Learn about today’s policy initiatives and resources to make a better world for people with disabilities & their families, at the local, state, & federal levels.
The Arc of the United States, AHRC New York City’s national partner for disability advocacy, held its first in-person National Convention since 2019.
Monika and Barbara’s story is one of many who individually and as a family unit are impacted by the lack of comprehensive sexuality education in the disability community.
AHRC NYC leadership, staff, & families joined with advocates from across the country to support disability rights as part of the 2022 Disability Policy Seminar in Washington D.C
Marco Damiani, CEO of AHRC NYC, and other NYC IDD services Leaders participated in a roundtable discussion with NYC Mayoral Candidate and Brooklyn Borough President Eric Adams.
Navigating the breadth of disability services, especially in the school system, can be overwhelming for any parent or guardian. Kate Hoy, AHRC NYC’s Director of Advocacy Services, knows this fact well and has dedicated her career to helping families find the quality supports to which they are legally entitled.
In September, people with disabilities and their families visited the hallowed grounds of Willowbrook to call on Governor Andrew Cuomo and New York State lawmakers to stave off cuts to service providers and I/DD services.
Matthew Estep, AHRC NYC's Self-Advocacy Advisor supports people in sharing their passions and interests, on a personal level, and at the state level.
Self-advocates receiving services through AHRC NYC traveled to Albany to meet with their legislators, to discuss their opinions and to affect change.
The 2016 Self-Advocacy Association of New York State Self-Advocacy Conference was the high point in a year of amazing self-advocacy.
Paul Scherzinger is speaking up about transportation issues for people with mobility impairments. He would like to create an accessible rating system to be used by people with disabilities as they travel throughout New York City.
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