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Activating Change is working to end victimization, criminalization, incarceration, and institutionalization of people with disabilities and Deaf people.

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Check out our upcoming events in July. https://t.co/IbayLkTQyG

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Swipe to check out our July events. Register today at https://t.co/FS3SRxHRbb
#webinars #conference

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Justice is denied when people lack access to basic standards of care. Learn more about Activating Change and our work to end the criminalization of people with disabilities https://t.co/E15OnhyTIH

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The number of older people behind bars is growing every year. Many incarcerated older adults have disabilities or will develop disabilities that cannot be adequately supported while behind bars.

#JusticeReform #EndIncarceration

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How is your team supporting survivors with disabilities and Deaf survivors? (3/3)

Let us know in the comments.

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Build access into your advocates’ core responsibilities. For survivors with disabilities and Deaf survivors, facing barriers when seeking services can compound their trauma.

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#Survivors #Disability

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On the other hand, accessible and equitable services allow safe spaces for survivors with disabilities and Deaf survivors to begin their healing journey. (2/3)

#Accessibility #Advocate

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On #Juneteenth, we celebrate freedom and honor those who fought to abolish slavery and advance equity. As we commemorate this milestone, we recognize the ongoing fight against mass incarceration and the overrepresentation of Black people with disabilities in the carceral system.

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Don't miss our next learning opportunity, Through Crisis and Complexity: Using Plain Language to Enhance Trauma-Informed Practices on Tuesday, June 25 at 2 PM ET.

Registration is still open at https://t.co/73MM9plQh4.

#webinar
#Disability
#Accessibility

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Our free online course Building Accessible and Safe Services through Policies and Procedures will help your organization enhance access for survivors with disabilities.

Visit https://t.co/1o8Kfe9VT5 to start your training today. (4/4)

#Advocacy #Accessibility #DEIA

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Advocates for survivors play a critical role in ensuring accessible and equitable services for survivors with disabilities. (1/4)

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Check out these simple strategies to increase access and inclusion for survivors with disabilities and Deaf survivors. (3/4)

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We're excited to offer new virtual learning opportunities in June. Swipe to check out our upcoming events and register at https://t.co/73MM9plQh4.

#webinar #ProfessionalDevelopment
#LanguageJustice #PlainLanguage

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Check out our latest blog on why we should invest money in #mentalhealth services, addiction services, and other community-based initiatives to support people with psychiatric disabilities.

https://t.co/hUHdgGWcrY

#MentalHealthMonth
#CriminalJusticeReform

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Join us virtually on Tuesday, May 28, at 2 PM ET for an insightful webinar on Neurobiology in the Lives of People with Disabilities featuring Dr. Frederika Theus, licensed clinical psychologist.
Reserve your spot today: https://t.co/7EuQiDOE1Q #DevelopmentalDisabilities #Webinar

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Register today for "Nothing About Us Without Us", an insightful #webinar on self-advocates and their role in ending gender-based violence.

Join us on Tuesday, April 23 at 2 PM ET. Secure your spot at https://t.co/sTQA5pTciN.

#SAAM2024

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Register today for "Nothing About Us Without Us", an insightful #webinar on self-advocates and their role in ending gender-based violence.

Join us on Tuesday, April 23 at 2 PM ET. Secure your spot at https://t.co/sTQA5pTciN.

#SAAM2024

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Disability organizations, rape crisis centers, and other programs work to create a safer and more accessible and equitable community for people with disabilities and Deaf people – one where everyone lives free from sexual violence. #BuildingConnectedCommunities
#SAAM @NSVRC

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April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month. This year we’re celebrating the hundreds of disability organizations, rape crisis centers, and other programs in communities across the country that joined forces to support survivors with disabilities and Deaf survivors heal. #SAAM2024