Yearly Archives: 2025

Shawn’s December CEO Note

This December, Quality Trust wishes you and your families a happy holiday season, whatever and however you celebrate. We also […]

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The Power of Advocacy: Growing yours in 2026

Advocacy is a critical skill and one that we all must take time to build in the New Year, when […]

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Shawn’s November CEO Note

November is National Family Caregivers Month. Did you know that research has shown that only 25% of people with intellectual […]

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Three Decades in DC: Progress and Persistent Challenges in Disability Support

As I reflect on my 34-year career supporting individuals with disabilities in Washington, DC, I’m struck by how much has […]

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Honoring the Legacy of L. Thomas Mangrum Jr.

Today, we gather not just in mourning, but in deep gratitude for the life of L. Thomas Mangrum, Jr., a […]

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Navigating IDD and Law Enforcement Interactions

People with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) living in the United States are more likely to encounter law enforcement and […]

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Shawn’s October CEO Note

Fiscal Year 2026 started in DC on October 1, and it is looking to be another challenging economic year in […]

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Shawn’s September CEO Note

With the National Guard presence in DC and recent Executive Orders targeting people with disabilities who are unhoused, there is […]

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Sexual Health Week: How #ProjectPeerToo is Expanding the Conversation on Disability, Consent, and Safety

Breaking the Silence Every September, Sexual Health Week reminds us of the importance of talking openly about consent, relationships, and […]

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Inclusive Workplace Safety Starts with Listening

A Conversation with Disability Policy Advocate Robin Shaffert Creating inclusive workplaces requires more than policies—it demands intention, empathy, and a […]

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