From the UN: “On World Autism Awareness Day, we speak out against discrimination, celebrate the diversity of our global community and strengthen our commitment to the full inclusion and participation of people with autism. Supporting them to achieve their full…
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Sign Language Group
Etiquette of Consumer Involvement: Ten Guidelines for Prudent Advocacy
From the University of Montana. Original PDF can be found here.
Sign Language Class
The third meeting learning sign language, with a special appearance from NWVCIL’s newest employee, Ryan Poling!
DIA Co-Sponsors Needed!
From NCIL and edited for WV voters: We need to immediately secure members of the House Energy and Commerce Committee as co-sponsors on the Disability Integration Act – DIA (H.R. 555) in order to achieve movement on this bill in…
Count me IN puppet show: M.T Pockets Theatre
A wonderful event hosted by Marion County Public Library System! At 10:30 AM they will be hosting the “Count Me IN” puppet program by the Puppeteers from M.T. Pockets Theatre in Morgantown. This presentation introduces children to the importance of disability…
NWVCIL at Disability Advocacy Day
NWVCIL took Charleston by storm to advocate for inclusivity and barrier removal. Check out our Facebook page for pictures!
We All Win
We’re loving this Superbowl ad from Microsoft.
Ed Roberts’ Day
Remembering a pioneer of disability rights on Ed Roberts’ Day. Ed Roberts (1939-1995) was an American activist and a pioneering leader in the disability rights movement. He was the first student with severe disabilities to attend the University of Berkeley, California. In…
Resource List for Government Shutdown Assistance
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) this week released information to help West Virginians impacted by the government shutdown. The list of resources includes information about how to obtain unemployment benefits, food assistance, loans, as well as information…