March is Developmental Disability Awareness Month and it's the perfect opportunity to change the conversation to focus on abilities instead of disabilities. Let's be committed to creating a more inclusive workforce, a more inclusive society and more inclusive communities. We'll all be better for it. | Brian Calley

Building a more inclusive and equitable society requires active advocacy. At Opportunity Village, we believe every voice deserves to be heard. Here we dive into the vital role of advocacy for individuals with developmental disabilities and how Opportunity Village empowers families & self-advocates every day. Discover why our advocacy work extends beyond awareness months and is a continuous commitment. ➡️ Learn more about upcoming OV Family Advocacy events: www.OVFamily.org/ video: a compilation

A single mom with an intellectual disability reveals how happy and scared she was to raise her daughter. But that didn't stop her from giving it all she's got, no matter what. This story is part of the #WhoWeAre series, a project of Upworthy StoryCorps. | Upworthy