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Your Contribution Doubled: Support Disability Justice Today! Vannet's resilience in the face of discrimination has inspired a movement for disability justice in Cambodia. 'I wanted to drop out of school because of the discrimination,' Vannet, advocate for women with disabilities in Cambodia recalled. Instead, she chose to lead and now helps women overcome similar barriers. Today, Vannet leads impactful initiatives designed to educate and support women, empowering them to fight discrimination and assert their independence. Through our #UnlockIndependence Appeal, you have the unique opportunity to support Vannet’s leadership. Every donation made during this appeal, up to £11,000, will be directly doubled by a generous group of donors. Join us in backing Vannet’s mission to foster disability justice in Cambodia. Your commitment is not just a donation—it's an investment in sustainable, community-led change. Donate today and see your impact doubled. Let's drive meaningful and lasting change together. Act now: https://lnkd.in/ddXvYgRD

Slide ➡️ to learn the history and importance of #DisabilityPrideMonth. It's of utmost importance to create #awareness and draw attention to the ongoing fight for disability rights and the need for better accessibility. Find and support charities that improve the lives of people with disabilities under the "Nonprofits in Your Community" section on neddie.co.

There's another Independence Day that we celebrate: July 26th. Thirty-four years ago, a second Independence Day was established on July 26. National Disability Independence Day celebrates the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), which expands the rights and prohibits discrimination of the disabled community. Even with the passing of the ADA, many people with disabilities still experience tremendous barriers to employment. Enter Goodwill. At Goodwill of Greater Washington, more than 250 team members have a disability. They are provided competitive wages, access to health and retirement benefits, a Caring Fund to address emergency needs, as well as RISE Coaches to help them navigate resources and systems to remove barriers to achieving success at work and beyond! In honor of National Disability Independence Day, please support Goodwill’s life-changing programs by making a one-time or recurring donation. This will give more neighbors with disabilities the freedom and independence to improve their lives. Make a difference: https://lnkd.in/eMuCPduJ #ADA #Goodwill #DCGoodwill #Community #Impact #Local #Nonprofit #GiveBack #GivingBack #WorkforceDevelopment

The underemployment rate for young adults with disabilities is about 80%. These adults are so limited in the opportunities that are afforded to them, yet they have so much to offer the world if they are given a chance. The opportunity to work and earn a paycheck affords disabled adults the independence and feeling of accomplishment that we all crave. That's why bringing awareness to Disability Employment Awareness Month is so important in October, and all year round. We need to create a more inclusive and accessible world where disabled adults are given the chance to contribute. Where they can be seen, heard, and valued. And where they can participate in society, just like their non-disabled peers. Our mission as a nonprofit is to provide adults with disabilities meaningful, paid employment, and we know there are so many businesses and organizations out there doing similar work. This month, please support organizations like ours and help spread the word about why creating an inclusive workforce matters. If you're compelled to make a difference with us this month, we are grateful for donations of any amount that help further our mission. Thank you for championing inclusivity! https://lnkd.in/gFUcipJy #disabilityemployment #workplaceinclusion #supportnonprofits #inclusivitymatters #nonprofitorg

Despite the challenges that lie before our community, people with Down’s syndrome continue to show great capacity to thrive. Quality and quantity of lives have been steadily increasing due to improvements in education and healthcare. More can be done, but we do need your help and support to achieve our goals. To help us focus further research on areas that will benefit people with Trisomy 21, please consider making a donation at: Downs Syndrome Research Foundation Limited - Donate now https://lnkd.in/gcs5uxpj “Celebrated on 3 December around the world, IDPD mobilizes support for critical issues relating to the inclusion of persons with disabilities, promotes awareness-raising about disability issues and draws attention to the benefits of an inclusive and accessible society for all.” International Day of Persons with Disabilities #DSRFUK #DownSyndromeResearchFoundationUK #IDPWD #InternationalDayOfPersonsWithDisabilities #DisabilityInclusion #InclusionMatters #EqualAccess #AbilityNotDisability #RightsForAll #InclusionRevolution #NothingAboutUsWithoutUs #DiversityAndInclusion #DisabilityAwareness #DownSyndromeResearch #DownSyndromeAwareness #SupportDownSyndrome #InclusiveResearch #InnovationForInclusion #TogetherForDS #AdvancingDSResearch

This year's theme, 'Amplifying the leadership of persons with disabilities for an inclusive and sustainable future,' underscores the critical need to empower people with disabilities, enabling them to take on leadership roles in the health sector and beyond. Make a Pledge 1.Donate to Disability Charities. 2.Strengthen Your Discrimination Policies. 3.Improve Accessibility e.g., Wheelchair Ramps. 4.Assess Your Employees' Diversity. 5.Make a Public Statement of Support. One example is “Know me for my abilities, not my disability.” – Robert M. Hensel. The purpose of these quotes is to promote awareness, equality, and empowerment for professionals with physical or mental conditions. #DisabilityTooWhite. #GetYourBellyOut. ... #CripTheVote. ... #TheBarriersWeFace. ... #AbleismExists. ... #DisaBodyPosi. ... #ShowMeYourPump. ... #ActuallyAutistic. #InnotatzITsolutions

To kick off Learning Disability Week 2024, Sam Michael Wood and I made a short video for Friends 2 Friends, a local charity in Lichfield and Burton in Staffordshire that supports people with learning disabilities. This year's theme, "Do you see me?" focuses on being seen, heard, and valued. We spoke with the members to learn more about what this means to them. Please share this video to help spread awareness 🎥🎬 #LearningDisabilityWeek #learningdisabilities #learningdisability #learningdisabilityawareness #learningdisabilitiesawareness

At the National Center for Learning Disabilities (NCLD), we’re committed to breaking down the systemic barriers that individuals with learning disabilities face every day. But we need your help to continue this vital work. This GivingTuesday, you can be part of something bigger by supporting our efforts to: 1) Shape equitable policies that bring real, lasting change 2) Advance research and understanding to spark innovative solutions 3) Build coalitions of champions to lift up the voices of the neurodivergent community 4) Dismantle stigma and create more access and opportunity for all Whether you donate, raise awareness, or simply share our mission, your contribution will help create a future where everyone has the chance to thrive. https://ncld.co/4g1IXbF #GivingTuesday #Equity #Inclusion #LD #Neurodiversity

Today is International Day of People with Disabilities (IDPD) and Giving Tuesday, doubling the ways you can create greater inclusion for people with disabilities. If you've been wondering how to be more inclusive and accessible in your work and in your community, consider taking a free online disability awareness course from a leading accessibility organization, or disability non-profit, and donating money to their foundations to improve the lives of people with disabilities in your area. If you're new to disability inclusion, DM me for recommendations that are relevant to your field of work or interests. Have recommendations to make? Post them in my comments.

Notion Seeking Reorientation It is a wrong notion to believe that some people are born with disabilities. We judge these people because we feel there is something not right about them and therefore refer to them as people with disabilities. Truth be told, we all have disabilities. Having a speech impediment, bodily dysfunction, or mental challenges does not mean you are incomplete. If only we understood that our bad attitudes and inability to relate to others properly are also forms of disability. Gossiping, stealing, and inability to make or keep friends and more are also disabilities. Now, If the world around you can accept you with these disabilities by creating an all-inclusive community that accommodates all these aspects of you, then there is no reason for you to find it difficult to offer that same inclusive environment to those you consider disabled. Remember, they are not animals; they are humans like you and me. It is high time we learn to see people for who they are and not who they are not. Creating a home that allows for inclusivity is not just one person's responsibility; it is a collective responsibility. In line with this, I want to join my voice with that of the Ubon Humanitarian Foundation as they launch their project titled: 'We are This-Abled'. Hence, l invite you to please support our "We are This-Abled Project," which aims to build capacity among young people living with disabilities, equipping them with entrepreneurship skills for a more inclusive society. Support us by donating at👇🏾 https://lnkd.in/da9wXSx3. Use the above link for donation. #Bethelight #Thelightbearer #WeareThisAbled #Capacitybuilding #Eleniyan