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PROGRAMS

Building on a legacy of community-driven change, our partnerships create impactful events and opportunities that support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities across the Metroplex.

Programs that advocate for I/DD

Creating IEPs
(Informed Empowered Parents)
Series

The Creating IEPs virtual learning series is offered with the parents of children with disabilities served in Texas public and charter schools in mind.  It seeks to meet parents where they are at different times of the school year to increase their knowledge, provide tools, offer guidance, and encourage their advocacy for the needs of their children. 

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  • Considerations to have at different times of the school year
     

  • Understanding your child's individualized plan
     

  • Identifying patterns, successes, and needs for adjustment​
     

  • Knowing when, why, and how to advocate effectively
     

  • Making intentional use of your summer in preparation for the next school year

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Group picture of the Self Determination Group
The Logo of the Self Determination Group

THE SELF DETERMINATION GROUP

Established in 2014, The Self-Determination Group is a cross disability group run by and for individuals with disabilities (“PWD”).

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Educate, advocate for, and support the concept of self-determination.

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Take actions that promote the human rights and inclusion of PWD.

The Logo of the Look Ahead Conference

A LOOK AHEAD

The A Look Ahead Conference Series brings together expert speakers for training focused on improving the lives of individuals with disabilities, the people who support them, and the community at large.

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Best Practices

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The importance of Early Planning

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Real life experiences of Individuals with Disabilities and their Families

Group of I/DD Advocates at A Look Ahead Conference
Get involved with I/DD Advocacy

Join us in empowering,

GET INVOLVED

We empower individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families to live life as they define it through advocacy, awareness, training and countless forms of support. Together, we can continue to champion advocacy, create awareness, and provide essential resources that make a lasting impact.

Find ways to get involved with the Arc of DFW Area

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