FACT Oregon offers a lot of knowledge around special education, early intervention, disability advocacy, and more. Join us to learn more about who we are, what we do, and how our knowledge and this podcast can be a support to you, no matter where you are in your journey and where you are in the U.S.
About the speakers:
Christy Reese is the Executive Director at FACT Oregon and provides leadership and direction to all aspects of FACT Oregon, overseeing strategic planning, operations, and partnerships with key stakeholders. Since joining FACT Oregon in 2007, she has been instrumental in expanding FACT’s reach across the state and region. Christy brings 20+ years of experience in finance, nonprofit administration, and human resources to her role, She is an Oregon Partners in Policymaking graduate and serves on several advisory committees and collaboratives to advance opportunities for families and disability equity. She is also a parent of a young adult with disabilities, which informs her commitment to this work.
Heather Olivier is the Deputy Director at FACT Oregon and leads FACT Oregon's program development, ensuring high-quality training and support services for families. She holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees in education and has dedicated her career to supporting welcoming practices in schools and communities. Heather is a Partners in Policymaking graduate, a parent of a young adult with autism, an aRPy Ambassador, and she serves on several statewide councils and initiatives, including Oregon’s State Advisory Council for Special Education and the Children’s Agenda Steering Committee.