At OP, we're thrilled to host DEI-sponsored events like our most recent happy hour at Full Tilt Tavern! Celebrating our diverse team strengthens our bond and drives OP's mission forward!🧡 #DisabilityInclusion #DisabilityAdvocate #DEI #FullTiltTavern #InclusionMatters

Happy Vesak to all who celebrate! May this sacred day bring you peace, wisdom, and happiness as you celebrate the birth, enlightenment, and passing of Buddha. Let's embrace compassion and kindness today and every day!💮✨ #Vesak #BuddhaDay #DisabilityAdvocate

OP recently welcomed master gardeners to our Bren Rd location to share their expertise in planting, growing, and nurturing seeds.🌱 Everyone had the chance to plant their own seeds, which will soon flourish in the Hopkins Community Garden!🌷Stay tuned! #DisabilityInclusion

Get to know our Residential Services team! How many Direct Support Professionals (DSP) does OP employs to assist the individuals who receive our Residential Services?🏡 Comment your guess below and let's see who knows our team best! 👇 #FridayFact #DisabilityInclusion #DSP

Who guessed correctly?🏡 OP has 34 Direct Support Professionals (DSP) on our Residential Services team! DSPs empower individuals to live in their homes and participate in their communities. Apply to be a DSP today ow.ly/wQbX50RKkrq #FridayFact #DisabilityAdvocate #Hiring

May is #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth! At OP, we recognize the importance of supporting the whole person, including their mental health.💚 Learn more about the mental health resources available near you: samhsa.gov. #DisabilityAdvocate

Today, we honor the life and legacy of Malcolm X, a relentless advocate for Black rights and equality. As we continue to be inspired by the path Malcolm X blazed, let us never give up on fostering a world where everyone's voices are heard and valued. #DisabilityAdvocate

Language holds immense power. At OP, we embrace inclusive language to break down barriers. Watch @grace_strobel video on the harm of using the "R" word and the importance of speaking out. Let's create a world where everyone thrives! instagram.com/reel/C30FAafL9… #Inclusion

Kayla McKeon, NDSS Manager of Grassroots Advocacy, was awarded her honorary doctorate from her alma mater, OCC, this weekend! We're so proud of the advocacy and awareness work she's done for the Down syndrome community. Congratulations, Kayla! 🎓 sunyocc.edu/news/nationall…

Each year, we celebrate 500+ individuals with Down syndrome with a video presentation in the heart of Times Square to kick off our New York City Buddy Walk®. 🏙️ The deadline to submit a photo is Tuesday, June 4th at 11 PM ET! Submit yours at form.jotform.com/240096254179157.

Broomfield High School senior with Down Syndrome selected as 2024 graduation speaker denver7.com/news/front-ran…

People with disabilities continue to face accessibility barriers every single day that block participation. But they shouldn’t have to. Check out our latest campaign featuring Tara Llanes. bit.ly/3UYSMxR Let’s create a world for #EveryoneEverywhere

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As we celebrate #PrideMonth2024, we honor the beautiful intersection of the LGBTQIA+ and autism communities. Both communities share a journey of self-discovery, acceptance, and pride. #AutismAndPride #AutisticPride #PrideInNeurodiversity #LGBTQandAutistic #CelebrateDiversity

It’s one week to go until #LearningDisabilityWeek. The theme this year is ‘Do you see me?’ 'Do you see me?' is about people with a learning disability being seen, heard and valued. 📣 Share your story! 👉 Find out more: brnw.ch/21wKCOC

One of the most important laws of my presidency was making Juneteenth the first new federal holiday since Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Ms. Opal Lee is the grandmother of the movement that helped make it possible. She made it her mission to make history, not erase it.

#BreakingNews: In anticipation of #DisabilityPrideMonth, disability organizations and advocates launched #StopSpecial, a campaign calling for an end to the word “special” to describe people with disabilities. Learn more at stopspecial.org

“The breadth of disability, like the breadth of LGBTQ experience, should be part of our recognition of our LGBTQ history and who made that history.” epgn.com/2020/10/20/the…

It's #DisabilityPrideMonth, a time to #CelebrateDiversity, promote #Inclusivity, and raise awareness of #Accessibility and equal opportunities for all. This month is a great opportunity to learn about the history of #DisabilityRights and advocacy. #DisabilityPride

Join ACT's 2nd Annual Disability Pride Festival on July 18, 2024! Celebrate disability culture & community at this free, family-friendly event. Everyone welcome! Let's make disability pride visible and build an inclusive MN. disability.state.mn.us/events-and-out…