July 2024

Explore A Community Reflection on Disability Pride Month via Rooted in Rights, an organization that uses accessible digital media to advance the dignity, equality, and self-determination of people with disabilities

Disability rights advocates have been breaking down barriers so all people with disabilities can thrive. One leading advocate discusses what else needs to change to create more inclusive communities on the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Culture of Health blog.

The American Association of People with Disabilities works to increase the political and economic power of people with disabilities. As a national disability-led and cross-disability rights organization, AAPD advocates for full civil rights for over 60 million Americans with disabilities by promoting equal opportunity, economic power, independent living, and political participation.

FACT has released an issue brief on people with disabilities, along with additional resources. The research is intended to highlight models and strategies that are proven to be effective in preventing and treating family violence and provide tools for local communities to improve the provision of services.

Sportable provides sporting opportunities in Central Virginia to individuals with physical disabilities and visual impairments through a variety of competitive and recreational adaptive sports programs in a fun, inclusive, competitive, and accessible environment.

Recognizing Healing-Centered Community Practices as a Complement to Trauma-Informed Interventions and Services is a brief from The Praxis Project, a national movement support intermediary committed to capacity building for social change. Our emphasis is on developing fields of work in ways that encourage multi-level, trans-disciplinary learning and collaboration across issues, across the country, and across the globe.

Trauma-Informed Schools & Students with Learning Differences

In advance of this month's call with CTIPP CAN (Campaign for Trauma-Informed Policy & Practice Community Advocacy Network), you are invited you to explore their reports on Trauma-Informed Schools and Students with Learning Differences. Learn more and register on the CTIPP website.

Lift Up Virginia (LUV)

Whether a student or teacher, caregiver or legislator, we’re all united by the desire to heal through connection. How does this work? By showing up for one another, sharing what we’ve been through, and integrating what we learn into our everyday lives. Find inspiration, find resources, and find a home in the LUV community.

Not yet a member? Sign up on the LUV portal.

Virginia HEALS Toolkit

The Virginia HEALS toolkit is a free resource that includes a Community Resource Mapping Facilitation Guide, Trauma-Informed Screening Course, Referral and Response Protocol, Family Engagement Guide, Trauma-Informed Agency Assessment, and Grant Application Development Menu for Funders.

Mindful Mondays and Trauma-Informed Technique Tuesdays

SCAN is offering new 30-minute mini trainings to provide space for discussion and to foster professional and personal growth. Learn more and download a flyer, and register on our trainings website.