DD Awareness Materials
New 2010 Awareness Poster: Everyone Can Work!
With good planning and supports, Everyone can work.
Think “employment first” when planning for the future with people with developmental disabilities. It works!
For a copy of Oregon’s “Employment First” policy, go to http://www.ocdd.org or http://www.arcoregon.org
Download: New 2010 Awareness Poster: Everyone Can Work! (PDF: 197 KB)
Respectful Language Postcard Now Available!
Our poster promoting respectful language is now available as a 4x6 postcard.
Message on the front: “Some words do hurt. Using the word ‘retard’ is not cool, funny or hip – it’s just thoughtless. No matter how the word is used, it is hurtful to people with disabilities. Think about your words. Don’t use words that hurt.‿ Message on the back: “The Oregon Council on Developmental Disabilities and The Arc of Oregon encourage you to use respectful language. To order postcards, call 503-945-9941 or go to http://www.ocdd.org.
TO PRINT AN 8.5 x 11 VERSION OF THE POSTER, PLEASE CLICK ON THE PDF ON THE RIGHT.
When you hear the “R‿ word spoken or see it in print, you can use this postcard to let people know how you feel. Space is provided for writing a personalized message. Send postcards to the media, to public officials, to neighbors or to anyone who needs educating about respectful language!
To order place an order, email us at or call 503-945-9941.
Get Informed, Get Involved, Get Results
Download: Get Informed, Get Involved, Get Results (PDF: 728 KB)
