Inclusion Programs

Juneteenth

| TUE, JUN 13, 2023

“On Juneteenth, we recommit to our shared work to ensure racial justice, equity, and equality in America.” – President Joe Biden June is steeped with plenty of wonderful holidays, like…

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Creative Expression Bridges Generations

| FRI, APR 14, 2023

You’ve probably heard it said, “Growing old is not for the faint of heart,” and it’s true that there are many challenges for older adults as they navigate the aging…

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Finding a Positive Role Model in the Modern Age

| FRI, JAN 13, 2023

We admire certain people like our friends and family, but we also live in a time ruled by mass media. Media is a facet of our daily lives, but it…

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Celebrating International Youth Day with the 14Y

| WED, AUG 11, 2021

International Youth Day is a day to celebrate young people’s voices and actions as well as their unique engagement in social issues. In recent years, youth engagement has increased, especially…

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Building an Inclusive New York Together

| SAT, MAR 27, 2021

March is National Development Disabilities Awareness Month, a month dedicated to raising awareness about the inclusion of people with developmental disabilities in all areas of community life, as well as awareness to the barriers that people…

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Sharing Joy and Laughter on International Day of Happiness

| SAT, MAR 20, 2021

I love laughter. I love to make people laugh, and I love to laugh. Some of the memories I cherish most are memories of laughter with friends and loved ones.…

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Hilarious Food Experiences on National Let’s Laugh Day

| FRI, MAR 19, 2021

National Let’s Laugh Day is a reminder that we all need humor in our lives. It’s boring being serious all the time, and it’s wonderful to laugh as much as…

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Special People with Developmental Disabilities in the Arts

| SAT, MAR 13, 2021

Having a developmental disability can be a challenge and a blessing. A multitude of people with developmental disabilities have left a huge impact on others. The individuals I would like…

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Building Inclusive Communities

| THU, DEC 03, 2020

My name is Jacob Waltuck, and my friend Jacob Ross and I interviewed each other in honor of International Day of Persons with Disabilities, which is December 3. Both of…

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What is Self-Direction?

| WED, DEC 02, 2020

At the 14Y, we proudly welcome community members of all abilities. For International Day for Persons with Disabilities on December 3, Cayle White, the 14Y’s Benefits Coordinator, is sharing her…

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