The United States Must Advance Economic Security for Disabled LGBTQI+ Workers ReportNov 3, 2021 The United States Must Advance Economic Security for Disabled LGBTQI+ Workers Data indicate that disabled LGBTQI+ workers experience higher rates of barriers to obtaining and maintaining employment, resulting in difficulties in obtaining economic security. Nov 3, 2021 Caroline Medina, Lindsay Mahowald, Thee Santos, 1 More Mia Ives-Rublee
Recognizing and Addressing Housing Insecurity for Disabled Renters ArticleMay 27, 2021 Recognizing and Addressing Housing Insecurity for Disabled Renters May 27, 2021 Jaboa Lake, Valerie Novack, Mia Ives-Rublee
The ADA at 31: Expanding Disability Rights in the Time of COVID-19 VideoAug 11, 2021 The ADA at 31: Expanding Disability Rights in the Time of COVID-19 Aug 11, 2021 Mia Ives-Rublee, Megan Buckles, Christopher Daileader, 4 More Jasmine Hardy, Hai-Lam Phan, Meghan Miller, Meghan Miller
Supplemental Security Income: An Essential Program for Disabled Americans TestimonySep 21, 2021 Supplemental Security Income: An Essential Program for Disabled Americans Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is a vital anti-poverty program for disabled people, and Congress has the monumental opportunity to raise benefits and fix harmful archaic rules. Sep 21, 2021 Mia Ives-Rublee
SSI Reform Would Boost Incomes for Seniors and Disabled People ArticleSep 20, 2021 SSI Reform Would Boost Incomes for Seniors and Disabled People By raising a low, outdated income floor, the SSI Restoration Act would pull more than 3 million Americans out of poverty. Sep 20, 2021 Nick Buffie
The ADA at 31: Expanding Disability Rights in the Time of COVID-19 VideoAug 11, 2021 The ADA at 31: Expanding Disability Rights in the Time of COVID-19 On the 31st anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and in light of the devastating impacts of the ongoing pandemic, this video emphasizes the need to permanently expand disability rights. Aug 11, 2021 Mia Ives-Rublee, Megan Buckles, Christopher Daileader, 4 More Jasmine Hardy, Hai-Lam Phan, Meghan Miller, Meghan Miller
The ADA at 31: Access to Housing and Health Care Must Meet the Rise of Disability in the U.S. ReportAug 5, 2021 The ADA at 31: Access to Housing and Health Care Must Meet the Rise of Disability in the U.S. The coronavirus crisis has proven that access to basic life amenities is a public health necessity; therefore, legislation should reflect the growing need for housing and health services. Aug 5, 2021 Valerie Novack, Kelly Moh
Enhancing Accessibility in U.S. Elections ReportJul 8, 2021 Enhancing Accessibility in U.S. Elections Voters with disabilities must have full and equal access to the ballot box. Jul 8, 2021 Danielle Root, Mia Ives-Rublee
Recognizing and Addressing Housing Insecurity for Disabled Renters ArticleMay 27, 2021 Recognizing and Addressing Housing Insecurity for Disabled Renters In light of new analyses showing that people with disabilities continue to face higher rates of housing insecurity, housing policies must center this community’s needs to ensure a more equitable housing system for all. May 27, 2021 Jaboa Lake, Valerie Novack, Mia Ives-Rublee
Disability-Forward Policy Recommendations To Advance Accessible and Affordable Housing for All ArticleApr 23, 2021 Disability-Forward Policy Recommendations To Advance Accessible and Affordable Housing for All The federal government should enact the following policy recommendations to increase affordable, accessible, and inclusive housing for all—especially people with disabilities. Apr 23, 2021 Valerie Novack, Adam Ballard, Allie Cannington, 1 More Cathleen O’Brien
Sexual Violence and the Disability Community ArticleFeb 12, 2021 Sexual Violence and the Disability Community The disability rights and justice movement and the reproductive health, rights, and justice movements must come together for nuanced discussions of the silent epidemic of sexual violence against disabled people. Feb 12, 2021 Vilissa Thompson, Nora Ellmann, Rebecca Cokley, 1 More Jamille Fields Allsbrook
Sexual Violence and the Disability Community Discussion Guide ArticleFeb 12, 2021 Sexual Violence and the Disability Community Discussion Guide Conversations around sexual violence must use justice frameworks to center the intersection of gender and disability violence. Feb 12, 2021 Vilissa Thompson, Nora Ellmann, Rebecca Cokley, 1 More Jamille Fields Allsbrook
Understanding the Policing of Black, Disabled Bodies ArticleFeb 10, 2021 Understanding the Policing of Black, Disabled Bodies Current data collection on state violence does not paint a picture that is inclusive of victims with disabilities. Feb 10, 2021 Vilissa Thompson
10 Local Offices on the Ballot That Are Important to the Disability Community ArticleOct 30, 2020 10 Local Offices on the Ballot That Are Important to the Disability Community Here are 10 elected offices on ballots across the country that affect the day-to-day lives of all Americans, including those with disabilities. Oct 30, 2020 Valerie Novack
The Disability Community Needs Paid Family and Medical Leave ArticleOct 27, 2020 The Disability Community Needs Paid Family and Medical Leave Paid family and medical leave is a disability rights issue and helps provide people with disabilities the economic security they need to manage their health, care for loved ones, or receive care from their family. Oct 27, 2020 Diana Boesch, Rebecca Cokley