This document captures the essence of the Diversity Gathering held in Toronto, Canada, from August 14-16, 1993. It serves as a heartfelt exploration of inclusion, diversity, and community-building, featuring unedited session notes, participant reflections, and actionable ideas. The gathering brought together advocates, educators, families, and individuals from diverse backgrounds to discuss topics like inclusive […]
The Community Living Paper explores the journey of integrating people with developmental disabilities into Ohio’s communities, highlighting past efforts, current challenges, and future possibilities. It reflects on the determination of families in the 1950s and 60s to create inclusive supports when none existed, emphasizing the importance of community collaboration. The document paints vivid […]
This document explores the transformative power of inclusion in education through two innovative strategies: MAPS (Making Action Plans) and Circles of Friends. Written by Marsha Forest and Jack Pearpoint, it highlights the importance of integrating students with diverse needs into regular classrooms, emphasizing that segregation is harmful and outdated. The authors argue that […]
Discover the Power of Person-Centered Learning: A 15-Week Journey This guide invites you on a transformative 15-week learning journey focused on person-centered practices, citizenship, and community inclusion. Rooted in empathy and collaboration, the course encourages participants to deepen their understanding of supporting individuals with disabilities in meaningful ways. You’ll engage with rich […]
Discover the Learning Partner Guide: A Journey to Inclusion and Citizenship Welcome to a transformative 15-week learning journey designed to deepen your understanding of person-centered practices, citizenship, and community inclusion. This guide is your roadmap to creating meaningful partnerships and fostering authentic connections with individuals living with disabilities. You’ll explore the principles […]
, “Dissent from Consensus,” offers a thoughtful critique of the National Quality Forum’s (NQF) Interim Report on Person-Centered Planning & Practice. Authored by seasoned advocates and practitioners in the field of developmental disabilities, it challenges the report’s approach to defining and implementing person-centered planning. The authors argue that the report’s framework leans too […]
khis field guide, created by the Northeast Arc Transition Collaborative, is a practical resource for educators, service providers, and families aiming to support youth with disabilities in their transition from school to adult life. It emphasizes person-centered planning, a student-driven approach that focuses on individual strengths, interests, and goals. The guide shares insights […]
Making Meetings Matter Discover how to transform dull, unproductive meetings into engaging, creative, and impactful events with Making Meetings Matter by Marsha Forest and Jack Pearpoint. This guide dives into practical strategies to design meetings, workshops, and training sessions that energize participants and foster collaboration. Research shows that involving people in the process […]
This document, Two Roads: Exclusion or Inclusion? by Marsha Forest and Jack Pearpoint, explores the critical choice society faces in education and community building: the path of exclusion or inclusion. It advocates for inclusive schools and communities that embrace diversity, collaboration, and shared responsibility. The authors argue that exclusion, driven by fear, […]
Discover the transformative power of MAPS (Making Action Plans), a collaborative and inclusive planning tool designed to help students, families, and educators create meaningful futures. Rooted in the philosophy that everyone belongs, MAPS fosters inclusion by building friendship networks and addressing the unique needs of students, particularly those with special needs. This document […]
