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From the Era of Institutions to the Innovative Options of Today Date: Thursday, October 26, 2023Time: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM EST FREE Virtual Event Join Western Pennsylvania Disability … [Read more...] about Transforming Community Living (Virtual Event) – October 26, 2023

By: Jessica C. Neal, Project Scholar “Who made you,” was always the question. The answer was always “God.” - Alice Walker Places of worship hold a special significance for many individuals, … [Read more...] about The Daily Encourager: The Life, Faith, and Legacy of David Hale (1979-2020)

By: Jessica C. Neal, Project Scholar  "I ain't been around the world, but I've been around the block.” - Andrea Coleman-Betts Black women with disabilities have emerged as powerful … [Read more...] about Hazelwood’s Hero: Ms. Andrea Coleman-Betts

About Oakland For All (OA) is seeking nominations for one individual and one Oakland business to be recognized for their positive contributions to and/or impact on the Oakland disability … [Read more...] about Oakland for All Seeking Nominations for Beyond Accessibility AWARDS

Nancy Murray of Achieva, also a member of Western Pennsylvania Disability History and Action Consortium's Executive Committee, wrote a compelling op-ed about the shortage of and lack of funding for … [Read more...] about “A mom of children with intellectual disabilities asks: When will it be our turn?” (Op-Ed by Steering Committee member Nancy Murray)

New Project Scholar Hired We recently hired a new Project Scholar, Jessica C. Neal, who will work on the remaining stories in our Intersection of Race and Disability Project for the rest of … [Read more...] about WPDHAC welcomes new Project Scholar!