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For people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

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We are elated to introduce you to our SpArc Tank Ig-Nite judges! Tomorrow, these judges will make grant funding decisions, with the help of our live audience, on 4 projects enhancing the lives of people with IDD around MD. Stay tuned as the projects "ignite" around the state!

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The Montgomery County Police Department Autism/IDD Unit, in collaboration with @Path_For_Autism, is hosting a Meet & Greet on 11/26 to provide resources on Wandering Safety. Unit officers will be available to answer questions and provide resource materials. Consider stopping by!

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Do you know a high schooler with an artistic talent & passion for inclusion? They can teach others about inclusion with our Together We're Better Coloring Book Drawing Contest! Their drawing could be featured in a coloring book & win prizes! Get started at thearcmd.org/programs/twb/h…

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Join the Developmental Disabilities Administration for a Community Meeting this Thursday, 11/14 from 2:30 to 3:30 PM! Submit questions/feedback to the DDA and get the meeting link at docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAI…

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What do your elementary and middle schoolers know about inclusion? They can show us by participating in our 2024-25 "Together We're Better" Artwork Contest for the chance to receive prizes for themselves and their schools! Get started at thearcmd.org/programs/twb/a…

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Educate our future on the importance of inclusion with our Together We're Better Diversity Celebration Toolkit, designed for educators & parents & aligned with the MD State Curriculum Indicators to celebrate inclusive schools! Visit thearcmd.org/wp-content/upl…

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Today is the day: Election Day! One of the most important days for you to speak your mind is Election Day. Exercise your right to vote today to shape decisions that affect you, your friends, and your family. Find your polling location now at voterservices.elections.maryland.gov/PollingPlaceSe…

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4 finalists have moved on to the final round of our SpArc Tank RFP: @TheArcBaltimore, @PennMarHS, @msb1853, & Innovability Solutions at Poolesville HS! We are excited to hear about their innovative projects at SpArc Tank Ig-Nite on 11/21. Get tix at Ig-Nite-24.eventbrite.com

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As people with developmental disabilities struggle to find and keep Direct Support Professionals, we participated in @MdDDCouncil's Think Tank to develop recommendations to the MD Dept of Health to address workforce shortages. Check out recommendations at md-council.org/wp-content/upl…

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Empower your voice with the Maryland Disabilities Forum (MDF)! Maryland Senate Candidates Angela Alsobrooks and Larry Hogan joined us virtually last month to share their views on disability issues. Check out the event recording before election day at youtube.com/live/txXcLp7d4…

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Let's hear it for Ande! Today, at @TheArcUS's National Convention, she received The Arc National Council of Executives: Executive Excellence Award for her distinguished professional career achievements!

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The countdown is on! Are you ready? With Election Day on Tuesday, November 5th, we invite you to make plans to vote in Maryland. Use our Easy-to-Read Voting Guide to get informed and find your polling location! Get it at thearcmd.org/md-vote/

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Thank you to the amazing sponsors of SpArc Tank Ig-Nite! Their support strengthens & supports innovative projects that improve the lives of people with IDD. Join us on 11/21 to celebrate & learn about the projects! Get tix & sponsor opportunities at thearcmd.org/sparc-tank/ig-…

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Empowering Partners self-advocacy groups around Maryland are making positive changes in their communities, and they need you! People with intellectual and developmental disabilities are invited to join their local self-advocacy group! Find yours at thearcmd.org/empowering-par…

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Board Member Adrian & Executive Director Ande worked to ensure voters with Down syndrome were ready for the election! Participants learned about the power of their voice, voting rights, and accommodations at the polls as they put together a plan to vote.

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Join PDA (Pathological Demand Avoidance/Persistent Drive for Autonomy) North America in College Park on 11/1 for a workshop on "Understanding The PDA Profile of Autism." Learn about "PDA" & how to support people on the autism spectrum. zeffy.com/en-US/ticketin…

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Thank you to Catholic Charities of Maryland's Esperanza Center, who joined us yesterday at the Maryland Coalition of Spanish-Speaking Parents of Children and Adults with IDD to share information on their resource center and services!

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Out of an overwhelmingly strong response to our SpArc Tank RFP, 4 innovative projects were selected to move to the 2nd round: giving live pitches of their projects at SpArc Tank Ig-Nite! Join us on 11/21 & vote for your favorites to fund! Get tix at Ig-Nite-24.eventbrite.com


Maryland's Partners in Policymaking® kick-off retreat is in the books! This class of advocates with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) & family members of children & adults with IDD are sharpening advocacy skills & creating positive change for people with IDD!

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Join us live on YouTube today at 12 for the Maryland Senate Candidate Forum! This event will feature candidates Angela Alsobrooks & Larry Hogan, who will discuss their views on disability issues & impacts of policy. It will be live on our channel at youtube.com/@thearcmd

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