ACB Focus: Advocacy

20240710 0700 AFB Breakfast Originally Broadcasted July 10, 2024, on ACB Media Zoom Recorder   Attendees joined the American Foundation for the Blind (AFB) for our annual breakfast. Learn about the latest research impacting on our community and the success following the release of AFB’s documentary film "Possibilities". AFB’s President and CEO Eric Bridges was … Read more

20240709 1430 Diabetes and Advocacy-American Diabetes Association and Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation Legislative Priorities for 2024 Originally Broadcasted July 9, 2024, on ACB Media 3   We shared their respective organizations legislative priorities for 2024, inclusive of what is being done to make durable medical equipment, DME, fully accessible. Attendees joined ACB Diabetics in Action … Read more

20240708 1300 Self-Advocacy at Work Originally Broadcasted July 8, 2024, on ACB Media Zoom Recorder   Through a mixture of presentation and guided role plays, attendees learned how to better communicate their needs and abilities to frazzled HR staff, techies, and overworked, under supported bosses.   Edited By: Darcy Burnard

20240708 1030 Current Case Law on Issues Impacting People with Vision Loss Originally Broadcasted July 8, 2024, on ACB Media 3   Attendees joined a panel of disability rights attorneys as they discussed an array of issues from current case law that directly impacts the lives of people who are blind or have low vision. … Read more

20240708 0900 Bridging the Generational Gaps in Advocacy Originally Broadcasted July 8, 2024, on ACB Media 2   Intergenerational collaboration can lead to more inclusive and sustainable solutions by incorporating diverse perspectives and experiences. Attendees joined us as a generation-inclusive panel talked about their involvement with ACB, today’s cultural/political climate, and how advocacy efforts might … Read more

20240708 0900 All Things Legislative Originally Broadcasted July 8, 2024, on ACB Media 3   It is always a roller coaster ride when it comes to the world of federal legislation, and this year is no exception. Attendees joined ACB advocacy staff as they whirl us through the topsy-turvy landscape of federal legislation in 2024 … Read more

20240707 1430 The Supreme Court’s Term in Review Originally Broadcasted July 7, 2024, on ACB Media 3   Attendees learned from St. Mary’s University Law School professor about the significant decisions of the U.S. Supreme Court in its 2023-24 term and its work. Presenter: Prof. Bill Piatt, San Antonio, TX   Edited By: Mary Ann … Read more

20240628 1100 Mission Accessibility in India Originally Broadcasted June 28, 2024, on ACB Media 4   Attendees learned how a grassroots ecosystem founded by blind attorneys is increasing accessibility one website, app, and tourist monument at a time in a country with one of the highest populations of blind people in the world. Find out … Read more

20240627 1700 P.R.E.P for Successful Networking Originally Broadcasted June 27, 2024, on ACB Media 3   Attendees joined Chris Peterson, Swatha Nandhakumar, and Dianna Leonard as they helped us prepare for any networking event. They guided us through an interactive P.R.E.P session to learn how to plan, research, navigate an event, and pursue leads. Then … Read more

20230704 1600 A Conversation with Uber Join representatives from Uber to learn how they are improving the rideshare experience for passengers with disabilities, including service dog handlers. Moderated by Clark Rachfal, ACBs, Director of Advocacy and Governmental Affairs.