Come learn why advocates are asking the state to eliminate isolation in our schools and ensure restraint is truly *only* used for the immediate safety of students and staff. Organized by people who've lived it. Register: bit.ly/restraintandis… Isabel Delgado WASA #waedu #stoptrauma

Great news! HB 1407 - which eliminates the need to reapply for DDA services at age 10 if a child was found eligible at age 3 or later - passed the House! Huge thanks to the bill sponsor, Rep. Jamila Taylor from South King County. #waleg WashingtonStateDSHS

March marks Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month. Our colleagues at NACDD are highlighting the work of people with developmental disabilities, including in the arts. Today's art is by Jamila Rahimi.

Today, we remember those with disabilities who have been killed by family members and caregivers. People with disabilities are not a burden.

The family of Judy Heumann is most appreciative and amazed at the unbelievable outpour of love and respect for Judy. They invite the community to honor her life. Services will be live-streamed and all information is available at the link below. judithheumann.com/memorial-servi…

What's up with budget? Join us next week at this League of Education Voters (LEV) - now on Bluesky webinar.

Why is "lived experience" important to policy making? Hear from the people working on HB 1541, the Nothing About Us Act. #Disability

The state Senate would put a lot more money into special education services, but will the House agree? And what about that cap? #specialeducation

Isolating students is traumatic, with NO research to back its use and LOTS of research documenting the harm. This video shares stories of parents, survivors, doctors, and educators sharing WHY they are working to stop isolation/seclusion. #StopSchoolTrauma

This shift was years in the making, with WashingtonStateDSHS DDA saying there was nothing to be done. Well - there WAS, and #waleg DID. Big smiles! Key: Realizing habilitative supports are essential to well-being, across the lifespan

#Inclusion #Belonging #GiveBig May 2 & 3 and make our vision a reality: All children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities thriving as equal, valued and active members of the community. wagives.org/organization/t… #WAGives #EveryDonationMatters #BeAChampion

👉wagives.org/organization/t… For 87 years, The Arc of King County has shifted systems to make WA accessible & inclusive. And each year the need to support our diverse community grows. Give today! WE ALL DESERVE TO BELONG. #Disability #GiveBIG #WAGives #BeAChampion #ThatGivingFeeling

SMILES MAKE OUR DAY! Disability is tough to navigate, but thanks to donors we help thousands of kids and adults with developmental disabilities find the information & support they need. Help light the way - GiveBIG today! wagives.org/organization/t… #WAGives #BeAChampion #GiveBIG

This one brings smiles