Many actors are playing a role in the ReelAbilities Film Festival, set for June 11-14 in the Twin Cities. Organizers continue to seek volunteers, sponsor support and of course, audience…
Day: May 8, 2015
Adjournment date nears - Many issues unresolved as legislative session winds down
Months of lobbying are coming to down to waiting and wondering about Minnesota’s disability communities’ legislation. The Minnesota House and Senate passed health and human services funding bills in late…
See track and field stars - U.S. Paralympics track and field meet is in June
Fans of the U.S. Paralympics track and field team have a rare chance to see prominent athletes in action at St. Paul’s Hamline University in June. U.S. Paralympics, a division…
1990 petition regarded as Magna Carta for disability rights
What is considered to be the most impressive petition drive of its day, for the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), bears the names of more than 8,500 people with disabilities, their…
Editor's Column - May 2015
I’m wearing a short sleeve shirt today for the first time this season. I’m sitting in my office with the window open, too, and am very comfortable. Summer warmth has…
Partners in Policymaking offers chance to develop skills
Anyone who has ever wanted to develop effective advocacy skills, for themselves or for a family member, should consider the nationally acclaimed Partners in Policymaking Program. The program is now…