The mission of The Arc of the Mid Ohio Valley is to ensure a
satisfying and productive life for the citizens we serve with
intellectual, cognitive, and related developmental disabilities and their families.
Since 1955, The Arc of the Mid Ohio Valley has been the premier
advocacy organization for children and adults with intellectual,
cognitive, and related developmental disabilities. A local chapter
of The Arc of the United States
and the Arc of West Virginia, The Arc of the Mid Ohio Valley is
committed to helping children and adults with intellectual,
cognitive,
and related developmental disabilities achieve their greatest potential.
Parents, family members, people with disabilities,
volunteers and other community members are the driving force of The Arc
of the Mid Ohio Valley.
From the grassroots of The Arc of the Mid Ohio Valley come the dreams and philosophy that drive
the core values, the ability to shape public policy and the mutual
support that parents and people with disabilities provide for one
another. We agree that the Core Values of The Arc of the Mid Ohio Valley will guide our actions
and decisions.
People First The Arc of the Mid Ohio Valley believes that all people
with intellectual and developmental disabilities have strengths,
abilities, and inherent value; are equal before the law; and must be
treated with dignity and respect, regardless of the level of their
disability.
Democracy The Arc of the Mid Ohio Valley is an organization of, by and
for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their
families. Our policy decisions are made by informed voting members,
organized into affiliated State and local Chapters.
Visionary Leadership. The Arc of the Mid Ohio
Valley values new ideas,
innovation and inspired leadership. We seek constantly to improve our
focus, knowledge and effectiveness.
Community Participation. The Arc of the Mid Ohio
Valley works toward
ensuring that all people have the fundamental moral, civil, and
constitutional rights and opportunities to live, learn, work, play, and
worship in communities of their choosing.
Diversity. The Arc of the Mid Ohio Valley seeks and supports diverse
leadership and membership. Our concept of diversity includes but is not
limited to race, ethnicity, religion, age, socio-economic status,
geographic location, sexual orientation, gender, family status, and type
and level of disability.
Integrity and Excellence. Members, leaders and Chapters of The
Arc of the Mid Ohio Valley promote our mission, core values, and position statements with
integrity and accountability. We conduct our business
according to the highest ethical standards.
Approved by the The Arc of the US Board of Directors,
July 2005
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