The disability rights movement has made significant strides over the past decades, fighting against discrimination to advance equal access and inclusion. An ongoing challenge, however, remains expanding competitive integrated employment, where people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) can earn livable wages and contribute their talents in regular workplace settings.
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Marion Goldman tells the story of how her son, Michael, has succeeded with the help of the Best Buddies Jobs Program to celebrate Autism Awareness Month.
To celebrate National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), Best Buddies International, the groundbreaking international nonprofit founded in 1989 by Anthony K. Shriver to establish a global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for one-to-one friendships, integrated employment and leadership development for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), is virtually hosting the Best Buddies NDEAM Event on October 25, 2023, from 1 p.m.-2 p.m. ET.
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) – The Best Buddies nonprofit became the latest recipient of a big surprise from WSMV4′s Surprise Squad. The organization creates opportunities for one-to-one friendships for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Bloomington, IN, July 16, 2025 – Get Ready for a "Wickedly Inclusive" Celebration of Change and Empowerment at Indiana University.
The first buddy comedy movie starring two actors with Down syndrome is being planned by Fort Worth-based Out of Order Studios.
Boston, June 3, 2025 – This year, over 1,000 people participated in the 26th Annual Best Buddies Challenge: Hyannis Port, presented by Jersey Mike’s Subs, Shaw’s and Star Market Foundation and The TJX Companies, Inc. More, a cycling, run and walk fundraiser from Boston to Hyannis Port, May 30 -31.