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Young Leaders Council Blog
Champions Interview
A few weeks ago, I had the chance to watch Champions! This movie follows a basketball coach (Woody Harrelson) who receives a court order to lead a team of basketball players with IDD. By the end of the movie, the coach gains a better understanding of the players and their bond becomes stronger than ever before.
How to be a Pro Fundraiser Through Your Friendship Walk Page
Autism Acceptance Month 2023
Every April, individuals from around the world celebrate Autism Acceptance Month. Formerly known as Autism Awareness Month, many individuals and activists have replaced the word “Awareness” with “Acceptance” in order to convey how people should not only be aware of autism, but fully accept and actively include people with autism in their lives. In this blog, we will be going into detail about the history of Autism Acceptance Month and various ways you can support its mission.