Archive for July 2022
Celebrating Independence the Inclusive Way
National Disability Independence Day is July 26th Summer is studded with celebrations of freedom: Juneteenth, July 4th, Pride, and of course – National Disability Independence Day. What is National Disability Independence Day? When & Why We Celebrate National Disability Independence Day is celebrated on July 26th. It commemorates the passage of the Americans with Disabilities…
Read MoreDisability Pride Month KIT Spotlight – Shonna Riggs, Inclusion Support Specialist
July is Disability Pride Month and commemorates the passing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in July 1990. It is a time to honor those with disabilities and reject the shame and ableism many have experienced. It’s a time to celebrate each person’s uniqueness and to encourage those with disabilities to show up, just…
Read More10 Inclusive Summer Activities You’ll Want to Do Right Away
When spring starts to wane, many of us get super excited for summer. We whip up a laundry list of things we want to do to make the most of the season. Then we get about one month in and… now what? Planning out intentionally-inclusive activities for the summer takes more than just creative thinking.…
Read MoreHow to Take Care of Yourself This Summer as a Caregiver or Program Staffer
We are officially deep into the heat of summer! The chaotic schedule of summer camps and programming that keep kids busy all season long is also keeping you moving at a rapid-fire pace. As you take care of all those kiddos, who is taking care of you? Self-care is more than just a buzzword. It’s…
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