Mission Statement:
People First
of Nevada is a Self-Advocacy Group run by people with
developmental differences throughout Nevada. As citizens of
Nevada, we have the right to make our own decisions and to
live self-determined lives.
People
First of Nevada’s goals are to:
- To live lives based on the principles of self-determination: Freedom, Authority, Support, Responsibility and Confirmation
- To have adequate transportation, especially in rural areas
- To have affordable, accessible housing in the community with supports needed to live independently
- To have competitive employment opportunities in the community with adequate supports to be successful
- To have inclusive education for people with disabilities of all ages, including college and vocational education
- To have the same legal rights as people without disabilities
- To be free from the fear of Medicaid & Social Security cuts and have sufficient budgets that support each individual’s needs
- To be allowed to accumulate wealth and plan for retirement without fear of losing benefits
- To have recreational opportunities in the community
- To build civic/social capital
