| Celebrating the Completion of ourWinter 2026 Internship Program |
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| This month, we celebrated the conclusion of our Winter 2026 Internship Program, graduating 16 outstanding young people who demonstrated incredible growth — both individually through our training and internships, and collectively as a cohort. Throughout the program, they built practical career readiness skills, gained meaningful real-world experience, and strengthened their confidence in the workplace.
At our Final Celebration, interns shared thoughtful presentations reflecting on their journeys, accomplishments, and what they learned during their time at BroadFutures. We also recognized our outstanding employer partners for their support of our interns, commitment to our mission, and leadership in championing neuroinclusive workplaces.
We are deeply grateful to them for making these internship experiences possible. It was a powerful way to mark the end of the program, surrounded by family, friends, internship supervisors, and colleagues. |
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| | Shaping Our Future: Strategic Plan Presentation |
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| We are excited to invite our community to a Virtual Town Hall with our CEO on Wednesday, May 27th at 5:00 PM ET. This open conversation is an opportunity to learn more about BroadFutures’ 2026–2028 Strategic Plan, including our goals for growth, impact, and long-term sustainability— and how we plan to achieve them. Join us to hear what’s ahead, ask questions, and engage with our vision for the future. You may also click the link below to view a two-page overview of the strategic plan for those who want to explore it further. |
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| | | You Are Invited! Summer Celebration |
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| Join us on Thursday, June 4th at 5:30 PM ET for our Summer Celebration on the rooftop! This special evening brings together our full community to kick off the summer season. We will welcome our incoming class of Summer 2026 interns and their families, alumni, employer partners, board members, donors, and friends of BroadFutures. Enjoy drinks and appetizers while connecting with one another and celebrating the start of another exciting program. |
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| | Fall Gala: Ripples to Waves |
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| We are thrilled to invite you to our 2026 Fall Gala, Ripples to Waves: Celebrating Our Impact, on October 17th at the International Spy Museum in Washington, DC. This inspiring evening will bring together our community to celebrate the momentum we are building toward a more inclusive workforce. Join us for cocktails, light fare, and a powerful program highlighting the impact of BroadFutures.
Join us as a sponsor and be part of the wave. |
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| | BroadFutures Monthly Info Session |
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| Curious about BroadFutures’ offerings? Looking ahead to our Winter 2027 Program? Join us on Thursday, May 28th at 12:00PM ET for an information session! |
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| Meet Xander, a BroadFutures Winter 2026 intern at Foggy Bottom West End Main Street!
At FBWE, Xander helps distribute DC government grants to small businesses, supporting things like renovations, marketing, and community events.
During Training Week, he built a strong foundation in professionalism— showing up on time, staying engaged, and giving his best effort. He has brought that mindset into his internship and continues to apply it every day.
One key takeaway: do not be afraid to ask questions. Xander has learned it is always better to seek clarity than to move forward without direction.
Congrats on a great internship, Xander!
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| This Autism Acceptance Month, we are proud to spotlight an organization doing incredible work in the disability inclusion space: Association of University Centers on Disabilities! AUCD is a national network of interdisciplinary centers working to advance policy, research, and inclusive practices for people with disabilities and their communities.
Public Health and Disability Fellow Andrew Cope shares,
"As an organization whose mission is to promote the health and wellbeing of individuals with disabilities, we couldn't have asked for a better program to partner with! Our BroadFutures interns Megan and Jonathan were terrific additions to our team who made lasting impacts."
Thank you, Andrew and AUCD, for your incredible work fighting for disability rights!
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| Meet Sofie Jarrett, one of our incredible BroadFutures alumni from our Summer 2025 cohort, where she interned with DCTV.
Sofie is from Montgomery County, Maryland and is currently pursuing her BFA at Maryland Institute College of Art, where she is majoring in Ecosystems, Sustainability, & Justice and minoring in photography.
One of her biggest takeaways from BroadFutures was learning to navigate communication in a professional setting. Her advice for current interns is to not be afraid to ask for help, learn what works best for you, and to always remember to give yourself grace.
Sofie’s journey is a powerful reminder that impact does not end when a program does. |
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| | Alumni Event! Speed Networking |
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| We are excited to host an Alumni Speed Networking event on Saturday, May 16th at 12:00PM ET, bringing our alumni community together for an evening of connection and growth. Participants will take part in a networking workshop led by Social Grace, followed by structured speed networking and open social time. It is a great opportunity to build confidence, expand your network, and reconnect with fellow alumni. RSVP below! |
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| Young neurodivergent people have limitless potential. Let's unlock it. |
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