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Inclusive Design Expansion

By integrating inclusive design and adapting services to evolving community needs, organizations increase accessibility and participation for people with disabilities, because universally designed products and responsive programming reduce systemic barriers and promote dignity of choice. This strategy emphasizes both proactive design equity—such as creating accessible toys and camp experiences—and adaptive service innovation in response to emerging societal demands like veteran reintegration. Unlike traditional accessibility approaches that retrofit existing systems, this model embeds inclusion into the initial design and continuously evolves services through community feedback, making it distinct in its preventative and dynamic approach to equity.

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activities of orgs running this strategy

A sample of programmatic activities from the orgs above. These are what the strategy looks like on the ground.

  • Accessible camping and respite programs EASTER SEALS SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA INC
    direct service
    Has provided fully accessible camping experiences for over 50 years and offers caregiver respite services through the Retreat Yourself program in Chicagoland and Rockford.
  • Accessible camping experiences EASTER SEALS SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA INC
    direct service
    Has provided fully accessible camping experiences for campers and volunteers for over 50 years, serving as a core part of its long-term commitment to inclusive recreation.
  • Accessible camping programs EASTER SEALS SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA INC
    direct service
    Has provided fully accessible camping experiences for campers and volunteers for over 50 years, supporting inclusion and outdoor engagement for people with disabilities.
  • Accessible product guidance for families EASTER SEALS SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA INC
    direct service
    Published an accessible toy guide featuring 12 kid-tested and family-approved products for the 2025 holiday season to support families of children with disabilities.
  • Accessible product guidance for families EASTER SEALS SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA INC
    direct service
    Publishes an accessible toy guide featuring 12 kid-tested and family-approved products annually, such as for the 2025 holiday season, to support families of children with disabilities.
  • Accessible toy guide publication EASTER SEALS SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA INC
    direct service
    Published an accessible toy guide featuring 12 kid-tested and family-approved products for the 2025 holiday season to support families of children with disabilities.
  • Advocacy for disability rights EASTER SEALS SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA INC
    advocacy
    Advocated for the passage and implementation of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) through lobbying, public awareness campaigns, and ongoing efforts to ensure access to rights for people with disabilities.
  • Advocate for disability rights and policy change EASTER SEALS SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA INC
    advocacy
    Advocated for the passage and implementation of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) through lobbying, public awareness campaigns, and ongoing efforts to ensure access to rights.
  • Advocates for disability rights and policy change EASTER SEALS SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA INC
    advocacy
    Advocated for the passage and implementation of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) through lobbying, public awareness campaigns, and ongoing efforts to ensure access to rights.
  • Advocates for disability rights and policy change EASTER SEALS SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA INC
    advocacy
    Advocated for the passage and implementation of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) through lobbying, public awareness campaigns, and ongoing efforts to ensure access to rights for people with disabilities.
  • Advocates for disability rights and policy implementation EASTER SEALS SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA INC
    advocacy
    Conducted sustained advocacy efforts including lobbying and public awareness campaigns that contributed to the passage and implementation of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), ensuring greater access to rights for people with disabilities.
  • Advocates for disability rights and policy implementation EASTER SEALS SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA INC
    advocacy
    Conducts advocacy efforts including lobbying and public awareness campaigns, notably contributing to the passage and implementation of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to ensure equitable access and rights for people with disabilities.
  • Builds organizational and workforce capacity EASTER SEALS SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA INC
    capacity building
    Employs over 3,300 staff members across 8 counties and engages over 32,000 staff and 35,000 volunteers nationally to deliver services, supporting operational scale and program delivery.
  • Builds organizational capacity through staffing and volunteer engagement EASTER SEALS SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA INC
    capacity building
    Employs over 3,300 staff in Southern California across 8 counties and engages over 32,000 staff and 35,000 volunteers nationally to support program delivery.
  • Capacity building through staffing and volunteer engagement EASTER SEALS SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA INC
    capacity building
    Employs over 3,300 staff and engages more than 32,000 staff members and 35,000 volunteers annually nationwide to deliver services and sustain operations across its affiliate network.
  • Caregiver respite services EASTER SEALS SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA INC
    direct service
    Offers caregiver respite services through the Retreat Yourself program in Chicagoland and Rockford, providing critical support to families and caregivers.
  • Caregiver respite services EASTER SEALS SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA INC
    direct service
    Offers caregiver respite services through the Retreat Yourself program in Chicagoland and Rockford, providing critical support to families caring for individuals with disabilities.
  • Deliver community-customized services through a national affiliate network EASTER SEALS SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA INC
    direct service
    Operates a national network of 70 affiliates providing community-customized programs across the United States, serving over 1.5 million people annually, including over 29,000 individuals in Southern California alone.