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Social Justice Advocacy Coalition (SJAC)
@sjac4change.bsky.social
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A dedicated group of disability allies, self-advocates, and allied family and community members for fair and equitable policies rooted in human dignity and diversity.
#amplifyyourmessagematters
https://www.sjacoalition4change.org/
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What was your Ah-Ha moment?

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Ah-Ha Preview
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December 9, 2025 at 3:22 PM
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You deserve the same kindness you offer your Ss, reminds educator David Geurin:

#T2T
"Teaching is challenging enough on its own. Don't be too hard on yourself when things don't go as you hoped or expected in a situation. Give yourself a fresh start each day. Start where you are. And take your next step." —Educator David Geurin
October 30, 2025 at 10:01 AM
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ndrnadvocates.bsky.social National Disability Rights Network @ndrnadvocates.bsky.social · Oct 15
Disability rights at risk: Department of Education layoffs have gutted key offices enforcing IDEA, 504 & WIOA (Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act).

Tell Congress: Restore staffing. Protect access.

https://secure.everyaction.com/tb2b4SUPA0aEKZ8A1BfwQg2
A group of diverse young children, including a child with Down syndrome, smile and laugh together in front of a chalkboard background. Bold white text reads, “The future of disability education is on the line.” The National Disability Rights Network logo appears in the corner.
October 17, 2025 at 1:14 PM
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Community outreach event
Showing our PRIDE
Thank you Blair County Inclusion Alliance!
#disabiltyrightsarehumanrights
Two smiling people stand together outdoors at dusk, each wearing a blue T-shirt that reads “The Episcopal Church Welcomes You!” with a rainbow-colored Episcopal shield logo. One person holds a large rainbow Pride flag, and both have rainbow accessories. Behind them, string lights and a mural of old buildings decorate the street scene filled with people. Two people write messages of support on a large white poster covered with colorful markers at an outdoor Pride event. Informational flyers and candy are on the table, and a mural of historic buildings and a raised fist appears in the background. A person using a wheelchair is get a rainbow lei in her white dog wearing a rainbow lei. Another person reaches down to adjust the lei. The scene takes place outdoors with people and police officers in the background. A smiling person stands using forearm crutches at an outdoor Pride event, surrounded by people and colorful tables with flyers and rainbow decorations. Behind them is a large mural of raised fists and historic buildings under a clear blue sky.
October 11, 2025 at 11:06 AM
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Out of the darkness walk
State College
Community Outreach
Disability Rights advocacy
#amplifyyourmesaagematters
October 11, 2025 at 1:44 AM
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Love this.
teacher2teacher.bsky.social Teacher2Teacher @teacher2teacher.bsky.social · Aug 31
Ts, have you added the year's first entry to your Smile File yet? Celebrate it here! 👇

Inspiration via T @tbelmont.com
"I keep a folder with kind notes from students and parents that I have collected over the years. At times during the school year when I feel like nothing is going right, taking a peek in that folder helps remind me that I have the capacity to make an impact." —Teacher Tim Belmont
August 31, 2025 at 1:46 PM
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The Madden Sisters Don’t Want to Be Institutionalized
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August 31, 2025 at 12:08 PM
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‘I Could Literally Be Left Behind to Die’: How a Student With a Disability Changed the Law
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August 31, 2025 at 12:06 PM
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Time to make your voices heard. Support services are already underfunded programs. We cannot allow cuts to necessary supports and services.

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Fears Grow That Trump Will Cut Special Education Support Funding
Advocacy organizations are warning members to brace for "hundreds" of grant terminations.
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August 15, 2025 at 2:39 PM
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Ask. Listen. Work together. People with IDD know their needs best—learn from them.
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These free courses were created by self-advocates.
Start learning today: sanetwork.learnworlds.com/participator...
#PAR #IDD #Neurodiversity #OnlineCourses #SelfAdvocacy
Collaboration: Why Is It Important?
YouTube video by Self-Advocate Network
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August 14, 2025 at 6:50 PM
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We need more of this.

Judge strikes down Trump administration effort to defund DEI programs at schools

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Judge strikes down Trump administration guidance against DEI programs at schools
A federal judge on Thursday struck down two Trump administration actions aimed at eliminating diversity, equity and inclusion programs at the nation's schools and universities.
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August 15, 2025 at 11:46 AM
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Sign up and share in the movement.
TASH walk, run, roll.
Log 50 miles before the December conference!
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Shout out to some walk, run, roll participants!
Roxanne L. logged 20 miles!
Jenny K. recorded 20.3 miles!
Peggy D. logged 15 miles!
Jessica M. logged 32 miles many with her pup!
Have you joined yet?
Link to join:
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Link to log:
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Shout out to some of our amazing walk, run, roll participants! Roxanne L logged 20 miles! Jenny Kurth recorded 20.3 miles! Check out the photo of her pup Peggy Duffie logged 15 miles! she shared a great. Jessica clocked 32 miles, many of them with her pup, Bucky! Amanda tracked just shy of 40 miles! Way to go, everyone! Whether you are walking,, every bit counts, and we love seeing how you are getting your miles in. Have you joined yet? There’s still time to sign up and of the Tash conference in December. Link to join: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdIMg_mrKRRjLCEaUJ75dmeMoL2Yv5i1cYYYh7_Brfb1YyQPg/viewform?usp=send_form Link to log: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSedQIbF_maNyyV2XEEQPRI78T109QosT9YCgqslGN4s0m43mA/viewform?usp=send_form Two photos side by side. First photo a large l, shaggy cream colored dog wearing a blue harness. Dog is on the sidewalk next to a patch of green grass. Second photo is of a man (white man wearing gray T-shirt with glasses on) and woman (white woman wearing a white hat and gray tank top) walking their two dogs (two pitbulls, one brown, one gray and white) on the sidewalk. Green grass can be seen off to one side.
August 4, 2025 at 12:20 PM
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Disabled People “Will Die” as GOP Medicaid Cuts Go into Effect, Warns Disability Rights Leader
People with disabilities are among those most heavily impacted by Trump’s cuts to Medicaid. “I know so many people like me, disabled adults living and thriving now, who were able to get to adulthood b...
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August 2, 2025 at 8:56 PM
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How 'Big Beautiful Bill' affects students, schools and colleges

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What the 'One Big Beautiful Bill' will change for students, schools and colleges
School vouchers are going national and the federal student loan system is getting an overhaul. Here's what to know.
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July 18, 2025 at 12:44 PM
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Please sign up, and if you have already registered, thank you, so now the next step is to keep tracking your miles!

Use this form to log your miles, share your journey, and connect with fellow participants:
👉 Track Your Miles Here: forms.gle/WEGH8yfKG38P...
July 10, 2025 at 3:19 PM
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Time for Advocacy!

Vote NO for “The Act” currently in the House.

This bill will be paid for in the lives of American people with disabilities who depend on Medicaid for live saving treatment and medication.

SNAP will be devastated.

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US House Floor Proceedings (Wednesday, July 2, 2025 - Part 2)
YouTube video by US House Clerk
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July 3, 2025 at 2:13 PM
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Flyer with QR code for Please join the TASH Early Career Researcher Network (ECRN) in celebrating 50 years of TASH by moving for equity, inclusion, and access! Calling all self-advocates, allies, family members, students, professionals, and community members to walk, run, or roll 50 miles over the next six months: one mile for every year of TASH’s dedication and commitment to human rights and inclusion for people with extensive support needs. Logging your miles honors the legacy of TASH and the future of disability justice. Let’s do this together! You can track your progress, build community, and share your journey using #TASHECRN50for50. This celebration is hosted by the TASH ECRN, a collective of graduate students and early career professionals dedicated to equity-focused research, mentorship, and advocacy. Feel free to forward this email or use the attached flyer to invite friends, family members, and promote the event! If you have any questions, please reach out: ECRN.TASH@gmail.com Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdIMg_mrKRRjLCEaUJ75dmeMoL2Yv5i1cYYYh7_Brfb1YyQPg/viewform
July 1, 2025 at 6:06 PM
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Please join the TASH Early Career Researcher Network (ECRN) in celebrating 50 years of TASH by moving for equity, inclusion, and access!

Track your progress, build community, and share your journey using #TASHECRN50for50.

Click the LINK to sign up:
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TASH ECRN Walk/Run/Roll
🎉 Join the TASH Early Career Researcher Network for Our Inaugural Virtual Walk/Run/Roll Challenge! 🏃‍♀️🧑‍🦽🚶 In celebration of TASH’s 50th Anniversary, we’re inviting you to be part of a fun and inclus...
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July 1, 2025 at 6:04 PM
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This bill isn't just numbers on a budget. It's a terrible threat to the real people, real families, real lives.
June 17, 2025 at 12:27 AM
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The time to act is now.

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On May 22nd, the House of Representatives passed the "Big Beautiful Bill… | TASH: Equity, Opportunity, and Inclusion for People with Disabilities Since 1975
On May 22nd, the House of Representatives passed the "Big Beautiful Bill Act" — and with it, devastating cuts to Medicaid totaling over $800 billion. If passed, the bill would result in the ...
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June 2, 2025 at 12:37 AM
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Happy Mother’s Day!
To all the amazing momma’s out there:
Quote: A mom is the glue that holds everything together, even eh. She feels she may fall apart.” Brown background with a sun crown.
May 11, 2025 at 4:54 PM
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Make the calls now.

Let them know that we will not accept cuts to Medicaid.

www.nytimes.com/2025/05/08/u...
Proposed Medicaid Cuts Put Vulnerable Republicans in a Political Bind
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May 11, 2025 at 4:48 PM
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Keep advocating to protect educational equity for every student.

This “simplified funding” WILL NOT meet the needs of students with disabilities and will result in inequity for students, especially those with more extensive support needs.

www.nytimes.com/2025/05/11/o...
Opinion | In Trump’s America, Every Parent and Child for Themselves
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May 11, 2025 at 4:38 PM
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SJAC in Washington D.C.
Keep focused and continue advocating!
#amplifyyourmessagematters
May 2, 2025 at 6:17 PM
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Double and Triple Your Disability Pride Tennis Event for Disability Acceptance was a smashing success! It “served” to create some “love” for the sport!
It was a great day of tennis and friendship. 💙
April 19, 2025 at 10:27 PM