Julie Christensen

Just trying to make the world a better place! Proud Independent, Cali-Yorker, social worker, social justice warrior, policy & data dork. Opinions are my own.

[Julie Christensen @swiva]

Another WASE 2023 keynote message:
You may find that you’ve fallen out of love with your work or with yourself. Do not despair. You CAN fall in love again!
#inclusionworks

[Julie Christensen @swiva]

“It’s not just about a job. It’s also about a meaningful life.”
- Ross Chilton, Community Living British Columbia
#inclusionworks

[Julie Christensen @swiva]

Was listening to @CrookedMedia’s WAD pod this morning. Interesting piece about child labor law violations at McD’s franchises. When the piece ended and went to a commercial break, the first ad? For McDonalds! 🙄🤔🤷🏻‍♀️

[Julie Christensen @swiva]

Grateful to have competitive integrated employment for PWD included as part of the vetting process for the next Labor Secretary. Thank you, @SenatorHassan for raising the question. and Acting Secretary @JulieSuCA for the thoughtful reply. #EmploymentFirst @NationalAPSE

[Julie Christensen @swiva]

✅ Annual report released
✅ Annual meeting held
✅ Annual conference registration & request for proposals launched
✅ Curled up under a heated blanket with a margarita
#lovemyjob #lovemyteam

[Jonathan Reiner @JReinerMD]

If you’re concerned about the crush of kids getting sick with COVID/flu/RSV, there’s an intermediate strategy between doing nothing and schools going virtual. It’s a 4-letter word.

[Julie Christensen @swiva]

Taylor Swift v. Ticketmaster is the epitome of a #FirstWorldProblem

[Julie Christensen @swiva]

The couple that votes together… 🥰
#Midterms2022

[Julie Christensen @swiva]

Hey, Maryland friends! Interested in how mid-term candidates are thinking about disability issues? Check out this resource from @Respect_Ability!
https://t.co/c3JZ0SeeTs
#vote #midterms #CripTheVote

[Julie Christensen @swiva]

#NDEAM

[APSE @NationalAPSE]

"We all deserve the same opportunities to work and earn a living wage."
- Cordarius, Alabama
#NDEAM
#EmploymentFirst

[Julie Christensen @swiva]

https://t.co/DRRCzfZzsG
#EmploymentFirst #NDEAM
@NationalAPSE

[Julie Christensen @swiva]

#NDEAM2022

[APSE @NationalAPSE]

Berani is a vital part of the success of the University of North Florida Community.
#NDEAM
#EmploymentFirst

[Julie Christensen @swiva]

“The practice is known as informal removal, defined by the U.S. Education Department as an action taken by school staff in response to a child’s behavior that excludes the child for part or all of the school day — or even indefinitely.”

https://t.co/hddY2lCkrB

[Julie Christensen @swiva]

Congrats to Ohio!
14c legislation has been introduced!
@NationalAPSE
#EmploymentFirst
#RealWorkRealPay

https://t.co/kEQHfXX7vv

[Julie Christensen @swiva]

@emily_ladau Oh, goodness... I still haven't summoned the emotional fortitude to do this...

[Julie Christensen @swiva]

Join the @NationalAPSE Board!
https://t.co/wTKhSYZUWn

[National APSE @ApseNational]

The APSE National Board seeks to add an At-Large Member with expertise in finance and fund development for a 1yr appt . We especially encourage those with lived experience in equity, diversity, and inclusion to apply.
Click HERE to learn more! https://t.co/5XkKQ3NRHr

[Julie Christensen @swiva]

"When the plaintiffs in Lane v. Brown won, it ensured people with disabilities would be paid at the same rate as workers without disabilities, and that they would receive employment support from the state to find a job that suits them."

https://t.co/A0GPqwA1YS

[Julie Christensen @swiva]

Happy to see IPS highlighted at this afternoon’s keynote. “Employment is a mental health intervention.”
#Euse2022
@NationalAPSE

[Julie Christensen @swiva]

Every policy must be followed by the question: And now what?
#EUSE2022
#employmentfirst

[Julie Christensen @swiva]

A well functioning labor market must be inclusive of everyone.
#EUSE2022
#RealWorkRealPay