Celebrating Disability Employment Awareness Month
People with disabilities have the highest unemployment rate in the nation. Yet they are ready, willing, and able to do the work our country needs. As an organization advancing social justice, S:US is ...
“Anything’s Possible” for S:US: Scenes from Developmental Disabilities Championships
Mary, who’s been with S:US since 2008, is always a fan of the arts and crafts table. But this time, she was excited to enter the races as a runner. “Every time they have this, I always come to gro...
Opinion: On food assistance, we’re flying blind
New York City needs to track exactly who is at risk of losing SNAP benefits and who has already fallen off the rolls to determine where help is most needed.
S:US holds annual Developmental Disabilities Championships in Astoria Park
“People with developmental disabilities haven’t been afforded the same choices as everyone else,” Santos said. “This event is really about ensuring that they have the same opportunities that y...
New Yorkers with Developmental Disabilities Take Center Stage at Annual Championships
“Our Developmental Disabilities Championships help people build relationships, pursue their goals, and be part of a community where they can thrive,” said Monica Santos, Chief Program Officer. “...
