In this edition of Tuesdays with Liz, host Liz Weintraub, kicks off the 25th Anniversary of Americans with Disabilities Act
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National Coordinating Center
Advocacy & Outreach
At this meeting with TPSIDs, Frank Smith and Meg Grigal from the Think College National Coordinating Center explained proposed changes to the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) and the impact this would have on inclusive PSE. Here is a brief summary of the issue: IPEDS is the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System. Data are updated annually via surveys conducted by the U.S. Department of Education’s National Center for Education Statistics (NCES).
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National Coordinating Center
This was the inaugural meeting of the Think College Emerging Advocates. During this call, Liz Weintraub asked and answered questions with people with disabilities and without, who are interested in advocacy. At this and future meetings, Liz will lead discussion about how you can be both a self-advocate and an advocate, and sometimes you can be one or the other. This call is led and for people with disabilities. Of course, supporters are welcome. This new group is hosted by Liz Weintraub, Senior Advocacy Specialist at Association of University Centers on Disabilities, or AUCD.
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National Coordinating Center
This paper from the University of Minnesota makes the following points:
Think College Emerging Advocates
Have you ever thought about the difference between being a self advocate and an advocate. You can be BOTH, and sometimes you can be one or the other. On this call, I can show you how, and when it is appropriate to be one or the other. This call is led and for people with disabilities. Of course, supporters are welcome.
This new group is hosted by Liz Weintraub, Senior Advocacy Specialist at Association of University Centers on Disabilities, or AUCD. Liz also hosts a weekly video series highlighting current issues in disability policy.
The purpose of this paper is to propose and describe a model for engaging and retaining students with IDD/autism in Minnesota's 24 community and technical colleges and seven state universities (MnSCU). The model, as described in this paper, is based upon past and current efforts to provide postsecondary education opportunities for these students. The paper, first, provides background to clarify the diverse characteristics and outcomes of students with IDD/autism. It then examines the relevance and critical importance of drawing upon MnSCU’s system capacity to serve these students.
Washington Outlook: What Difference Will the Election Make for Persons with Disabilities?
The elections in November will have a real impact on individuals with intellectual and other disabilities and your vote will make a difference. This nonpartisan webinar will highlight key federal and state policies and legislation that will be impacted, including education, inclusive higher education, the future of long-term services and supports, and the availability of health care for individuals with pre-existing conditions.
Autism Law Summit
The Autism Law Summit is an annual, two-day gathering of parent advocates, autism service providers, lawyers, individuals with autism, lobbyists, and legislators from across the United States who are interested in the politics and policy of autism spectrum disorders. Now in its 12th year, the Autism Law Summit creates space for interactive, high-level, expert-facilitated conversations on improving health insurance, Medicaid, and transition to adulthood.
This webinar from July 2017 looks at what you can and cannot do when educating state legislators, how to do it, who to approach and how to say it. Templates and tools are shared. Whether you are an experienced advocate or a beginner, there is something here for you.
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National Coordinating Center
This PowerPoint template was created to be used by postsecondary education teams to educate each other, community partners, advocacy groups, and legislators about the benefits of postsecondary education for students with intellectual disability. The presentaiton includes tips on how to advocate and educate others, and allows the user to insert individual stories or information about an existing or planned program.
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National Coordinating Center