June is Pride Month! So we’re talking about Pride Month and IDD. This is a special time to celebrate people in the LGBTQ+ community. LGBTQ+ stands for people who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, or have other identities. Everyone should be proud of who they are. Visibility Is Important Visibility means being seen and […]
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Trans Day of Visibility: Spotlight on Pauline Bosma
March 31 is Trans Day of Visibility. We celebrate transgender people. We shine a light on their stories. We recognize the challenges they face and cheer for their success. We pledge to fight for a more inclusive world. Pauline Bosma started the Rainbow Groups. These are support groups for LGBTQ+ people who also have intellectual […]
Celebrate Black History Month with a Special Playlist
February is Black History Month! We celebrate Black leaders, history, and culture. We also honor Black self-advocates. They work hard to make the world better. They fight against the struggles of being Black and having a disability. They speak up for their rights and help others learn about self-advocacy. They show that everyone’s voice matters. […]