Civic Engagement Toolbox For Self-Advocates
…But when they don’t do that, we have the right to make our voices heard. In short, civic engagement means: learning about how the government works, and making sure that…
…But when they don’t do that, we have the right to make our voices heard. In short, civic engagement means: learning about how the government works, and making sure that…
…a person. That person with a disability has a body, and a mind. That person with a disability has needs, concerns, desires, a personal history, a context of family, friends,…
…applying for a green card, or applying for an adjustment of status (with some exceptions) is deemed “likely to become a public charge,” they may be excluded from the country….
…best that life has to offer, and you have a community that will continue to fight for your freedom from the torture you are currently forced to endure,” said Sharon…
…claims that “there is a place for ethical use of aversives.” These claims go against the findings of the United Nations, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and the voices…
…on how you can make your voice heard. The deadline for submitting comments for this meeting has passed, but you can learn how to submit comments in the future, and…
…ADAAA’s definition of disability is designed to be very broad. Such a broad definition is necessary and appropriate in the context of an anti-discrimination law. However, given Section 503’s more…
…We support congressional action to ensure that Americans, especially people with disabilities and multi-marginalized people, can go about our daily lives free from violence. However, we are concerned that many…
…short. We believe in a future where all people can live free of oppression and where all our voices can be heard. We won’t stop until that world is real….
…their basic rights and freedoms protected like all other Americans. The right to vote should not be any different,” said Michelle Bishop, National Disability Rights Network Advocacy Voting Rights Specialist….