Ability Indiana

Four INARF member organizations, Abilities Services, Inc., Corvilla Studio Five9, Developmental Services, Inc., and Janus, Inc., are showcasing their talented artists at the University of Indianapolis' Schwitzer Student Center through June 6, 2025. The exhibit highlights the incredible work created by individuals with disabilities, offering a platform for these artists to share their creativity with the broader community.

This exhibit represents the continued commitment to supporting and showcasing the talents of individuals with disabilities, fostering an inclusive and vibrant arts community. The exhibit will be on display until June 6, 2025, and is open to the public. We encourage everyone to visit the Schwitzer Student Center at 1400 E. Hanna Ave., Indianapolis to experience this inspiring collection of art and celebrate the amazing work of our INARF member artists.

Last Friday, over 130 attendees gathered to celebrate the unveiling of this year's Indianapolis Airport Art Exhibit. The event featured a series of speeches from community leaders, including Mario Rodriguez, Executive Director of the Indianapolis Airport Authority, and Jeff Uhey, Director of Operations for Children Adult Resource Services (CARS) and Chairman of the Ability Indiana Board of Directors. Deputy Mayor Judith Thomas also addressed the audience, reaffirming the city's commitment to supporting individuals with disabilities. Attendees got to hear a moving performance from Robert Hoey, a member of the New Hope of Indiana Choir, and enjoy treats from Do Goodies popcorn from Opportunity Enterprises. Thank you to Megan Carrico for emceeing the event.

For those passing through the Indianapolis International Airport this month, be sure to stop by Civic Plaza to view the exhibit and join in the celebration of art, talent, and inclusion. This ongoing partnership is a testament to the power of creativity and community, making Indianapolis a more vibrant place for all.

Nominations for the $1,500 Costa N. Miller Award are still being accepted, but act quickly! The window to submit nominations will close at 11:59 EST on Friday, May 24. Learn more and submit a nomination here: https://bit.ly/3Vn3NKV

It’s installation day for Ability Indiana/’s second annual art display at the Indianapolis Airport Civic Plaza! This year’s collection has grown to be three times the size it was last year and will be available for the public to view from tomorrow at 2 PM through April 30.

Ability Indiana wishes you and yours a Happy Thanksgiving. The INARF/Ability Indiana office will be closed November 23rd and 24th.

Brooke Brown, Account Executive, is all set up at the 2023 Indiana Park & Recreation Association Conference! Come visit the Ability Indiana Booth ( #27) at the Grand Wayne Convention Center, Fort Wayne. Expo Hall opens at 4, with Opening Night Kickoff Reception at 5.

Brooke Brown is representing Ability Indiana at the IDOA Division of Supplier Diversity Business to Business Expo at the Government Center today! Visit her at Booth 13.

Brooke Brown, Ability Indiana Account Executive, is exhibiting at the 65th Annual Association of Indiana Counties (AIC) Conference. The Exhibit Hall opens at 3:00, so make sure to stop by and learn about Ability Indiana

On Monday, August 7, Andrew Alvarez & Brooke Brown joined Ability Indiana Committee Members on a tour of Bosma Enterprises, which included a demonstration of BlindSquare, an accessible GPS-app that allows blind and visually impaired individuals to navigate a new facility on their own. The BlindSquare system is flexible and customizable to any building or outdoor attraction and easy to maintain.

Brooke Brown, Account Executive, Ability Indiana joined Certified Ability Indiana Organization, CARS - Child Adult Resource Services, Inc. for the Groundbreaking Event at Clear Creek Rest Area on Tuesday, May 23. Learn more about this event and INDOT’s long-term improvement, follow the links in the comments.

Brooke Brown is representing Ability Indiana today at the IPRA Maintenance Expo at the Hendricks County 4-H Fairgrounds.