Accessibility Bridge Corporation 4660 Crain Hwy #1622, White Plains, MD 20695
Mission, Vision, Work, Values and Goals
Our Mission
Advancing Inclusion
Our mission is to promote the inclusion of individuals with disabilities by providing resources that support them and their families. Our initiatives focus on reducing barriers, increasing access, and enabling individuals with disabilities to engage in numerous aspects of life.
Empowering Through Connection
We encourage families, friends, caregivers, educators, and others to foster the empowerment of individuals with disabilities by facilitating connections to vital information and services. By doing so, we promote community integration and support individuals in building strong, inclusive networks.
Strengthening Community Partnerships
We partner with organizations to build their capacity to support individuals with disabilities by helping them design programs, implement strategies, and monitor results. Our goal is to foster inclusive environments for all.
Our Vision
Active Allyship for Disability Inclusion
Being an active ally is essential to fostering positive change and advancing inclusion practices for individuals with disabilities. This involves demonstrating enthusiasm and consistent support for their independence-driven pursuits across various aspects of life. By actively facilitating opportunities in employment, housing, education, athletics, social systems, and healthcare, allies help create environments that respect and empower people with disabilities. The goal is to ensure that independence and dignity are prioritized, enabling individuals to thrive within inclusive communities.
OUR WORK
Our Approach
We are dedicated to empowering individuals with disabilities by supporting their journey toward independence, stability, and personal growth. Central to this mission is our commitment to equipping their supporters with the essential knowledge and resources required to facilitate lasting, positive change.
Guiding Principles and Community Engagement
Our organization’s work is shaped by the lived experiences of our leaders, staff, and volunteers, who bring invaluable perspectives from their own lives and from the connections they maintain within the disability community. These relationships form the foundation of our approach and ensure that our efforts remain relevant and impactful.
Collaborative Partnerships
We enhance our initiatives by building strong partnerships with a wide range of stakeholders, including service providers, agencies, foundations, businesses, individuals, educational institutions, corporations, and nonprofit organizations. Through these collaborations, we can deliver programs that are both effective and financially responsible.
Key Initiatives and Programs
Our work encompasses a variety of initiatives, with smaller programs focused on community engagement and education, athletics, and fostering greater inclusion. Each program is designed to address specific needs within the disability community, while reinforcing our commitment to accessibility and empowerment.
Distinctive Resource Delivery Model
Accessibility Bridge is distinguished by its unique model for delivering resources, which is guided by a thoughtfully curated collection of inclusive tools and supports. The founder’s lifelong dedication to the inclusion movement is evident in the organization’s adherence to high standards of excellence and best practices.
Organizational Culture and Commitment
We cultivate an environment where both staff and volunteers are encouraged to flourish, contribute their best efforts, and value their roles within our mission. This shared dedication ensures that every individual with a disability receives the support they need, and that no one is left behind.
OUR GOALS
At the core of our mission are the following goals, each one essential to advancing accessibility, inclusion, and empowerment for individuals with disabilities:
Promoting Accessibility and Universal Design
We strive to ensure that environments, products, and services are accessible to everyone by championing universal design principles.
Educating the Public about Inclusion
We’re dedicated to raising public awareness about the value of inclusion and sharing how inclusive practices benefit the entire community.
Building a Vibrant Alliance
We work to create an active and engaged network of supporters and resources that align closely with our mission, strengthening our collective impact.
Projecting Positive Representations
We are committed to sharing positive images and representations of children and adults with disabilities, challenging stereotypes and promoting dignity and respect.
Providing Information, Resources, and Training
We offer essential information, resources, and specialized training on inclusion and disability-related topics for community members who interact with Individuals with disabilities.
Boosting Influence and Self-Advocacy
We actively support efforts to increase the influence of individuals with disabilities and empower them to advocate for themselves.
Expanding Employment Opportunities
We encourage more workplaces to hire individuals with disabilities, fostering greater diversity and inclusion in the workforce.
Inspiring Personal Growth
We aim to inspire and motivate individuals with disabilities to pursue their personal goals, supporting their development and achievements.
Encouraging Family and Caregiver Involvement
We encourage families and caregivers to play a more active role in advocating for and supporting their loved ones with disabilities.
OUR VALUES
- Inclusion
- Equity
- Accommodation
- Collaboration
- Accessibility
- Viable Choices
- Community