Resources

  • ADA & Civil Rights

    Senator Introduces Legislation to Call for Accessible Websites

    December 13, 2022

    NDRN drafted this letter to thank Senator Duckworth for introducing an important piece of legislation that calls for greater steps to be taken to make all websites and software applications accessible for users with disabilities.

    Letter
  • Community Integration

    Meet Marlene, Also Should We Have More Sound Effects?

    December 9, 2022

    Michelle, Stephanie, and guest host LaToya Blizzard talk about what's in the news. New NDRN Executive Director Marlene Sallo joins us to talk about her background and her vision for the network. Then Elizabeth Priaulx joins us to talk about the legacy of Lois Curtis.

    Podcast
  • ADA & Civil Rights

    NYC Mayor’s Disastrous Plan to Involuntarily Commit People with Psychiatric Disabilities

    December 1, 2022

    For people with mental health conditions, New York City is no longer a safe home. Yesterday, Mayor Eric Adams announced that police officers and “outreach workers” will begin rounding up people with psychiatric disabilities and involuntarily hospitalizing them.

    Press Release
  • It’s Giving Tuesday!

    November 28, 2022

    Real talk, we know you receive dozens of requests for support today. Our inboxes are overflowing, too. It’s Giving Tuesday, after all. The day we give back to our communities. And it can be a little overwhelming.

  • ADA & Civil Rights

    Submitting Comments to the U.S. Access Board

    November 21, 2022

    The U.S. Access Board put out an advanced notice of proposed rulemaking on accessibility features of self-service transaction machines. NDRN submitted comments to advocate for more accessible kiosks for patrons with disabilities. 

    Comments