Our Mission
The Arc of Louisiana empowers individuals with a disability and their families to achieve advancements in; inclusion, employment, and public policy through advocacy in Louisiana.
Tribute to Sharon Hennessey
Our dear friend, colleague and former Executive Director of People First of Louisiana. Sharon dedicated her life to making the world more inclusive for people with disabilities, ensuring their voices were heard and their presence valued in every space. She brought her passion and expertise to numerous workgroups focused on self-advocacy, employment, housing, and transportation, among other areas. She advocated for real change and a better future for all people with disabilities.
Above all, Sharon was a true advocate; fierce, compassionate, and firm in her commitment to equity and inclusion. She will be missed dearly by all who had the honor of working alongside her. We are so grateful to have had the opportunity to work with Sharon every day at The Arc of Louisiana and People First of Louisiana.
Rest in peace, Sharon. Your work lives on in the lives you touched.
Achieve with us.
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We are very passionate about our cause and welcome any support from volunteers, professionals, businesses or anyone who would like to get involved in our mission to help the lives of people with disabilities.
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The Arc of Louisiana is a 501(c) (3) tax-exempt, nonprofit organization. We receive funding from a variety of sources, including private donations, membership dues, fundraising events and special government grants.
Affiliations
The Arc of Louisiana is affiliated with The Arc of the United States, which advocates for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities on a national level. We also are proud to have 21 affiliated local chapters working to provide additional supports and services to families in communities throughout the state.