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

Awareness matters, but funding is critical. The I/DD community and its dedicated workforce rely on stable, sustained fun...
03/13/2026

Awareness matters, but funding is critical. The I/DD community and its dedicated workforce rely on stable, sustained funding to ensure uninterrupted, high-quality care. Without it, essential services are at risk. We must continue to speak up for those who cannot always advocate for themselves. Together, we can protect services, strengthen the workforce, and invest in the people who depend on them. đź“Ł Fill out this form to urge your legislators to prioritize increased funding today: https://bit.ly/4cav5wG

UPCOMING FREE DEIB WEBINAR with New York Alliance for Inclusion and Innovation DEIB In Action – Training on DEIB with Em...
03/12/2026

UPCOMING FREE DEIB WEBINAR with New York Alliance for Inclusion and Innovation

DEIB In Action – Training on DEIB with Employee-Centered Strategies

Thursday, March 19 at 1 pm EST

Effective Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) training goes beyond one-size-fits-all workshops. Generic DEIB training often fails to engage employees or address their specific concerns, leading to low participation and minimal impact. Employee-centered learning plans ensure that training is relevant, inclusive, and actionable, increasing the likelihood of sustained change.

Join us and learn how to tailor training to the unique needs, learning preferences, and cultural contexts of employees. This workshop will explore how to design and implement DEIB training plans that resonate with all staff members and drive meaningful behavioral change. We’ll also have the chance to brainstorm ideas to apply at your organization.

After attending this session, attendees will learn how to:
1. Assess the diverse learning needs and preferences of employees to inform DEIB training design.
2. Design multichannel learning opportunities that meet employees where they are.
3. Evaluate the effectiveness of their education efforts.

Learn more and register by visiting the Regional Centers for Workforce Transformation website: https://www.workforcetransformation.org/upcomingevents/deib-in-action-training-on-deib-with-employee-centered-strategies/

Yesterday, we filled the Capitol with a strong and clear message: New York must invest in I/DD services and the workforc...
03/11/2026

Yesterday, we filled the Capitol with a strong and clear message: New York must invest in I/DD services and the workforce that cares for them. Thank you to everyone who showed up, spoke up, and stood together. Our work is far from over - we will continue to fight for meaningful change. Please share this post.

ICYMI: The latest DSP Talk episode features NY Alliance's very own Monica Robinson! Drawing from her own experience as a...
03/10/2026

ICYMI: The latest DSP Talk episode features NY Alliance's very own Monica Robinson! Drawing from her own experience as a DSP and within the larger field, she discusses the tools one needs to successfully transition from a DSP role into a frontline supervisor one. Available wherever you listen to podcasts.

⏰Final reminder - we're rallying today at 11:30! It's time to show why funding matters. Please stand with us as we call ...
03/10/2026

⏰Final reminder - we're rallying today at 11:30! It's time to show why funding matters. Please stand with us as we call on legislators for a 2.7% targeted inflationary increase, CareForce affordability initiatives, and childcare and healthcare enhancements. Your neighbors are counting on you.

📢Tomorrow's the day! At 11:30, we will be gathering at the Capitol in Albany to demand action and real, continued invest...
03/09/2026

📢Tomorrow's the day! At 11:30, we will be gathering at the Capitol in Albany to demand action and real, continued investment in I/DD services and the care system. If you haven't RSVP'd yet, please do so here: https://bit.ly/4qkfZIy

We hope to see you there!

Our Member Monday spotlight this week focuses on NYC and Birch Family Services! For over 50 years, Birch Family Services...
03/09/2026

Our Member Monday spotlight this week focuses on NYC and Birch Family Services! For over 50 years, Birch Family Services has not only adapted to meet the needs of the time, but pioneered forward in its work.

International Women’s Day is a day meant to highlight women’s accomplishments and the need for their equal treatment in ...
03/08/2026

International Women’s Day is a day meant to highlight women’s accomplishments and the need for their equal treatment in society, and women with I/DD are no exception. Today, we are spotlighting three women with I/DD who made important strides and accomplishments both in and out of the disability field: Harriet Tubman, Temple Grandin, and Lois Curtis.

https://msmagazine.com/2022/02/10/harriet-tubman-disability-democracy/
https://blogs.uoregon.edu/autismhistoryproject/people/temple-grandin-1947/
https://disabilityrightsflorida.org/blog/entry/lois_curtis_and_her_legacy_on_disability_rights

RCWT’s next Statewide General Meeting is set for next Friday! This interactive meeting will provide attendees, particula...
03/06/2026

RCWT’s next Statewide General Meeting is set for next Friday! This interactive meeting will provide attendees, particularly those new to their positions, with updates, resources, and tools to strengthen our collective efforts in creating a strong, inclusive, and person-centered workforce. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, collaborate, and transform together! Learn more and register here: https://www.workforcetransformation.org/upcomingevents/statewide-general-meeting-46/

March 1972 saw the founding of the Berkeley Center for Independent Living, the first independent living center in the Un...
03/05/2026

March 1972 saw the founding of the Berkeley Center for Independent Living, the first independent living center in the United States. Thanks to the collaboration of disability activists such as Ed Roberts, Hale Zukas, and Jan McEwan Brown, the center created a model for future independent living centers, with over 400 now in existence.
https://thecil.org/about-us/our-history/

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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.