March 2025: Celebrating Disability Awareness Month
Celebrating Our Community This March
Welcome to your March update!
What Disability Awareness Truly Means to Us
Awareness isn't just about recognizing differences—it's about embracing the full spectrum of human experience. This month, we're focusing on:
- Sharing our authentic stories that go beyond stereotypes and assumptions
- Celebrating the everyday victories, big and small, in our community
- Creating spaces where everyone belongs, not just accommodated
- Building deeper connections through genuine understanding
Jane, one of our long-time community members, recently shared: “Being seen as a whole person, not defined by my disability, is what awareness month means to me. It’s about having my entire humanity recognized.”
Did You Know?
- Approximately 1 in 4 American adults lives with some type of disability
- Disabilities can be visible or invisible, temporary or permanent
- Disability is a natural part of human diversity and enriches our community
Spotlight on The Arc of Laramie County
Making Disability Awareness Personal
Thanks to your ongoing support, our chapter continues to provide vital services:
Current Programs:
- Individual advocacy support
- Family navigation services
- Peer mentoring opportunities
- Community inclusion activities
- Monthly support groups
Member Benefit Reminder: Don’t forget that as an Arc member, you have access to our resources, priority registration for events, and our confidential referral network.
We believe in the power of personal connection and authentic action. Here’s how you can make this month meaningful:
- Your Voice Matters: Share a moment when you felt truly understood and included—or when you didn’t. These real experiences help others grow. Email us at [email protected]
or just reply to this newsletter. - Kitchen Table Conversations: Sometimes, the most powerful advocacy happens in small, everyday moments. We’ve created conversation starters for those important discussions with family, friends, and coworkers.
- Community Connection: Join us for coffee and conversation on March 18th. This isn’t a formal event—just friends gathering to share experiences and support each other.
- Everyday Advocacy: Small actions create big change. Whether it’s speaking up about an inaccessible entrance or sharing your perspective in a meeting, your everyday advocacy matters.
“When my coworkers adjusted our weekly team meetings so I could fully participate with my communication device, it wasn’t just about accommodation—it was about truly valuing my input. Those small acts of inclusion remind me that awareness isn’t just a month, it’s an everyday practice of seeing and respecting each other.”
“Disability is not a brave struggle or courage in the face of adversity. Disability is an art. It’s an ingenious way to live.”