In the wake of Hurricanes Helene and Milton, the Disability Community has faced significant challenges. The National Council on Disability (NCD) issued a powerful letter on Monday,
In the last month, from just before Hurricane Helene’s landfall through the two weeks since Hurricane Milton barreled ashore in Central Florida, The Partnership for Inclusive
As Tropical Storm Debby dumps historic levels of rain over Florida, Georgia and the Carolinas, thousands are already without power, with more outages expected.
On March 22, 2024, the FEMA Individual Assistance (IA) Reforms took into effect for the next Federally Declared Disaster. Read more here. Below you will find nine (9)
El 22 de marzo de 2024, las Reformas de Asistencia Individual de FEMA entraron en efecto para el próximo Desastre Declarado Federal. Lea más aquí. A continuación, encontrará
This report provides an analysis, based on personal experiences, of the nationwide test of the Emergency Alert System (EAS) and Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA),
Bienvenides a la edición del primer trimestre de 2023 del boletín del Partnership for Inclusive Disaster Strategies. Como la organización liderada por personas con discapacidad en
Welcome to the 2023 Quarter 1 edition of The Partnership for Inclusive Disaster Strategies' newsletter. As the leading U.S. disability-led organization dedicated to equity for people
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Devastating Floods Across the South: Lives Lost, Communities in Crisis
July 7, 2025
The last few days have been heartbreakingly devastating, as flash flooding on July 4th took the lives of over 80 people, including children, in the Texas Hill
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Posted: June 13, 2025 by admin
BREAKING NEWS: Lawmakers Officially Reintroduce the Disaster Relief Medicaid Act
Yesterday, June 12, 2025, the Disaster Relief Medicaid Act (DRMA) was officially reintroduced in Congress – and The Partnership for Inclusive Disaster Strategies is proud to support it.
Led by … Read more
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Updated: June 16, 2025 by admin
Comments Against DOE’s Rollback of Disability Access
Department of Energy
Office of Civil Rights and EEO
1000 Independence Avenue S.W., Room 5B-168
Washington, DC 20585
June 6, 2025
RE: Adverse comment in response to docket Number DOE-HQ-2025-0015… Read more
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Updated: May 19, 2025 by admin
Comment on Experiences With FEMA Disaster Responses
Federal Emergency Management Agency
500 C Street SW
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May 15, 2025
Re: Docket ID: DHS-2025-0013, Request for Public Input on Experiences With FEMA Disaster Responses
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Posted: May 6, 2025 by admin
FEMA RFI – Talking Points for Commenters
Due by May 15, 2025
Request for Public Input on Experiences With FEMA Disaster Responses
You can submit your public comments on FEMA’s Request for Information (RFI) by May 15,
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Updated: April 1, 2025 by admin
Dismantling ACL Is a Direct Threat to Disability and Aging Communities
Today, April 1, 2025, we are witnessing a devastating and destabilizing shift in federal support for disabled people and older adults. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ (HHS) … Read more
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Posted: March 24, 2025 by admin
Community Update on FEMA
March 24, 2025
Community Update on FEMA
The Partnership for Inclusive Disaster Strategies (The Partnership) hosts weekly national stakeholder calls. These calls bring together people from across the country —
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Posted: February 28, 2025 by admin
Five-Year Commemoration of the Daily COVID-19 Disability Rights & Disasters Call
February 28, 2025
Five-Year Commemoration of
the Daily COVID-19 Disability Rights & Disasters Call
Following the first major impact of COVID spread in a nursing facility in Kirkland, Washington, on
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Updated: February 16, 2025 by admin
Texas v. Becerra Impact on Disabled People in Disasters
February 16, 2025
The lawsuit Texas v. Becerra demands the new Section 504 rule clarifying existing regulations be overruled. It also demands Section 504, a law that has protected disabled
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Updated: January 20, 2025 by admin
Comments Supporting Ending Subminimum Wage
January 17, 2025
Jennifer Looman, Administrator
Wage and Hour Division
U.S. Department of Labor
200 Constitution Ave, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20210
Re: WHD-2024-0001-0001
Comments on Employment of Workers with Disabilities
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Updated: January 13, 2025 by admin
Disabled Disaster Relief for the Southern California Wildfires
We are in active response mode for the Los Angeles wildfires.
We need your help to continue our work!
Our Disability and Disaster Hotline has received 85 calls since the
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Updated: December 3, 2024 by admin
NCD Letter to HHS & DHS After Hurricanes Helene and Milton
In the wake of Hurricanes Helene and Milton, the Disability Community has faced significant challenges. The National Council on Disability (NCD) issued a powerful letter on Monday,
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Posted: November 15, 2024 by admin
Disability-led Response Update: Hurricanes Helene and Milton
Today, November 15, 2024, marks 50 days since Hurricane Helene roared onshore as a Category 4 storm, the strongest since 1851 to hit the Big Bend area along the Gulf
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Updated: November 15, 2024 by admin
Support Accessible Disaster Recovery: Reach Out to Your Mayor Today!
Disabled disaster survivors need you to reach out to your mayor!
For the past couple of months, The Partnership has supported the Disaster Housing Recovery Coalition (DHRC) in circulating an
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Posted: October 29, 2024 by admin
From Daily to Weekdays: Updates on Our Community Calls
Dear Community,
As we approach the fifth anniversary of our Daily COVID-19 Disability Rights and Disaster Calls, we want to take a moment to reflect on this unprecedented journey we've
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Updated: October 29, 2024 by admin
Hurricanes Helene and Milton Disability Response Update
In the last month, from just before Hurricane Helene’s landfall through the two weeks since Hurricane Milton barreled ashore in Central Florida, The Partnership for Inclusive
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Updated: October 23, 2024 by admin
IL T&TA Center: Community Update
Dear Independent Living (IL) Community,
We had been eagerly anticipating sharing some exciting news with you all. Recently, The Partnership for Inclusive Disaster Strategies (The Partnership) was awarded the contract
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Posted: September 29, 2024 by admin
Hurricane Helene Disability Response Update
Dear friends of The Partnership,
Thank you for your ongoing support of our life-saving work providing information, resources, and immediate assistance to disabled people impacted by
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Posted: September 24, 2024 by admin
Comments on DOT NPRM Right-of-Way
September 23, 2024
To Whom It May Concern,
We at The Partnership for Inclusive Disaster Strategies appreciate the opportunity to submit our comments on the Department of Transportation’s Notice of
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Posted: September 18, 2024 by admin
Some Ramifications of Project 2025 for Disabled People During Disasters
The Partnership for Inclusive Disaster Strategies (The Partnership) is the only U.S. disability-led organization with a focused mission of equity for people with disabilities and people with access and functional
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Updated: September 5, 2024 by admin
FEMA’s Proposed Rule Sparks Urgent Call for Disability and Aging Communities to Act
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Updated: September 4, 2024 by admin
Comments to FEMA’s PA Program
September 3, 2024
Administrator Deanne Criswell
Federal Emergency Management Agency
500 C Street, SW.
Washington, DC 20472
Re: 44 CFR Part 206 [Docket ID FEMA–2023–0005] RIN 1660–AB09 Comments on
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Posted: August 26, 2024 by admin
Take Action: FEMA Reimbursement to Disability & Aging Nonprofits
Join us in submitting comments on the FEMA Public Assistance (PA) Program. The PA program allows for certain nonprofits to receive reimbursement for services that are provided in response to
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Updated: August 6, 2024 by admin
Support Disability-Led Disaster Response for Debby in Florida, Georgia and the Carolinas
Dear Community,
As Tropical Storm Debby dumps historic levels of rain over Florida, Georgia and the Carolinas, thousands are already without power, with more outages expected.
Updated: July 18, 2024 by admin
Overview of Loper and Grants Pass Supreme Court Decisions
On June 28, 2024, the Supreme Court issued its decisions on two cases that impact the Disability Community commonly known as Loper Bright and Grants Pass.
Terms that will
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Updated: July 7, 2024 by admin
Support Disability-Led Disaster Response for Beryl in Texas
Donate to support disability-led disaster response for people with disabilities and people with access and functional needs in the path of Beryl in Texas.
The Texas Gulf Coast is
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Posted: July 2, 2024 by admin
Template Comments on FEMA IA Reforms
July 2, 2024
Dear partners, advocates, and allies,
As you may be aware, FEMA has implemented new reforms as of March 22, 2024. Although the reforms are in effect through
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Updated: April 19, 2024 by admin
ACL and FEMA/ODIC Disaster Webinar Series – Summary 1
ACL and FEMA/ODIC Disaster Webinar Series
Strengthening Disaster Preparedness and Response for Aging and Disability Communities
The Administration for Community Living (ACL) and the Office of Disability Integration and Coordination
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Updated: September 28, 2024 by admin
FEMA IA Reforms: Quick Reference Guides
On March 22, 2024, the FEMA Individual Assistance (IA) Reforms took into effect for the next Federally Declared Disaster. Read more here. Below you will find nine (9)
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Posted: April 15, 2024 by admin
Reformas de Asistencia Individual de FEMA: Guías de referencia rápida
El 22 de marzo de 2024, las Reformas de Asistencia Individual de FEMA entraron en efecto para el próximo Desastre Declarado Federal. Lea más aquí. A continuación, encontrará
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Updated: February 6, 2024 by admin
Community Call on FEMA Reforms with ODIC
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced on Friday, January 19, 2024, a plan to reform the disaster assistance program.
On Monday, January 22nd, The Partnership hosted a community call
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Updated: January 17, 2024 by admin
Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Legislation Currently Introduced in the Senate and House
Comparison released: November 17, 2023
Community members sought a comparison of the HCBS legislation introduced in the 118th Congress Session (2023-2024). Senator Bob Casey offers the comparison below of the
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Updated: December 14, 2023 by admin
[Report] IPAWS Alert Test: Access Survey Results
This report provides an analysis, based on personal experiences, of the nationwide test of the Emergency Alert System (EAS) and Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA),
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Posted: August 29, 2023 by admin
Urgent: Florida & Maui Need Your Help NOW
As Hurricane Idalia churns through the Gulf, communities in Florida face impending danger for the second time in less than a year. At the same time, our work continues with
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Updated: October 7, 2024 by admin
Support Maui Disability-led Response
Friends of The Partnership,
Our hearts are with everyone in Hawai'i, especially our disabled siblings on Maui. We share with you this brief update on our current efforts, in coordination
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Updated: November 8, 2024 by admin
[Update] Letter to Federal Colleagues Regarding heat.gov
August 15, 2023
Dear community,
Thank you for signing and supporting our August 8th letter. Since we sent the letter to federal colleagues last week, three additions have been
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Updated: August 20, 2023 by admin
Disabled Disaster Relief for the Maui Fires
By now, most of us are aware of the devastating wildfires which broke out in Hawai'i on Tuesday, August 8, 2023. On Wednesday,
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Updated: June 26, 2023 by admin
Why We Need to Add REAADI as a Title to PAHPA: What Advocates Need to Know
What is REAADI?
The Real Emergency Access for Aging and Disability Inclusion (REAADI) for Disasters Act provides solutions for persons with disabilities and older adults during the ever-increasing number of
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Updated: May 16, 2023 by admin
Ending of Title 42
Title 42 Ended with the Termination of the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency on May 11, 2023
If you are not familiar, Title 42 is a little used statute
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Updated: November 30, 2023 by admin
REAADI for Disasters Act: A Summary
The REAADI for Disasters Act was reintroduced on March 29, 2023 in both the Senate (S. 1049) and House (H.R. 2371), here is a brief summary
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Updated: April 25, 2023 by admin
Disability-Led Organizations Responding to People with Disabilities in Türkiye and Syria
Meet the Disability-Led Organizations Responding to People with Disabilities in Türkiye and Syria
In the two months since the 7.8 magnitude earthquake devastated parts of Türkiye and Syria, residents have
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Updated: February 27, 2023 by admin
NPR: “What is Ukraine like for people with disabilities — and those who fled”
One year into the russian invasion of Ukraine “What is Ukraine like for people with disabilities — and those who fled”
A voice interview published by the National Public Radio
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Posted: February 4, 2023 by admin
Winter Weather Tips / Consejos de clima invernal
Curated Winter Tips
According to weather.gov, extremely cold air comes every winter in at least part of the country and affects millions of people across the United States. The arctic
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Updated: February 3, 2023 by admin
What is Title 42?
Section 265 of Title 42 is part of the Public Health Service Act of 1944 aimed at preventing the spread of communicable diseases.
What does Title 42 do?
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Updated: October 5, 2022 by admin
One Thousand Ukrainians with Disabilities Aided with New Equipment
One Thousand Ukrainians with Disabilities Aided with New Equipment
Since Saturday, February 26th, two days after the russian invasion began, we at The Partnership for Inclusive Disaster Strategies (The Partnership)
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Updated: September 23, 2022 by admin
Statement on Overturning of Roe v. Wade
The Partnership for Inclusive Disaster Strategies is outraged at the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn the federal rights of women and all pregnant people to have an abortion.
During disasters,
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Updated: September 23, 2022 by admin
Protect the Rights of People with Disabilities and Older People in Ukraine
On June 30, 2022, we sent the letter below with the 75 signatories to key US government leadership: Samantha Power, USAID Administrator; Uzra Zeya, Under Secretary of State for Civilian
Updated: September 23, 2022 by admin
Surviving Hurricanes – The Disabled Experience: It’s Always a Harrowing Journey
How a quadriplegic man from New Orleans survived Hurricane Ida and what he’s doing to prepare for the 2022 hurricane season.
Hurricane Ida could not have picked a worse time
Updated: September 23, 2022 by admin
María Palacios, Sins Invalid “REAADI and DRMA Will Mean the Difference Between Life and Death”
María R. Palacios is a poet, writer, author, activist,
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Updated: September 23, 2022 by admin
Поради для чоловіків з інвалідністю, які евакуюються з України
Поради для чоловіків з інвалідністю, які евакуюються з України
Чоловіки з інвалідністю (віком 18-60 років)
Чоловіки, які мають інвалідність І та ІІ групи можуть бути визнані тимчасово тимчасово
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Updated: September 23, 2022 by admin
Advice for men with disabilities evacuating Ukraine
Advice for men with disabilities evacuating Ukraine
Men with disabilities (aged 18-60)
Men with disabilities of I and II groups may be declared temporarily unfit for military service
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Updated: July 14, 2021 by admin
Survey Report: Accessible COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution to People with Disabilities
Introduction
On April 27, 2021, The Partnership for Inclusive Disaster Strategies circulated a survey asking about vaccine equity and access for disabled people in the United States.
The survey had
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Updated: April 23, 2021 by admin
Our Portfolio
Review our portfolio to find out more about us, what we do, and our accomplishments!
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Posted: April 22, 2021 by Shaylin Sluzalis
Infographic: What We Do!
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Posted: October 14, 2020 by admin
Devon’s Independence After Hurricane Dorian
Disaster Justice Means Ensuring People With Disabilities Have Access to Resources
In early September 2019, Category 5 Hurricane Dorian caused widespread destruction in the Bahamas, targeting Great Abaco Island. Thousands … Read more
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Updated: September 18, 2020 by Shaylin Sluzalis
Celebrating 1 Year as Co-Directors!
Today marks one year since Germán Parodi and Shaylin Sluzalis received the torch as the Co-Executive Directors of The Partnership for Inclusive Disaster Strategies!
As an organization, we have grown. … Read more
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Updated: July 8, 2020 by Priya Penner
The Partnership for Inclusive Disaster Strategies DEMAND JUSTICE for the murder of Michael Hickson
The Partnership for Inclusive Disaster Strategies, our partners and allies denounce the murder of Michael Hickson, a 46-year-old disabled Black man. Mr. Hickson was admitted to St. David’s Austin
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Updated: June 8, 2024 by admin
The Partnership’s Comments in Response to Request for Information To Support the Development of a Federal Environmental Justice Science, Data, and Research Plan
January 12, 2024
Submitted via regulations.gov
Stacy Murphy
Deputy Chief Operations Officer/Security Officer
Office of Science and Technology Policy
Executive Office of the President
1650 Pennsylvania Ave., NW
Washington, DC
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Updated: December 19, 2023 by admin
Comments on Proposed Changes to Disability Census Questions
December 19, 2023
Submitted via www.regulations.gov
Census Bureau, Department of Commerce
1401 Constitution Ave NW
Washington, DC 20230
RE: Proposed changes to Disability Census Questions | Docket Number: 2023-23249
Dear
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Updated: December 14, 2023 by admin
[Informe] Prueba de Alerta IPAWS: Resultados de la Encuesta de Acceso
Descargo de Responsabilidad de Justicia de Lenguaje
Leerán que empleamos la letra "e" en lugar de "a" u "o" en pronombres, adjetivos y adverbios,
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Updated: February 5, 2024 by admin
Nationwide Emergency Alert Test & Survey | Prueba y encuesta de alerta de emergencia a nivel nacional
Today, October 4th
2:20pm ET / 1:20pm CT / 12:20pm MT / 11:20am PT
Nationwide Emergency Alert TEST
TEST messages will be sent to all cell phones, TVs, and
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Updated: February 5, 2024 by Norman Smith
Remembering 9/11 by Norman Smith
Today marks 22 years since the attacks of September 11th. For many, the memory of that awful September day in 2001 is
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Updated: February 5, 2024 by admin
Proposed 504 Rule: Reinforcing Disability Rights and Equity
The Partnership for Inclusive Disaster Strategies (The Partnership) is encouraged that the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has issued a proposed rule that will address discrimination on the
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Updated: February 5, 2024 by admin
Disability Community Letter to Federal Colleagues
August 8, 2023
Rachel Patterson, Director of Disability Policy, Domestic Policy Council, White House
Anna Perng, Senior Advisor, Office of Public Engagement, White House
Jennifer Mathis, Deputy Assistant Attorney General,
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Updated: February 5, 2024 by admin
Commemorating the 33rd Anniversary of the ADA
On the 33rd anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), we commemorate rather than celebrate its enactment. While it’s important to recognize how far society has
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Updated: February 5, 2024 by admin
PAHPA Draft Comments
Below are comments that The Partnership submitted on July 10, 2023, regarding the draft discussion bill on the Pandemic and All Hazards Preparedness Act Reauthorization of 2023 [To reauthorize certain
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Updated: February 5, 2024 by admin
Today, We Commemorate 24 Years of the Olmstead Decision
Today the Disability Community marks the 24th anniversary of the Olmstead decision. In this groundbreaking case, the Supreme Court held that "unjustified segregation of persons with disabilities constitutes discrimination in
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Updated: February 5, 2024 by admin
Happy Pride Month!
This June, The Partnership comes together with the queer community to celebrate Pride Month. We celebrate the LGBTQ+ community’s indomitable spirit and underscore the need to continue to fight for
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Updated: May 16, 2023 by admin
Terminación del Título 42
El Título 42 Terminó al Terminar la Emergencia de Salud Pública del COVID-19 el 11 de mayo de 2023
Si no está familiarizado, el Título 42 es un
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Updated: February 5, 2024 by admin
The Partnership Receives MacArthur Foundation Grant to Support Fight for Right Ukraine
The Partnership for Inclusive Disaster Strategies Receives MacArthur Foundation Grant to Support Fight for Right Ukraine
The Partnership for Inclusive Disaster Strategies (The Partnership), the only U.S. disability-led organization that
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Updated: May 2, 2023 by admin
Boletín 2023 TRIMESTRE 1
Estimada comunidad,
Bienvenides a la edición del primer trimestre de 2023 del boletín del Partnership for Inclusive Disaster Strategies. Como la organización liderada por personas con discapacidad en
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Updated: February 5, 2024 by admin
2023 QUARTER 1 Newsletter
Dear Community,
Welcome to the 2023 Quarter 1 edition of The Partnership for Inclusive Disaster Strategies' newsletter. As the leading U.S. disability-led organization dedicated to equity for people
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Updated: February 5, 2024 by admin
Third-Year Commemoration of The Partnership’s Daily COVID-19 Disability Rights & Disasters Call
In memory of Michael Hickson, Sheryl Grossman, and Kimberly Hill, and all of our disabled siblings lost directly or indirectly to COVID-19
On Friday, February 28, 2020, The Partnership brought
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Updated: June 21, 2023 by admin
Response to Puerto Rico Energy Resilience Fund Request for Information
Submitted April 21, 2023 by The Partnership for Inclusive Disaster Strategies to the U.S. Department of Energy
The Partnership for Inclusive Disaster Strategies (The Partnership), a 501c
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Updated: February 5, 2024 by admin
CDC Info on COVID PHE Unwinding
This information was provided by the CDC's Immediate Office to the Director, Chief Disability Officer
The federal government plans to end the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency (PHE) on May 11,
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Updated: April 3, 2023 by admin
Tornadoes and Extreme Weather Updates:4.3.23
A deadly tornado outbreak that began on Friday, March 31, affected large portions of the Midwestern, Southern and Eastern United States, the result of an extratropical cyclone that also produced
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Updated: October 7, 2024 by admin
Tornadoes and Extreme Weather Updates