INCIGHT

04/01/2026

Earlier today, INCIGHT’s Scott Hatley and Pia Gilgen enjoyed meeting the dedicated educators from Parkrose School District this morning where they presented a Disability Incights Workshop.

Thank you Parkrose School District for having us!

03/26/2026

Reminder, join us for our next job fair on April 8 at Warner Pacific University!! View the link below to RSVP. We hope you can join us!
https://www.jobsnow.org/events

Join us for our next job fair! Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting your career, exciting opportunities await.

Date: Wednesday, April 8
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Location: Warner Pacific University

At this job fair, you can:
• Meet and connect with local employers face-to-face
• Share your resume and stand out beyond online applications
• Strengthen your interviewing and job-search skills
• Build valuable professional connections

To register, visit the Linktree in our Instagram bio or click below:
https://www.jobsnow.org/events

03/25/2026

Reminder, join us for our next Get Ahead Event
Tuesday, March 31st, 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.

Curious about City of Portland jobs but not sure where to start? Join our interactive webinar! Whether you’re new to city jobs or just need a few pointers, you’ll leave feeling confident about the process and ready for your next steps.

In this session, our recruiters will walk you through:
* How to find jobs that match your skills and interests
* What makes a strong application
* What interviews are really like with the City
* Where to go when you need help or have questions

Loan Tran Polanco graduated from Portland State University in Advertising Management and completed a Post-Baccalaureate in Human Resources Management. She began her City of Portland career in 2016 as an intern and helped streamline NEOGOV processes, leading the Citywide launch of the Online Hiring Center as NEOGOV Administrator. She co-led the High School Outreach Program and currently serves as Focused Outreach Recruiter and Student Program Manager.

Amanda Hillebrecht is an SHRM‑CP certified HR professional who’s spent her career helping public‑sector teams hire thoughtfully and create fair, welcoming experiences for candidates and employees. She brings a practical, people‑first approach to recruitment and has eight years of hands‑on experience supporting organizations through clear, accessible hiring practices.

To register for this Get Ahead event please visit the Linktree in our Instagram bio, or below:
https://www.jobsnow.org/getaheadevents

03/24/2026

⛳️ Swing Into Impact with INCIGHT ⛳️

Step up to the tee and be part of unlocking potential.

Join us at for an unforgettable evening of connection, community, and purpose — all in support of INCIGHT’s mission to create pathways to education, employment, and independence for people with disabilities.

📍 Topgolf Hillsboro
📅 May 14, 2026
⏰ 6PM – 9PM

Whether you’re a seasoned golfer or just here for the fun, every swing helps drive real change.

👉 Grab your tickets today in the Linktree in our Instagram bio, or visit the link below:
https://event.auctria.com/893efda7-6ced-4aeb-af6b-8bd80260641c/

03/23/2026

Reminder, we are less than one month away until our scholarship deadline! 🎓

Dreaming of higher education? INCIGHT is here to support students with disabilities on their academic journey. Since 2004, INCIGHT has awarded 1,000+ scholarships, helping students access education, opportunity, and a future full of potential.

✨ Why apply?
• Scholarships for students with disabilities pursuing higher education
• Access to INCIGHT’s career readiness and life-after-school resources
• A community invested in your long-term success

🗓 Application Deadline: April 15, 2026
🔗 Learn more & apply: incight.org/scholarship

Tag a student, educator, or family member who should know about this opportunity 💛

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A person in a graduation gown raises a graduation cap in the air against a green background. Text reads “Scholarship Program” with details about INCIGHT’s scholarship for students with disabilities, the application deadline of April 15, 2026, and the INCIGHT logo.

03/20/2026

INCIGHT’s Director of Education, Pia Gilgen, and Communications Manager, JD Duran tabled during the recent 2026 Sherwood School District Transition Resource Fair. The fair offered a chance for families in the local area to network with various organizations offering transitions related resources that they may need. Thank you Sherwood School District for having us! 😊

03/18/2026

“I learned to read a syringe before I could read a book.” 💉📖

INCIGHT Scholar Bliss Louvar shares how living with Type 1 Diabetes trained her to treat data as instinct—a skill she now uses as an Earth and Environmental Science researcher at the University of Utah.

From managing 650 mg/dL blood sugar to crushing 26.2-mile marathons, Bliss is redefining what it means to lead with empathy and “badass” adaptability.

Read her full story at the Linktree in our Instagram bio, or below:
https://www.incight.org/post/bruised-scarred-and-badass-turning-an-invisible-disease-into-a-visible-strength

Image description:
Cover Photo of Bliss and Friend on Trail in Utah

03/17/2026

Join us for our next Get Ahead Event
Tuesday, March 31st, 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.

Curious about City of Portland jobs but not sure where to start? Join our interactive webinar! Whether you’re new to city jobs or just need a few pointers, you’ll leave feeling confident about the process and ready for your next steps.

In this session, our recruiters will walk you through:
* How to find jobs that match your skills and interests
* What makes a strong application
* What interviews are really like with the City
* Where to go when you need help or have questions

Loan Tran Polanco graduated from Portland State University in Advertising Management and completed a Post-Baccalaureate in Human Resources Management. She began her City of Portland career in 2016 as an intern and helped streamline NEOGOV processes, leading the Citywide launch of the Online Hiring Center as NEOGOV Administrator. She co-led the High School Outreach Program and currently serves as Focused Outreach Recruiter and Student Program Manager.

Amanda Hillebrecht is an SHRM‑CP certified HR professional who’s spent her career helping public‑sector teams hire thoughtfully and create fair, welcoming experiences for candidates and employees. She brings a practical, people‑first approach to recruitment and has eight years of hands‑on experience supporting organizations through clear, accessible hiring practices.

To register for this Get Ahead event please visit the Linktree in our Instagram bio, or below:
https://www.jobsnow.org/getaheadevents

03/13/2026

We’ve identified the ‘Averages Trap’ and the ‘Speedbumps’ in the code. Now, it’s time to talk about the Blueprints.

Text: In the final part of my series on Disability & AI, I’m exploring how we move from being ‘scraped’ data points to becoming the architects of our own digital future.

True innovation isn’t just about smarter algorithms—it’s about Digital Sovereignty. It’s about: 
🔹 Inclusive Data: Overwhelming the system with the ‘truth’ of our diverse voices and movements. 
🔹 Human-in-the-Loop: Ensuring lived experience is the final check on automated logic. 
🔹 Nothing About Us Without Us: Ensuring the disability community isn’t just a ‘user group,’ but has a seat at the proverbial “drafting table” for the digital landscape.

From Project Understood to The Voice Keeper, the tools for a more observant world are already being built. We just need to ensure the community holds the pen.

Read the conclusion to the series here in the Linktree in our instagram bio, or below:
https://www.incight.org/post/disability-ai-iii-building-a-better-digital-world

03/10/2026

Join us for our next job fair! Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting your career, exciting opportunities await.

Date: Wednesday, April 8
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
Location: Warner Pacific University

At this job fair, you can:
• Meet and connect with local employers face-to-face
• Share your resume and stand out beyond online applications
• Strengthen your interviewing and job-search skills
• Build valuable professional connections

To register, visit the Linktree in our Instagram bio or click below:
https://www.jobsnow.org/events

03/10/2026

Did you know that the Winter Paralympics is currently going on?

Oregon skiers Anna Soens (Bend), and Ravi Drugan (Eugene) are set to compete for Team USA in all five alpine ski events at the 2026 Paralympic Winter Games in Milan Cortina. Both athletes trained with Oregon Adaptive Sports. Additionally, 18-year-old Jack Berry (from Oregon is competing in Para Cross-Country Skiing. 

NBC, USA Network and CNBC will have live coverage of the Paralympic Games with live and on-demand streaming available on Peacock. NBC and Peacock will air prime-time highlight shows at 8 p.m. ET on March 14.

INCIGHT is cheering on these amazing athletes!

03/05/2026

JD and Pia from INCIGHT are down at the Oregon Statewide Transitions Conference in Eugene, Oregon (and Scott presenting virtually).

This conference is one way that Oregon Special Educators come together to prepare students with disabilities for independence regarding education and career pathways.

Thank you OSTC for having us down at the conference again this year! 😊🎓💼