JFNA is pleased to partner with RespectAbility to host a series of convenings for all of us who are passionate about the advocacy agenda of the JDAM sessions. We will gather informally on Zoom for facilitated discussions, sharing strategies, learning from each other, and planning action steps so that together we can pursue disability justice
JFNA is pleased to partner with RespectAbility to host a series of convenings for all of us who are passionate about the advocacy agenda of the JDAM sessions. We will gather informally on Zoom for facilitated discussions, sharing strategies, learning from each other, and planning action steps so that together we can pursue disability justice
Join us for many different virtual events offered by The Jewish Federations of North America in the month of February. From diverse communities across North America, we are coming together to harness our collective power to break down barriers to opportunity and inclusion. Help us advance policy that empowers individuals with disabilities to achieve maximum
As part of Jewish Disability Advocacy Month, the Greater Miami Jewish Federation's Jewish Community Relations Council and the Miami Jewish Abilities Alliance are cosponsoring a program on February 16, Advocating for the Rights of People of All Abilities. Our Greater Miami featured speakers will be Sabrina Cohen and Debbie Dietz. More information and the link
The session will be held on October 26 from 3:30 pm to 4:45 pm EDT. The session will include a panel featuring four Federations and Jewish Family Service agencies providing exemplary services to individuals with disabilities in the age of COVID-19, with a keynote address from Tim Shriver, Ph.D., Chairman of Special Olympics. The goal
Held every October, NDEAM is a fitting time to educate about disability employment issues and celebrate the many and varied contributions of America’s workers with disabilities. The 2020 NDEAM theme is Increasing Access and Opportunity. NDEAM is led by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Office of Disability Employment Policy (ODEP), but its true spirit lies in
You can help those with dyslexia get the support they need to reach their full potential. Simple actions can raise awareness and lead to policy changes, such as helping more people understand what dyslexia is and using the word dyslexia rather than lumping it together with broad learning disabilities. The items in this toolkit will
This dynamic workshop covers important topics such as knowing what rights protect you and your loved one with a disability, understanding The Mental Health Parity Act, and learning effective strategies to document your child’s system involvement. Participants will learn to recognize your role in reducing stigma and create the story that works for you! This
Yessenia is an impactful leader with a global mission to empower the community to see their ABILITIES. Born with Spina Bifida, she has overcome all odds to develop her own abilities into the professional fields of community organizing, social services, public speaking and event planning. Along with founding Disability Programs & Training, Yesse currently serves
Identifying and Preventing Abuse of People with Developmental Disabilities Abuse and exploitation are constant dangers for people with developmental disabilities. According to a recent study, they are four to ten times more likely to be abused than their peers without disabilities. In this workshop, adults with developmental disabilities and their families will learn what abuse
