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Peer IMPACT

“Funds to implement the Peer IMPACT program, which will train students with disabilities and students without disabilities to understand disability history and self advocacy; stand up to and intervene in the face of bullying or abuse of people with disabilities; and to conduct student-led projects that will improve school-wide understanding and acceptance of people with disabilities.”

CATEGORY: Programs & Services
LOCATION: Malden, MA (Essex County)
AMOUNT: $70,000 over Two Years
YEAR AWARDED: 2018
WEBSITE: www.peoplewithability.org

FEATURED IMPACT STORY


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