Wrapped up an incredible #internship at Center for Democracy & Technology in DC! I'm #grateful for the amazing experiences in tech policy research and the fantastic people I had the pleasure of working with. Big thanks to my supervisor Michal Luria @[email protected] and AAPD! Here’s to new adventures ahead! 🎉🎉🎉

Disability benefits should not stop disabled people from getting married, plain and simple. New coverage on marriage penalties from TODAY. today.com/health/news/di… #LoveTax #EndTheLoveTax #MarriageEquality #freedomtomarry

Don't forget to join our public hearings tomorrow, Thursday, August 8 at either 10:00 AM or 2:00 PM (ET) over Zoom. We'll hear from the disability community on their experiences with #AI. ♿ Learn more about this collaboration with AAPD & Center for Democracy & Technology: access-board.gov/news/2024/07/0…

Today U.S. Department of Justice released its final rule on accessible medical equipment, such as exam tables & weighing machines. Requiring access to MDE for all is a critical action to lessen the health disparities faced by disabled people. Learn more here: ada.gov/notices/2024/0…

Moses Serwadda, Spring 2024 #ProFellows from Uganda, reflected on his inclusive civic engagement experience in Washington DC with AAPD: buff.ly/3WdmNMe Educational & Cultural Affairs—U.S. Dept. of State Community Inclusion Humanity & Inclusion_East Africa Region #ExchangeOurWorld #CitizenDiplomacy

On 9/19 at 1:00pm ET, Anna Shireen Wadia of The CARE Fund will moderate a conversation with panelists Maria Town of AAPD and Rahnee Patrick of Illinois DHS on supporting a care economy created by and for disabled people. Register now to tune in! bit.ly/DisPhilanthrop…

Don't forget to join our public hearing tomorrow, Thursday, August 22 at 2:00 p.m. (ET) over Zoom. During this session, we'll hear from Federal Agency AI leaders & #AI practitioners. ♿ Learn more about this collaboration with AAPD & Center for Democracy & Technology here: access-board.gov/news/2024/07/0…

Have you registered for our #nTIDE Deeper Dive webinar this Friday? Tune in at 12 pm (ET) to hear from our guest speaker Katie Johnson, MPA, program manager for AAPD. Register now: tinyurl.com/4z623m88 DisabilityStatistics Institute on Disability Association of University Centers on Disabilities #DisabilityEmployment

For this #TBT, we're looking at a Board meeting from 1994 which featured #disability rights leader Judy Heumann, who was serving as our Chair at the time, and fellow advocate Glen Stotler, who served as a Public Member from 1988 to 1994. Judy served in her role again in 1996.

Are you a disabled leader whose work is growing? Apply for the AAPD Paul G. Hearne Emerging Leader Award & win funding and support for your project! Deadline: Oct 15. #DisabilityRights #DisabilityCommunity #EmergingLeader aapd.com/paul-g-hearne-…

🚨 During excessive heatwaves, everyone, particularly Disabled & older adults should take precautions. Here are some essential steps: 📡 Stay Informed 💧 Hydrated &❄️Cool 👕 Use light clothing ⏰ Limit outdoor activities 🤝 Create a support network 🔋 Prep for power outages 🧵1/6

Thank you to everyone who joined our public hearings on artificial intelligence! ♿ We are proud to have partnered with AAPD & Center for Democracy & Technology, and to have heard from members of the disability community and federal & AI industry practitioners. Learn more: access-board.gov/news/2024/08/2…

REV UP’s mission is to build the power of the disability vote through increasing civic engagement in the disability community and improving the accessibility of elections. Click below to get involved with REV UP in your own community! AAPD bit.ly/3TO7Fm4

Team USA’s Jessica Long’s accolades are incredible — she’s a 29 time Paralympic medalist! She’s also a four-time ESPY winner, an author, advocate and public speaker. Join us in cheering on Jessica at the #Paralympics2024!

National Disability Voting Rights Week is here! Join us all week from Sept 9-13 for daily action items, events, and resources! Together, we can ensure our democracy works for all. Learn more: aapd.com/disability-vot… #NDVRW2024