Student-led community action plan created & presented during an Ambassador Leadership Summit in 2018 at Yale University.

1. Bee Inclusive
By: Group 9
“Spread the word, be heard.”

2. Our Ad:
https://youtu.be/J1qBu4TOUZw

3. What are special needs?
● Special needs is defined as the particular educational requirement resulting
from learning disadvantages, physical disabilities, or emotional and
behavioral difficulties.
● The first Special Education law was enacted in 1977, where the total number
of children and students served had increased by 81%.
● Examples of these cognitive special needs include Autism, Down Syndrome,
Asperger’s, Aphasia, ADHD, Dyslexia, Dementia, Attention Deficit Disorder,
Dyscalculia.

4. Additional Facts about Special Needs
● 10% of all kids who receive special education have a cognitive disability.
● Autism is more common amongst boys.
● Sadly, cognitive disabilities are the most common disabilities
● Dyslexia is a lifelong condition and cannot be officially cured. Although, with the right
support, key skills can improve.
● People with Asperger's oftentimes have a higher IQ.
● Aphasia is a condition that robs you of the ability to communicate. It can affect your
ability to speak, write, and understand language, both verbal and written.

5. When did this issue begin?
● In the year of 1943, cognitive diseases were expanding rapidly.
● More people were diagnosed with this disability. When research was done,
more categories were created to describe groups of people. Those diagnosed
with conditions often experienced unfair treatment.
● In 1975, an act was passed that allowed these people to receive more
attention on who they were.
● The 1980’s were years of realization as students with disabilities were
increasing and demanding more help.
● The ADA act, or the American Disabilities Act, was passed in 1990 and
prohibits any abuse towards adults and children in any school or work
space.

6. Who is affected by Special Needs?
● Cognitive disabilities affect around 6.5 million students worldwide.
● In total, 56.7 million people in the United States have a cognitive disability.
● In the USA, 1 out of 45 people have been diagnosed with Autism.
● Around 75 percent of adults with special needs are left unemployed because
of other’s assumptions that they can not meet a company’s expectations.
● 50 million people have dementia, there was a 30% increase of those with
Autism, and one in 5 children are documented to have ADHD.

7. Why does prejudice occur amongst people with
Special Needs?
● Those with special needs often have low-self esteems, not allowing them to
stop prejudice.
● Sadly, there are times in which one can feel superior against those with
disadvantages. This builds confidence, further provoking unequal actions.
● There is no one person to blame. Another reason why bullies target students
with cognitive disabilities is simply because there may not be a supplement
cheap enough, or available for them.

8. Vision
As the french would say “Vouloir c’est pouvoir” meaning, where there is a will there's
a way. We want to help the special needs community.
This website will allow families with special needs members to expand their
knowledge and hear others’ stories relating to what they’re going through. On this
website, you can not only read other stories but also share your own. The variety of
people who share their stories will provide a diverse set of experiences for those
seeking awareness.

9. Vision
Bee Inclusive also has a tab on the website called “find help” where anyone can
donate money to those needing financial support!
A free app is also available, and can be downloaded on any mobile device. Bee
inclusive allows for an anonymous or non-anonymous chat for anyone wanting
connections.

11. Mascot

12. Global Non-Profit Organization
● The non-profit organization that we have decided to partner with on a
global level is The Arc.
● The Arc is a non-profit organization, founded in 1949 and is overlooked
by CEO Peter Berns. He works and helps people with cognitive
disabilities to obtain equal opportunities, a good education, therapy, and
other resources they need.
www.thearc.org

13. Local Non-Profit Organization
● Our local non-profit organization is Clifford W. Beers Guidance Clinic Inc
● It has been an organization for over 100 years.
● Vision is to move communities forward and make all people feel included.
● It provides many services to families and children with special needs.
www.cliffordbeers.org

14. How to make your vision a reality:
● To make Bee Inclusive a reality, one can spread the word by telling teachers
and students...anyone who is willing to listen.
● You can share it to the community as a whole. Schools, libraries, stores, and
churches are all available places.
● Ask family, teachers and friends to help sponsor and fund events.
● Share ideas and innovations on social media! Currently, it has such a great
influence and promoting Bee Inclusive on it will further provoke better
attention.
● Branch out and find volunteers loyal to the cause.

15. Special thanks to our amazing teacher advisor: Abby Long