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.
Learn About the People First of Nevada
Organization
People First of Nevada’s goals:
- Live lives based on the principles of self-determination: Freedom, Authority, Support, Responsibility and Confirmation.
- Have adequate transportation, especially in rural areas.
- Have affordable, accessible housing in the community with supports needed to live independently.
- Have competitive employment opportunities in the community with adequate supports to be successful.
- Have inclusive education for people with disabilities of all ages, including college and vocational education.
- Have the same legal rights as people without disabilities.
- Be free from the fear of Medicaid & Social Security cuts and have sufficient budgets that support each individual’s needs.
- Be allowed to accumulate wealth and plan for retirement without fear of losing benefits.
- Have recreational opportunities in the community.
- Build civic/social capital
