Disability inclusion

Easterseals Autism Caregiver Video Series Launch Honors Actors and Crew

The video series was developed by Easterseals Southern California’s (ESSC) Autism Services to support families through the caregiving process by means of relatable storytelling. 

Easterseals Southern California Raises $170,000 at 23rd Annual ‘Strides for Disability’

Strides raised $170,000, which will directly support Easterseals programs and participants while furthering disability inclusion in our community.

Accessibility and the Bottom Line: A DEIA Panel Discussion with L.A. Times B2B

During the L.A. Times B2B DEIA Forum, Autism Services VP of Training and Quality, Alyssa Kavner, discussed in-depth on what it takes for a business to have a fully accessible workplace and how it impacts the bottom line, employees, and customers positively.

Easterseals SoCal Participants Volunteer at Comic-Con

Easterseals Adult Day Services participants with disabilities volunteered at Comic-Con 2023 in San Diego.

Talking about Accessibility and DEI at SXSW

Easterseals Disability Services participated in a South by Southwest (SXSW) panel to ensure that diversity, equity, and inclusion were among the conversations. 

Disability in Pop Culture: 4 Influencers with Disabilities Making Waves in Entertainment

Take a look at just a few of the many voices who are making waves for disability representation and authentic storytelling in entertainment and beyond.

Easterseals Perspective: Exploring Disparities Black Children with Disabilities Face in Education

Director of Therapy Services Michele Dew reflects on Easterseals’ contribution to the Bellwether study and the report’s significance during Black History Month.

Disability in Pop Culture: Contestants with Disabilities Overcome Physical, Mental, and Endurance Barriers on CBS’ Survivor 

Take a look at how Survivor has made it their mission to create a more inclusive environment for contestants with disabilities.    

Digital Inclusion Week: How Easterseals SoCal is Closing the Digital Divide

Explore these Easterseals SoCal programs that are closing the digital divide for people with disabilities.

Participants Create ‘Our Voices Matter’ Advocacy Group

Easterseals Southern California participants have created a monumental advocacy group called Our Voices Matter (OVM) to advocate for their rights and the rights of their peers.