Governor's Council

The Alaska Governor's Council on Disabilities & Special Education connects the public with policymakers to ensure services for individuals with disabilities

[NACDD @NACDD]

Congrats to Jena Crafton, Vice Chair for @GCDSE, has been selected as a winner of the Class of 2023 Top Forty Under 40! Look for more information here! #DDAM2023
https://t.co/bM1Mun3pMD

[Disability Law Center of Alaska @DLC_of_Alaska]

Alaskans with disabilities have a right to #respect, #dignity, and #equality. That means living a full life, free from abuse and neglect. Thanks to @GCDSE for working with us to share this important message! To report #abuse and #neglect in Alaska, visit https://t.co/X9VvBlsCU9.

[Governor's Council @GCDSE]

Check out the Governor’s Council on Disabilities and Special Education 2022 Annual Report! Hot of the press at: https://t.co/fCAnzAs1JZ

[Special Olympics @SpecialOlympics]

In partnership with @RadicalMedia & @DaleMoss, the new docuseries, "The Best of Us: Extraordinary Champions" will follow athletes with intellectual disabilities leading up to & during @SOWG_Berlin2023 to share their stories, triumphs, & struggles. 
📖 ➡️ https://t.co/BaiFsVyHdP

[FEMA Region 10 @FEMARegion10]

Youth are paving the way to creating more resilient communities. Learn how 8th - 11th graders can apply to be preparedness ambassadors with FEMA.

Join us tomorrow for #ThirdThursdayTips at 11:30 a.m. PT to learn more!
💻Register: https://t.co/rXkhIVFWQC

[Anchorage School District @ASDschools]

Dear ASD community and stakeholders,

Tomorrow, Feb 16, at 10 a.m. Superintendent Dr. Jharrett Bryantt will address the community to discuss changes being made to the District’s use of restraint and seclusion practices.

Tune in live at start of event here:https://t.co/O4TPQ0ZhWd

[Governor's Council @GCDSE]

Empower Hour

February 16, 2023 7-8 PM

For Zoom Link: Please email Peer Power at [email protected]

February's theme is How to Choose a good DSP

If you have any questions, call Ric Nelson at [phone]

[Governor's Council @GCDSE]

Save the Date!

Full Lives Conference: Building for a Positive Future:
Transforming Our Workforce and Ourselves

Mark your calendars for April 3 and 4, 2023

This year's conference will be face-to-face in Anchorage, AK

[Special Olympics @SpecialOlympics]

Congratulations to our athletes who “shredded” this year’s @XGames in Aspen! And thank you to our Gold Sponsor @TeamBrightspot for supporting our participants & making their #XGames dreams come true. ⛷️🏂 Check out all the results here: https://t.co/aQ3f8g0c57 #ChooseToInclude

[AWAIC @AWAICinc]

We are here to listen! Call AWAIC's crisis and support line at any time of day or night for support and resources: [phone]. You are not alone. #crisisline #support #compassion

[Governor's Council @GCDSE]

For more information on Key: https://t.co/tHUdp9ACdV

[Governor's Council @GCDSE]

Registration is Open for Key Campaign

They need many and diverse voices to participate in Key Campaign. This year's virtual campaign makes this opportunity easily accessible. Sign up at this link: https://t.co/C4FMShB5TR

[ABLE NRC @theABLENRC]

The passage of the ABLE Age Adjustment Act last month will make six to eight million more people with disabilities and their families eligible to open an ABLE account. Learn more in this @nytimes article by personal finance columnist Ann Carrns. https://t.co/6DNMtKAZX7

[FEMA Region 10 @FEMARegion10]

Do you know a teen who loves community prep or emergency prep is their jam?
@FEMA is looking for students in grades 8-11 to join its Youth Preparedness Council (YPC).
Applications must be submitted by March 6, 2023.
Learn more: https://t.co/4mZmGyzydf

[Special Olympics USA @specialolyUSA]

Cheer 4 USA! 👏

We’re excited to officially announce the 200+ members that will represent @specialolyUSA at this summer’s @SOWG_Berlin2023. Meet the team and learn more about the World Games via our all-new website: https://t.co/pcFdUJe5yA. #Cheer4USA

[ABLE NRC @theABLENRC]

Check out this @USAToday article on ABLE accounts featuring @theABLENRC Ambassadors Sarah Perez and Cheryl Walfall-Flagg! https://t.co/fZPDrEkRaN

[Deaf News Today @DeafNewsToday]

Deaf-Blind artist finds his true voice through his sculptures (image CBS New York video) https://t.co/GZZj12M761 #deaf #deafblind

[Special Olympics @SpecialOlympics]

With only 150 days to go, here is what to look forward to at @SOWG_Berlin2023:

👟 7,000 athletes
🏅 26 sports
📍 190 delegations
👤 20,000 volunteers
☀️ 9 full days of sports and emotions!

The countdown is on! #UnbeatableTogether #Berlin2023 #SpecialOlympicsWorldGames

[AWAIC @AWAICinc]

AWAIC is here to help anyone who is feeling unsafe in a relationship. Call our 24-hour crisis and support line at [phone] for free, confidential support from a trained advocate. #advocacy #help #confidential

[Governor's Council @GCDSE]

Empower Hour

January 19, 2023 7-8 PM

For Zoom Link: Please email Peer Power at [email protected]

January's theme is Advocacy

Facilitated by: Fubao Hartle

If you have any questions, call Ric Nelson at [phone]