Today, marks 32 years since the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was signed into law. And, Governor Josh Stein proclaimed that today, July 26, 2022, is "Americans with Disabilities Act Day" for all citizens of North Carolina! Happy ADA Day! 🎉 #ADA32 bit.ly/3Oxciwc

We hope everyone had a peaceful & safe Labor Day weekend! We're working to change the face of employment and opportunity for people with #disabilities. There is good news to report – Disability employment is at its highest in decades! nationaldisabilityinstitute.org/press/labor-da…

Active Parenting: First Five Years- Free - Online via Zoom; Tuesday evenings September 20, 27, October 4, 11 6:00-7:30 p.m. – Online; Please email [email protected] or call (701) 857-6450 to register.

Did you know that this week is #DSPRecognitionWeek? Here at NDSS, we recognize & appreciate all of the important work that Direct Support Professionals provide to the #DownSyndrome and disability communities. We celebrate you & your impact this week and every week! #ThankYouDSPs

Mark your calendar and join Courtney, ND Assistive Technology Trainer, as she shares great options through these ½ hour webinars: October 5, 2022: Smart Home Routines bit.ly/WebinarRegistr…

Advocating for Rights and Inclusion in School Buildings What you need to know about IEPs, Transition, extended school year, and mental health. November 1st and 15th. To register, go to REGISTER AT: tinyurl.com/2ke86f6a

The Olmstead Commission wants to hear from you! Please take this short priorities survey to let us know about the state’s services and supports for persons with disabilities, as suggestions on next year’s annual goals and priorities. bit.ly/3BTUxmw

ND Division of Vocation Rehabilitation Conference Annual Conference “Working Together to Make Things Better” October 26-28, 2022, in Minot. For more information, go to: Cheryl Anderson Vocational Rehabilitation email: [email protected]

The 2022 Parent Leadership Institute is scheduled for Oct 7-9. Parents and family can apply to attend at: Apply: surveymonkey.com/r/GY9VLHX

Welcome to National Disability Employment Awareness Month (#NDEAM2022)! This year’s theme is “Disability: Part of the Equity Equation.” Check out this @NatDisability article for resources and to learn about ways you can foster a more equitable workforce. bit.ly/3RiW7E9

October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM)! Throughout the month we will highlight events, activists, and resources. NDEAM celebrates the contributions of workers with disabilities and showcases supportive, inclusive employment policies and practices.

Do you need help with your mental health? If you don't know where to start, this infographic may help guide you. go.usa.gov/xGfxz #shareNIMH #MIAW22 #MIAW2022

Let's keep shattering the silence for Mental Illness Awareness Week. If you're struggling or just want to talk, or if you know someone who is feeling hopeless, please reach out ANYTIME to the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: 📞 988 💬 988lifeline.org

The Olmstead Leadership Forum meets on Monday, October 17 from 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm. This meeting is open to the public! Register on our website at bit.ly/3McdYvz

Everyone is welcome to attend the quarterly ND Olmstead meeting today at 1 pm. Topics will include 2023 goals and our recent workforce survey. Agenda: bit.ly/3ezXwZL Meeting link: bit.ly/3gcXLdi

Webinar: Creating a Plan to Promote Tax Prep Services to Taxpayers with Disabilities – Nov. 3, 3:00-4:00 p.m. ET. Learn how to increase outreach & free tax prep services for people with disabilities & family members. Register bit.ly/3stRA7W #FreeTaxPrep #ShareOurStrength

Is this picture worth 1,000 words? We hope our new visual on equity vs. equality will prompt meaningful conversations about the imperative to advance #HealthEquity. rwjf.ws/3EIL43L

MCD is proud to support the goMARTI project. Thank you to Myrna Peterson, MCD Council member from Grand Rapids, for her work. Myrna is leading efforts to bring accessible transportation options to rural Minnesota. msn.com/en-us/autos/ne… Image preview: goMARTI autonomous vehicle

Do you know who is responsible for Americans with Disability Act compliance in leased places of public accommodation, the landlord, or the tenant? Get the answer and learn more about ADA compliance here: adata.org/faq/who-has-re… #ADA #Legal #Disability

We encourage you to attend the mnhealth “Data Matters: Closing the Disability Data Gap” event on December 6, 11:30 am to 1 pm to learn about COVID boosters and disability health data. disability.state.mn.us/2022/12/02/let…