Texas Partners in Policymaking

An advanced leadership development training program for self-advocates & parents of children with developmental disabilities.

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Join us on April 9, from 6 - 7:30 p.m. for our quarterly webinar on Inclusion in Creative Arts and Media!

Hear from a Grammy-winning music educator, SAGE Studios, and the co-founder of the Theatre for Us, By Us festival. Register today: https://t.co/ZWKsCniNj9

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We go further when we go together! Let's get on the same page with the disability issues and public policy priorities we should be mindful of during the 89th legislative session.

Wednesday, Jan. 8 | 6 - 7:30 p.m. CT.
Register online: https://t.co/ZWKsCniNj9

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Our first webinar of the year is coming up! Learn from state experts and public policy professionals on how to engage during legislative sessions to foster change.

Wednesday, Oct. 9 | 6 - 7:30 p.m. CT
Register online: https://t.co/Qa20NKKXWG

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Last chance to apply! Applications for Texas Partners in Policymaking close this Friday, March 22.
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#DDAM2024

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Texas needs more disability advocates! We are proud to offer a variety of opportunities to expand your knowledge of disability issues and advance your leadership and advocacy skills. Learn more about available programs and apply today. https://t.co/aWuwMTvWyK

#DDAM2024 #Training

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Calling all change-makers, trailblazers, and disability champions! Texas Partners in Policymaking seeks our next class of advocates to create a lasting impact for the lives of Texans with disabilities. Deadline to apply is March 22.

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Applications are now open for Texas Partners in Policymaking! Ready to advance your #disability advocacy skills? We are now accepting applications for our 2024-2025 cohort! The deadline to apply is March 22. Learn more about the program and apply online.

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Congratulations to the 2023 class of Texas Partners in Policymaking! Over the past seven months, this exceptional group completed our advanced disability advocacy and leadership program. These graduates join an impressive network of over 780 alumni who have completed the program.

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Cindi Paschall, a graduate of the 1997 Partners in Policymaking class, says, "No one is too disabled to be included. Inclusion is the natural state!."

#DDAwareness2023 #DDAM #disabilityawareness #TexasPartnersinPolicymaking

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For Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, we asked some of our Partners in Policymaking Alumni what they wish people knew about #DevelopmentalDisabilities.

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Katy McBeth, a graduate of the 2021 Partners in Policymaking class, said, "The most important thing is to be open minded and instead of focusing on our disabilities, see our abilities and strengths"

#DDAwareness2023 #DDAM #disabilityawareness #TexasPartnersinPolicymaking

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Due to unforeseen circumstances, TCDD is not accepting applications for Partners in Policymaking at this time. Applications for the next class will open in January 2024. If you have already applied, your application will be kept on file for consideration in the next round.

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Hey y’all, voting is for everyone! Learn more about voting with accommodations, how poll workers can support voters with disabilities, and where you can find voting information and resources at the post below. Happy Election Day!

#ElectionDay #ElectionDay2022

[Texas Council for Developmental Disabilities @TxCDD]

Hey y'all, voting is for everyone! In collaboration with partners in the disability community, TCDD developed this video to share essential voting information for people with disabilities and poll workers.
#DisabilityVote #Accessibility

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TCDD’s Public Policy Priorities represent issues that impact individuals with developmental disabilities. Help us inform lawmakers of these key areas by sharing how you’ve been affected. Let your voice be heard and share your story with TCDD at the link below by Nov. 18, 2022.

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To better promote the TCDD Public Policy Priorities at the Capitol, we are gathering stories from people with disabilities, their family members, and professionals in the DD field. Learn more about our priorities and share your story today!

https://t.co/oQCWdQ19H8

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As we celebrate National Disability Employment Awareness Month, we’d like to recognize our Partners Alumni’s efforts to better supports for Texans with disabilities seeking employment. Learn about their capstone projects and how you can take action
#NDEAM
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Are you passionate about accessible transportation? CapMetro is seeking an Accessible Transportation Specialist to join their team to serve as an in-house advisor and consultant on all accessibility-related issues and regulations. Apply today: https://t.co/B84poESzfh

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Join us in welcoming our Texas Partners in Policymaking 2023 class. 35 individuals are beginning their journeys to take their disability advocacy skills to the next level to influence policy and change systems for Texans with DD

#DisabilityAdvocacy

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Training opportunity this week: The @EveryLifeOrg Rare Disease Legislative Advocates program is holding a free webinar on Thursday, Sept. 8, about sharing your story through local media. Register for the event at EveryLife's website. https://t.co/5iDtmt14gb