DISABILITY NETWORK WEST MICHIGAN

Join the Movement: Empower Lives on Giving Tuesday On December 3rd, let's come together to create a more inclusive world for individuals with disabilities. Disability Network West Michigan (DNWM) is participating in Giving Tuesday, and your support can make a real difference. Your donation will directly impact our community by: - Increasing advocacy hours: Helping individuals with disabilities navigate systems and access essential services. - Expanding transportation options: Reimbursing volunteer drivers for miles driven, ensuring reliable transportation for those in need. -Fostering connection: Providing opportunities for peer support groups to gather and reduce social isolation. Together, we can build a more accessible and equitable future. Donate: https://lnkd.in/eB2j3Yaa #GivingTuesday #DisabilityRights #Accessibility #Inclusion

Important Resource Sharing: Santa’s Braille Workshop: https://lnkd.in/eHv4vMsk Does Santa read Braille? Of course, he does! And we help him out during this busy time of year by embossing his letters to kids. "Parents, teachers, and friends: There’s no cost to you. Just let us know who the letter is for, and we’ll take care of the rest. We’ll even postmark the letter as shipped from the North Pole! We’ve made Santa’s words more accessible to people with a visual impairment by converting them to braille and including a large print copy." #Disability #DisabilityAwareness #Inclusion #RepresentationMatters

Feedback Requested: Fall of 2024 Community Connections and Outreach Survey This survey aims to learn what people want to see happen in their community. Your feedback will help shape Livability Lab, a gathering where people work together to make positive changes in Muskegon County. https://lnkd.in/e9B2RRVB #Community #Feedback #Inclusion

Celebrating 25 Years Of Dedicated Service! The White Lake Chamber of Commerce hosted their annual member dinner at the Double JJ resort. During the event, Disability Network West Michigan was recognized as a distinguished member business that has reached the impressive milestone of 25 years of dedicated service to the community. #Disability #DisabilityAwareness #Inclusion #Community

“Gerald R. Ford International Airport has unveiled a new sensory room that offers a reprieve from the stresses of travel by providing a calming, immersive environment designed to make flying more accessible for all.” https://lnkd.in/eAHw5C_9 #DisabilityInclusion #Disability #DisabilityAwareness #Inclusion

National Disability Employment Awareness Month 2024: “During National Disability Employment Awareness Month, we celebrate the talent, impact, and legacy of people with disabilities across our Nation by working to make our country stronger, more prosperous, and more just. And we recommit to ensuring people with disabilities have every opportunity to pursue the American Dream.” https://lnkd.in/eMfeR4H2 #Disability #DisabilityAwareness #NationalDisabilityEmploymentAwarenessMonth

Dear Community, We regret to inform you that despite our best efforts, we were unable to secure ASL interpreters for our 25th Anniversary Event Tomorrow. We requested interpreter services well in advance, but due to unforeseen circumstances, they will not be available. We understand how crucial accessible communication is, and we deeply apologize for the impact this may have on our Deaf and hard-of-hearing community members. We are working hard to ensure this does not happen again by improving our processes and partnerships with interpreter services. Thank you for your understanding and patience as we continue striving for full accessibility. Sincerely, Disability Network West Michigan #Disability #Inclusion #Representation

“For 25 years, Disability Network West Michigan (DNWM) has been a lifeline for individuals with disabilities, advocating for accessible spaces, securing employment opportunities, and providing critical resources in five counties. Now, the organization is inviting the community to celebrate the milestone anniversary with a lively block party.” https://lnkd.in/ewpYeE3w #Disability #Inclusion #RepresentationMatters

Join us as we celebrate 25 Years of working with individuals with disabilities to live more independently and advocating and educating our communities to become more accessible and inclusive! #Disability #DisabilityAwareness #Inclusion

As the systems advocacy manager for Disability Network West Michigan (DNWM), Hastings has spent the last six years working to improve accessibility in the community. His dedication recently earned him a spot among the Muskegon Lakeshore Chamber of Commerce's Future 15 Award recipients. Hastings’ work at DNWM has focused on ensuring that local businesses and public spaces are accessible to all. The Future 15 Award celebrates not just his professional achievements but also his commitment to the community. https://lnkd.in/eVqXWv2X #DisabilityAwareness #Inclusion #Representation