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Disability Network West Michigan provides independent living resources for people with disabilities in Muskegon, Oceana, Newaygo, Lake, and Mason Counties.
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Disability Network West Michigan provides independent living resources for people with disabilities in Muskegon, Oceana, Newaygo, Lake, and Mason Counties.
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Disability Inclusion Lunch & Learn Series:
Introduction to the ADA (Americans With Disabilities Act)
12:00- 1:00 PM
United Way of Lakeshore
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“An actor with Down syndrome got a special birthday gift: His film won an Academy Award and the A-lister audience at the awards show sang him "Happy Birthday."
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Movie Starring Actor With Down Syndrome Wins Oscar
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An actor with Down syndrome got a special birthday gift: His film won an Academy Award and the A-lister audience at the awards show sang him "Happy Birthday."Comment on Facebook
"Barry started tagging along with his father to MSU games at four years old. Heeding the advice of a doctor, Lee initially brought Barry as a therapy of sorts. The basketball games were a way to provide both social and mental stimulation to Barry, who was diagnosed with down syndrome."
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Meet the Breslin Center's conductor, Barry Greer - The State News
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Amongst that general chaos, one can always find Barry Greer. He’s hard to miss. Every game day, he’ll find his place at the front of the band, waving his arms to the beat and directing the musicia...Comment on Facebook
Join us next week?!
Disability Inclusion Lunch & Learn Series:
Introduction to the ADA (Americans With Disabilities Act)
12:00- 1:00 PM
United Way of Lakeshore
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“Language has power. Words have power. The movement of Persons First Language is simply seeing the person as more than just a disability,” says Cauchi. “I myself am legally blind, but then there’s a lot more to me than just being a blind person.”
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Your words matter: How to respect people with disabilities
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Persons First Language is replacing ableist language that devalues people with disabilities by erroneously implying they are abnormal.Comment on Facebook
Transit Update:
#transit #transportation #community #LocalUpdate⚠️ Transit Alert ⚠️
Sanford St from E Apple Ave to E Laketon Ave is closed for construction. Project starts Monday, March 13th and is tentatively scheduled through November 1st.
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"It’s worth noting that disability intersects with and exists alongside other marginalized groups, and Firebuds is cognizant of that dynamic. The show features a cornucopia of diversity in terms of not only disability but of racial makeup and sexuality. The character Bo has a Filipino dad and a Jewish mom, while Violet is Japanese and Filipino, and adopted by two women. Jayden and Jazzy are both Black, with the latter having spina bifida and uses a wheelchair."
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Disney’s ‘Firebuds’ Wants To Show People Young And Old Disability Representation Is, In Fact, Diversity
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The series has two episodes, one premiering today (called "Cleft Hood") and another premiering next week (called "All That Jazzy"), that is much more disability-centric along the lines of the aforemen...Comment on Facebook
“On March 12, 1990, over 1,000 disability rights activists marched from the White House to the U.S. Capitol to demand the passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), which had been stalled in Congress. To illustrate the barriers that many people with disabilities faced every day, over 60 activists cast aside their wheelchairs and crutches and began crawling up the 83 stone steps that lead to the Capitol building — among them was Jennifer Keelan-Chaffins, an 8-year-old girl with cerebral palsy who declared "I’ll take all night if I have to" as she pulled herself up the steps.”
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An 8-Year-Old Crawled Up the U.S. Capitol Steps to Help Pass the Americans with Disabilities Act
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At 8 years old, Jennifer Keelan-Chaffins joined the "Capitol Crawl" with other disability rights activists demanding passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act.Comment on Facebook
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As airlines face more disability-related complaints, new legislation would ensure that the public knows about the problems travelers with disabilities are encountering and how they're resolved.
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Senators Want Disability Complaints Against Airlines Made Public
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As airlines face more disability-related complaints, new legislation would ensure that the public knows about the problems travelers with disabilities are encountering and how they're resolved.Comment on Facebook
Today (March 8th) is International Women's Day, which is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women. The day also marks a call to action for accelerating women's equality.
#internationalwomensday #AwarenessMattersInternational Women's Day 2023 is an opportunity for us to embrace equity and advocate for gender equality. This year's theme, "Embrace Equity," highlights the importance of creating a fair and just society where everyone has access to the same opportunities and rights, regardless of their gender.
Gender inequality continues to be a pervasive issue around the world, with women often facing discrimination in areas such as education, employment, and healthcare. Women are also disproportionately affected by issues such as poverty, violence, and climate change.
Embracing equity means recognizing and addressing these systemic barriers that prevent women from fully participating in society. It means advocating for policies and practices that promote gender equality, such as equal pay for equal work, access to affordable childcare, and paid parental leave. It means supporting women's leadership and amplifying their voices in decision-making processes.
This International Women's Day, let us commit to embracing equity and working towards a more just and equitable world for all. Let us celebrate the achievements of women and honor their resilience, strength, and contributions to our society. Together, we can build a brighter future where gender equality is a reality.
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