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The NIC Committee on Accessibility Ministries supports congregations, clergy, and churches in becoming more accessible to all by working to eliminate barriers. We do this by:
- awarding annual grants to churches working on accessibility projects
- consulting with congregations exploring improvements and connecting them with resources
- hosting workshops on accessibility topics
- focusing on neurodiversity and authentic welcome and inclusion of people living with mental illness
- coordinating information about accessible churches and parsonages
- advocating for fully physically accessible buildings
CONTACT:
Violet Johnicker
847.651.4857 / violetjohnicker@gmail.com
Our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/accessibilityministriesnic
Upcoming Events
TBD
Resources:
- National Alliance of Mental Health COVID-19 Information Guide
- How To Make a Church More Accessible
- Certification in Ministry to people with disabilities
- Quick Look for Volunteer Emergency Responders, A Guide for Aiding Persons With Disabilities (Amazon)