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Listening Tour 2025: PADDC Wants to Hear from You!
The Pennsylvania Developmental Disabilities Council (PADDC) is a planning and funding group made up of people with disabilities, and their family members, advocates, and state department … [Read more...] about Listening Tour 2025: PADDC Wants to Hear from You!
Understanding the Past: 1950s Vaccine Trials at Polk State
In reference to current national discussion about vaccinations, the Post-Gazette recently explored this issue in an article about historical vaccination trials involving children with disabilities at … [Read more...] about Understanding the Past: 1950s Vaccine Trials at Polk State
Celebrating Tina Calabro & Mark Steidl’s Well-Deserved Recognition
Recognizing Leadership and Advocacy in Our Community We are excited to share that two outstanding advocates with strong ties to the Western Pennsylvania Disability and Action Consortium, Tina … [Read more...] about Celebrating Tina Calabro & Mark Steidl’s Well-Deserved Recognition
Honoring Black History & Disability History – Stories That Must Be Told
As we celebrate Black History Month, we honor the often-overlooked histories of Black individuals with disabilities - stories of resilience, activism, and contributions that have shaped both racial … [Read more...] about Honoring Black History & Disability History – Stories That Must Be Told
In Memory of Jeff Parker: A Champion for Disability Rights
We are saddened to share the passing of Jeff Parker, a dedicated champion for disability rights in our region. Jeff spent many years advocating for accessibility and inclusion, leading efforts with … [Read more...] about In Memory of Jeff Parker: A Champion for Disability Rights
Winter 2025 Newsletter Available
Read our Winter 2025 newsletter here. Not getting our newsletters? Subscribe today! … [Read more...] about Winter 2025 Newsletter Available
The Magic of Marlene, a Tribute by Max Colecchi
By Max Colecchi, Disability Options Network board member and Western Pennsylvania Disability History and Action Consortium executive committee member The Magic of Marlene Marlene O’Leary, age … [Read more...] about The Magic of Marlene, a Tribute by Max Colecchi
Presenting Our 2024 Impact Report: Milestones and Progress
We’re delighted to share our 2024 Impact Report, celebrating the meaningful strides we’ve made in honoring the rich history and advocacy of people with disabilities in Western Pennsylvania. This … [Read more...] about Presenting Our 2024 Impact Report: Milestones and Progress
Share Your Historic Materials with the Western Pennsylvania Disability History and Action Consortium
Do you (or a family member) have historic materials - collections, papers, artifacts, or oral histories - that could help to tell the story of disability history in Western Pennsylvania? The … [Read more...] about Share Your Historic Materials with the Western Pennsylvania Disability History and Action Consortium
