In recent months, as we've undergone our rebranding process, we've observed concerning trends that directly impact our work and the communities we serve. The increasing challenges to diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives affect not just our professional landscape, but the fundamental rights of intersectional and marginalized communities, including people with disabilities.

We've witnessed emerging challenges to critical supports such as Medicaid access, mental health services, telehealth accessibility, special education funding, ADA enforcement, EEOC protections, accessible voting rights, and community-based services. These aren't abstract policies—they're essential systems that our communities rely on daily.

At NeoBilities, we cannot remain silent when the ethical standards we uphold as social workers compel us to speak. We believe that disability justice is inseparable from social justice. When barriers are erected for any marginalized group, they ultimately affect us all.

We stand for:

• Authentic allyship that goes beyond words to create meaningful change
• Advocacy that centers the voices of those most affected by systemic barriers
• Recognition that disability experiences intersect with all other identities
• Professional responsibility to uphold human dignity regardless of political climate

Our commitment to transforming professional practices isn't merely about accessibility—it's about creating a world where every person's full humanity is recognized and valued. As social workers guided by the NASW Code of Ethics, we have a professional obligation to "pursue social change, particularly with and on behalf of vulnerable and oppressed individuals and groups." This isn't a political stance—it's our ethical foundation.

As we navigate these challenging times, we remain dedicated to building bridges of understanding while holding firm to our core values. Our evidence shows that universal design benefits everyone, that lived experience improves service delivery, and that going beyond compliance creates better outcomes for all.

We invite you to join us in thoughtful dialogue about how we can continue to advance equity for all communities while working toward solutions that unite rather than divide. The path forward requires both courage and nuance—qualities we strive to embody in all our work.

We also invite you to join our virtual community space where we can gather, connect, and collaborate. This isn't about us delivering all the answers—it's about working together to share information, stay updated, support each other, and build collective wisdom. Together, we can build a more accessible and equitable world for everyone.