The Arc San Francisco

June is Pride Month, a time to celebrate LGBTQ+ communities, honor history, and recognize the ongoing work to advance inclusion, visibility, and belonging for all.

Here in San Francisco, Pride carries a powerful legacy. This year marks the 56th anniversary of San Francisco Pride, one of the most iconic Pride celebrations in the world.

Learn more about this year's events at sfpride.org.

At The Arc SF, we believe everyone deserves to be seen, valued, and celebrated. During Pride Month, we honor the LGBTQ+ members of our community and reaffirm our commitment to creating a world where all people are welcomed, respected, and belong.

How are you celebrating Pride this year? Share with us in the comments!

Here at The Arc San Francisco we create opportunities for connection, creativity, and skill-building in a supportive and inclusive environment. From social activities to shared meals, every moment is about building confidence and belonging.

Interested in getting involved? Reach out to [email protected]

In partnership with AT&T and The Arc of the United States, The Arc San Francisco is offering a digital literacy class based on AT&T’s online learning modules.

Participants are building essential digital skills with support from participant trainer Rob Repke and DSP Rochean Chatman. In the coming weeks, we will highlight specific topics from the training series.

This week is Email Week! Learn how to set up an email account, send messages, and reply here: https://att.digitallearn.org/courses/intro-to-email-c65b7f56-7f22-4c76-99f2-24eb99048ae3

Photo Description: Rochean training former intern Carlos on how to set up his email account.

Shoutout to our incredible staff, Nina!

Nina works one-on-one with our participants every day at The Arc SF.

In addition to her daytime work, Nina also hosts our Wednesday online movie nights, creating a welcoming and inclusive space for participants who experience barriers to attending in person. Whether it’s on-site or on screen, Nina ensures everyone has the opportunity to connect, relax, and have fun together.

The Arc San Francisco is ! Have a with impact and be part of our team! We are creative, flexible, and welcoming to all, promoting equity and infusing our work with a disability justice perspective.

Click the link below to see our opportunities and apply today!

https://conta.cc/43aI5wt



Image description: Arc participant and staff out in the community.

On Tuesday, The Arc San Francisco traveled to Sacramento to join advocates from across California at Disco at the Capitol, where we met directly with legislators and constituents to advocate for the protection of disability rights.

The day was a powerful reminder that people with intellectual and developmental disabilities deserve to be heard, included, and protected in every conversation about policy, funding, and our future.

We are proud to stand alongside self-advocates, families, providers, and community partners continuing to push for a more accessible, inclusive, and equitable California for all.

Caring Across Generation is now accepting applications for the 2026 Care Fellowship!

This four-month leadership program brings together caregivers and care recipients to build community, strengthen advocacy skills, and create change in the future of care.

If you have lived experience as a caregiver or care recipient and are ready to turn that experience into action, you are encouraged to apply.

Applications close May 27!

For more information and to apply, click the link below!
https://conta.cc/4v168tY

Global Accessibility Awareness Day is May 21 (GAAD). 🌍

GAAD is dedicated to raising awareness about digital access and inclusion for the more than one billion people worldwide living with disabilities. It’s a reminder of the importance of creating spaces—both online and in our communities—that are accessible to all.

We are committed to inclusion and ensuring everyone has the opportunity to connect, participate, and thrive.

What is Prop A, and what does it mean for Rachelle Sullivan Park?

On June 2, 2026, San Francisco voters will decide on Proposition A, a bond to fund upgrades that help the City respond to earthquakes and emergencies.

Rachelle Sullivan Park, located at 11th & Natoma, is a planned neighborhood park in SoMa designed to bring much-needed green space to a dense area, with features like seating, play space, and room for community gathering.

It’s included in Prop A because parks can support community safety and resilience, helping serve neighbors both day-to-day and in emergencies.
In short:
Prop A = a safer, more prepared SF
Rachelle Park = a new community space that could benefit

At The Arc SF, we believe in safe, inclusive spaces for all, every day and in times of need.

For more information on this measure, visit https://conta.cc/3R3Xdt1 and remember to get out and vote!




Image description: The word Vote 3 times in a row on top of each other, using The Arc SF's orange, yellow, blue, green and purple branded colors.