by Paulette Southerly | Jan 23, 2019 | Advocacy, Disability, Public Awareness
Remembering a pioneer of disability rights on Ed Roberts’ Day. Ed Roberts (1939-1995) was an American activist and a pioneering leader in the disability rights movement. He was the first student with severe disabilities to attend the University of Berkeley,...
by Paulette Southerly | Jan 21, 2019 | Disability, Outreach, Public Awareness
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) this week released information to help West Virginians impacted by the government shutdown. The list of resources includes information about how to obtain unemployment benefits, food assistance, loans, as well as...
by Paulette Southerly | Dec 19, 2018 | Advocacy, Disability, Public Awareness
Reminder: IMPROVE Act Passed the House – Now Call Your Senators! The House of Representatives has passed the IMPROVE Act (H.R. 7217) with a vote of 400-11. Now the bill moves to the Senate where a vote is expected as early as this week!Call your Senators today...
by Paulette Southerly | Dec 13, 2018 | Disability, Group
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by Paulette Southerly | Nov 16, 2018 | Disability, Public Awareness, Research
The City of Morgantown, West Virginia is preparing its Five Year Consolidated Plan, Annual Action Plan, and its Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice. As part of the planning process, the City is conducting a survey to identify residents’ needs in the...
by Paulette Southerly | Nov 7, 2018 | Disability, Public Awareness
Recognizing that transportation services are essential for Seniors, People with Disabilities, Individuals and Families with Low Incomes, and the General Public to access employment, education, health services, and community programs, West Virginia Department of...
