GUIDING PRINCIPLES

Families as advocates are committed to following the lead of their family member who  is defining their own vision of what their inclusive and engaged life will look like.

REA-L is deeply committed to fostering a culture of continuous learning and respect of Indigenous cultures and practices on the Indigenous lands we are working and living on. 

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We Provide Space for:

Education
Reflection
Mentorship
​Networks of Support

REA-L provides a space for on-going learning  in best practices which support an inclusive life for people with an intellectual or developmental disability.  Having an opportunity to reflect on the dynamic and evolving ways the lives of our family members will and can unfold provides consistency and a clear vision of what is possible.

We offer a safe space for families to share stories, and connect with other families who have a shared vision of inclusion, to learn from each other and deepen our knowledge on how to better support our family member's vision for a regular equitable and authentic life.

Regular Life

​​​Generating a new understanding of developmental disability and striving for the highest standard of a regular life. 

Equitable Life

Safeguarding the integrity of the values of inclusion, dignity, respect, and equity.

Authentic Life

A life which parallels the standard of others who are gaining the greatest benefit from their valued roles, and which contribute to a good life in society.

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