The Arc Wisconsin

08/06/2026

08/05/2026

There is an important election next week!

If you still have your absentee ballot, I recommend you put in a ballot drop box or bring it to your municipal clerk rather than risk putting it in the mail right now.

08/05/2026

Boosting for Awareness!
Special Olympics Fair coordinated by DSAW-South Central @ Keva Sports in Middleton on Saturday, August 15, from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM!!
Here is the link for more information and to register via Google Form: [https://www.dsaw.org/event/special-olympics-fair/]

08/05/2026

Weekly advocacy tip:

Prepare an Elevator Speech
The Tip: Imagine you bump into your representative in a hallway or at a community fair and have exactly 30 seconds of their attention. Practice summarizing your issue, your solution, and your specific request in three concise sentences.

Why it works: Opportunities in advocacy happen fast. Being able to deliver a clear, high-impact message without stuttering or rambling ensures you never waste a surprise window of access.

08/04/2026

Do you know someone who goes above and beyond to improve community supports for individuals with disabilities? Do they support self-determination? Nominate them for a Diehard Award in one of the following two categories: Professional Advocate and Self-Advocate/Grassroots advocate.

A Diehard is a person who has made a significant contribution to the advocacy work here in Wisconsin. A diehard is someone with a strong commitment to community integration and self-determination. Diehards go above and beyond to make sure everyone is counted.

Awards will be presented at the Self-Determination Conference on Tuesday, October 20 at 5:30 p.m. at the Kalahari Resort and Conference Center Wisconsin Dells. (during dinner)

Nomination Forms must be submitted by August 14, 2026.

Nomination Form Link: https://shorturl.at/bFsT8

08/03/2026

Did you know about this great resource? Check it out.
https://thearcatschool.org/

07/30/2026

07/29/2026

🎤 Chapter Spotlight: The Arc-Dane County 🎤

For years, The Arc-Dane County has been helping create opportunities for children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities to thrive through advocacy, education, and community inclusion. Their work helps build a community where everyone is respected, valued, and empowered to reach their full potential. 🌟
Some of their projects are Fishing with Bob, Just Ask Project, and meeting with legislators.

Thank you, The Arc-Dane County, for making Dane County a stronger, more inclusive place for all! 👏

Here is their website for more information:

The Arc - Dane County works to create opportunities for children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities to reach their full potential by creating acceptance, respect and participation in the community through advocacy, education and information.

07/28/2026

Another good article in spirit of Disabilty Pride month:

Some days I can do the thing. Some days the thing takes all my energy to do.

07/28/2026

Happy Disability Pride month,
A quick reminder!