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Prince and Agnes Cole speak on television news from their garage, surrounded by supplies. They both have disabilities.

Former MN LEND Fellows Speak on TV News

This television news story shows a Minnesota couple living with disabilities who built an accessible orphanage and clinic in Liberia.

Prince and Agnes Cole are former fellows of ICI’s MN LEND program. “Something I have noticed in the disability community, I have met so many people with really good attitudes. With a positive attitude, you can accomplish lots of achievements in this life."

Learn more about the Coles.

Amy Hewitt, Mikala Mukongolwa, Traci LaLiberte and others at the University of Namibia.

Namibia: Community-Driven Priorities

University of Minnesota leaders in child welfare and disability worked with Namibian stakeholders last month to start a center for children with disabilities at the University of Namibia.

Based on her work experience in another African country with scarce resources and little infrastructure, ICI Director Amy Hewitt (pictured at center) emphasized the need for replicable models based on community priorities.

Read more about Namibia.

Moving Mountains logo, showing the logos of NADSP, RTC on Community Living, and ANCOR.

Moving Mountains: Perspectives, Richcroft

ICI, the National Alliance for Direct Support Professionals, and ANCOR recently announced the 2024 Moving Mountains Award will go to Perspectives Corp. and Richcroft, Inc.

“By their example and through sharing what’s working with colleagues, these organizations will influence thousands more DSPs across the country,” said Amy Hewitt, director of ICI.

Read more about the award.