Advocacy Archives - ALSO https://alsoweb.org/category/advocacy/ Developmental Disabilities Advocates Thu, 24 Apr 2025 16:04:05 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.1 https://alsoweb.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/ALSO-Logo-Lockup-1440px.png Advocacy Archives - ALSO https://alsoweb.org/category/advocacy/ 32 32 The Power of Volunteers in Disability Advocacy https://alsoweb.org/nonprofit-blog/the-power-of-volunteers-in-disability-advocacy/ Thu, 24 Apr 2025 16:04:05 +0000 https://alsoweb.org/?p=5104 The Power of Volunteers in Disability Advocacy “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world: indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.” Margaret Mead, Anthropologist and Humanitarian Great change in our society is made by everyday people. Perhaps

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]]> Unpacking Ableism in Women’s Movements: Building Inclusive Advocacy https://alsoweb.org/nonprofit-blog/unpacking-ableism-in-womens-movements-building-inclusive-advocacy/ Mon, 07 Apr 2025 15:51:32 +0000 https://alsoweb.org/?p=5097 Unpacking Ableism in Women’s Movements: Building Inclusive Advocacy The women’s rights movement has been responsible for many sweeping changes and better equality for women and girls. A main assertion of the feminist movement is that women’s rights also mean total gender equality – benefiting those

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]]> Building Awareness: Why Developmental Disabilities Advocacy Matters in 2025 https://alsoweb.org/nonprofit-blog/building-awareness-why-developmental-disabilities-advocacy-matters-in-2025/ Mon, 07 Apr 2025 15:40:55 +0000 https://alsoweb.org/?p=5096 Building Awareness: Why Developmental Disabilities Advocacy Matters in 2025 As we celebrated National Developmental Disability Awareness Month (DDAM) in March 2025, we took stock of how far we’ve come in promoting full inclusion, equal opportunities, and other rights of people with DD. The theme of

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]]> Celebrating Black Leaders with Disabilities Who Changed History https://alsoweb.org/nonprofit-blog/celebrating-black-leaders-with-disabilities-who-changed-history/ Wed, 26 Feb 2025 17:46:46 +0000 https://alsoweb.org/?p=5082 Celebrating Black Leaders with Disabilities Who Changed History February is Black History Month. We commemorate this very important celebration in February because it coincides with the birthdays of two famous figures in the abolitionist movement: Abraham Lincoln, who signed the Emancipation Proclamation; and Frederick Douglass,

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]]> Accessible Recreation: Finding Activities and Sports for People with Disabilities https://alsoweb.org/nonprofit-blog/accessible-recreation-finding-activities-and-sports-for-people-with-disabilities/ Wed, 12 Feb 2025 17:30:15 +0000 https://alsoweb.org/?p=5073 Accessible Recreation: Finding Activities and Sports for People with Disabilities One thing that all humans have in common is that we treasure our leisure time, where we can mosey along our favorite nature trail, go bowling with our pals, or create something beautiful at the

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]]> Innovative Assistive Technologies: Enhancing Independence for People with Disabilities https://alsoweb.org/nonprofit-blog/innovative-assistive-technologies-enhancing-independence-for-people-with-disabilities/ Wed, 05 Feb 2025 21:58:25 +0000 https://alsoweb.org/?p=5071 Innovative Assistive Technologies: Enhancing Independence for People with Disabilities It’s safe to say that most of us use some kind of assistive technology (AT) daily. Remote control devices make it easier to turn on the television. Cell phones navigate us to the library. Even a

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]]> Financial Planning for Families of Individuals with Disabilities https://alsoweb.org/nonprofit-blog/financial-planning-for-families-of-individuals-with-disabilities/ Tue, 07 Jan 2025 21:37:36 +0000 https://alsoweb.org/?p=5066 Financial Planning for Families of Individuals with Disabilities If you’re a loved one of someone with a disability, you know the importance of long-term financial planning that allows them to afford the many resources they need to live their lives in comfort, safety, and health.

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]]> Building a Support Network: How to Create a Strong Community for Individuals with Disabilities https://alsoweb.org/nonprofit-blog/building-a-support-network-how-to-create-a-strong-community-for-individuals-with-disabilities/ Mon, 23 Dec 2024 19:53:19 +0000 https://alsoweb.org/?p=5063 Building a Support Network: How to Create a Strong Community for Individuals with Disabilities Are you living with a disability? Do you have a friend or loved one with a disability? If so, you know how important it is to live in a community that

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]]> The Impact of Inclusive Housing and Community Integration https://alsoweb.org/nonprofit-blog/the-impact-of-inclusive-housing-and-community-integration/ Thu, 05 Dec 2024 16:00:38 +0000 https://alsoweb.org/?p=5055 The Impact of Inclusive Housing and Community Integration We can’t imagine our lives without our home. Sure, maybe we get tired of trying to keep it clean, and we get frustrated when neighbors get noisy. But our home is easily a part of our identity.

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]]> The Role of Caregivers: Supporting Loved Ones with Disabilities https://alsoweb.org/nonprofit-blog/the-role-of-caregivers-supporting-loved-ones-with-disabilities/ Tue, 26 Nov 2024 21:35:59 +0000 https://alsoweb.org/?p=5050 The Role of Caregivers: Supporting Loved Ones with Disabilities Do you have a loved one with an intellectual or developmental disability? If so, you could be one of their many caregivers. Whether you’re a family member, friend, or a favorite teacher, you know the importance

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