About ABLE NH

ABLE NH is a disability justice organization that covers the entire state of New Hampshire. You can find a bit about our past work here. Each year, our membership decides what our priorities and projects will be. This coming year, our focus will be on: housing for people with disabilities, expanding preventative oral healthcare for people with disabilities, training and recognizing businesses in New Hampshire for their accessibility and inclusivity, improving the healthcare experience for people with disabilities, and as always, training to people with disabilities on how to self-advocate, training for families on how to step away from the role of the main advocate and support your self-advocate, training for businesses, non profits and municipal entities on ableism, equity, inclusion and accessibility. We are a membership based organization, and being a member with us allows members of all kinds, businesses, non profits, municipal entities, self advocates, and family advocates, to engage with us by accessing important trainings relevant to people with disabilities and the greater community. Please check out our membership options, and consider growing a mutually beneficial friendship with us!

Mission, Vision, and Guiding Principles

Mission: 

Advocates Building Lasting Equality in NH advocates for the civil and human rights of children and adults with disabilities. We promote full participation by: improving systems, connecting families, inspiring communities, and influencing public policy.

Vision: 

To live in a world where the social, emotional, economic, and human rights of people with disabilities are fully realized.

Guiding Principles:

  1. We believe the history and lessons of Laconia State School must never be forgotten. Systems at the state and federal level that support citizens’ ability to remain in their homes, their communities, and prevent institutionalization must be protected. 
  2. We believe it is necessary to build strong coalitions and a broad and powerful base to ensure that citizens of all abilities have adequate supports and services.  No one group in need of support can ever truly benefit at the expense of another. United We Must Stand!
  3. We believe waiting lists should not exist.  People who need assistance must have prompt access to the high-quality services and supports they need to maintain their health and safety and live in their communities with freedom and dignity.
  4. We believe that Medicaid and human service reform efforts must prioritize New Hampshire’s commitment to Community-Based Care. 
  5. We believe the world must be educated on issues of importance to people with disabilities.  That includes neighbors, family, friends and public officials year-round, as well as during election cycles and in budget seasons.
  6. We believe there must be a continuous flow of new leaders who are trained and empowered to share their voices, organize, and step into leadership roles in a variety of capacities.
  7. We believe systems change should always incorporate the voices and input of people with disabilities. “Nothing about us without us”
  8. We believe we should seek to amplify the voices of people with disabilities in our partnerships.

rev. 6.21.2023