Developmental Pathways

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Using Person-first and Identity-first Language

When discussing individuals with disabilities, you may hear people use both person-first language and identity-first language. You might wonder: “Which one should I use?” Staff at DP typically use both approaches when speaking about the services and diagnoses of individuals and families depending on their personal preferences. We hope to offer a brief explanation of

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Expanding DP’s DEI Work to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA)

We are thrilled to announce the expansion of our DEI work to officially include “Accessibility.” Our DEI efforts will now be updated to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA)! DP has continually been committed to providing equitable access to employment opportunities, resources, and supports for individuals of all abilities. We will continue to work alongside

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