Topic: A discussion about voting
Hosted by: Liz Weintraub and Lauren Blachowiak, Liz’s co-worker
What happened: Liz and Lauren made a presentation on how to how to register to vote and how to vote safely. They also told students good ways to learn about the people running for office and more. You can watch the video to hear what they had to say.
This publication explains the WIOA, or the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act of 2014, and why it is important for people with disabilities. Simple language and an easy-to-use question and answer format is used.
This plain language publication explains the Achieving a Better Life Experience Act, or the ABLE Act, and why it is important for people with disabilities. Simple language and an easy-to-use question and answer format is used.
This publication explains what is important about the FERPA Act, or the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act. Simple language and an easy-to-read question and answer format is used.
Other publications in this Plain Language Series are available on the topics of WIOA, federal financial aid, and the ABLE Act, and can be found here.
Impacting policy does not have to be scary. This webinar, recorded in October 2019 by AUCD staff Liz Weintraub and Rylin Rodgers, shares the latest Washington news and explore what is happening in the 116th Congress and on the campaign trail. They share actions and tips to help you make an impact. This webinar is for those interested in finding out what is going on in Congress now, what issues need your attention, and how to impact change. Objectives: 1. Increase your knowledge of what is happening in federal policy 2. Build skills to impact your congressional delegation 3.
Recording of an Emerging Advocates group meeting from September 2019. This group, led by Liz Weintraub of AUCD, is for people with disabilities to learn and talk about advocacy. Of course, supporters are welcome. Meetings are held quarterly.
With the 116th Congress in session as of January 3, 2019, Liz wants YOU to know there is no reason to be scared of contacting your Congressperson! Here, she reminds you to feel comfortable about sharing your story and advocating yourself, and how you can contact your Congressperson.
This week, Liz Weintraub provides an overview of what public comments on rules and regulations are, and how you can make them.
This week on Tuesdays with Liz, host Liz Weintraub shares information about Congress, reminding viewers that they work for you. She also includes some useful tips for contacting your congressional representatives and highlights a relevant tool AUCD has.
In this edition of Tuesdays with Liz, host Liz Weintraub, kicks off the 25th Anniversary of Americans with Disabilities Act
