As a social work student, one of the first things I learned was about the importance of ethics and values in practice. The National Association of Social Workers (NASW) proposes ethical principles that are meant to provide a foundation of ideals and reflect the six core values of social work: values [...]
Want to know a non-profit secret? Small monthly donations can have just as much impact as a large, one-time donation. Sure, those big checks with commas are photographed and shared everywhere, but the truth is, monthly recurring donations are predictable income and so very important to the financial well-being of [...]
We share a community rich in social and economic opportunity. But too often, our community members with disabilities face barriers to the opportunities many of us value. Together, we can look to the sidelines. Who is being excluded? Who doesn’t have a seat at our table? Here at Integrate for [...]
One way that Integrate for Good works with the communities we serve is through our Empowerment Lab program. Empowerment Lab is designed based on the doctoral research of IFG’s founder and executive director, which demonstrated that individuals who are connected to their communities are more likely to be employed, more [...]
Social Role Valorization: A Basic Overview & Defining Important Terms Have you ever noticed that people who are more valued by society or who hold roles that society values get to experience more of the “good things” in life? This phenomenon is explained by the Social Role Valorization (SRV) theory. [...]
When a person lives with a life-altering disability, their families may feel a sense of loss. Feelings that may be associated with this are different than those that are associated with a death-related loss. Many families and caregivers of a family member who lives with a disability may experience ambiguous [...]
Throughout American history, many groups have been oppressed due to their identity. But as history moves forward, diversity is becoming widely accepted—Pride Month celebrates diversity within sexuality, Black History Month celebrates racial diversity and accomplishments of Black Americans and Jewish Heritage Month celebrates religious diversity and the fight against anti-Semitism. [...]
What is an Empowerment Lab? Integrate for Good’s innovative programs employ a strengths-based approach to professional and interpersonal development for people of all abilities. Empowerment Lab, having just celebrated its fifth cohort of graduates, is no exception. Empowerment Lab is an initiative designed for transition-age high school students aimed at [...]
Recently, our 2021 cohort of students graduated our Empowerment Lab program. We are so proud of them and we know they will accomplish so much! Get to know them by reading their bios below. Andy Lyle Andy enjoys staying active and tries to build any type of movement into his [...]
When people with disabilities engage in volunteer opportunities, the joy they experience is evident. The rewards don’t end there. People who work alongside these volunteers also gain from the experience. Read on to learn three ways people of all abilities benefit from volunteering together. Volunteerism builds connections between people of [...]
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