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New Sibling Study: Siblings of Children With Disabilities May Have Greater Cognitive Empathy

April 20, 2022
Having a child with a disability or a developmental delay is often a stressful experience for a family. Siblings in such families may be exposed to greater stress and challenges. There is little research about the positive effects of growing up with a sibling with disabilities. However, a new study published in Child Development by researchers at…
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SLN PODCAST #11 Diverse Sibling Stories

April 8, 2022
In this special National Siblings Day 2022 episode we hear the diverse stories of 3 siblings with very different backgrounds and explore how peer support has played a vital role in their sibling journeys. We are joined by SLN’s Board of Directors Chair, Shawnnita Buckner, SLN’s Board of Directors Secretary, Stephanie Lanham and Co-Founder of Saarthi…
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Sibling Emotions Project | Sibling Study Seeks Participants

April 5, 2022
The Sibling Emotions Project is looking for typically developing (TD) siblings of people with disabilities between the ages of 9-12 and their parents to conduct a research study about the emotions of TD siblings with a brother or sister with ID. This research study seeks to learn: about the emotions and experiences that TD siblings…
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April 2022 Sibposium: The Power of Peer Support for Siblings of People with Disabilities 

March 28, 2022
Register for April’s Sibposium on The Power of Peer Support for Siblings of People with Disabilities ! Date: April 27 Time: 5pm PT/6pm MT/7pm CT/8pm ET Register here Please join us for the SLN’s monthly Sibposium! This month’s topic is The Power of Peer Support for Siblings of People with Disabilities. This 1-hour interactive forum will bring together adult…
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SLN Celebrates National Siblings Day 2022

March 25, 2022
National Siblings Day is an unofficial holiday observed each year on April 10 to honor the bonds between brothers and sisters. This National Siblings Day, SLN is celebrating and recognizing the power of sibling support. How do siblings support each other? How does the sibling community support each other? We encourage you to share your…
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Weekend Reads: Developmental Disability Awareness and Resources

March 18, 2022
It’s time for another edition of Weekend Reads! Each March, the National Association of Councils on Developmental Disabilities (NACDD) work with partners to create a social media campaign that highlights the many ways in which people with and without disabilities come together to form strong, diverse communities. The campaign seeks to raise awareness about the…
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SLN PODCAST #10 Sibling Grief and Loss

March 14, 2022
Listen to our newest podcast, Sibling Grief and Loss! In this episode we discuss some ways that siblings of individuals with disabilities can experience grief & loss throughout their lives.  We also discuss various resources and methods for dealing with different forms of grief & loss.  The sibs also share some of their favorite memories…
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SiblingResources.org | Online self-paced courses to provide information and resources about the experiences of siblings of people with disabilities

March 11, 2022
SiblingResources.org offers two free, online self-paced courses to provide information and resources about the experiences of siblings of people with disabilities. One course is for siblings of adults with disabilities and the other is written for service providers. In these courses, you will find written resources, video presentations, audio clips, and a reflective question journal…
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March 2022 Sibposium: Emergency Management and Preparedness

March 5, 2022
Register for March’s Sibposium on Emergency Preparedness and Management! Date: March 16 Time: 3pm PT/4pm MT/5pm CT/6pm ET Register here Sibposiums are monthly virtual peer support for sibling caregivers will provide a chance for adult siblings to connect with other siblings to receive information and peer support from the comfort of our own homes! This…
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SLN Observes Disability Community Day of Mourning 2022

February 28, 2022
Every year on March 1st, the disability community comes together to remember the victims of filicide – people with disabilities killed by their family members. Vigils are held on the Day of Mourning in cities around the world. Since 2012, Autistic Self Advocacy Network and other disability rights organizations have come together at local vigils…
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💭 As a sibling, what has your experience taught you about finding your own sense of steadiness?Read Cheryl & James’ story and explore more voices from siblings in our community. ✨ siblingleadership.org/2026/04/09/stories-from-siblings-national-siblings-day-2026/?zlinkid=f59911... ... See MoreSee Less

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Sometimes, being a sibling means learning to carry things quietly. Read Yasmeen’s story and explore more voices from siblings in our community.siblingleadership.org/2026/04/09/stories-from-siblings-national-siblings-day-2026/?zlinkid=115c3a... ... See MoreSee Less

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💭 As a sibling, what is something your experience has taught you about yourself - something you may not have recognized at the time?Read Jack’s story and explore more voices from siblings in our community. ✨ Link in bio. ... See MoreSee Less

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💭 For siblings, connection can take many forms… when have you felt most connected to your brother or sister?Read Amelia & Celeste’s story and explore more voices from siblings in our community. ✨siblingleadership.org/2026/04/09/stories-from-siblings-national-siblings-day-2026/?zlinkid=cd73b6... ... See MoreSee Less

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💭 As a sibling, what kind of support or encouragement has made a difference for you? What do you wish you had more of?✨Read Evelyn’s story and explore more voices from siblings in our community. siblingleadership.org/2026/04/09/stories-from-siblings-national-siblings-day-2026/?zlinkid=9a549f... ... See MoreSee Less

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💭 On the outside, things can look full and ordinary. But internally, many siblings carry layers of guilt, grief, and questions that aren’t always seen or spoken. As a sibling, have you ever felt like you were holding two different experiences at the same time?✨ Read Camille’s story and explore more voices from siblings in our community. Link in bio.#siblingstories ... See MoreSee Less

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💭 As a sibling, what is something your brother or sister has helped you see or appreciate differently?Explore more voices from siblings in our community. ✨siblingleadership.org/2026/04/09/stories-from-siblings-national-siblings-day-2026/ ... See MoreSee Less

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💭 How has your relationship with your sibling changed over time?Read Missy’s story and explore more voices from siblings in our community: ✨siblingleadership.org/2026/04/09/stories-from-siblings-national-siblings-day-2026/?zlinkid=ba4b12... ... See MoreSee Less

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💙 In honor of National Siblings Day, we invited siblings of people with disabilities to share their stories.What came through is a collection of voices reflecting the full range of this experience. From everyday moments to what’s often misunderstood, these stories speak to what shapes us, challenges us, and brings us joy. There is no single way to tell these stories- and that’s what makes them so meaningful. ✨We’re deeply grateful to everyone who shared. Thank you for trusting us with your experiences. 💙If you see yourself in these stories, you’re not alone. 🤍 📖 Read the full collection here:siblingleadership.org/2026/04/09/stories-from-siblings-national-siblings-day-2026/ ... See MoreSee Less

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Happy National Siblings Day 💙Today, we celebrate the full experience of being a sibling - the love, the complexity, the joy, the responsibility, and everything in between. ✨At the Sibling Leadership Network, we honor you not just for what you do, but for who you are. Your voice, your story, and your experiences matter. We invite you to hold space for yourself and celebrate your journey.For National Siblings Day, we are kicking off our 'Celebrating Sibling Voices' series featuring stories from siblings all over the network. We will be highlighting these stories not just today but all spring long! If you feel called to share your story, we would love to hear from you: forms.gle/r4i4nkdHTgWKUF767 ... See MoreSee Less

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