D069 (Advocating for People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities )

House of Deputies Message #268

The House of Deputies informs the House of Bishops that on Jun 27, 2024 it considered resolution D069 (Advocating for People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities ). The house acted to:

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Resolved, the House of Bishops concurring,

That the Episcopal Church recognize those with intellectual and developmental disabilities including neurodivergence are multifaceted individuals who should be included in all aspects of church life; and be it further

Resolved, That intellectual and developmental disabilities, and neurodivergence encompasses a large spectrum of diverse chronic conditions, with the only common factor that the impairment arose before adulthood; and be it further

Resolved, That the 81st General Convention direct the Episcopal Church, through its website, to publish best practices, trainings and other resources for use in support of full inclusion of all people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and neurodivergence; and be it further

Resolved, That The Episcopal Church advocate for full inclusion of all people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and neurodivergence, by understanding the specific condition one may have, stop using ableist language, and support legislation that respects the rights and dignity of all with these disabilities and conditions.