RespectAbility is a diverse, disability-led nonprofit organization based in Rockville, MD, that aims to create systemic change in how society perceives and values individuals with disabilities. They work towards advancing policies and practices that empower people with disabilities to have a better future, fighting stigmas and promoting opportunities for full participation in all aspects of community.
Through their various programs and services, RespectAbility offers disability training and consulting, with a focus on making organizations inclusive and welcoming to individuals with physical, sensory, cognitive, mental health, or other disabilities. They also advocate for diverse and authentic representation of disabled people in entertainment and news media, promote leadership and workforce development for people with disabilities, engage in policy and civic advocacy, and ensure the inclusion of people with disabilities in faith-based communities.
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