As we celebrate Disability Pride Month this July, it's essential to reflect on its history and significance. Disability Pride Month was first celebrated in 1990, coinciding with the signing of the … [Read more...] about Celebrating Disability Pride Month
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Our 2023 Impact Report: A Year in Review
We’re excited to announce the release of our 2023 Impact Report, highlighting the significant progress and achievements we made last year in preserving and honoring the historic … [Read more...] about Our 2023 Impact Report: A Year in Review
Legislative Update: Proposed PA Budget Increase for Intellectual Disability and Autism (ID/A) Services System
In the next few weeks leading up to a June 30 deadline, the Pennsylvania General Assembly will vote on Governor Shapiro’s proposed budget, which includes increased funding to reduce long waiting lists … [Read more...] about Legislative Update: Proposed PA Budget Increase for Intellectual Disability and Autism (ID/A) Services System
Webinar Resources from “The Camera’s Eye: Telling the Story of Disability Through the Power of Film”
Thank you to all who attended "The Camera's Eye" webinar on June 3! Here are links to resources that Dan and Samuel shared during the webinar. All links will open in a separate tab or window, … [Read more...] about Webinar Resources from “The Camera’s Eye: Telling the Story of Disability Through the Power of Film”
Press Release: Western Pennsylvania Disability History and Action Consortium Receives $115,000 Grant from Mellon Foundation to Enhance Archival Holdings and Expand Public Access
[Pittsburgh, PA, May 21, 2024] - The Western Pennsylvania Disability History and Action Consortium (WPDHAC) is delighted to announce the receipt of a $115,000 grant from the Mellon Foundation. This … [Read more...] about Press Release: Western Pennsylvania Disability History and Action Consortium Receives $115,000 Grant from Mellon Foundation to Enhance Archival Holdings and Expand Public Access
StoryCorps mobile tour coming to Pittsburgh! (May 30 – June 28)
StoryCorps is partnering with WESA to record, preserve, and share the stories of Pittsburgh, PA! About StoryCorps StoryCorps is committed to the idea that everyone has an important story to … [Read more...] about StoryCorps mobile tour coming to Pittsburgh! (May 30 – June 28)
Press Release: Western Pennsylvania Disability History and Action Consortium Receives $25,000 Grant from FISA Foundation to Advance Communication Initiatives
[Pittsburgh, PA, May 7, 2024] - The Western Pennsylvania Disability History and Action Consortium (The Consortium) is proud to announce it has been awarded a $25,000 grant from FISA Foundation to … [Read more...] about Press Release: Western Pennsylvania Disability History and Action Consortium Receives $25,000 Grant from FISA Foundation to Advance Communication Initiatives
Spring 2024 Newsletter Available!
Read our Spring 2024 newsletter here. Not getting our newsletters? Subscribe today! … [Read more...] about Spring 2024 Newsletter Available!
History of Pittsburgh’s “Crip Camp” featured in Senator John Heinz History Center’s Treasures in the Archives (March 10)
About the Program Join the Detre Library & Archives for Treasures in the Archives on Sunday, March 10 to explore highlights from one of the largest collections of historic materials … [Read more...] about History of Pittsburgh’s “Crip Camp” featured in Senator John Heinz History Center’s Treasures in the Archives (March 10)
Webinar downloads from “Medical Safeguarding: Address Vulnerability in Medical Settings”
These documents are being shared with permission by our speakers Cathy Ludlum and Jo Massarelli. … [Read more...] about Webinar downloads from “Medical Safeguarding: Address Vulnerability in Medical Settings”
