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COVID-19 Impact on the Disability Community

COVID-19 Impact on the Disability Community - 6:19

The COVID-19 pandemic has posed unprecedented challenges in all corners of the world. For some communities, including people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, these challenges have created significant gaps in access to critical services.

Peter Berns, CEO of The Arc, provides an update on the status of home and community-based services — services he says are critical to the health and safety of people with disabilities.

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COVID-19 Stable Support for People With Disabilities

COVID-19 Stable Support for People With Disabilities - 6:29

COVID-19 has created ripple effects across many fronts including employment, child care and services for people with disabilities.

Angela Williams, President and CEO of Easterseals, reveals how her organization has pivoted to stay connected with, and meet the needs of, those they serve.

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Disability Defined: Understanding the Human Condition

Disability Defined: Understanding the Human Condition - 6:03

People with disabilities represent the largest minority group in the United States. Disability — whether apparent or nonapparent — can impact anyone, of any age, at any time.

Maria Town, President and CEO of American Association of People with Disabilities, shares how her organization is improving the lives of people with disabilities through political and economic advocacy.

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Advancing Accessibility in Medical Technology

Advancing Accessibility in Medical Technology - 6:18

According to the CDC, approximately 12 million American adults ages 40 and over live with some form of limited vision, from mild impairment to blindness. Visual impairment can present unique challenges, including when using in-home medical devices like select glucose monitors.

Clark Rachfal of the American Council of the Blind discusses advocacy efforts to ensure medical devices are designed to be both inclusive and accessible.

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The Graduation Effect

The Graduation Effect - 7:08

America’s high school graduation rate is at an all-time high, yet nearly 1 in 4 black students and 1 in 5 Latino students do not graduate on time.

Deborah Delisle of the Alliance for Excellent Education outlines the economic ripple effects of improved high school graduation rates.

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Racial Equity in Education

Racial Equity in Education - 6:33

Black and Hispanic students remain underrepresented at the nation’s top colleges and universities.

Andrew Nichols of The Education Trust discusses a new report that highlights the historical basis for this gap and the importance of race-conscious policies in higher education.

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Census 2020 and Asian Pacific Americans: Accuracy Counts

Census 2020 and Asian Pacific Americans: Accuracy Counts - 5:13

More than 23 million Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders live in the U.S. Terry Minnis of Asian Americans Advancing Justice shares how her organization is advocating for a fair and accurate Census count of the Asian Pacific American community.

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Access and Awareness: Multilingual Census Hotline

Access and Awareness: Multilingual Census Hotline - 4:24

The census aims to count every person living in the U.S., yet language barriers exist among many communities.

Kristen Clarke of the Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law discusses a Census 2020 hotline that addresses questions and concerns in 11 languages.

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The Multi-Million Dollar LGBT Community

The Multi-Million Dollar LGBT Community - 4:09

The LGBT community accounts for an annual purchasing power of more than $8-billion in South Florida, according to the Miami Gay and Lesbian Chamber of Commerce. Chamber President and CEO, Steve Adkins, discusses how entrepreneurs and businesses in the area can work in tandem with the LGBT community to promote the local economy. Interview recorded: October 26^th, 2018

Emerson's Entrepreneurial Studies

Emerson's Entrepreneurial Studies - 6:08

Emerson's Entrepreneurial Experience is an immersive program with a cohort of students. In March of 2020 E3 was challenged with completing second semester virtually. Director of Entrepreneurial and Business Studies, Lu Ann Reeb explains.

Maximizando la participación de los latinos en el Censo de 2020

Maximizando la participación de los latinos en el Censo de 2020 - 6:31

El número de latinos, el segundo grupo poblacional más grande del país, ha sido subestimado en el Censo durante décadas. Defensores dicen que es fundamental hacer una cuenta precisa de latinos y todas las comunidades para asegurar igualdad en su representación política y acceso a los recursos.

Vanessa Cardenas, de la Liga de Ciudadanos Latinoamericanos Unidos, explica cómo LULAC está trabajando para ayudar a la comunidad latina a superar las barreras de idioma y confusión, y así aumentar la participación.

Women in Construction

Women in Construction - 6:45

In 2019 women accounted for just 10 percent of the high-paying and in high-demand construction workforce nationwide. Northeast Trade Center for Equity is a resource center for women seeking construction trade jobs. Co-Founder, Mary Vogel, explains.

Opportunities for Gateway Cities

Opportunities for Gateway Cities - 5:39

Access to opportunities in transportation, education, jobs and other equitable growth opportunities are critical to increasing the vitality and strength of Massachusetts Gateway cities. MassINCCOO, Juana Matias explains.

Census 2020 and Asian Pacific Americans: Accuracy Counts

Census 2020 and Asian Pacific Americans: Accuracy Counts - 5:13

More than 23 million Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders live in the U.S. Terry Minnis of Asian Americans Advancing Justice shares how her organization is advocating for a fair and accurate Census count of the Asian Pacific American community.

Census 2020: Securing Resources and Representation

Census 2020: Securing Resources and Representation - 5:20

Measurements of census accuracy since 1940 have shown a constant, disproportionate undercount of specific population groups such as people of color, young children and renters.

Vanita Gupta, President and CEO of the Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights, discusses the importance of accuracy in Census 2020 and its direct impact on representation and access to governmental resources.

Access and Awareness: Multilingual Census Hotline

Access and Awareness: Multilingual Census Hotline - 4:24

The census aims to count every person living in the U.S., yet language barriers exist among many communities.

Kristen Clarke of the Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law discusses a Census 2020 hotline that addresses questions and concerns in 11 languages.

Census 2020: Impact on America’s Businesses

Census 2020: Impact on America’s Businesses - 5:30

The United States Census Bureau collects data about the nation’s people and economy. While this data is used by the federal government for planning and redistricting purposes, the private sector also benefits.

DeVere Kutscher of Public Private Strategies discusses the importance of accuracy in Census 2020 and its effect on businesses’ ability to make informed decisions.

Maximizing Latino Participation in Census 2020

Maximizing Latino Participation in Census 2020 - 6:31

Latinos, the nation’s second largest population group, have been undercounted in the U.S. Census for decades. Advocates say an accurate count of Latinos and all communities is imperative to ensure equity in political representation and access to resources.

Vanessa Cardenas of the League of United Latin American Citizens explains how LULAC is working to help the Latino community overcome the barriers of confusion and language, and increase participation.

Contando Cada Residente En El Censo

Contando Cada Residente En El Censo - 2:59

El Censo 2020 está en marcha, y millones de Americanos estan recibiendo sus encuestas para ser contados. Los resultados ayudan a dirigir miles de millones de dólares en fondos federales a las comunidades para escuelas, carreteras y otros servicios públicos, y también determinan la cantidad de escaños que cada estado tiene en el Congreso. El comisionado del condado de Miami-Dade, Esteban Bovo, Jr., dirige un grupo de trabajo local para asegurarse de que cada residente sea contado.

Counting Everyone In The U.S. Census

Counting Everyone In The U.S. Census - 2:47

The 2020 Census is well underway as millions of U.S. households begin to receive their surveys to be counted. The results aid in directing billions of dollars in federal funds to communities for schools, roads, and other public services, and also determine the number of seats that each state has in Congress. Miami-Dade County Commissioner Esteban Bovo, Jr. leads a local task force to make sure every resident gets counted.

Why Fly Tweed

Why Fly Tweed - 5:15

Regional Airports can drive economies and bring sense back into travel. Sean Scanlon, Executive Director of Tweed New Haven Airport Authority, discusses flying to hundreds of destinations with ease and convenience; and efforts Tweed is making to increase flights.

Assisting Minority-Owned Manufacturing Companies

Assisting Minority-Owned Manufacturing Companies - 5:08

N Scott Phillips, Director for the Mid-Atlantic Region MBDA (Minority Business Developmental Agency) Advanced Manufacturing Center talks with Elena Russo about the numerous ways they assist minority-owned manufacturing companies.

Hooks & Hangers Resale Store

Hooks & Hangers Resale Store - 3:45

Elena Russo is joined by Christie Burnett, Director of Retail Sales at Hooks & Hangers. Hooks & Hangers resale store is dedicated to build support for people with intellectual disabilities within the community. All proceeds go directly to the Spring Dell Center.

2021 Budget

2021 Budget - 4:17

Jill Horner speaks with Assemblyman Robert Clifton, from the NJ General Assembly, about the 2021 NJ State Budget. Interview recorded 3/4/2020.

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