Developmental Disabilities Legislative Advocacy Days for January
Jan 12 - I/DD Briefing and Legislative Reception
Jan 19 - Housing Accessibility
Jan 26 - Civil Rights
Advocacy Days are all virtual.
Register here https://arcwa.org/advocacy-days/
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DO-IT - Disabilities, Opportunities, Internetworking and Technology
Advancing the Success of People with Disabilities in Education, Research and Careers
DO-IT Scholars prepares students for success in college and careers. The DO-IT Scholars program includes two consecutive Summer Study sessions on the University of Washington (UW) campus where Scholars live in a dormitory, participate in labs and lectures with UW faculty, work on projects together, and explore campus and Seattle-area resources. This allows students to experience college life and develop their self-advocacy skills. Each Scholar is provided with a laptop and any necessary assistive technology and works with a DO-IT technology specialist on setup requirements. Throughout the school year, Scholars connect with program staff, mentors, and each other. They participate in DO-IT events, complete projects, and receive valuable information and support for the transition to college. Students are encouraged to consider a variety of postsecondary programs that best suit their academic interests and unique circumstances.
DO-IT Scholars are not charged for instructional materials, housing, meals, activities, and accommodations such as sign language interpreters at Summer Study sessions and may apply for funding to assist with the costs associated with travel and/or hiring personal care assistants.
Preferred applications fit the following categories
are a high school sophomore or junior
have a disability*
live or attend school in Washington state
aim to continue their education past high school
New, optional designations are coming to Washington state driver licenses and identification cards. Beginning Jan. 1, 2022, people can add one or more symbols to their license or ID card when they have a medical condition, developmental disability, or are deaf or hard of hearing. These voluntary designations may help first responders to communicate with a person during a roadside emergency and inform them about their condition(s). Read all the details HERE
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