Join ACT's 2nd Annual Disability Pride Festival on July 18, 2024! Celebrate disability culture & community at this free, family-friendly event. Everyone welcome! Let's make disability pride visible and build an inclusive MN.
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“The breadth of disability, like the breadth of LGBTQ experience, should be part of our recognition of our LGBTQ history and who made that history.” https://t.co/VgIrkX1xFY
#BreakingNews: In anticipation of #DisabilityPrideMonth, disability organizations and advocates launched #StopSpecial, a campaign calling for an end to the word “special” to describe people with disabilities. Learn more at https://t.co/oEFuF39GPk
One of the most important laws of my presidency was making Juneteenth the first new federal holiday since Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
Ms. Opal Lee is the grandmother of the movement that helped make it possible.
She made it her mission to make history, not erase it.
It’s one week to go until #LearningDisabilityWeek. The theme this year is ‘Do you see me?’
'Do you see me?' is about people with a learning disability being seen, heard and valued.
📣 Share your story!
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People with disabilities continue to face accessibility barriers every single day that block participation. But they shouldn’t have to. Check out our latest campaign featuring Tara Llanes. https://t.co/MyXnM8nMGg Let’s create a world for #EveryoneEverywhere
Kayla McKeon, NDSS Manager of Grassroots Advocacy, was awarded her honorary doctorate from her alma mater, @OnondagaCC, this weekend! We're so proud of the advocacy and awareness work she's done for the Down syndrome community. Congratulations, Kayla! 🎓 https://t.co/P1kOGj55VJ
Each year, we celebrate 500+ individuals with Down syndrome with a video presentation in the heart of Times Square to kick off our New York City Buddy Walk®. 🏙️ The deadline to submit a photo is Tuesday, June 4th at 11 PM ET! Submit yours at https://t.co/dCOLnSngqA.
Language holds immense power.
At OP, we embrace inclusive language to break down barriers. Watch @grace_strobel video on the harm of using the "R" word and the importance of speaking out. Let's create a world where everyone thrives!
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Today, we honor the life and legacy of Malcolm X, a relentless advocate for Black rights and equality.
As we continue to be inspired by the path Malcolm X blazed, let us never give up on fostering a world where everyone's voices are heard and valued.
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May is #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth!
At OP, we recognize the importance of supporting the whole person, including their mental health.💚
Learn more about the mental health resources available near you: https://t.co/MesNYEa8BU.
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Who guessed correctly?🏡
OP has 34 Direct Support Professionals (DSP) on our Residential Services team! DSPs empower individuals to live in their homes and participate in their communities.
Apply to be a DSP today https://t.co/FzxOtFJiJT
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Get to know our Residential Services team!
How many Direct Support Professionals (DSP) does OP employs to assist the individuals who receive our Residential Services?🏡
Comment your guess below and let's see who knows our team best! 👇
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OP recently welcomed master gardeners to our Bren Rd location to share their expertise in planting, growing, and nurturing seeds.🌱
Everyone had the chance to plant their own seeds, which will soon flourish in the Hopkins Community Garden!🌷Stay tuned!
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Happy Vesak to all who celebrate!
May this sacred day bring you peace, wisdom, and happiness as you celebrate the birth, enlightenment, and passing of Buddha.
Let's embrace compassion and kindness today and every day!💮✨
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