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Americans With Disabilities Act: Marking 30 Years

Americans With Disabilities Act: Marking 30 Years - 6:44

On July 26, 1990, President George H.W. Bush signed the Americans with Disabilities Act into law. The landmark legislation prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities in employment, transportation, public accommodations, and more.

Angela Williams, President and CEO of Easterseals, reflects on how the ADA has advanced equal opportunity over the past 30 years, along with key priorities ahead for the disability community.

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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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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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Mentoring Kids During COVID-19 Social Distancing

Mentoring Kids During COVID-19 Social Distancing - 4:40

For decades, The Big Brothers Big Sisters program has been the driving force in providing mentorships to children in need. Unfortunately, the Coronavirus pandemic has necessitated the need for social distancing, but that’s not stopping the organization continuing its mission. Jennifer Becker, Director of Programs for the Broward County branch, discusses how they are adapting.

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Black Businesses: Driving Economic Development

Black Businesses: Driving Economic Development - 6:17

Booker T. Washington founded the National Negro Business League in 1900 to strengthen the commercial and economic prosperity of the African American community.

Kenneth Harris of the National Business League outlines the current state of black entrepreneurship.

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Empowering Black Women

Empowering Black Women

According to the Federal Reserve, the black female business ownership rate outpaces men of all races.

Minyon Moore and Leah Daughtry of Power Rising join host Tetiana Anderson to discuss black female activism, engagement and empowerment.

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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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Digital Citizenship for Kids

Digital Citizenship for Kids - 5:30

Nearly 60% of American teens have been the victims of cyberbullying, with offensive name-calling and false rumors being the most common forms of harassment.

Emily Mulder of the Family Online Safety Institute shares how children and teens can benefit from “digital citizenship” skills to make smart choices online and in life.

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COVID-19 Impact on Indian Country

COVID-19 Impact on Indian Country - 8:23

Native communities in the U.S. have been disproportionately impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, with higher rates of infection and death.

Dallin Maybee, Assistant Director of Development for the Native American Rights Fund, discusses why some tribal communities are at higher risk compared to the general population and outlines mitigation efforts to limit the spread of the virus.

Providing Crucial Aid During A Pandemic

Providing Crucial Aid During A Pandemic - 4:38

The Red Cross South Florida Region serves 8 million people across 13 counties in the Sunshine State – this, as the Coronavirus pandemic burdens our health care system. Heidi O’Sheehan, Director of Service to the Armed Forces, discusses the services offered during these trying times.

Medical Assistance For Vets During COVID-19

Medical Assistance For Vets During COVID-19 - 5:10

Florida contains the third largest veteran population in the nation, with more than 1.5 million vets living in the Sunshine State. But as medical facilities around the country work to advance their services in the midst of the Coronavirus pandemic, the West Palm Beach VA Medical Center is fine-tuning its facilities for Vets. Interim Director Cory Price discusses.

Online Learning Opportunities with Phila. OIC

Online Learning Opportunities with Phila. OIC - 6:15

Judge Renee Cardwell Hughes, President and CEO of Philadelphia OIC, talks about online learning opportunities and the return to work strategies in this time of coronavirus. Recorded June 23, 2020.

No-Fault Insurance Reform: Educating Yourself

No-Fault Insurance Reform: Educating Yourself - 6:24

According to the Michigan Traffic Crash Facts, in 2018 there were 312,798 crashes, of which 905 were fatal and 55,340 were personal injury. Steve Ragan of Hope Network discusses the importance of educating yourself on the no-fault insurance reform bill.

Moving Mentors To A Virtual Environment

Moving Mentors To A Virtual Environment - 5:52

Lloyd Freeman, Governing Board Chair for Big Brothers Big Sisters Independence, describes how this organization has made the move to the virtual environment to support communications and relationships between mentors and mentees. Recorded June 23, 2020.

Resources for Minority Entrepreneurs

Resources for Minority Entrepreneurs - 5:32

Della Clark, President of The Enterprise Center, talks about resources available for minority communities and entrepreneurs impacted by the coronavirus. Recorded June 23, 2020.

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.

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.

LGBTQ Equality in the Granite State

LGBTQ Equality in the Granite State - 5:06

PFLAG-New Hampshire is building a more diverse and inclusive world through education, advocacy and support. PFLAG-NH Council President, Erica Allen, shares about services PFLAG provides to the LGBTQ community and its friends, allies and family members.

Mosquitoes: From EEE to West Nile

Mosquitoes: From EEE to West Nile - 6:24

Dr. Philip Armstrong, Agricultural Scientist from the Dept. of Environmental Sciences/CT Agricultural Experiment Station, and expert in tick and mosquito-borne pathogens and EEE, shares about molecular evolution, epidemiology, and ecology of arboviruses. RECORDED November 12, 2019

Compassion Until The End

Compassion Until The End - 2:03

Assisting individuals at the end of their lives. Dominique Renaud discusses her role with Trustbridge, a community nonprofit that provides support for families facing serious illness. Interview recorded: February 17^th, 2018

America’s Opioid Crisis: The Impact on Seniors

America’s Opioid Crisis: The Impact on Seniors - 5:59

The misuse of, and addiction to, opioids is a national crisis affecting all communities — including older adults.

Kathleen Cameron of the National Council on Aging discusses the impact of the opioid epidemic on older adults, including how the crisis is eroding their quality of life.

Autism Awareness & Enriching Lives

Autism Awareness & Enriching Lives - 2:38

April marks the beginning of Autism Awareness month. The Dan Marino Foundation is at the forefront of improving the lives of people with autism or other developmental disorders. The Foundation estimates that close to 90% of adults with developmental disabilities are currently unemployed. One of its core programs, The Marino Campus, provides a 10-month post-secondary educational course to assist students bridge the gap between high school and employment.

New Grant for Health Care Studies

New Grant for Health Care Studies - 4:35

The Community College of Baltimore County offers a wide range of career-building, workforce training options. Steve Jurch, Assistant Dean, for Health and Businesses services sits down with Elena Russo to provide information on a new grant that allows CCBC to offer free training for entry-level employment within the health care fields of medical front office and central service technician.

Improving Quality of Life for Breast Cancer Patients

Improving Quality of Life for Breast Cancer Patients - 4:03

The Red Devils fund support services that improve the quality of life for breast cancer patients and their families. Their Executive Director, Jan Wilson discuses with Elena Russo the obstacles patients encounter and how they try to mitigate those issues.

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