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The Employment Struggles of People with Intellectual and Developmental Delays
Julian Wang, president of Arc of Larimer County
I am lucky because my dad has a safari company in Africa. I do not have to worry about money. I always have what I need.
My friend works two jobs and does not make enough money to live. He is a good guy. It is not fair!
We need to make change by:
- Building Awareness
- Changing the Rules
- Providing Opportunities for people with Intellectual and Physical Disabilities!
Check out this video by The Arc of Larimer County…pioneers in making change in our community!
Everybody Works- The Arc of Larimer County
Julian Wang is an Awesome Advocate for everyone in the community!
The Importance of Outreach
Colin and Oscar Roze practice on my speech device
I am beaming happy, elated, and completely in awe of the opportunities that I have been given in the last year. Who else has been so lucky as to be invited to speak at schools, social organizations, and programs throughout the Midwest to do what they enjoy most?
It does not matter to me whether I sell 1 book, or 100 books in a month; what really matters to my heart and soul is that I have done what I am truly passionate about; teach. I know that I have brought at least a bit knowledge to those who have heard me present. I know that I can continue to raise awareness about individuals with special needs wherever I go.
Friends at Red Tail Coffee book signing
It makes me feel so grateful that I have had a chance to speak at big venues such as TEDxFront Range and Lululemon; but also, that I have had so many individual interactions with children and adults alike within my community. I feel my confidence grow with each conversation I have that ends with a smiling person walking away from me.
My new friend, Kyle, at TEDxFront Range
I have the power to change the world; and I am doing it, one presentation, one person at a time!
Awesome in Action, Co 