Americans with Disabilities Act
Downtown discussions get real about "crip life"
by (TSzakal)
Submitted 03-23-2015 under LOCAL LIFE
During LaughFest, over 40 people joined in the upper room of the B.O.B. to engage with Christopher Smit of DisArt Festival, Tommy Allen with Rapid Growth Media and Toni Bal, an independent writer. They paneled a discussion called "Crip Life in...
Story Matters: Dave and Lori Hastings explain caregiving, helping others
by (Elevating Voices)
Submitted 08-21-2014 under NONPROFITS
We build community when we share our stories - whether they be a memory, an experience or just simply telling what we think is great about this place. The Elevating Voices project is collaborating with 12 local nonprofits through the summer and fall...
Story Matters: Cathy Ling doesn't let learning, physical disabilities stop her from achieving her goals
by (Elevating Voices)
Submitted 08-08-2014 under NONPROFITS
We build community when we share our stories - whether they be a memory, an experience or just simply telling what we think is great about this place. The Elevating Voices project is collaborating with 12 local nonprofits through the summer and fall...
Catalyst Radio: Disability Advocates hosting downtown celebration Tues. for ADA anniversary
by (Catalyst Radio)
Submitted 07-21-2014 under NEWS
Don't have time to listen now? Download the mp3 and listen at your leisure. INTERVIEW This month marks the 24th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, and a celebration in recognition of the civil rights law that bars...