that are much deeper than SRV. One  body of thought that is a rich source of ideas that can provide motive  and guidance for implementing SRV is called “Personalism”. It was  very influential to Dr. Wolf Wolfensberger\, who formulated SRV. This  workshop will explore the possible intersection of Personalism and  SRV in several areas. In each area\, we will look at what can be drawn  from SRV but also what goes beyond (and outside) the scope of SRV. This workshop is designed for people who have knowledge of SRV  through a one-day or longer workshop on SRV. \nPresenter: Susan Thomas is the long-time Training Coordinator at the Training  Institute for Human Service Planning\, Leadership\, and Change Agentry at Syracuse University. The Institute was  founded by the service leader and reformer Dr. Wolf Wolfensberger in 1973\, and headed by him until his death in 2011.  Ms. Thomas worked with him for almost all those years\, and is now carrying on much of his teaching. \n \nTopics: \n\n\nIntroduction \n\n\nBrief recapitulation of the major premises of SRV\, especially its empirical nature and the implications thereof\, and how and why Personalism can be useful in conjunction with it  \n\n\n Brief introduction to the philosophy of Personalism and its major themes or tenets  \n\n\nHow the themes of Personalism can be connected to or uphold the implementation of SRV \n\n\nHow to learn more about Personalism\, and conclusion  \n\n\n \nCost: $200 \nNote: upon registration you will be sent a confirmation email with  location\, parking\, transit\, lunch and additional workshop details.  Please ensure your email address is correct. \n \nIf you have questions\, or to request a subsidy contact:  Peg Jenner  pjenner31@gmail.com \n \nThis event is not hosted or sponsored by the Toronto Public Library. \n \nTo register –https://www.simpletix.com/e/srv-and-additional-perspectives-that-are-c-tickets-263113 \nor scan \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n 
URL:https://socialrolevalorization.com/event/srv-and-additional-perspectives-that-are-central-to-good-service/
LOCATION:Toronto Public Library\, Canada
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261119
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261120
DTSTAMP:20260928T102018
CREATED:20260926T181931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260926T182621Z
UID:9897-1795046400-1795132799@socialrolevalorization.com
SUMMARY:The Universals are in the Cards: How postcards of private\, religious\, and fraternal societies’ homes for orphans and the elderly demonstrate Wolfensberger’s universals
DESCRIPTION:Dr. Wolfensberger collected postcards as artifacts depicting various types of institutions\, human services and the imaging of societally esteemed people. They inform the viewer of trends in service provision\, and societal perceptions of people in need of assistance. The postcards also reveal certain aspects within the broader society\, and specifically within human services\, that prevail across time and space\, what Dr. Wolfensberger called universals.\nThis presentation focuses on the development of orphanages\, and homes for the aged as they replaced the almhouse for housing children and the elderly. Focusing on North America\, we examine postcards of private secular homes\, homes founded by religious organizations\, and those created by fraternal organizations. The postcards illustrate the development of several types of architectural approaches to housing: the multiple cottage scheme\, mixed designs\, and the independent village model.\nAcross these examples we will uncover the presence of several universals identified by Dr. Wolfensberger. As a result we will find faint reminders of the almhouse continuing within the replacement institutions.
URL:https://socialrolevalorization.com/event/the-universals-are-in-the-cards-how-postcards-of-private-religious-and-fraternal-societies-homes-for-orphans-and-the-elderly-demonstrate-wolfensbergers-universals/
LOCATION:Online – Toronto\, Ontario\, Toronto\, Canada
ORGANIZER;CN="Dr. Thomas Malcomson":MAILTO:eneuville@khs.org
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