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Join TASH in Celebrating the 20^th Anniversary of the
Americans with Disabilities Act!

ADA 20th Anniversary Video Series

Celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act with TASH as we interview those at the forefront of the disability rights movement in a special ADA 20^th Anniversary Video Series. Every two weeks, TASH will release a video interview from a leading figure in the movement. This is part of a year-long celebration that also includes the 2010 Symposium for Change, October 12, in Washington, D.C.

Part One: Bob Williams

Part Two: Judy Heumann

Part Three: Wayne Sailor

Part Four: Juliana Recio

2010 Symposium for Change
October 12-13, 2010

JoinTASH on October 12 and 13 and be part of the advocacy in Washington as we discuss the latest research and best practices in health, employment and education for people of color with disabilities. Hear from leading researchers, advocates and decision-makers on the policies and practices that can help bridge and eliminate these disparities. The 2010 Symposium for Change also includes a legislative briefing and office visits to policy makers on October 13 on Capitol Hill.

We hope you'll join us for this important work and make the voice of the disability community heard in Washington!

2010 Symposium for Change brochure and registration form!

Schedule at a Glance:

Tuesday, October 12:
7:30-8:30 a.m. – Registration
8:30-9:15 a.m. – General Session
9:15-9:45 a.m. – Partners
10 a.m.-12 p.m. – Breakout Sessions
12-1 p.m. - Lunch
1-3:15 p.m. – Breakout Sessions
3:45-4:45 p.m. – Reporting Session and Awards

Wednesday, October 13:
8:30-9:30 a.m. – Registration
9-10 a.m. – Legislative Briefing

Part One: Bob Williams

Currently serving as Senior Advisor for the Ticket to Work Program – part of the Social Security Administration – Bob Williams was a leading figure in the advocacy that helped pass the ADA in 1990. He’s been a champion for disability rights during the two decades since, spending much of the 1990s as Commissioner for the Administration on Developmental Disabilities under President Clinton where he promoted independence and community inclusion for individuals with disabilities.

Williams, who has cerebral palsy, has been a vocal advocate from an early age. TASH asked him to reflect on the past 20 years and discuss some of the challenges facing the disability community today.

Click here to download the complete transcript from TASH’s interview with Bob Williams.


	Part Two: Judy Heumann Judy is the senior advisor on international disability rights for the U.S. Department of State. In this role she supports President Obama and Secretary Clinton’s goal of ensuring the voice of the disability community is listened to and integrated here and around the world. TASH asked Judy to speak about the disability rights and issues impacting employment for individuals with disabilities. Judy, who was diagnosed with polio at 18 months of age, has been a lifelong advocate and leader in the disability rights movement.		Click here to download the complete transcript from TASH’s interview with Judy Heumann.


	Part Three: Wayne Sailor Wayne Sailor, associate director of the Beach Center on Disability at the University of Kansas, is a monumental figure whose research and advocacy has had a profound impact on education for students with disabilities. Wayne was instrumental in the creation of TASH 35 years ago, and has been an integral part of our work ever since! We interviewed Wayne to explore the future of education for students with disabilities in America.		Click here to download the complete transcript from TASH’s interview with Wayne Sailor.



	Part Four: Juliana Recio We're thrilled to present Part IV in TASH's ADA 20^th Anniversary Video Series featuring Juliana Recio. Juliana is a self-advocate who works tirelessly in the disability community. She's active in training for children and youth with disabilities, and works to support the Latino community. Stemming from her personal advocacy and experience working with others, Juliana shares her insight on issues affecting people of color with disabilities. Hear how the ADA has shaped opportunities for people of color with disabilities, and learn more about the challenges being faced today. Click here to download the complete transcript from TASH's interview with Juliana Recio.