Topeka Independent Living Resource Center

The Topeka Independent Living Resource Center is a civil and human rights organization. Our mission is to advocate for justice, equality and essential services

[Topeka Independent Living Resource Center @TopekaILRC]

What IS Topeka Independent Living Resource Center?

Short answer: A lot!
Visit: https://t.co/yGX7prJdW7 https://t.co/punzfaoxWl

[Disability Rights Pennsylvania @DisabilityRtsPA]

DRP staff member Dale Verchick spoke at the Press Conference for the release of the 6th annual Employment First Oversight Commission Report.

You can find a link to the press conference here: https://t.co/pT3hATJdlz

The 2024 report can be found here: https://t.co/KYSGxrxx7a

[Topeka Independent Living Resource Center @TopekaILRC]

If you consider access needs in the design phase then you won’t have to worry about redesigning or retrofitting after the fact

[Populism Updates @PopulismUpdates]

Tell me your most radical position that cannot be placed on the left-right political spectrum

[Disability Rights Education & Defense Fund @DREDF]

This week, PBS @NewsHour's Judy Woodruff reported on the affordable housing shortage for people with disabilities. Erin Nguyen Neff, DREDF's Senior Staff Attorney, called for the centering of disabled people in policies for affordable + accessible housing. https://t.co/SaaXviABjt

[Grace Dow @Gracedowwrites]

@TheKelseyMore @DREDF @HUDgov @mnhousing @MassDisability Today’s blog post is about affordable, accessible, housing for disabled people.

https://t.co/3fKTFk0FsC

[Topeka Independent Living Resource Center @TopekaILRC]

Don't forget to download the History of Lois Curtis graphic novel! https://t.co/pNBqIcrgGE

[Topeka Independent Living Resource Center @TopekaILRC]

Hey! TILRC has some BIG changes coming. But until we make the official announcement, enjoy this new audio comic from Alliance for Equality - The History of Lois Curtis (Olmstead v. LC)
https://t.co/R7RFsVfskR

[Legal Defense Fund @NAACP_LDF]

Lois Curtis, the lead plaintiff in Olmstead v. L.C where SCOTUS upheld that unjustified segregation of persons with disabilities constitutes discrimination, was an artist and fervent advocate for people with disabilities throughout her life. #DisabilityPrideMonth

[Brain Ablaze @BrainAblaze]

Do you think that the general population understands how dangerous each seizure can be? #EpilepsyAwareness

[Marissa Ditkowsky (she/her) @mditkowsky]

It's been 25 years since #Olmstead v. LC was decided. Our community is still dying in institutions. To our ancestors, #LoisCurtis & #ElaineWilson, your memories remain a blessing as we build on your legacy.

[Topeka Independent Living Resource Center @TopekaILRC]

@JohnathanPerk Hello back at ya!

[Topeka Independent Living Resource Center @TopekaILRC]

A lot of people only know about MI from media portrayals.

Oliver breaks down what HIS experience is.

Idk about you, but I trust lived experience over media.

[Oliver (he/him) 🇵🇸 @disabledtudor]

A thread 🧵

What is it like being schizophrenic?

By me a schizophrenic.

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[Topeka Independent Living Resource Center @TopekaILRC]

Inaccessible polling places are a form of voter suppression, no matter the country

[Topeka Independent Living Resource Center @TopekaILRC]

#InternationalGuideDogDay

[Dr Amit Patel @BlindDad_Uk]

“Hi my name is Michael, can I help you across the road as the traffic lights are out of order?”

It’s as simple as that! ✅

There was nothing to indicate the traffic lights were out of order for anybody who’s visually impaired.

A simple act of kindness goes a long way.

[Topeka Independent Living Resource Center @TopekaILRC]

Has this Super Tuesday been a nail biter or not so much? All of the way down to local local measures and propositions, there was a lot going on...and to think, it's only March.

[Topeka Independent Living Resource Center @TopekaILRC]

Are you ready to vote?

Save The Dates:

Wednesday, February 28
First day of advance voting (Presidential preference). Advance ballots by mail are transmitted. In-person advance voting may begin. Check with your county election officer for specific times and locations.