Use these tools when you visit with your state policymakers and legislators. Developed by Think College and AUCD, these handouts help people understand important terminology and processes, and how to talk to others about issues that are important to you.
Denise Rozell, Director of Policy Innovation at AUCD, walks us through the year to come regarding policy and advocacy related to higher education for students with intellectual disability.
It can be a bit intimidating to think about advocating for the rights of people with disabilities, but it doesn't need to be. You are a person with a voice, and that's all you need!
There's a lot that goes on to move policy and regulations forward: people meet, recommendations are designed and submitted to the appropriate agencies, Federal guidance is passed, and legislation may be passed. In this brief post, Stephanie Smith Lee provides additional explanation.
Ten teams of policy advocates are preparing to visit Washington, DC in June to learn more about advocacy and disability policy, and then visit their Members of Congress. They are ready to take what they've learned to effect change in the disability community.
[Project: National Coordinating Center]
This year's cohort of Think College Policy Advocates is excited to learn together about advocacy and disability policy, so they can meet their state representatives and talk about issues important to them.
In order to really affect change in inclusive postsecondary education, it's important to understand what's going on at the local, state, and national levels. Fortunately, we've got that information for you right here.
What are Think College Policy Advocates? College students with intellectual disability have an opportunity each year to attend a disability policy conference and learn how to advocate for themselves and others with disabilities. Hear from some of the 2021 participants about their experiences.
There are many things that state government can do to promote inclusive college programs and help existing programs grow and mature. But what about state governments? Where do they come into the picture? How can we influence them? Are there things that my state government can do? The answer is Yes!
