In this guide learn six strategies that enable people with disability to be active and contributing members of their communities. The workbook emphasises that human connection is essential for well-being, safety and a fulfilling life. People with disability often face social isolation and this guide provides steps to foster genuine community inclusion not through segregated programs but by connecting individuals with others who share their passions. 

The guide challenges assumptions that people with disability belong only in specialised settings. Instead, it promotes typical, valued roles in everyday community life. It also encourages supporters to be intentional, persistent and strategic in building bridges between individuals and their communities. The six steps are designed to thoughtfully support someone to build meaningful connections and take purposeful steps toward that goal.

6 Steps

Step 1: Start with the person
Step 2: Discover community
Step 3: Identify the right community
Step 4: Connect with the right support
Step 5: Strengthen participation
Step 6: Sustain common-unity