We're still learning about #COVID19. We know it affects some people more than others. In a new AllofUsResearch study, scientists explore new ways to understand COVID risk. Learn more about how genetics might affect COVID outcomes: bit.ly/3Ma6fyR

Our communities deserve quality healthcare. This includes vaccines for all. Preventative vaccines can support the health of our communities. With AllofUsResearch, you can be part of helping us understand what supports good health: bit.ly/AllofUsInclusi… Image Affect

A Message from Theo Braddy: That’s My Dad Many are commenting on the event of the Governor Tim Walz and his son at the DNC. It was one of the rare, genuine displays of love and acceptance within a family that I haven’t seen in real time. Read more: bit.ly/4g1OjnF

Action Alert: Urge Congress to Fund and Support Critical Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Legislation Without sufficient funding and legislative support, countless people may be forced into institutional settings Read more and take action: bit.ly/4cL11nQ

Did You Know (DYK) - trans people are more likely to have a disability? AllofUsResearch is helping us understand the health experiences of diverse communities. Join now + shape health history: bit.ly/AllofUsInclusi…. Image Affect #TransHealth

Celebrate disability independence with the latest LEAD Center newsletter! Access #Olmstead25 success stories from the field, webinars, resources, and more! bit.ly/3X3JfYq

2024 Major Update to Disability Rights - New Legal Accessibility Standards YouTube: bit.ly/4dXxTLu The recent HHS ruling marks a significant step forward in ensuring greater accessibility. Look for future NCIL webinars on new 504 rules to ensure we know our rights!

Film Screening and Panel Discussion: Better Off Dead? with Liz Carr September 20, 2024; 10:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Eastern Join a screening and discussion of this groundbreaking documentary. Event Space: MLK Memorial Library (Washington, DC) Read more: bit.ly/4cR4Aca

This #NationalRecoveryMonth we uplift the knowledge in our communities. Recovery for mental health and substance use is a huge milestone and a life-long path of learning. Join us on Sept 12 at 2:00 p.m. Eastern for a discussion on #recovery care: bit.ly/Circle-Recover…

PBS NewsHour: People with disabilities face extra hurdles amid national housing shortage YouTube: bit.ly/3Xc33Yq

Listening Session: Emerging Disability Advocates and Leaders in Independent Living September 25, 2024; 2:00 p.m. Eastern NCIL is hosting a listening session to gather feedback and input from emerging disability advocates and leaders! Read more: bit.ly/3ZdqyTD

OPEN POSITION: Independent Living Coordinator, Disability Empowerment Center (Lancaster, PA) Closing / removal date: October 5, 2024 Read more: bit.ly/3Xd2hdY

Today (September 9, 2024) at 5:00 p.m. Eastern, President Biden will deliver remarks to celebrate the ADA and Disability Pride Month. NCIL Executive Director Theo Braddy will be in attendance. Watch: bit.ly/47mu5ks CART: bit.ly/3ZdtiAz

Interpreter access is part of #PrecisionMedicine! For the deaf and hard-of-hearing, communication is key to health care access. Be part of AllofUsResearch to improve health research: bit.ly/AllofUsInclusi… #AllofUsInclusion

HSRC Webinar: HUD Mainstream Voucher Guidance Discussion September 16, 2024; 2:00-3:00 p.m. Eastern Location: Zoom Register online (bit.ly/3XoyBKH) Among other new flexibilities, the guidance enables PHAs to prioritize Mainstream Vouchers for people referred by CILs.

Join the Employment Resource Hub’s monthly Peer Call to learn about and discuss youth pathways to employment! This call is virtual and occurs on September 24, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. Eastern. Register at: bit.ly/4d4VecV

This #NationalRecoveryMonth, tune in for a talk on recovery care. The @aahd1 2024-2025 Disability & Health Webinar series starts Sept. 25! The first is "Exploring Recovery: Futures of Trauma-Informed Care." Register at: bit.ly/DH-RecoveryMon…

OPEN POSITION: Community Integration Specialist, disAbility Resource Center of the Rappahannock Area (Fredericksburg, VA) Closing / Removal Date: open until filled Posted: September 17, 2024 Read more: bit.ly/3TsOM8T

National Partnership for Women and Families: "This Disabled Women’s Equal Pay Day, we demand lawmakers 1: End segregated workplaces and subminimum wages; 2: Eliminate draconian benefit eligibility requirements; Expand funding to live in our communities instead of institutions."

NCIL Executive Director Theo Braddy was proud to join President Biden at the White House Disability Pride and ADA Anniversary celebration. Image: President Joe Biden and Theo Braddy pose for a photo. They are both smiling exuberantly.