Conversation Starters

Are you looking for new topics to discuss with your e-Buddy? Here are some suggestions for conversation starters:

• Did you watch the Super Bowl? 
  • Were you rooting for either of the teams?
     
• Do you pay attention to Ground Hogs Day?  
  • Do you think that we will really have an early spring?
     
• What is your favorite thing about February?
   
• Do you have a favorite actor or actress?

e-Buddies in Action

We are fortunate to have many provider agencies and schools that utilize e-Buddies as part of their programs or classroom experience. There are five groups that have been active with e-Buddies since 2003 and two that have been involved since 2005!  

Do you know any agencies or schools who would benefit from becoming involved in e-Buddies? Please refer them here to establish an e-Buddies Group.

This feature is currently only available for those that serve individuals with IDD.

BBI Spotlight

Wednesday, March 4^th is the day of activation for Spread the Word, Inclusion. Spread the Word is a global engagement campaign to increase inclusion amongst people with and without and developmental disabilities through grassroots action. In schools, workplaces, and communities around the world, local leaders are taking a pledge to create socially inclusive places to learn, work, and live.

Will your community be doing something to participate in this effort? Visit spreadtheword.global or click below for resources and activity ideas.

Did You Know?

e-Buddies is no longer sending out frequent e-mail reminders if a participant has not e-mailed their e-Buddy. We ask that members e-mail their e-Buddies at least once every two weeks.

If you have not heard from your e-Buddy in at least 4 weeks, please reach out to [email protected] so that we can help!