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a flyer that says "Calling all artists! Submit your art for the 2027 IOD Calendar. Submission deadline, July 19. With an image of several copies of the 2026 calendar spread out. On the cover is a young black man with his head tilted back, eyes closed, and beautiful swirls of color coming out of his mind.
Share your art in the IOD Calendar
The IOD is happy to invite artists of all experience levels to submit artwork for the 2027 edition. Learn More
little wooden stick figure cutouts of people of different colors and abilities
It Began with Mrs. Scott, Advocacy, and PL94-142
Kathy Bates shares her early education experience and reflects on ongoing challenges, despite increased rights and opportunities. Learn More
Disability rights are civil rights
Disability Rights are Human Rights... not Special Rights
Kathy Bates examines barriers to mental health care for people with IDD in New Hampshire and calls for equitable support. Learn More
Emilia smiles as she holds her award
Emilia Poehlman wins Community Service Award
NH DHP Program Manager Emilia Poehlman receives Granite YMCA community service award. Learn More
Five women of various ages stand together in front of a screen that says "Living Well Workshop: Maintenance"
New Partnership Leads to Successful Health and Wellness Workshop
A new community partnership helped participants build confidence, connections, and healthier habits. See how this 10-week workshop made a lasting impa... 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
Photo of Tim Houle speaking while holding a microphone.
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
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The Power of New Hampshire’s Developmental Disabilities Network
From Where I Sit: How NH’s DD Network is helping people with developmental disabilities live full lives in their communities. Learn More
Two women pose smiling in front of the placard to NH Senator Jeanne Shaheen's DC office
2025 NH-ME LEND Cohort Visit Capitol Hill
NH-ME LEND trainees met with Congress in D.C. to discuss Medicaid HCBS funding and attended the Disability Policy Seminar as part of their training. Learn More