DECI News

On November 17, DECI had the privilege of attending the Fourth Annual Inclusive Housing Summit  in Chapel Hill, hosted by HOPE NC. This year’s theme, “Advocating for Change,”  brought together statewide leaders, disability rights advocates, service providers, policymakers, and community partners to address one of North Carolina’s most urgent challenges: expanding inclusive, accessible housing options for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) HOPE NC 2025 Summit...

Durham Exchange Club Industries (DECI) recently welcomed NC State Representative Zack Hawkins  for a new episode of our ongoing series highlighting leaders, advocates, and changemakers across North Carolina. The conversation, led by Katrina Williams, DECI’s Program Services Manager , focused on a shared mission: expanding vocational access, employment opportunities, and community inclusion  for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). What followed was one of the...

We’re proud to announce the official launch of The DECI PodSquad , a brand-new podcast series dedicated to amplifying voices, sharing meaningful stories, and diving deeper into the mission that drives us. The first few episodes are available now on both YouTube  and Spotify, and we invite you to tune in, subscribe, and follow along as we explore the topics that shape our community and the lives of those we serve. Why a Podcast? The DECI PodSquad is more than just a podcast, it’s a platform...