Hey friends! Welcome to the Lucky Few Podcast where we are shifting the narrative by shouting the worth of people with Down syndrome. With your hosts, Heather Avis, Micha Boyett, and Mercedes Lara. more

This podcast contains information for caregivers and providers regarding Down syndrome. Hosted by Dr. Kishore Vellody, Medical Director of the Down Syndrome Center of Western Pennsylvania and former President of the National Down Syndrome Congress. more

The LowDOWN: A Down Syndrome Podcast brings a professional perspective on issues facing individuals with Down syndrome and their loved ones. Hosts Marla Folden and Hina Mahmood of the Down Syndrome Resource Foundation welcome North America's leading Down syndrome experts, parents and self-advocates to cover topics from across the lifespan including health, physical and intellectual development, advocacy, employment and much more. more

Think of this podcast as your very own special needs mom support group--except it's helpful and fun! You will leave with the hope that you can have a super happy life even when your life includes parenting a medically complex child or a child with something like autism and ADHD.You likely didn't ask to be the parent of a disabled child or to live portions of your life in the hospital NICU or PICU. Your story is unique; it's hard to find a place where you belong or where you don't feel so isolated and alone. Your child might have a rare disease, be undiagnosed or experience something that almost everybody has heard of like Downs syndrome yet the weird thing is that whether your child has an intellectual disability or physical disability, the experience as a mother is so similar. So regardless of your child's disability, we can all find a home in this community.You find yourself managing everybody else's needs; your child, their siblings, and all the guilt that you have about that. All this has you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and dizzy---not knowing who to turn to or what to do next for help. This podcast is your lifeline, you'll find encouragement and inspiration as we connect to other moms' journeys. We'll get practical and look at what it takes to stop feeling so stuck in your life.You know this podcast is for you if you find yourself googling:Overwhelmed special needs mom helpHow to do self care as a special needs mom?Dealing with anger as a special needs momHow to manage special needs mom burnout and stress?How do I deal with mom's guilt?Help for myself as a special needs momHow do I cope with a disabled child?How do I manage the grief of my medically complex child?How to keep from drowning as a caregiverSupport group for special needs mom or community for caregiversI'm tired of taking care of my special needs childFinding balance between my child's needs and my own mamas needsRespite and rest for special needs moms more

Mackenzie Beauvais-Nikl, the co-host of 'Everybody In,' experiences autism. But this podcast isn't really about that, exactly. This podcast is about conversations and connections. It's about how we are the same, and how we're different. For each episode, Mackenzie and her co-host Andrea Moore interview a different guest. Some of their guests experience intellectual and developmental disabilities, also known as I/DD, and some don't. They talk about friendship, family, adulthood, and -- when it comes up -- disability. The podcast is called 'Everybody In' because they are so interested in... EVERYBODY.The format of each episode alternates depending on who leads the interview. Mackenzie interviews guests who identify as neurotypical, meaning that they don't have a diagnosed intellectual or developmental disability. Mackenzie asks her guest the same two questions each time, and then her guest gets to surprise her with two questions of their own. Together they go back-and-forth, getting to know each other better.Andrea interviews guests with disabilities. Her guests might experience Down syndrome, autism, cerebral palsy, fragile X, or other developmental or genetic differences. Andrea asks them a series of questions about friendship, disability, housing, transportation, love and romance, and their special gifts. At the end of the interview, the guest has an opportunity to ask Andrea or Mackenzie any questions in return.In every episode, Mackenzie and Andrea work together to bridge any gaps, ask follow-up questions, and keep the party rolling!Transcriptions available. Email podcast@thewayfaringband.com.'Everybody In' is conceived and produced by The Wayfaring Band, a Denver-based 501(c)3 nonprofit. The Wayfaring Band is not a rock-and-roll band, but a band of travelers. They create opportunities for people to increase their leadership and life skills through travel, serving adults with and without disabilities.Sound engineering: Carin HuebnerOriginal music: The DosageSeason 1 co-hosts: Faith Vidrine and Andrea MooreSeason 2 co-hosts: Mackenzie Beauvais-Nikl and Andrea Moore Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. more

Welcome to Parenting Impossible, the podcast dedicated to empowering and supporting the disability community. Hosted by Annette Hines, this podcast was born out of a mission to combat the scattered and sometimes inaccurate information that parents and caregivers of disabled adult children often face.In each episode, we delve into the pressing questions and concerns that weigh on the minds of the entire special needs community including those with autism, intellectual disabilities, physical disabilities, mental health issues and more. From navigating the complexities of special needs trusts and planning for the future to addressing the fundamental question of 'How will my child be okay when I cannot do this anymore?'—we leave no stone unturned.Attorney Annette Hines is a special needs mom, author of the best-selling book Butterflies and Second Chances, national expert speaker, writer and contributor to publications, and founder of the Special Needs Law Group based In Massachusetts. She shares personal insights and her guests (parents, siblings, and experts and sometimes parents who are experts!) discuss many issues facing the special needs community including raising children with different abilities, transitioning into adulthood, sibling challenges and how to effectively navigate the complex systems in our world. We're not just here to talk; we're here to make a difference.In a society where the disabled and their caregivers are often devalued, Parenting Impossible stands as a beacon of advocacy and support dedicated to giving compassionate advice for all stages of life. Join us as we tackle the challenges, break down barriers, and strive to create a more informed and compassionate world for the disability community. Because when it comes to parenting in the face of impossibility, you're not alone—we're here with you. more

Join a mother, a sister, and a niece as they share honest and heartfelt conversations about the changing needs of their loved ones aging with Down syndrome. You will hear from leading experts about insights and advances in the field. You will meet professionals who are supporting individuals with Down syndrome through their senior years, and hear first-hand accounts from families who have navigated this caregiving journey. They will talk candidly about the unique challenges and joys found in this aging process, issues related to Alzheimer's dementia, and give practical tips from lived experience. Historically speaking, resources on this topic have been limited. Thankfully—as people with Down syndrome are living longer—more information is starting to coalesce. We hope this podcast will be a helpful resource for families and caregivers. more

Invisible Institutions is a new documentary podcast exploring the past and present of institutions for people labelled with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Canada more

This podcast is meant to spread awareness and spread the love that the Down Syndrome community has blessed our lives with. more

Elevating what is possible for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASDs) are the number one cause of intellectual disability in the world. Join Nate Sheets, a behavior consultant, and Jill Snell, a parent, as we explore the joys and challenges of supporting children and adults with FASDs. more

Presented by the Williams Syndrome Association, the Starry Eyed Podcast will explore the joys and challenges of living with Williams syndrome, a rare genetic disability. Each episode will feature interviews with adults with WS and professionals and caregivers who are dedicated to raising awareness and resources. more

IDD Health Matters hosted by Craig Escudé, MD, FAAFP, FAADM features guests from across the globe who are leading the efforts to improve health, wellness and health equity for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. more

Join Genia in discussion with other parents, thought leaders and visionaries about helping young children with intellectual disabilities get the good things in life. Want your child to go to school, make friends, play on teams and have a bright future? Join the conversation. Good things in life is for families with vision about what is possible and how to achieve it. Whether your child has cerebral palsy, down syndrome, angelman syndrome, autism or a mild learning disability, Good Things in Life podcast can help you figure out how to take action to protect your child from harm and work towards a good life. more

ACCESS Division 33 is the official podcast of Division 33 of the American Psychological Association, a group of professionals dedicated to science and practice in intellectual and developmental disabilities, and autism spectrum disorder. In each episode, a member of our Division is interviewed, discussing their work and why it is important to the lives of individuals with IDD and ASD and those who support them. more

Join us on Planet Puberty where we launch into the mood swing Milky Way, float by the BO black hole and gaze with wonder at the menstruation constellation. Puberty can be a tough time for all young people but for kids with intellectual disability and autism it can be even harder, for both them and their parents and carers. On the Planet Puberty podcast we aim to make puberty less of a bumpy ride by talking about the challenges, joys and opportunities that puberty can bring. We chat to parents and carers about their experience of supporting a child with disability through puberty. We also talk with professionals about tips and tricks you can use to help you and your child navigate this new world. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. more

As a mom of a son with Skraban-Deardorff Syndrome, a WDR26-related intellectual disability, I started listening to podcasts as a form of therapy and to get advice for how to navigate through the emotions and questions that come with having a child with a rare disease diagnosis. I started this podcast for those impacted by Skraban-Deardorff, and other rare diseases, as a way to share stories, ask and answer questions, get advice and have a platform where we can work to understand together what the diagnosis means and how we can support each other. The podcast will feature guests and experts across the rare disease spectrum that highlight how to bring out the best in our rare kids and showcase that we are not alone, but part of a great community of people supporting our rare children. If you have any topics you would like to be discussed on the show, or if you would like to be a guest, please reach out to me at SmilesIncludedPodcast@gmail.com. more

Visibility is a space for people with intellectual disability to share their stories. We want you to have a voice and be heard. We want to build a more understanding and inclusive society in Australia and the world. Brought to you by the members and community of Council for Intellectual Disability, Sydney, Australia. more

Welcome to DSP Talk, the podcast that's exploring the complex world of disability support.Join us as we speak to direct support professionals, people receiving services and support, family members, and other field experts, as they delve into the diverse and dynamic world of disability support, navigating the challenges, sharing uplifting stories, and shedding light on the impactful human experience within the direct support profession.Our episodes highlight the journey towards community inclusion, the significance of a competent workforce, and the vital role direct support professionals play in the lives of those living with intellectual and developmental disabilities.Whether you're a dedicated direct support professional, a recipient of support services, or just someone eager to make a difference, DSP Talk is your go-to platform for inspiration, enlightenment, and advocacy.Get ready to challenge stereotypes, broaden your perspective, and join the movement towards acknowledging this essential group of professionals.Welcome to DSP Talk! Regional Centers for Workforce Transformation | Code of Ethics & Core Competencies for Direct Support ProfessionalsBrought to you by: The Office for People with Developmental Disabilities and the New York Alliance for Inclusion and Innovation Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. more

At the National Centre of Excellence in Intellectual Disability Health (the Centre), we are working to make health care better for people with intellectual disability. People with intellectual disability often face different health challenges, but too often, they don't get the care they deserve.  This podcast is for healthcare professionals who want to improve their practice when working with people with intellectual disability. In each episode, hosts Ricky Kremer and Raylene Griffiths speak with experts, healthcare professionals, and people with lived experience. They share real stories and practical advice to help you build your skills and confidence. Each episode explores a key topic in health care, showing what good care looks like—and what still needs to change. Better care starts with better understanding. By combining lived experience with expert insight, this podcast supports you to deliver more inclusive, respectful, and effective care. If you want to give better care, and help make health care fairer for everyone—this podcast is for you. Follow the podcast to join us as we work together to improve health care for people with intellectual disability.  more

Touchstone Award Winner - Podcast 2024 AAIDD Winner - Media Award 2025 In this podcast, we host stories written and performed by people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, tackling topics that range from romantic relationships to work life, childhood to grief. These are real stories from the complex, rich lives of real people. Have Questions? Email Us with any questions you may have. We're here to help! more

Catalight is changing how the world supports people with autism along with other intellectual and developmental disabilities. We're building a more equitable future through innovative care solutions, research, and open conversations. Join us as we explore groundbreaking research, hear from experts, and uncover new ways to empower individuals and families. Together, we can create a world where everyone thrives. more

A mental health podcast where nothing is off the table. Join self advocate and hosts, Victor Pereira and Daniel Share-Strom as they explore topics and how they relate to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. more

A podcast for resources to support adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, as well as other disabled adults, and provide them with the best services possible more

THINK+change offers TALKS, TRAININGS, and TOOLS designed to support training and education about people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) for them, their families, and the professionals in their lives.THINK+change TALKS are provocative, in-person or video shorts on topics of interest to, or emerging issues for, people with I/DD and those who care for and work with them.THINK+change TRAININGS are in-person or online targeted educational opportunities on issues that directly impact people with I/DD and those who care for and work with them.THINK+change TOOLS are tangible educational products.For more information, check us out at www.thinkchange.training more

Welcome to Special Needs Adult Caregiving, a podcast for parents and family caregivers of adults with disabilities. If you are raising or caring for an adult child  or loved one with special needs, you are in the right place.Host Jenny Olson is a mom of five. Her son is a young adult with autism and an intellectual disability, and he will need care for life. Jenny is not just talking about this topic. She is living it too.This show gives you real answers and resources about adult disability care. We talk about the things other shows skip. Whether your child just turned 18 and is facing that 'special needs cliff', or you have been a caregiver for years, this podcast is for you.Each week, you will hear about topics like:SSI and SSDI benefits for adults with disabilitiesMedicaid waivers and how to applySpecial needs trusts and ABLE accountsGuardianship versus power of attorneyFinding disability-friendly doctorsWhat to do when a waiver application gets deniedHow caregiving affects marriage and familyTalking to siblings about future care plansAvoiding caregiver burnout without the guiltYou will hear real stories from other caregivers who understand this life. You will hear expert interviews from people who work in these systems every day. And you will walk away with tools you can use right away.Have you ever searched 'how to apply for SSI' late at night? Have you felt alone trying to find help for your adult child with special needs? This podcast is for you. Caregiving for a special needs adult is hard. But you do not have to figure it out by yourself.This is more than a podcast. It is a community of parents and family caregivers who understand this life. You are not alone, and you are doing better than you think. Let's figure this out together! Subscribe now and join a growing community of caregivers, parents, and disability advocates. New episodes come out every week.Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/special.needs.adult.caregiving more

Let's Plant Houses shares heartfelt stories from families living with autism, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy and other intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Host Wendy Ernzen brings families together for warm conversations about daily challenges, parenting, inclusive living and special needs parenting. The families who join the show are powerful advocates who build smart and practical solutions for employment, housing, services and long term support for their loved ones with IDD. Their ideas often ripple through the disability community and support many other families along the way. Join us every other week as we celebrate a new family story! more

Welcome to The ID Zone Podcast, created and co-hosted by two mums, Claire and Nessa. They realised the significant gap in accessible information available to families and carers navigating the intellectual disability world. They went looking for answers and discovered a whole community ready to share. Join Claire and Nessa in conversation with therapists, advocates connecting with families. The ID Zone Podcast, season 1 launching on April 14th. more

Sharing the real stories of people who love, empower and champion children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities and mental health challenges. more

The Right to Ordinary is a podcast from Inclusion Ireland, hosted by CEO Derval McDonagh.An ordinary life shouldn't be extraordinary. The right to choose where you live. To work. To have relationships. To make your own decisions. To be part of your community. And to have a say in the things that affect your life.Each episode brings together guests with lived experience, knowledge and different perspectives for honest conversations and practical information about the issues that matter to people with intellectual disabilities, their families and supporters.We break down complex systems, challenge misconceptions and explore what it takes to move from simply being listened to, to having real influence.Because everyone has the right to an ordinary life. more

'The Promise of Discovery' is a podcast hosted by the Vanderbilt Kennedy Center that highlights research in intellectual and developmental disabilities. The goals of the podcast are to host conversations about research in plain language and to highlight 'real world' implications. The discussions cover why the research matters in the lives of people with disabilities and families, how the research impacts and enhances what we know already and/or raises additional questions in the field, and what implications the research might have for policy. more

Fragile X Dad & Mom is a podcast about a Dad and a Mom's journey as they parent their two children who are diagnosed with Fragile X Syndrome. Their 9 year old son is also diagnosed with Severe Non Speaking Autism, Epilepsy, and Intellectual disability. This podcast is for all of those special needs parents raising special needs children where we can all come together and share the joys, the struggles and when sh&t gets real. Parenting a special needs child can often feel isolating & can be frustrating until we meet other parents that share similar journey. more

A conversation about hope in action. Hope of the Matter is a podcast dedicated to fostering meaningful conversations about topics that impact the community of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Through stories, insights, and awareness, we aim to inspire hope and ignite positive change. Tune in for uplifting discussions that highlight the strength, resilience, and potential within this community. more

Special Olympic Athletes, Athlete Leaders and a husband and wife duo, break down the barriers and stereotypes surrounding Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities. Listen to inspiring stories and learn how proper support can help anyone achieve their dreams. more

The Table is a podcast where everyone has a seat and every voice matters. Hosted by Rob Hudson and Ian Allan, each episode brings together self-advocates, families, professionals and community leaders for honest conversations about disability, inclusion and what it means to build a life on your own terms.Produced for The Arc of Northern Virginia through the Frank Trippett Fellowship for Advocacy and Outreach, The Table explores the issues that matter most to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and those who support them. more

Are you a direct support professional or frontline supervisor who loves to learn more about best practices for supporting people with intellectual disability? In 'A Closer Look,' we explore the most current and relevant issues covered in 'Frontline Initiative.' Produced by the University of Minnesota's Institute on Community Integration and the National Alliance for Direct Support Professionals, 'Frontline Initiative' is a bi-annual online magazine by and for the direct support workforce. z.umn.edu/FrontlineInitiative more

I am Jenna Evans, the creator of INCLUDE. I am a junior at Eastern Kentucky University studying Broadcasting and Electronic Media as well as Public Relations and Sports Communications. I serve as the 2026 Miss Sportsman's Hill in the Miss America system. I am a long time disability advocate with the Down Syndrome Association of Central Kentucky and Best Buddies International. My goal is to create inclusive communities for our friends with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. Through INCLUDE I will teach workshops on how to be inclusive, notice individual needs, communicate with respect, listen to those with IDD, understand before assuming, displaying dignity in every interaction, and empower independence in school, work, healthcare, and communities. more

Disabled Voices Matter! As an award-winning intellectual disability advocate and host of the Special Chronicles Podcast, Daniel Smrokowski tells special needs stories from an insider's perspective. 'PodmanDan' is himself a person with special needs. As your weekly guide to finding joy and acceptance, Special Chronicles offers entertaining and informational disability conversations. more

An extension of Mollynook Films, Mollynook Podcasts features a new guest on each episode to chat about creative outlets such as film, art, music, and performance, and how those activities benefit and shape the lives of its creators and spectators with developmental and intellectual disabilities. http://mollynookfilms.com/ more

Oregon's Employment First initiative is a catalyst for state agencies to work together to improve community job outcomes for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The podcasts are short discussions with various state experts, as well as policy makers, employers, people with disabilities, family members, educators, and others. more

YES! To Employment is a podcast series that seeks to improve competitive, integrated employment outcomes for transition-aged youth and young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. more

Join us on this adventure of our life from a different angle. On this monthly podcast, Georgia and Daniel, two people with special needs, talk about their everyday lives, movies, television, adventures and anything else that comes up. Georgia and Daniel have been dating since 2015. Listeners have said this podcast is 'an enjoyable and necessary podcast for the intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) community.' more

This podcast focuses on the Virginia Commonwealth University Rehabilitation Research and Training Center on Employment of Persons with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities grant-funded project. It features interviews with the project's director, research study leads, and steering committee members discussing the research and training of the project. The new podcast will release episodes on the second Monday of each month over the next five years. more

Through data and storytelling, we explore how community inclusion has shaped the lives of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities across the country. It's the story of how policy, data, and real lives intersect—and why community matters for all of us.The 35 Years project is a collaboration between the National Residential Information Systems Project at the University of Minnesota, ThinkWork Access to Integrated Employment at UMass Boston, and the State of the States in I/DD at the University of Kansas.  more

REA-L Conversations is a podcast for families, allies, and advocates who believe in a world where people with intellectual disabilities live full, contributing lives in community. But staying on this path isn't easy; funding systems pull us in different directions, safety concerns cloud our vision, and ableism shows up in ways that take our breath away. Through honest discussions, real-life stories, and critical reflection, we unpack what it means to stay true to a vision of inclusion, even when it's isolating or hard. We tackle big questions: What gets in the way of hope? How do we hold the line on inclusion when others choose a different path? What does it take to build trust and stay in the conversation? This isn't a space for easy answers or polished talking points. It's a space for raw, necessary conversations that push back against dominant culture. ? Tune in and be part of the conversation. Because the path to inclusion is one we walk together.   more

Interviews and conversations about inclusion of people with intellectual disabilities. Listen to stories of everyday inclusion experienced and told by self-advocates across Europe. We talk Ambitions. Rights. Belonging. more

New podcast about how we serve adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities.

Special Olympics Minnesota's Unified Champion Schools are transforming classrooms & communities statewide. Join our Unified Exchange, where we share ideas, stories, and resources to foster meaningful inclusion for students with intellectual disabilities. more

Welcome to the DSP Connect, the podcast dedicated to Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) making a difference in the lives of individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (ID/DD). Join us as we delve into the heart of compassionate caregiving, exploring how DSPs assist people with ID/DD in achieving independence, fostering inclusivity within communities, and supporting families on their journey with loved ones who have disabilities. Get ready for educational insights, uplifting stories, and a celebration of the extraordinary work that DSPs do every day. Tune in and be inspired to make a positive impact in the lives of those who need it most.  Subscribe today and be a part of the movement towards a more inclusive and compassionate society. more

Advocacy and guidance for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, their guardians, families, and friends. more

The Job Match Makers Podcast shares stories from employment consultants about supporting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to find employment in their communities—one person, one job at a time. This podcast is produced by the Minnesota Transformation Initiative, a technical assistance center focused on expanding capacity for competitive, integrated employment across Minnesota. Hosted by Brian Begin and Sherry Healey from the University of Minnesota, the Job Match Makers Podcast is a partnership between the University of Minnesota's Institute on Community Integration and UMass Boston's Institute for Community Inclusion. more

An oral history podcast where we explore the untold stories of people with developmental disabilities. Produced by LADD, a leading nonprofit advocacy and services organization for people with disabilities in the Midwest, Never Fade Away preserves personal narratives from Ohioans with developmental disabilities—before and after the ADA.Each episode features stories from individuals who lived through institutional systems, such as the Columbus State Institute and Orient, alongside younger voices who have only known integrated classrooms and evolving opportunities for independent living. These oral histories reveal resilience, challenge, change, and hope.Neurospicy host Kate Siahaan-Rigg guides these conversations with empathy and creative insight, bringing these memories into the present. Never Fade Away is a tribute to lives lived, rights hard-won, and futures still unfolding more

A podcast devoted to the developmental disability community is brought to you by the Developmental Disabilities Association (DDA). DDA has been an advocate and supporter of this vulnerable part of society since 1952. We operate over 50 group homes, child development centres, and drop-in programs in Vancouver and Richmond, British Columbia. Today, we support over 1,800 people with developmental disabilities and their families each year. more

A celebration of the diverse abilities and potential of neurodivergent individuals and those with intellectual disabilities. more

A podcast about the Biblical Theology of Severe and Profound Intellectual Disability. Hosted by Michael Bailey, author of 'So That the Works of God Might Be Displayed In Him: A Biblical Theology of Severe and Profound Intellectual Disabilities' more

An informative podcast that breaks down different topics and resources for individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities. more

This podcast series delves into the journey of securing long-term, independent housing solutions for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD).Through a mix of expert insights and personal interviews, each episode explores the unique challenges and triumphs of navigating the housing process. Listeners will discover various housing models, funding options, and the crucial role of a person's circle of support in creating sustainable homes. Brought to you by NYHRC. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. more

Welcome to Community Living Out Loud , brought to you by Community Living Mississauga. On this podcast we celebrate the lives of people who have an intellectual disability and the incredible work being done to advocate for them and their families. Through conversations with experts, advocates, and individuals with lived experiences, we hope to inspire and educate listeners on the importance of building strong, supportive communities. Founded in 1955, Community Living Mississauga is a non-profit, charitable organization which provides support to people who have an intellectual disability. Our mission is to provide support to people who have an intellectual disability to ensure their quality of life in the community is meaningfully improved. Our vision is that all people will live in a state of dignity and respect, and share in all elements of living in a community which is welcoming, accepting and inclusive of everyone. All people will have the freedom to make choices and decisions that enable them to achieve self-determination. We believe that people who have an intellectual disability have a right to live in the community and to participate actively in community life. Each person, regardless of disability, should enjoy the full rights of citizenship and the full experience of membership in the community. We are governed by a volunteer Board of Directors consisting of people we support, family members and concerned members of the community. more

At the California Policy Center for Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (CPCIDD), understanding barriers, challenges and successes to employment for people with IDD is a priority. Through our research we closely examine the multifaceted challenges that impede competitive, integrated employment opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). By drawing on best practices, academic findings, and the real-world perspectives of people with IDD, their families, and employers, we highlight critical gaps and barriers to employment—from limited vocational training and fear of losing benefits to  workplace accommodations and enduring stereotypes that hinder advancement. With funding from Ability Central we are able to further our research and provide policy recommendations designed to reduce barriers to employment and increase opportunities not only for people with IDD but employers as well. We look forward to sharing our findings, resources, and community conversations centered on strengthening inclusive employment practices. We are excited to share the first episode in a series of podcasts that highlight community conversations about employment for people with IDD.For more information, visit www.cpcidd.org  more

Hosted by Michelle Short, founder of Riley's Residence, The Special Needs Journey explores life with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Michelle, alongside experts and caregivers, offers insight on navigating diagnosis, advocating for loved ones, and embracing the unexpected joys. With real stories and expert advice, the podcast supports families through the emotional highs and lows, empowering them to trust their instincts and celebrate every victory. Tune in for conversations that uplift, educate, and connect the special needs community. more

Whether you are a self-advocate or a family member / caregiver of an individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD), this podcast has tools to help you advocate for the developmental disabilities community and promote inclusion in your state and local community. Join Dr. Chris Reeve, a Program Director from the FloridaDevelopmental Disabilities Council (FDDC) as she interviews project partners, family members, caregivers and self-advocates about ways to help advocate in your community and resources available from the FDDC. Join our community to help build inclusive environments and opportunities for those with developmental disabilities in Florida.Visit www.fddc.org/our-work-matters to learn more. more

The Inclusive Governance Podcast explores the inclusion of people with intellectual disability in organisational governance - ensuring the voice of people with disability is heard and considered in the decision-making of disability and community organisations. This is based on a project being run by Side By Side Advocacy - The Inclusive Governance Project. ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ You can find information, resources, videos and easy read documents about the Inclusive Governance Project at https://sidebysideadvocacy.org.au/inclusive-governance/ For more information, contact Bernadette igp@sidebysideadvocacy.org.au or call the Side by Side advocacy office on 02 9808 5500.‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎‎ ‎ ‎ The Inclusive Governance Project is funded by the National Disability Insurance Agency and the Australian Government Department of Social Services. Our Conversations were recorded on the land of the Burramattagal clan of the Dharug nation. We pay our respect to Elders, past and present. more

Welcome to Advancing the conversation with Dr. Christi Carnahan and Dr. Kate Doyle from the University of Cincinnati's Special Education Department. We started this podcast in an effort to have real conversations about the role of self-determination in all our lives, specifically in supporting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. If you're a teacher, a person interested in becoming a teacher, a parent, a sibling, or a person with a disability, this podcast is for you. We hope you join us on this journey as we learn about the role of self-determination in our lives. more

Join Tiffany each week, as she shares her experiences, talents, and advocates for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. more

Igniting conversations about contemporary issues and topics in the mental health and intellectual disability healthcare arena more

The official podcast for the Developmental Disabilities Network Journal (DDNJ) housed at the Institute for Disability Research, Policy and Practice (IDRPP) at Utah State University. This podcast brings peer reviewed research to an accessible and engaging format for all audiences more

Medicaid is the critical source of coverage for New Yorkers with intellectual, developmental and other disabilities.  The services people receive through the program are vital because the long-term nature of the supports is necessary to ensure people are healthy, safe and living full, meaningful lives. The 'Inside Medicaid' podcast series is educational and informative and will explore the impact of the program on the lives of people as their critical, lifelong, comprehensive safety net. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. more

PinPoint focuses on the stories of Georgians with developmental disabilities and how policy, community, and societal issues can impact their everyday lives.The podcast is produced by the Georgia Council on Developmental Disabilities and is a part of its quarterly magazine, Making a Difference.  more