We want your input on public safety in Howard County, MD

Accessible Resources for Independence (ARI) and the Autism Society of Maryland invite Howard County residents with disabilities to participate in a facilitated Community Conversation about public safety. Your feedback will help identify priorities, elevate lived experiences, and inform the work of the Howard County Public Safety & Disability Task Force.

Community Conversation for the Disability Community

Wednesday, July 29, 2026

5:00–8:00 p.m.

Autism Society of Maryland

9770 Patuxent Woods Drive

Columbia, MD 21046

This facilitated discussion is an opportunity to share your experiences and ideas for improving interactions between people with disabilities and public safety agencies in Howard County. Your input will help shape future recommendations and strengthen community partnerships.

Participants will receive:

– Dinner

– A $50 gift card for attending the full session (5:00–8:00 p.m.)

– An opportunity to help improve public safety for the disability community

This event is open to Howard County residents with disabilitis. Please register in advance and include any accommodation needs when completing your registration.

Register here: https://buff.ly/egU4pjD

This event is sponsored by Accessible Resources for Independence and the Autism Society of Maryland, facilitated by the Mediation and Conflict Resolution Center, and funded through an Ethan Saylor Alliance grant from the Maryland Department of Disabilities in partnership with Howard County.