Belonging By Design

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"But I Have a Special Needs Ministry" access and equity accessibility planning congregational inclusion disability inclusion exclusion in faith spaces growth strategy inclusive leadership

It's one of the most common replies we hear when we introduce Belonging by Design™ to a place of worship.

"Thanks, but we're all set, we already have a Special Needs Ministry."

And honestly? That's ...

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Belonging Starts with Accessibility: A Call to Faith Communities access and equity accessibility belonging congregational inclusion disability inclusion faith and accessibility faith community leadership inclusive faith communities universal design worship accessibility

When people think of accessibility, they often imagine ramps, reserved parking spaces, or wide doors. But in faith communities, accessibility is something much deeper, it is spiritual wellness.

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Faith Communities Are Leaving People Behind. Accessibility Can Change It. accessibility belonging culture change disability inclusion equity vs equality exclusion in faith spaces faith community leadership inclusive faith communities inclusive leadership organizational accessibility worship accessibility

Walk into almost any house of worship on a weekend, and you’ll find a welcoming spirit. Greeters at the door. Smiling faces. A bulletin handed to every person who enters. But look closer, and you’ll a...

The Inclusive Advantage

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