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Emilia Poehlman wins Community Service Award
NH DHP Program Manager Emilia Poehlman receives Granite YMCA community service award. Learn More
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Expanding Access to Inclusive Research Ethics Training
Research Ethics for All training now available on CITI Program website
Syracuse University and the University of New Hampshire Institute on Disability’s Research Ethics for All program will now reach a broader national au... Learn More
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Tim Houle: Championing Inclusion Through Leadership and Action
The blog highlights ongoing disability inclusion challenges in New Hampshire, including poverty and employment gaps despite overall progress. It cente... Learn More
Four young siblings, two girls, two boys, pose for a family photo. They appear to be between the ages of 4 to 9. The boys are wearing nice jackets and ties, the girls are wearing dresses.
Ten Things Families Want You to Understand About Disability
Kathy Bates shares family wisdom on disability, highlighting support, independence, and inclusion in her latest From Where I Sit blog post. Learn More
Andrew Houtenville presents at a podium that says Research on Disability with a presentation on the screen behind him.
Andrew Houtenville Receives 2025 Distinguished Service Award from NARRTC
Andrew Houtenville receives NARRTC’s top honor for advancing disability research, data, and advocacy—celebrating a lifetime of impact and leadership. Learn More
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Ask Kathy: Live Proud
Supporting a sibling through an autism diagnosis journey? Kathy Bates offers heartfelt advice on acceptance, advocacy, and leading with love. Learn More
Carrie Duran and Tim Houle pose together in front of a University of New Hampshire backdrop. Carrie, on the left, is holding a bouquet of flowers wrapped in green tissue paper and clear plastic. She has long blonde hair and is wearing a dark blazer and patterned pants. Tim, on the right, standing beside her with his arm around her shoulder, is wearing a light blue button-down shirt and dark pants. Both appear happy and celebratory.
Recognizing Leadership, Advocacy, and Heart
Honoring Tim Houle and Carrie Duran
Two outstanding advocates—Tim Houle and Carrie Duran—were honored for their contributions to inclusion and equity in New Hampshire. Tim Houle recei... Learn More
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Call for Research Posters
Submit posters to the National Research Consortium on MH-IDD
The National Research Consortium on MH-IDD is calling for research posters as part of the 2025 Annual Meeting. Learn More
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New Survey Reveals NH Businesses Lagging in Lactation Support Ahead of 2025 Law
Over half of NH employers are missing a key piece of a new 2025 workplace law. Is yours? Learn More
A person in a power wheelchair is part of an audience watching a presentation on a stage. The presentation has powerpoint slides, CART, and ASL interpretation and the speaker has is using a mic. All of these are types of assistive technology in use.
Why Accessibility Matters: Celebrating Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD)
Accessibility is inclusion. This GAAD, the IOD highlights tech, policy, and community efforts to ensure everyone belongs—online and off. Learn More