Move Forward

09/07/2026

06/29/2026

Lonnie Bunch's lunch contained no grand showdown over the Smithsonian's direction, but rather turned into a "charm offensive" by Trump.

06/29/2026

Today is the anniversary of Olmstead v. L.C., the Supreme Court decision that affirmed the right of people with disabilities to live in their communities. And today, that right is at risk.

A new Department of Justice opinion says the federal government may stop enforcing one of the strongest protections people with disabilities have against institutionalization.

This opinion doesn’t erase Olmstead or take away the regulations that protect community living. But it’s dangerous because rights mean less when the federal government refuses to enforce them.

Our Senior Executive Officer Shira Wakschlag, told NPR: “This opinion is a direct threat to decades of progress toward community living for people with disabilities. People with disabilities shouldn't be forced into institutions because a state refuses to provide services in the community.”

Olmstead has helped millions be a part of their communities and live the lives they choose. We cannot go backward.

Read the NPR article: https://www.npr.org/2026/06/20/nx-s1-5865100/doj-memo-trump-disability-civil-rights-institutionalization

05/19/2026

This month's DDD Update Webinar is next Thursday!

To register, go to this link: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/9002977581828035162

05/18/2026

Collingsweird is hiring! We're looking to hire three people to help with day-of tasks at the Collingsweird Summer Bummer Fest 3 happening on Sunday, May 31st at the Collingswood Grand Ballroom.

The job:
Helping with set up, welcome guests as they enter, distribute event programs..... nothing too crazy. Pay is $20/hour. Minimum 7 hours. Start time 8am. Must be at least 18 years old and comfortable with talking to people.

Interested?
Drop us a line at [email protected]. Please include your name, cell number and little bit about yourself. Social links optional, but appreciated. Thanks!

04/25/2026

The Center School is hiring! Join a team dedicated to supporting students as they build skills for independence and employment success.

Currently seeking:
✨ Transition Teacher
✨ Job Coach

🔗 Apply here: https://www.applitrack.com/CenterSchoolNJ/onlineapp/

Please share with your networks and help us spread the word!

04/18/2026

The NJ Department of Human Services (DHS) is seeking volunteers to serve on the Disability Mortality and Abuse Prevention Advisory Committee, established under P.L. 2025, c. 282. The purpose of the Committee is to critically review select cases of abuse and neglect, evaluate government systems’ responses to such cases, identify areas for improvement in preventing abuse, and suggest methods to improve the investigation process.

Among others, the task force is seeking a self-advocate with I/DD and a family member of an individual with I/DD who receive services from either the Department of Children and Families or the Division of Developmental Disabilities. The link below will bring you to the PDF with application instructions:https://www.nj.gov/humanservices/ddd/documents/news/dhs-mortality-abuse-prevention-committee-invitation.pdf