October 2012 Newsletter
…even if they are not disabled themselves. The stated mission and message of ASAN, and of other self-advocacy groups within the larger disabled community, sometimes appears to be directly at…
…even if they are not disabled themselves. The stated mission and message of ASAN, and of other self-advocacy groups within the larger disabled community, sometimes appears to be directly at…
…and applicants will be selected for the best position suited to them based on their applications and interviews. Applicants should be interested in working in subject areas such as mathematics,…
…strong interest in disability rights advocacy and activism. Scholarship applications can be found here. Completed applications for the January 2016 scholarship period are due on November 15. Application questions will…
…Dr. Riley defended these shocks as appropriate, as “Andre was continuing to engage in… violent, full-body tense ups,” which he described in terms of their extent and their appearance to…
…of the internship opportunity. Internships are paid. Applications will be screened by ASAN and Freddie Mac staff and not all who apply will receive an interview. If you are interested,…
To: U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health & Human Services, Education and Related Agencies I am writing on behalf of the Autistic Self Advocacy Network…
…in the need for a continuum of placements and the availability of all appropriate educational techniques. However, research shows that aversive techniques are neither appropriate nor effective. Legitimate concerns have…
…text-only version of the program, click here. Giveaways Speak for Yourself has donated a copy of their AAC app that we’ll be raffling off at the gala! Speak for Yourself…
…end of the public health emergency declaration fast approaching in May, the DEA has announced its proposed permanent rules for the prescribing of controlled medications via telemedicine. These rules would…
…to Judge Kavanaugh’s nomination. However, his careless approach to appellate jurisprudence also poses a significant concern, which has the potential to affect cases outside the realm of disability rights as…