California Policy Center for Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

We value your feedback! Take our quick survey about our new website and help us improve. Your input matters!  https://lnkd.in/g5TEKPGF   #CPCIDD #Feedback #WebsiteLaunch #DisabilityAwareness #DisabilityRights #DisabilityInclusion

We're gearing up for #GivingTuesday! 🎉 GivingTuesday is a day that encourages people to do good and a worldwide movement that inspires hundreds of millions of people to give, collaborate, and celebrate generosity. Giving Tuesday this year lands on Tuesday, December 3 – mark your calendars! Join us in making a difference for the IDD community. Stay tuned for inspiring stories and ways you can help. #CPCIDD #DisabilityAwareness #GivingTuesday

John Decker, Community Services Director at Alta California Regional Center presented the following powerful and important video just now at the Supported Life Institute conference during his presentation on “Regional Center Efforts to Promote Housing Security” #AffordableHousing #AccessibleHousing #disabilityinclusion #disabilityawareness https://lnkd.in/gBrWHDry

“Diversity is inevitable now, so creating a culture of inclusion becomes the greater-and more crucial-challenge for all of us.” – Jonny C. Taylor Jr., SHRM-SCP https://lnkd.in/g5jKuNsb #NDEAM #DisabilityInclusion #DisabilityAwareness

🏡 The Importance of Affordable Housing for People with IDD 🏡 Accessible, affordable housing is a cornerstone for independence and community integration for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Our report on homelessness and housing highlights the critical need for housing solutions that support the IDD community. Read more and join us in educating the public about the need for inclusive housing policies. https://lnkd.in/gzeVNcQA  #HousingForAll #IDD #Inclusion #CommunityLiving #Nonprofit

We are excited to celebrate Deaf Awareness Month, International Week of the Deaf, and International Day of Sign Languages with the Virtual World Premiere of the ASL PIP Version of “Being Michelle” on Kinema! 🎥✨ Available on demand until October 4th. Don’t miss the pre-recorded panel discussion with the team! Watch the trailer here: https://lnkd.in/gK3W6TtA Tagging our partners in bringing Being Michelle to Sacramento for a special community screening: Alta California Regional Center, Association of Regional Center Agencies, California Community Living Network , Disability Rights California, Golden Gate Regional Center (GGRC), The San Diego Regional Center, State Council on Developmental Disabilities, Valley Mountain Regional Center

News Release from USDOL: "US Department of Labor announces framework to help employers promote inclusive hiring as AI-powered recruitment tools’ use grows Seeks to reduce risks of discrimination, yield benefits for disabled job seekers WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Labor today announced the publication of the AI & Inclusive Hiring Framework, a new tool designed to support the inclusive use of artificial intelligence in employers’ hiring technology and increase benefits to disabled job seekers. Published by the Partnership on Employment & Accessible Technology, the framework will help employers reduce the risks of creating unintentional forms of discrimination and barriers to accessibility as they implement AI hiring technology. Funded by the department’s Office of Disability Employment Policy, the initiative will also help workers and job seekers navigate the potential benefits and challenges they may face when encountering AI-enabled technologies." https://lnkd.in/gAefSmM6 #DisabilityInclusion #DisabilityRightsAreHumanRights #DisabilityRightsAreCivilRights #disabilityawareness

🌟 National Disability Voting Rights Week 🌟 DVRW is all about amplifying voices, raising awareness, and making sure our democracy is inclusive of every single voice. Your vote is your power—let’s make it count! 💪 Join us in celebrating the hard work of disabled organizers and allies across the country. Together, we can ensure that voting is accessible for ALL. 🔗 Check your voting status here: https://lnkd.in/dvzEbKt #DVRW2024 #DisabilityVote #CPCIDD #REVUP

🌟 Direct Support Professional Recognition Week 🌟 From September 8-14, we proudly celebrate the dedication and hard work of Direct Support Professionals (DSPs). These unsung heroes provide essential support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, making a profound impact every day. 💙 📢 We invite you to share your stories, photos, and messages of appreciation for the DSPs in your life. Let’s come together to recognize and honor their invaluable contributions. #DSPRW2024 #ThankYouDSPs #CPCIDD

🌟 Celebrate International Day of Charity with CPCIDD! 🌟 Today, we honor the spirit of giving and the positive impact it has on the IDD community. Your support helps us continue our mission to provide essential services and advocacy. 💼 Donate, like, share, or comment to show your support! #InternationalDayOfCharity #CPCIDD #SupportIDD #Nonprofit https://lnkd.in/gvgNaY_H