Keystone Human Services

We are proud to join Organizations of Persons with Disabilities, advocates, governments, and other partners at the Global Disability Summit. The Summit brings together global leaders to make commitments and share lessons to uphold the rights of persons with disabilities. At the Inclusive Education Hub, Dr. Ludmila Malcoci, PHD habilitate, Professor said, “Positive policies and practices, parent advocacy, community involvement, and collaboration between the education, health, and social sectors contribute to better inclusive education for children with disabilities.” Together we can build a better world where all people belong and fully participate. #GlobalDisabilitySummit #GDS2025 International Disability Alliance

Each year, staff have the opportunity to nominate co-workers who exemplify the Capital Area Head Start Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) motto of "Take care of yourself. Take care of your friends. Take care of your home and school." Silver Bucket winners demonstrate how they take care of themselves, their co-workers, the children and families that we serve, and their workplace. This year's winners are: Vicki Cleveland, Education Program Specialist, Banks St Sharicka Peters, Educational Coach, Early Head Start Dan Hollingsworth, Facilities Specialist. ⭐ Staff know they can come to Vicki for guidance and advice. She listens to their needs and is always willing to accommodate as long as it does not jeopardize the needs of the center. She is not afraid to lead firmly with sensitivity and privacy in order to enforce and reinforce expectations. She does a wonderful job to walk that balance with grace. ⭐ Sharicka is a person who always helps her co-workers solve their problems and is known to be a force of nature. Her big personality, larger than life smile, and even bigger heart show each day as she works with the Early Head Start staff. She truly invests in each team member she coaches and is the team’s most fervent cheerleader. ⭐ Dan takes care of the children, staff, and schools. He will engage and play with children whenever he is at a site. He has gone into classrooms to support staff who need a break. He comes to the rescue to fix a gate, broken pipe, faucet, remove toys from toilets, and more. He is a phone call or text away and is devoted to CAHS and its mission. Congratulations! ⭐ 🌟 🌠

🌍 We are excited to take part in the Inclusive Education Hub at the Global Disability Summit. Dr. Ludmila Malcoci, PHD habilitate, Professor, Regional Director, Central and Eastern Europe for Keystone Human Services International, and Carolyn Moore, International Policy and Advocacy Lead, will lead a discussion on early childhood interventions that lay the foundation for education for all. If you’re at #GDS2025, we would love for you to join us to connect, learn, and innovate together! #GlobalDisabilitySummit International Disability Alliance

Keystone Human Services International is now a member of the International Disability and Development Consortium. We are joining 40+ partners across the globe in promoting opportunities and rights for people with disability. We are pleased to contribute our experience to the mission of IDDC and work together to create a more welcoming, accessible world. 

Don't forget you have until the end of March to vote for Keystone Human Services to receive $7,500 from Members 1st Federal Credit Union! Here's the link to vote: https://lnkd.in/eaMKW9ut Thank you, Members 1st Federal Credit Union, for the opportunity and your support!

We are excited to share our refreshed 2025-2026 Corporate Partnership Opportunities! We’re offering customized partnerships that go beyond traditional sponsorships, to create meaningful, year-round connections between businesses and the life-changing programs of KHS.   What’s new? ·      Expanded multi-event participation for deeper engagement across ChocolateBall, Summer Social, and the Golf Tournament ·      Exclusive sponsorships so businesses can stand out with unique opportunities like “Official Grocery Store of KHS” or “Official Partner of ChocolateBall” ·      Co-branded initiatives to collaborate on joint marketing campaigns and social impact projects ·      Year-round visibility with new Corporate Leadership Society benefits and customized sponsorship packages ·      Industry-specific engagement to align your support with initiatives that match your company’s social responsibility goals   Visit our website to learn more about how your business can build lasting connections, enhance your brand, and make a real impact in the community: https://lnkd.in/eb28uf7Z

What does independence look like? Sometimes it looks like cooking your favorite meal for yourself. Having those skills and the choice to choose your own dinner can make a big difference in someone’s life. Marissa has perfected her favorite dish, shrimp alfredo, even putting her own spin on it. “I actually put a little cheese in it,” she says. Victory Akande, a ID Program Coordinator working in Delaware, has supported her in widening her culinary skills, first taking on a role closer to teacher and now stepping back into more of a mentor role in the kitchen. “When she chefs it up, I’m just like ‘Oh, you go, girl.’”

We are thrilled to be nominated as one of three nonprofits to be considered for a $7,500 donation from Members 1st Federal Credit Union! Members 1st is celebrating 75 years, and they’ll be donating to the nonprofit that receives the most votes by the end of the month. You can help KHS make a big impact with Members 1st! Cast your vote for Keystone Human Services! 🗳️

One in five women has a disability, comprising 20% of all women. As they navigate an inaccessible and exclusionary world, the barriers they face are disproportionate. In data provided by UN Women, women with disabilities are at least two to three times more likely than other women to experience violence. Compared to men without disabilities, women with disabilities are three times more likely to be illiterate and two times less likely to be employed. This International Women’s Day #IWD2025, join us in highlighting the leadership of women with disabilities, as we speak to two young women whose work has paved the way for others. Vibhu Sharma made history as the first blind person to independently write the CBSE board exams (India’s equivalent of a high school diploma examination) using a screen reader. Currently serving as Capacity Building Manager at Keystone Human Services India Association, Vibhu has been instrumental in shaping policies and initiatives that foster a more inclusive society. Arushi Singh is a passionate disability rights advocate who has taken legal strides to create a more accessible world. She filed a writ petition in the Supreme Court of India to improve air travel for persons with disabilities, challenging systemic barriers and advocating for equal rights. Currently, Arushi is a faculty member at OP Jindal University in India https://lnkd.in/ecQ8JrJ9 Data source: https://lnkd.in/dK-Hbe9M

Ludmila Malcoci, PHD habilitate, Professor, Executive Director of Keystone Moldova, and Genevieve Fitzgibbon, Vice President, Global Programs and Advocacy are attending the Zero Project #ZeroCon25 Conference in Vienna, Austrian, joining the conversation about innovative solutions for Employment and Information and Communications Technology (ICT). Organizations and leaders from different areas of expertise come together at #ZeroCon25 to share and discuss workable concepts. The Zero Project focuses on the rights of persons with disabilities globally. During the conference, Dr. Malcoci presented the role of Keystone Moldova in support people with disabilities in the labor market, emphasizing: ➡️ Moldova’s strategy for inclusive employment; ➡️ The importance of de-industrialization and access to education and work; ➡️ Keystone Moldova’s efforts for legislation to support workforce employment. Through advocacy and partnerships, we are working to ensure people with disability have opportunities to actively participate in and contribute to society.