Learn how you can make a difference for DD Awareness Month in this special edition of informDD!
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Advocacy Day Event Through Self-Advocates’ Own Voices
“If you want to be heard, speak up,” said self-advocate, Karen. “You’re your own advocate. Don’t be afraid.” Great advice from a self-described former wall-flower.
Karen was one of more than 10 advocates who spoke at Summit DD’s Advocacy Day event on March 3. The local advocacy event mirrored the State Advocacy Day that kicked off National Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month. Read More ›
informDD DD Awareness Month 2015
Celebrate DD Awareness Month in March by getting to know some of Summit County’s most accomplished residents who, with the right support, redefine what is possible—then ask yourself if you’re doing all you can to make your communities welcoming for all. Plus, see how you can become part of the change with exciting, community events during DD Awareness Month.
DD Awareness Month 2014 – A New Era of Inclusion
March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, or DD Awareness Month. It’s a time to celebrate inclusion in schools, workplaces and local communities. Communities are stronger when they include everyone. What does it take to create inclusive communities? It’s not hard, but it does take everyone. Read More ›