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Participate in the Survey for the Civic Language Perceptions Project
Please take a moment to fill out the PACE survey to influence civic engagement words and phrases. Learn More
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The National Center for START Services Welcomes PA START Allegheny
The PA START Allegheny program  is the newest addition to the IOD’s National Center for START Services. Learn More
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Now Live: The 2023 New Hampshire Small Business Survey
The NH Small Business Development Center Survey is live October 4 through October 31 and should take 12 –15 minutes to complete. Learn More
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2023 IOD Celebration Keynote Address: Shirley Tomlinson from DHHS
Shirley’s moving keynote speech reminds us how important it is to take periodic stock of our progress and accomplishments. Learn More
A scene from hearings on the playground accessibility bill -- Bohdi sits in a wheelchair, addressing the city council.
Meet Bodhi: Advocating for the Right to Play
“How wonderful it is that nobody need wait a single moment before starting to improve the world." -- Anne Frank
In this post, you will meet Bodhi Bhattarai, a 9 year-old disability rights advocate who has spinal muscular atrophy. Learn More
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Marketplace: Labor Department to review subminimum wage policy for disabled workers
IOD Director Kelly Nye-Lengerman feature on public radio Marketplace Morning Report
A brief report on the Labor Department's move to review subminimum wage policy for disabled workers in the United States. Learn More
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NH-ME LEND Alums Join Maine Faculty
This year, the NH-ME LEND program is pleased to welcome two alums from the 2021 cohort who will bring their expertise in early childhood education and... Learn More
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IOD Awarded $166K Grant to Address Barriers to Health Promotion Programs in New Hampshire for People with Disabilities
NH Disability and Health Program to partner with Granite YMCA and the Moore Center to improve accessibility and inclusion of health promotion programs... Learn More
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UNH Browne Center Kicks Off NH-ME LEND Cohort Team Building
An afternoon of team building at UNH’s Browne Center for Innovative Learning has become a NH-ME LEND annual tradition. Learn More
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Ask Kathy: A Great IDEA
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) provides diverse learners with opportunities to grow, while building skills in empathy and acce... Learn More