Tuesday, July 28, 2015

Autistic Self Advocacy Network "ASAN Autistic Scholars Fellowship" apply by Nov. 15, 2015

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In honor of the 25th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN) is very pleased to ...

Accessing State of Illinois Affordable Housing Resources: PAIR Module Waiting List - Webinar July 30th

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Join us for a webinar on  Jul 30, 2015 at 11:30 AM CDT . Register now! https://attendee.gotowebinar. com/register/ 176974461136765953 ...

U.S. Access Board Releases Next Installment of the Online Guide to the ADA and ABA Standard

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The next installment of the U.S. Access Board s online guide to accessibility standards issued under the Americans with Disabilities Act (...

ALERT: Responsible Budget Coalition State of Illinois Budget "Day of Action" Tell Leaders to Stop Ignoring Revenue Solutions

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As of July 1, the state stopped funding vital services and we’re paying the price. Programs that provide shelter to people experiencing ...

Out of over 14,000 Uber vehicles in New York City, ZERO are Wheelchair Accessible

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If Uber won't stop for wheelchair users, maybe it's time we all stop using Uber Nationally! YouTube Published by  United Spinal  ...
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For Thousands of Vietnam Vets, PTSD Symptoms Persist

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More than a quarter-million Vietnam veterans suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms today, four decades after the war...

Chicago Coalition Marks ADA's 25th Anniversary With New Yearlong Initiatives

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In light of the Americans with Disabilities Act's 25th anniversary on Sunday, Progress Illinois profiles new initiatives being spearhea...
Monday, July 27, 2015

Senator Dick Durbin (D-IL) Celebrates the 25th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act - video (cc)

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U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin (D-IL), on the U.S. Senate floor on Monday 07/27/2015 to commemorate the ADA's 25th anniversary. During his spee...

Tom Harkin discusses what is ahead for the Americans with Disabilities Act, on the 25th Anniversary

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The Daily Iowan Ethics and Politics Initiative spoke to former Sen. Tom Harkin, D-Iowa, about the background, legacy, and future of the Am...

Starbucks Ban on Man Who Asked Patrons Not to Park in Disability-Reserved Spot, Though Ban Revoked, Still Advocating Starbucks

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PHOTO: Rob Rowen said Starbucks sent him a letter, banning him for life. wonderful report from ABC NEWS , By EMILY SHAPIRO | July 26, 2...