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💡 Are you passionate about supporting students with disabilities in higher education and beyond? Download the "Bridging the Gap Disability Services Career Services Playbook," co-authored with John Robinson from Our Ability! Learn how you can make a difference: https://hubs.ly/Q02tXyyc0

People with developmental disabilities have the right to learn about and access affordable housing with appropriate supports and be able to choose the community where they want to live. Learn more about the how the CDD and New York Alliance for Inclusion and Innovation are supporting people with disabilities who would like to live in non-certified housing. Watch the story here: https://lnkd.in/eq4qSjJg

Disability inclusion is an essential condition to upholding human rights, sustainable development, and peace and security. The commitment to realizing the rights of persons with disabilities is not only a matter of justice; it is an investment in a common future. According to the United Nations, those with disabilities are less likely to access health care, education, employment and to participate in the community than those without a disability. An integrated approach is required to ensure that persons with disabilities are not left behind. Learn more about advocating for those with disabilities by visiting https://ow.ly/FULr50QbnlJ.

Disability inclusion is an essential condition to upholding human rights, sustainable development, and peace and security. The commitment to realizing the rights of persons with disabilities is not only a matter of justice; it is an investment in a common future. According to the United Nations, those with disabilities are less likely to access health care, education, employment and to participate in the community than those without a disability. An integrated approach is required to ensure that persons with disabilities are not left behind. Learn more about advocating for those with disabilities by visiting https://ow.ly/58Vj50QbnlK.

Supported Independent Living (SIL) plays a vital role in empowering individuals with disabilities to live independently while receiving the support they need. From fostering independence to promoting community inclusion, SIL opens doors to a world of opportunities.  At Our PACC we're passionate about supporting our participants in every possible way, and SIL is a cornerstone of our commitment to their well-being 🩷 This article discusses the invaluable advantages SIL provides to individuals with disabilities, empowering them to lead fulfilling lives with the right support. https://lnkd.in/d2xwCYiB

Accountability and active listening are the ticket! Topics of discussion include reps for seniors in every Ward office, finalizing a senior tenants' bill of rights, creating a Chicago department on aging (you read that right: there is none), consolidating and expanding all interior and exterior home repair services, establishing local grocery stores and health clinics on the south and west sides, and more!

July is Disability Pride Month! On July 26, 1990, President George H. W. Bush signed the Americans with Disabilities Act into law. Today, according to the ADA National Network, there are 54 million Americans living with a disability. Every July, we recognize Disability Pride Month by raising awareness, normalizing disability, reclaiming public visibility, and rejecting ableism. Learn more: https://hubs.la/Q02DSmnY0

🌟 Celebrate Disability Pride Month with us! 🌟 At BISM, our mission is to support the blind community by providing stable and rewarding career opportunities, innovative rehabilitation programs, economic and personal independence, and appropriate resources for training and education. We believe that disability is not a sign of inability or weakness; it's a unique strength. Join us in recognizing and honoring the incredible achievements and resilience of individuals with disabilities. Together, we can create a more inclusive and empowering world. (Image Description: Light Blue border with dark blue text: "Disability is not a sign of inability or weakness; it's a unique strength." Photo of a group of STAR students.)

This is an important new book by my dear friends Faye Ginsburg and Rayna Rapp, reflecting their deep, personal understanding of the challenges facing people with disabilities and their families. https://lnkd.in/ebz-CGwp

Disability Pride Month originated in the United States to commemorate the passing of the July 1990 Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Today, it’s a global event that celebrates people with disabilities, their cultures, and their contributions—aiming to shift perceptions, end stigma, and affirm disability as natural human diversity. This month and always, let’s keep in mind: "Words are powerful." Scroll to learn a few points from the ADA National Network on how to write and speak about people with disabilities: