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It’s Good Work, If You Can Get It

October 1, 2022 Advocacy

Information recently released from the Bureau of Labor Statistics indicates that across all age groups, people with disabilities are much less likely to be employed…

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Don’t Just Exercise Your Right to Vote — Demand It!

September 1, 2022 Advocacy

It is said that voting is the cornerstone of American democracy. It’s each citizen’s right to have their say in how, and by whom, their…

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Fragrance: The Invisible Access Barrier

August 1, 2022 Advocacy

Fragrance is not the first thing that comes to mind when most people think about accessibility; however, fragrances can be a physical access barrier for…

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What Does Independence Look Like?

July 1, 2022 DARE

As people across the United States gather to celebrate Independence Day we ask ourselves, “What does true independence look like?” With no disrespect to our…

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Recreation for All!

June 2, 2022 Advocacy

Michiganders with disabilities experience higher rates of obesity, diabetes, heart disease, and depression. Outdoor recreational access and inclusion lead to improved physical and mental well-being…

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A Lack of Accessible Public Transportation Creates Isolation

May 2, 2022 DARE

For people with disabilities, accessible public transportation is a major factor in whether or not they can navigate their community independently. In many communities, especially…

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Ensuring IEPs are available in Adult Education

April 1, 2022 DARE

Many young adults with disabilities are being denied access to an education due to misinterpretation of the laws that govern their rights. Much of this…

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Emergency Preparedness Must Be Inclusive

March 1, 2022 DARE

It’s true what they say – “You never know when disaster is going to hit,” and, unfortunately, the frequency of severe storms, wildfires, floods and…

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In-person attendance requirement at open meetings discriminates against people with disabilities in state and local government

February 18, 2022 DARE

Michigan’s Open Meetings Act (OMA) requires that all state and local public meetings (such as governmental boards and commissions) be held in person and that…

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Everyone wins in an accessible community

January 27, 2022 DARE

There is no excuse for inaccessible communities any longer. The problems are wide-spread and well-known – the time to fix it is now. With the…

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