@DREDF

DREDF is a leading national civil rights law + policy center directed by people with disabilities. Follow us on https://xitter.cf/t.co/CsxNJoxcqP

 Berkeley, CA + Washington, DC
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Disability Rights Education and Defense Fund (DREDF) | Berkeley CA

Disability Rights Education and Defense Fund (DREDF), Berkeley. 33,277 followers · 1,753 talking about this · 147 were here. Proudly doing disability rights since 1979.

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Disability & Philanthropy Forum@DisPhilanthropy25 Nov 2024
Check out this @PBSAmerMasters mini-documentary on Brad Lomax, a leader in the early disability justice movement. Written by @infamouslyshort + hosted by @lachimusic for Renegades, a series on historical figures with disabilities. View the episode: pbs.org/wnet/americanmasters…

Renegades: Brad Lomax - Watch the documentary now | American Masters | PBS

Explore Brad Lomax’s under-reported contributions to the early disability justice movement.

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@AAPD24 Nov 2024
We were devastated by the passing of fierce advocate for independent living and against assisted suicide, founder of @NotDeadYetUSA, Diane Coleman. Tomorrow, Monday 11/25 at 3PM ET, join us for a memorial to honor her work and legacy. Register here: us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi…
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As the founder, President, and CEO of @NotDeadYetUSA, Diane Coleman was a pioneering force, elevating the voices of disabled people and advocating tirelessly against policies that threaten lives and dignity. @nytimes obituary released today: nytimes.com/2024/11/20/us/di…

Diane Coleman, Fierce Foe of the Right-to-Die Movement, Dies at 71 (Gift Article)

Her fight for disability rights included founding a group called Not Dead Yet, which protested the work of Dr. Jack Kevorkian and others.

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CAPDisability@CAPDisability20 Nov 2024
A new @dredf report shows how private equity profits & exploits the lives of disabled people who rely on HCBS, autism services, & more, & people who are incarcerated in prison, jail, or living in institutions such as nursing homes or treatment facilities. dredf.org/equity-for-whom-1/

Equity for Whom? An Introduction to Private Equity’s Impacts on the Disability Community - DREDF

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Lurie Institute@LurieInstitute20 Nov 2024
Join @DREDF tomorrow, Nov. 21, 1–2 PM ET, for a webinar on “Sexual and Reproductive Telehealth Access for People with Disabilities.” Learn about barriers to care, how telehealth can bridge gaps, and ways to improve accessibility. Register: zurl.co/DiJm.
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Upcoming webinar on Thursday, Nov 21 at 4:00 pm ET: Sexual and Reproductive Telehealth Access for People with Disabilities us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi…
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Health insurers use artificial intelligence to approve or deny payment for certain medical procedures and treatments. But so far, in most states, these actions are highly unregulated. State regulators must act soon to protect consumers. New report: consumeradvocacyforhealth.or…

Report on Artificial Intelligence and Health Insurance - Consumer Health Reps at NAIC

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We must move collectively to act, to persist, and to protect the bright future we know is possible. We must allow our hopes and dreams to light the way. dredf.org/commitment-to-our-…

Commitment to Our Community Post-Election - DREDF

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We mourn the loss of Diane Coleman (@ndycoleman), a fierce advocate, founder of Not Dead Yet, and friend. Diane transformed the national conversation on assisted suicide and euthanasia, championing the rights of disabled people. May her legacy endure. dredf.org/statement-from-the…
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@AAPD6 Nov 2024
It might take time to #CountEveryVote. That's okay - democracy takes time. The most important thing is that every vote is counted. #Election2024 #Vote
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Autistic Self Advocacy Network@autselfadvocacy6 Nov 2024
We may not know the final election results on election night in every state this year because it could take some states longer to count all the ballots. But that’s OK. Ensuring we #CountEveryVote for every eligible voter is more important than quick election results.
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Sara Luterman@slooterman4 Nov 2024
Diane Coleman, one of the biggest voices in secular disabled opposition to assisted suicide in the US, died over the weekend. I had the honor of interviewing her about her life’s work last year for a @19thnews/@thenation partnership. 19thnews.org/2023/05/end-of-…

Can Americans really make a free choice about dying?

In a country that treats disabled people like expensive burdens and that teaches people to hate and fear disabilities, activists argue that true bodily autonomy is not possible.

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Our vote is our power. Disabled people are turning out to ensure our rights are upheld and our voices heard on issues that directly impact our lives—accessible healthcare, inclusive education, equitable housing, and full community participation. This election is about our future.
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Reminder: The Election Protection Hotline @866OURVOTE is open if you have any issues with your ballot, registration, access barriers, or disability discrimination while you're voting. xitter.cf/AAPD/status/1853425716…
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@AAPD4 Nov 2024
If you have any issues with your ballot, registration, access barriers, or disability discrimination while you are voting, The Election Protection Hotline @866OURVOTE is here to help! AAPD and other disability orgs will be helping with disability-related issues 🫡 #Vote
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Disability Rights Education & Defense Fund retweeted
Autistic Self Advocacy Network@autselfadvocacy4 Nov 2024
All of us at ASAN are saddened to hear that Diane Coleman, President and CEO of Not Dead Yet, has passed away. Diane fought fiercely for the rights of disabled people and for the principle that our lives have equal value.
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Disability Rights California
@DisabilityCA29 Oct 2024
As National Disability Employment Awareness Month comes to a close, we're excited to announce the formation of the California Disability Leadership Alliance. The Alliance is made up of disability and Deaf leaders from disability-led organizations with the goal of building cross-disability collaboration, solidarity, and political power to influence and improve policies for disabled people in California. Today The Alliance published its first report: State of the State: California Disability Policy in 2024. The report identifies policy areas like health care, education, transportation, housing, and employment in which lawmakers, state agency leaders, and advocates can partner to advance disability community interests. Learn more about The Alliance and the State of the State: disabilityrightsca.org/press… #CDLAlliance #DisabilityPolicy #DisCollectiveCA #InclusiveCA #NDEAM #DisabilityInclusion #DisabilityRights #NothingWithoutUs @CalVoices @ccb_org @CFILC_1982 @ChoiceinAging @TheCoelhoCenter @DREDF @nfb_cal @NorCalDeafSvcs @ThePaintedBrain
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We're excited to share this State of the State report, published today by the newly formed California Disability Leadership Alliance. It identifies specific areas to partner with state leaders to advance #DisabilityPolicy interests. Learn more: dredf.org/california-disabil…

California Disability Leadership Alliance Releases “State of the State” Report, Calling for Bold...

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Autistic Self Advocacy Network@autselfadvocacy29 Oct 2024
"Recognizing and embracing neurodiversity should be a part of DEI efforts and initiatives...I can’t speak for all neurodivergent people, but as a neurodivergent person myself I am tired of being overlooked and ignored." forbes.com/sites/mayarichard…

DEI Should Include Neurodiversity. Here’s Why

It’s time to fully embrace neurodiversity.

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