Last year, our Board of Directors created a special task force to review our Mission Statement. Our goal was to evaluate our purpose and intentions. The outcome of this task force was an updated mission statement:
L’Arche North Carolina cultivates inclusive communities where people across the spectrum of intellectual and developmental disability identities live and flourish together.
For us, this is more than a just a statement to add on our website or business cards. It is a driving force behind everything we do.
We have some really big goals for this year, including establishing the first L’Arche community in North Carolina. We can’t wait to have a physical space in the Triangle where we can gather together. At the same time, we recognize that each month, we are are creating an inclusive community of friends and neighbors across the Triangle (and beyond) through accessible events and programs. Our hearts are full knowing that we don’t have to wait for a physical space in order for L’Arche North Carolina to have a community!
As we look to another month of “Zooming” from each of our own homes or residences to keep our community safe, we know joy awaits us each time we log on to our computers. As we see familiar faces at “Y’all Belong Here” or meet new friends at Bingo there is a deep sense of community and friendship. We hope you’ll join us this month at one (or all!) of our Zoom events. We look forward to hopefully meeting again in person in March.
A photo from our January “Y’All Belong Here” gathering with L’Arche Atlanta. Last month we reflected on themes of healing & wholeness.
You can read more about Competitive Integrated Employment here. You can also read NCDHHS’ press release here as well as DRNC’s breakdown of the details here.
Looking to get involved? There are many ways you can support L’Arche NC.
1. Help build our community.
Attend an upcoming event with us or share one of our gatherings with a friend. Tell the story of L’Arche North Carolina in conversation with family, friends, colleagues, and neighbors!
2. Share your hobby with us.
Your fun hobby can turn into an amazing event to connect our community! Reach out to lead an event or activity, or offer your expertise to serve on a subcommittee.
3. Offer your gifts and talents.
Your skills could be an asset to our Board of Directors, or to a number of our committees and volunteer opportunities. To learn more, email: [email protected].
No matter what you have to offer, you can be a part of the founding story of L’Arche North Carolina. We would love for you to be a part of this exciting journey!
