Future of Disability Justice in Virginia and Beyond
Explore the evolving landscape of disability rights and resources through a series of images showcasing upcoming national legislation, state-level initiatives, and the importance of political advocacy in shaping a more inclusive future. Gain insights from experts and delve into crucial topics like budget considerations, transportation access, social security reforms, emergency management, and website accessibility. Discover the challenges and advancements in disability justice that impact communities in Virginia and beyond.
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disAbility Rights and Resources Disability through the Ages September 22, 2022
What does the future of disability justice look like in Virginia and beyond? Clair Stanley, Public Policy Analyst National Disability Rights Network Colleen Miller, Executive Director disAbility Law Center of Virginia
Introductions What is your experience with political advocacy?
Does the budget matter? State level Federal level
National legislation in the works Transportation: Air Carrier Access Amendments Act
National legislation in the works Social Security: We Can t Wait Act
National legislation in the works Emergency Management: REAADI and DRMA
National legislation in the works The ADA: The Website and Application Accessibility Act
State Level Initiatives Basics: Thousands of legislative proposals Part-time legislature Meets generally in January and February
State level initiatives Law enforcement role in mental health treatment
State level initiatives The school-to-prison pipeline School resource officers Criminalizing student behavior
State level initiatives Brain injury services through Medicaid Case management Waiver Other needs
State level initiatives Improving conditions in the community DOJ settlement and after Freedom from harm
Does the Supreme Court matter? State level Federal level
What can you do? Follow dLCV during the Legislative session Reach out to state and federal policy makers
Contact: Claire.Stanley@ndrn.org Colleen.Miller@dlcv.org
CONNECT WITH US ADDRESS 820 First Street, NE, Suite 740 Washington, D.C. 20002 PHONE 1-202-408-9514 Twitter Icon Instagram icon Facebook icon WEBSITE ndrn.org/contact @ndrnadvocates @ndrnadvocates facebook.com/ NDRNAdvocates
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