SLN News
Within the these pages you will find information about events, resources, news, advocacy, safety, caregiving, and other related information.
Sex Education is Important for People with Disabilities
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In light of the recent NPR series on disability and sexual abuse, it’s more important than ever to talk about the need for people with disabilities to receive sex education.…
Learning About the Social Model of Disability Changed How I Think About My Brother’s Autism
My name is Melissa Paz and I am currently in my last year as an undergraduate student at University of Illinois-Chicago. Last semester, I began taking classes required for my…
SLN Holds First Multicultural Roundtable in Chicago
The SLN strives to be a community that includes people of every race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, political affiliation, immigration status, socioeconomic class,…
World Down Syndrome Day 2018 – #WhatIBringToMyCommunity #WDSD18
This Wednesday, March 21, 2018, join the SLN in the annual observance of World Down Syndrome Day. This year’s theme is “What I bring to my community,” focusing on the…
Don’t Miss the 2018 Disability Policy Seminar!
Registration is still ongoing for this year’s Disability Policy Seminar! When: April 23-25, 2018 Where: Renaissance Downtown Hotel, Washington, D.C. Don’t miss the opportunity to cultivate champions on Capitol Hill and…
Attend SABE’s 2018 Self-Advocacy Conference
Register now for the next Self Advocacy Conference hosted by Self Advocates Becoming Empowered (SABE), taking place from June 7-9, 2018 in Birmingham Alabama. SLN’s Executive Director, Katie Arnold, attend…
Spread the Word to End the Word 2018
Today, March 7, 2018, is the annual observance of the Spread the Word to End the Word day of awareness. Please join the Sibling Leadership Network in pledging to respect…
Register for the 2018 Disability Policy Seminar
Registration is open for this year’s Disability Policy Seminar! When: April 23-25, 2018 Where: Renaissance Downtown Hotel, Washington, D.C. Attendees will have the opportunity to cultivate champions on Capitol Hill and…
Recognizing March as Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month
During the month of March, join the Sibling Leadership Network in spreading a message of acceptance and inclusion for all people with developmental disabilities. The National Association of Councils on…
Plan Ahead with The Arc’s Center for Future Planning®
Do you know an adult with an intellectual and/or developmental disability (I/DD) who needs help planning for the future? The Arc is here to help! The Arc’s Center for Future…