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Where disability rights are human rights.

DRC Constitution

Posted on December 5, 2012 by disabilityrightscoalition

Disability Rights Coalition “Where disability rights are human rights” Preamble To establish a community of students with and without disabilities that will bridge a common understanding of advocacy, pride, and inclusion by addressing disability rights as human rights and therefore, … Continue reading →

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CRPD ACTION DAY!

Posted on October 28, 2012 by disabilityrightscoalition

TAKE 3 MINUTES TODAY TO CONTACT YOUR SENATORS FOR THE CRPD! Monday October 29th is our Action Day for the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities! The opposition has stated that the disability community is uninformed and does … Continue reading →

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DC Disability Mentoring Day 2012

Posted on October 2, 2012 by disabilityrightscoalition

Most of you are probably aware that October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month. During the month of October is a national program called Disability Mentoring Day, which aims to connect students and job-seekers with disabilities to mentors and career … Continue reading →

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INDIVISIBLE Connections

Posted on September 27, 2012 by disabilityrightscoalition

Indivisible was a great success yesterday, thank you to everyone who came out, and a big thank you to all the organizations who participated and shared information with attendees! If you missed the event or want to stay connected, check … Continue reading →

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How to Be an Ally

Posted on September 27, 2012 by disabilityrightscoalition

Listen to the experiences and words of people with disabilities. Understand that disabilities are a part of human diversity. Ask questions respectfully. Challenge preconceived notions of disability. Use people first language. Create spaces that are accessible and inclusive and welcoming. … Continue reading →

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Join us next week!

Posted on September 20, 2012 by disabilityrightscoalition

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Join INDIVISIBLE on Facebook!

Posted on September 15, 2012 by disabilityrightscoalition

Mark your calendars and get excited! Indivisible is only a week and a half away! Connect with us and others attending the event here! We hope to see you out on the quad!

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INDIVISIBLE – A United Disability Community

Posted on September 13, 2012 by disabilityrightscoalition

“…indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.” The pledge of allegiance. A standard part of the elementary school experience for most people, but after thousands of repetitions do we truly appreciate exactly what the word “indivisible” means for us as … Continue reading →