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Partners in Policymaking (PIP) is sponsored by New Jersey Council on Developmental Disabilities (NJCDD). The Partners in Policymaking program prepares the next generation of disability advocates to work toward meaningful change in New Jersey. Participants learn about best practices and important advocacy areas from national advocates, self-advocates, experts, and professionals.
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(PIP) Partners in PolicyMaking – The New Jersey Council on Developmental Disabilities 1 (609) 292-3745 1 (800) 792-8858 Monday – Friday 9 AM – 5 PM Facebook page opens in new window YouTube page opens in new window X page opens in new window NJCDD Program & Activities Community Building Awards Legislative Disability Caucus Diversity, Equity, Inclusion Eye on Advocacy E-Newsletter People & Families Magazine Legislative Disability Caucus Safety in Licensed Residences Family Guides & Handbooks Statewide Meeting Archives Legislative Disability Caucus Family Guides & Handbooks Statewide Meeting Archives Health & Safety White Paper Community Innovation Projects Certifications & Assurances Leadership Training Support Fund Division of Developmental Disabilities Resources Eye on Advocacy E-Newsletter People & Families Magazine Common Ground NJ Special Ed (PIP) Partners in PolicyMaking (PIP) Partners in PolicyMaking Partners in Policymaking, (PIP) has been part of the work of the NJCDD since 1996.
Currently, the program is being provided under contract by The Boggs Center. The goal of this program is to prepare the next generation of disability advocates to work toward meaningful change in our state. Selected participants learn about best practices and important areas for advocacy from nationally-known advocates, self-advocates, experts, and professionals.
This leadership development and advocacy education program for adults with developmental disabilities and family members plays a vital role in helping New Jersey to fulfill the spirit of the Developmental Disabilities and Bill of Rights Act, to “assure that individuals with developmental disabilities and their families participate in the design of and have access to needed community services, individualized supports, and other forms of assistance that promote self-determination, independence, productivity, and integration and inclusion in all facets of community life.
” The program, implemented over the course of a year, is comprised of three curricular components. 1) A monthly series; including eight in-person, intensive, weekend educational sessions. 2) Leadership Development integrated into each session, and 3) Homework assignments, including the development of an Advocacy Action Plan that will evolve throughout their participation.
Why Partners? Check out our video to learn more about the program and hear from graduates about their experiences. For more information contact colleen.
mclaughlin@rutgers. edu and jaime. zahid@rutgers.
edu .
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Adults with developmental disabilities and family members of individuals with developmental disabilities. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
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Community Economic Development Projects is sponsored by Administration for Children and Families (ACF), Office of Community Services (OCS). This program awards discretionary funds to Community Development Corporations (CDCs) for well-planned, financially viable, and innovative projects to enhance job creation and business development for individuals with low income. The goal is to address objectives such as decreasing dependency on federal programs, chronic unemployment, and community deterioration in urban and rural areas.
Adoption Opportunities is sponsored by Administration for Children and Families (ACF), Children's Bureau. This program aims to eliminate barriers to adoption and provide permanent, loving home environments for children from foster care, particularly those with special needs. It supports activities that promote knowledge development and services for children and families.