Diversity, equity, and inclusion are not bad words. In fact, diversity, equity, and inclusion are life-changing for people who have historically been discriminated against, denied the accommodations they need to participate in public life, and left out of the decision-making process, even when the decisions being made directly affect their lives.
It’s a new year and you know what that means: resolutions! And lots of people discussing resolutions. And some people actually making and keeping resolutions.
But here’s the thing. Resolutions don’t have to be grand gestures. They don’t have to be about overhauling your life. In fact, sweeping resolutions tend to fail because it takes more than a change in the calendar to make something happen. It takes thoughtful consideration, realistic expectations, and planning.
As we stated in last month’s blog, while the policy decisions that elected officials make impact everyone’s lives, these decisions often directly affect people with disabilities who are more likely to be dependent on government systems for health care, social services, employment, and other needs.
According to The Center for American Progress, “With 1 in 4 people in the United States having a disability, politicians should be looking to this population to help determine what a future America looks like.”
As we stated in last month’s blog, while the policy decisions that elected officials make impact everyone’s lives, these decisions often directly affect people with disabilities who are more likely to be dependent on government systems for health care, social services, employment, and other needs.
According to The Center for American Progress, “With 1 in 4 people in the United States having a disability, politicians should be looking to this population to help determine what a future America looks like.”
When people in Michigan with disabilities or their families need help, there are a number of resources available to them from the State of Michigan. While state resources are invaluable, chances are that they will also turn to nonprofit or community organizations committed to removing barriers and expanding opportunities.
When people in Michigan with disabilities or their families need help, there are a number of resources available to them from the State of Michigan. While state resources are invaluable, chances are that they will also turn to nonprofit or community organizations committed to removing barriers and expanding opportunities.
When people in Michigan with disabilities or their families need help, there are a number of resources available to them from the State of Michigan. While state resources are invaluable, chances are that they will also turn to nonprofit or community organizations committed to removing barriers and expanding opportunities.
