Regional networks are an important source of information, encouragement and support for faith communities that truly want to become inclusive of persons with disabilities.  Below is a list of such networks that we are aware of.  Please let us know if you would like your network listed here.

Community and Congregational Supports Program, New Jersey
A program of the Elizabeth M. Boggs Center on Developmental Disabilities affiliated with the Robert Wood Johnson Medical School of the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey.  Bill Gaventa, Coordinator, is a key leader in the field of disabilities and faith communities.  From his base in New Jersey, his influence and networking reach far beyond his state in supporting persons working in disabilities ministry.

Faith Inclusion Network (FIN) of South Hampton Roads, Norfolk, VA
FIN is a network of faith congregations in the Norfolk area started by Karen Jackson. Their goal is to connect people with disabilities and their families to faith communities that are welcoming and genuinely want to include everyone. They also want to help faith communities become more inclusive by connecting them with resources and providing networking opportunities at conferences and meetings throughout the year.

Interfaith Disability Network, Atlanta, Georgia, USA
Interfaith Disability Network (IDN)connects the faith community to the disability community, connects faith leaders with critical resources to promote change, and connects people with disabilities to faith community membership. Mark Crenshaw, IDN Executive Director, has more than ten years of experience networking between persons with disabilities and the faith communities of greater Atlanta.

Faith for ALL, Nashville, Tennessee, USA
Faith for ALL is a non-denominational organization with a goal of accelerating congregational accessibility so people with disabilities and their families can have deeper access into the community life of a congregation. Thomas Boehm, founder of Faith for ALL, has master's degrees in both counseling and divinity and has extensive experience in both Jewish and Christian community life of the Nashville area.