The U. S. Department of Justice (DOJ) and the U. S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights (DOE/OCR) issued a joint FAQ addressing effective … [Read more...] about FAQ from U.S. Dept. of Justice and U.S. Dept. of Education on Effective Communication for Students with Hearing, Vision or Speech Disabilities
American Bar Association Announces New Online Tool to Help Veterans Identify Legal Needs
The American Bar Association (ABA) recently announced the launch of a new online tool, called "Legal Checkup for Veterans". This tool helps veterans … [Read more...] about American Bar Association Announces New Online Tool to Help Veterans Identify Legal Needs
Questions Parents and Educators Can Ask to Start Conversations About Using Terms Like Learning Disabilities, Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, and Dysgraphia
Do you understand the difference between Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, and Dysgraphia? Wish you understood any of these disabilities better? There are some … [Read more...] about Questions Parents and Educators Can Ask to Start Conversations About Using Terms Like Learning Disabilities, Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, and Dysgraphia
EPIC Requests TRO to block a Presidential Commission’s Request for Millions of State Voter Records
The Electronic Privacy Information Center (EPIC) on July 3, 2017 filed an emergency motion for a temporary restraining order to prohibit defendants … [Read more...] about EPIC Requests TRO to block a Presidential Commission’s Request for Millions of State Voter Records
A Guide to Arkansas Guardianship Law, from the National Resource Center for Supported Decision-Making
Did you know that guardianship laws vary from state to state? Are you familiar with Arkansas' guardianship laws? The National Resource Center for … [Read more...] about A Guide to Arkansas Guardianship Law, from the National Resource Center for Supported Decision-Making
Supported Decision-Making Teams: Setting the Wheels in Motion
From Suzanne M. Francisco, an education and disability rights advocate, and Jonathan G. Martinis, Esq. comes a primer on supported decision-making. … [Read more...] about Supported Decision-Making Teams: Setting the Wheels in Motion
National Health Law Program Provides Information About the Impact of Medicaid Caps for Arkansas
The National Health Law Program has drafted a document for each state about the impact of Medicaid Caps. Below is the document demonstrating the … [Read more...] about National Health Law Program Provides Information About the Impact of Medicaid Caps for Arkansas
Governor’s Council on Developmental Disabilities Announces a Request for Proposals for Grants to Increase Advocacy and Inclusion
The Governor's Council on Developmental Disabilities (GCDD) has announced a Request for Proposals (RFP), with funding to be awarded for projects that … [Read more...] about Governor’s Council on Developmental Disabilities Announces a Request for Proposals for Grants to Increase Advocacy and Inclusion
UPDATE! New Training Added in Hot Springs! Free Self-Advocate Training in Northwest Arkansas July 11, 2017 and Central Arkansas July 21, 2017
Regional training on self-advocacy skills are being held throughout Arkansas. The first three are: Northwest Arkansas- from 10am to 2pm (lunch … [Read more...] about UPDATE! New Training Added in Hot Springs! Free Self-Advocate Training in Northwest Arkansas July 11, 2017 and Central Arkansas July 21, 2017