DADs, I hope that you had an enjoyable summer and that your back to school
DSANV launched a new Advocacy program in 2021 led by self-advocate, and DSANV Board Member, Charlotte Woodward. The goal of the program is to help educate members on why advocacy is important and to introduce the many organizations engaged in disability advocacy in the National Capital Region.
The Advocacy Program is led by DSANV Board Member Charlotte Woodward.
Quarterly meetings are scheduled for Jan 20/2022, March 22, April 21, July 21, and October 20.
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The first Advocacy Meeting took place on January 21.The guest speaker was Tonya Milling, the Executive Director of the Arc of Virginia and Director of the Arc’s Virginia Self-Advocacy Alliance. Here is a recording of the meeting.
Also, Tonya also provided a link that lets you join in on an online meeting with your state delegate.
Recording from the April 22 Advocacy Meeting.
Ashley Helsing, Director of Government Relations, and Nicole Patton, Manager of Grassroots Advocacy from NDSS, National Down Syndrome Society spoke about advocacy. Here is a link
Other items discussed during the meeting include:
Recording of Charlotte Woodward’s testimony before the VA State Senate.
NDSS Press Release for David Egan’s book, More Alike Than Different
DADs, I hope that you had an enjoyable summer and that your back to school
In 2022, DSANV is offering three options for BINGO. The third Wednesday of each month
If you are an expectant parent or have been parenting your child with Down Syndrome
Summer Cooking Club – Smoothie/Sandwich Clinic
DSANV Summer Smoothie/ Sandwich Clinic June 18 – Drop in between 10:00 am –
DSANV Summer Book Club – In Person and Online Activities
During each season, Summer, Fall, Winter and Spring, the DSANV Book Club will feature a
The dates for the online: 2022 Advocacy Meetings are March 16, April 21, July 21,
Promoting Emotional Resilience in People with Down Syndrome
This event will be held ONLINE and IN PERSON Join us on Saturday, July 16, 2022 from
Pozez JCC Northern Virginia – Fall Class Registrations
Dear all, I hope you had a fabulous summer and for those starting school, I
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