Topic Area: Self Advocacy
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Post High-School Resources for Individuals with Down Syndrome
The period following high school graduation can present many challenges. But it can also be a time of excitement, productivity, and great satisfaction. Planning for this transition from an early age can help the individual with Down syndrome mature into an adult who is as independent as possible.
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Policy Priorities for Young Advocates and Learning Disability Champions
Neurodivergent students, from Kindergarten through college, continue to face barriers due to the lack of proper funding, accommodations, and resources to support their academic success. Learn more about NCLD’s policy priorities for young advocates.
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College Transitions: Expanding Postsecondary Access for Neurodivergent Students
College Transitions helps neurodivergent students and those with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (IDD) navigate the transition to higher education. As leaders in the field, the College Transitions team brings a mix of national experience, research, and practical program development to the table.
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Comparison Between Asset and Deficit Based Approaches
The focus on the assets of communities—rather than its needs, deficits, or problems—represents an important shift in mindset and practice for people who work with communities on issues of importance .
