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Some moments require more than reflection—they demand acknowledgment when something is unacceptable. A Fargo business owner recently used a derogatory slur on social media to describe a public official. This word demeans and dehumanizes people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This act was deliberate, not a misunderstanding or joke. Harmful language still appears in public spaces and causes real harm. We take this position based on values: dignity, accountabil

The Arc of North Dakota is proud to release our 2024–2025 Annual Report, highlighting a year of statewide advocacy, collaboration with local chapters, and meaningful impact for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This report reflects our commitment to removing barriers, strengthening supports, and elevating the voices of people with disabilities across our state. This year’s Annual Report highlights our statewide advocacy, key policy priorities, grow

The Arc of North Dakota recently submitted public comments on the proposed updates to the Behavioral Health Rehabilitative Services (BHRS) Manual, set to take effect in January 2026. After carefully reviewing the draft, we shared significant concerns about how these changes would affect people with autism and intellectual and developmental disabilities across our state. The proposed limits would dramatically reduce access to essential behavioral supports. Under the new struct

Once the name of our statewide newsletter — now a digital space for advocacy, opinion, and updates across North Dakota and beyond. For many years, The Arc of North Dakota Perspective  served as our statewide newsletter, connecting members with updates, stories, and important information about issues affecting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Today, we are proud to bring that tradition forward in a new format—one that reflects the pace of today’s