No Child Should Go Hungry Because of Politics

by SNN | Oct 23, 2025 | Diversity and Inclusion, President's Statement, Press Release, Social Justice, Statement

MEDIA RELEASEFOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Areva Martin Mobilizes Emergency Action as CalFresh Shutdown Threatens Millions of California Families Los Angeles, CA – Areva Martin, one of the nation’s most prominent civil rights attorneys and a leading voice for children,...

Special Needs Network Awarded $11 Million to Expand C.O.R.E. Workforce Development Program

by SNN | Nov 13, 2024 | Autism Resources, C.O.R.E., Diversity and Inclusion, New Program, Press Release, Uncategorized, Work Opportunity

A Unique Initiative with Top Experts to Drive Equity in Developmental Services MEDIA RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Los Angeles, CA – The Special Needs Network (SNN) has received an additional $11 million from the California Department of Developmental Disabilities...

Special Needs Network Hosts Thousands in the Park for the Holidays

by SNN | Dec 22, 2023 | Autism Resources, Diversity and Inclusion, Press Release

In a dazzling display of holiday spirit, Special Needs Network (SNN) transformed Leimert Park Plaza into a winter wonderland for their annual Christmas giveaway. With over 2,200 enthusiastic participants, this event was a beacon of hope and joy for families and...

Special Needs Network Camp JPAC Returns

by SNN | Jul 17, 2023 | Archived Press Release, Diversity and Inclusion, Press Release, Social Justice

First-of-its-kind Camp for Children with Special Needs Led by Counselors with Special Needs After scaling back due to the pandemic, Special Needs Network’s Joe Patton Academy Camp (JPAC) is back bigger and more inclusive than ever before. This first-of-its-kind...

Statement from Areva Martin on Today’s SCOTUS Ruling on Affirmative Action

by SNN | Jun 29, 2023 | Diversity and Inclusion, President's Statement, Social Justice, Statement

MEDIA RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE “I am deeply troubled by today’s Supreme Court ruling overturning the use of affirmative action in college admissions. This decision, and particularly the distorted view of the 14th Amendment presented by the...

Honoring the True Legacy of Independence: Celebrating the Fourth of July

by SNN | Jun 27, 2023 | Diversity and Inclusion, Statement

On behalf of the Special Needs Network, we extend our warmest wishes to you and your loved ones on the occasion of the Fourth of July, a day that holds deep historical significance in the United States. As we celebrate this day of independence, it is crucial to...