NY Alliance

NY Alliance NYSACRA is a catalyst and leading advocate for people who have developmental disabilities and organizations that support them.

The New York Alliance for Inclusion and Innovation, a statewide association of non-profit providers, is the result of the coming together of NYSACRA and NYSRA; both representing 40 years, respectively, of advancing the interests of provider organizations

In the latest DSP Chat, host Asheley Blaise navigates concerns about AI replacing DSPs, emphasizing AI's role in elimina...
04/28/2026

In the latest DSP Chat, host Asheley Blaise navigates concerns about AI replacing DSPs, emphasizing AI's role in eliminating repetitive tasks and enhancing support quality. Key insights into the ethical considerations of AI are explored, from the need for DSP involvement in tech development to the importance of human judgment and empathy. Available wherever you listen to podcasts.

Our Member Monday feature looks to the lower Hudson Valley this week with the work of Richmond Community Services! Start...
04/27/2026

Our Member Monday feature looks to the lower Hudson Valley this week with the work of Richmond Community Services! Starting from one nurse's efforts to make a difference, Richmond Community Services multiplies those efforts across the entire Westchester area.

On April 17th, 1857, Ohio enacted a law creating what would become the Columbus Developmental Center, Ohio’s first resid...
04/23/2026

On April 17th, 1857, Ohio enacted a law creating what would become the Columbus Developmental Center, Ohio’s first residential school for people with I/DD. While support had stalled in the past, a lecture the previous year to the state legislature from the superintendent of New York’s system, alongside two students of that system, helped give the bill the necessary momentum to pass.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Columbus_Developmental_Center
https://archive.org/details/historicalcollec01inhowe

We’d like to thank everyone who made our 2026 Annual Conference a smashing success! From our attendees to our sponsors t...
04/22/2026

We’d like to thank everyone who made our 2026 Annual Conference a smashing success! From our attendees to our sponsors to our keynote speakers and everyone in between, this event would not have had anywhere near the impact it did without all of you!

As we celebrate National Diversity Month, we’re reminded that diversity and inclusion aren’t just ideals, they’re the co...
04/22/2026

As we celebrate National Diversity Month, we’re reminded that diversity and inclusion aren’t just ideals, they’re the cornerstones of thriving communities. Human services leaders must understand that fostering cultures of belonging, designing equitable systems, and community-building are what lead to impact, adaptability, and sustainability.

To help leaders improve their competency for this, our DEIB toolkit provides lessons, strategies, skills, and tools in the Activate and Empower Section that utilize the Equity Warrior Strategies Community Building Framework. Here are five competencies to advance community building:

Active Listening & Equity-Centered Empathy: Leaders must actively listen to community voices while acknowledging their own biases, privileges, and blind spots. This competency is foundational for awareness and connection, where leaders must recognize how power imbalances shape perceptions and engagement.

Power-Aware Relationship & Trust-Building: Trust-building isn’t neutral. Privilege and power dynamics inherently shape relationships. Leaders must redistribute power by sharing authority, acknowledging historical inequities, and creating space for marginalized groups to lead.

Equitable Collaboration: Collaboration requires leaders to co-create strategies while addressing power imbalances. This means sharing decision-making authority, valuing lived experiences, and challenging biases in how contributions are perceived.

Anti-Racist Strategic Thinking & Goal Alignment: Strategic planning must interrogate bias and privilege in goal-setting. Leaders need to question whose goals are prioritized and ensure strategies do not reproduce systemic inequities.

Inclusive Facilitation & Bias-Aware Engagement: Facilitation must explicitly counter bias and create opportunities for marginalized voices to lead. This competency is critical for engagement, and leaders must design processes that mitigate power imbalances and amplify diverse perspectives.

Belonging is a journey, and if your leaders can't cultivate this journey, your nonprofit’s impact is in jeopardy. Visit the DEIB Toolkit on RCWT's website for tools and resources to help you lead with impact.

NY Alliance is in the legislature today for Angelo Santabarbara's Autism Action Day! Stop on by between 9 and 2 to visit...
04/22/2026

NY Alliance is in the legislature today for Angelo Santabarbara's Autism Action Day! Stop on by between 9 and 2 to visit us and learn how we support those with autism in New York State!

UPCOMING DEIB WEBINAR - Learn another way to apply our Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) Toolkit DEIB I...
04/21/2026

UPCOMING DEIB WEBINAR - Learn another way to apply our Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) Toolkit

DEIB In Action – Creating a DEIB Plan to Eliminate Risk and Improve Equity

A well-structured DEIB Plan is essential for mitigating risks, ensuring compliance, and fostering an equitable workplace. Research shows that without a clear DEIB plan, organizations risk legal, program, financial, and reputational consequences, as well as missed opportunities to create an inclusive culture.

This workshop will guide a participant to create a DEIB plan for their agency, or just for their program or team. Come learn how to proactively address inequities, reduce turnover, and build a more resilient organization.

After attending this session, attendees will learn how to:
1. Conduct a DEIB audit to identify organizational risks, inequities, and opportunities for improvement.
2. Develop a DEIB plan with measurable goals, accountability structures, and integration into performance metrics.
3. Communicate the DEIB plan effectively to audiences, ensuring buy-in and alignment with organizational values.

Thursday, April 30 at 1 pm EST

Register on the Regional Centers for Workforce Transformation website.

This week, our Member Monday spotlight is proud to feature AHRC Nassau! The Arc New York chapter for Nassau County, AHRC...
04/20/2026

This week, our Member Monday spotlight is proud to feature AHRC Nassau! The Arc New York chapter for Nassau County, AHRC Nassau holds itself to a high standard of care and services that has lasted several decades.

RCWT invites you to the April 2026 Statewide Meeting! This interactive meeting will provide updates and resources to str...
04/17/2026

RCWT invites you to the April 2026 Statewide Meeting! This interactive meeting will provide updates and resources to strengthen our collective efforts, alongside a guest speaker discussing the benefits of mindful meditation. Whether you’re a Direct Support Professional, Frontline Supervisor, Administrator, trainer, or advocate, your voice is vital to this ongoing transformation. Learn more and register here: https://www.workforcetransformation.org/upcomingevents/statewide-general-meeting-47/

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Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
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The New York Alliance for Inclusion and Innovation (New York Alliance) envisions a society where people with disabilities live full, productive and meaningful lives with access to opportunities of independence, inclusion, employment and other life-enrichment experiences. We are committed to improving the lives of people with disabilities through our advocacy, advancement of public policy, education and training and technical assistance. Visit the New York Alliance at www.nyalliance.org to learn more.