CI is a designated University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities, part of a national network of similar programs in major universities and teaching hospitals across the country. The Institute is home to over 70 projects and six Affiliated Centers, addressing disability issues across the lifespan. Mission ICI improves policies and practices to ensure that all children, youth, and adults with disabilities, and those receiving educational supports, are valued by and contribute to their communities of choice. Vision ICI’s work results in communities that are inclusive and where persons with disabilities, and those receiving educational supports, are included, belong, and have valued roles throughout their lives. Values Inclusion – We recognize that all humans have the inalienable right to be • included in all aspects of community life. Diversity – We honor the wide range of human differences, including but • not limited to race, ethnicity, culture, language, physical or cognitive ability, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, age, social class, religious or ethical values system, national origin, and political beliefs. Equity – We believe deeply in social justice that guarantees equal • economic, political, and social rights and opportunities for all people and that dismantles systemic disparities and unjust policies and practices that unfairly disadvantage individuals with disabilities and their families and English Learners and their families. Self-determination – We believe that all people should have the degree of • control they desire over those things in life that are important to them. Data-informed practice and policy – We believe our work must be • grounded in data to ensure maximum outcomes and use of public investments in programs and services for persons with disabilities, their families, and our communities.
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Participation opportunities with Dignity Alliance Dignity Alliance	Workgroup	Workgroup lead	Email
with Dignity Alliance	Participation opportunities with Dignity Alliance Dignity Alliance	General Membership	Bill Henning Paul Lanzikos	bhenning@bostoncil.org paul.lanzikos@gmail.com

The Dignity Digest Issue # 77 February 18, 2022 www.DignityAllianceMA.org