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Advocate.
We actively advocate and encourage advocacy for the fair treatment and inclusion of individuals with IDD.
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Educate.
We develop and offer free certification training programs to encourage the inclusion and understanding of those with IDD.
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Support.
We provide helpful resources to assist individuals with IDD and their families/caregivers in finding the support, care, and information they need.
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Share.
We share real stories of individuals with IDD, providing our community with a genuine understanding of their lives and experiences.
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Get Involved with the Self-Advocate Club!
Self-Advocates of Tomorrow/Aktion Club of Columbus is a local advocacy organization that empowers people with intellectual and developmental disabilities through empowerment, activities, and community. Self-advocates are citizens who speak out and advocate and educate for equal rights, respect, and inclusion for all in the community.
To learn more and sign up, click here.
Become a Partner
The Arc is excited to announce our Annual Partnership Program for community businesses and providers. We are introducing a consolidated approach to support events and programming. Previously, your business may have supported multiple events through sponsorship or as a member. We are extremely grateful for your historical giving!
This new, one-time gift structure allows you to support The Arc for the entire 2024 year, across all events and programs. This includes Columbus Autism Network, Columbus Area Down Syndrome Support Groups, READS, Self-Advocates, Always Ready for Chocolate and other events.
When you partner with The Arc of Bartholomew County, you also become part of a nationwide network of 150,000 members and over 27,000 Hoosiers who provide support, information, and encouragement for one another. With your financial support, we become stronger in meeting individuals with IDD where they are and feeling a sense of purpose and belonging to the community.
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