Educate. Integrate. Advocate.
The easiest way to help Sherwood Advocate is to educate yourself. With the resources and websites listed below, gain a better understanding of the issues we are taking to our Legislators.
Local Organizations Supporting Individuals With Disabilities
Click on their logos to visit each individual organizations website!
The Arc of Washington State’s mission is to advocate for the rights and full participation of all people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Along with our network of members and chapters, we support and empower individuals and families; connect and inform individuals and families; improve support and service systems; influence public policy; increase public awareness; and inspire inclusive communities.
The Arc fosters respect and access for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families, giving them the power to achieve a full and satisfying life.
Initially founded in 1974 as Rehabilitation Enterprises of WA, the Community Employment Alliance is a non-profit organization, with a membership network of businesses and employment service providers for people with disabilities throughout Washington State.
Self-Advocates in Leadership (SAIL) is a statewide coalition in Washington State of people with developmental disabilities. SAIL Coalition strives to shape public policies that affect the lives of people with developmental disabilities.
WEE CARE Coalition was created to support advocacy for infants and toddlers with disabilities and their need for stable and equitable funding in Washington State.