People have a variety of comfort levels with advocating. We get that.
We'd like to assemble a "go-to" list when issues come up, to help YOU advocate at the level you're most comfortable with.
Things you can do RIGHT NOW to promote independent living for people with disabilities. There's a few Federal initiatives we could use your help with this summer...
Do you share our vision of full inclusion for people with disabilities in all aspects of our community? Do you want to support our advocacy but don't have the time to come to meetings, show up at rallys or send emails? We're happy to take financial support too!
On July 26th, we celebrated the 20th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)! This bipartisan-supported law was signed by George H.W. Bush with the promise of "leveling the playing field" for people with disabilities, by eliminating physical and programmatic barriers to full participation in society and workplaces for people with disabilities.
Let's celebrate what we've accomplished together and be mindful of what we have yet to do, to realize the vision of the ADA!
Watch a video of WI's work to promote the passing of the ADA
Brian Peters
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Brian is the Housing Advocate at IndependenceFirst.
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