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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

Take a Bow: A Culture of Diversity Beyond Center Stage

Take a Bow: A Culture of Diversity Beyond Center Stage - 9:07

Producing Director at Fonseca Theatre Company, Bryan Fonseca, is interviewed at Fonseca Theatre Company in Indianapolis.

Cultivating Artistic Futures

Cultivating Artistic Futures - 2:49

Underserved children in West Palm Beach are getting a chance to tap into their artistic potential thanks to the public service outlet, The West Palm Beach (FL) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated. The organization hosts a 6-week program for children in 3^rd to 5^th grade to cultivate foundational skills to prepare for middle school arts programs, ultimately building up their artistic abilities and their self-confidence. Interview recorded: May 5, 2018.

Youth Financial Education

Youth Financial Education - 3:12

Junior Achievement of South Florida is on a mission to provide financial education and career options for students in Broward and South Palm Beach Counties. President and CEO, Laurie Sallarulo, explains how students get an opportunity for hands-on training, and the tools they're given to start their own business. Interview recorded: October 17th, 2018

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

Closing The Digital Divide

Closing The Digital Divide - 4:20

Nearly 54 million American households contain a computer today, according to the Commerce Department – that’s more than half of all homes in the United States. Despite the high number, many younger Americans are still struggling to gain access to a computer. Don Slesnick, Executive Director of the South Florida Digital Alliance, explains how there are providing a bridge for this digital divide. Interview recorded: October 26^th, 2018

Feeding The Poor

Feeding The Poor - 4:12

National food bank, Feeding America,says 1 in 7 people deal with hunger in the State of Florida – and the problem is particularly challenging for the Big Bend area. Rick Minor, CEO of Second Harvest of the Big Bend, talks about the local efforts to feed the poor. Interview recorded: February 13th, 2019

Census Time & Civic Duty

Census Time & Civic Duty - 4:34

Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle discusses the importance of the US Census so federal money can be used on education, healthcare and roads.

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.

Outer Drive

Outer Drive - 4:35

Alderman David Moore, 17th Ward discusses his efforts to rename Lake Shore Drive, Outer Drive to Dusable Drive, in memory of the founder of Chicago.

Ward Development

Ward Development - 4:44

Alderman Hairston, 5th Ward has been able to secure 2 new grocery stores in the ward that include local vendors. Also being built is a new hotel and the Obama Library.

21 Chicago

21 Chicago - 4:39

Alderman Brookins of the 21st Ward discusses issues that were not addressed before some new Marijuana laws went into effect.

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.

Census Sundays

Census Sundays - 4:15

Elena Russo speaks with Meghan McCorkle, Marketing and Communications Director for the Enoch Pratt Free Library about Census Sundays, their free festival for preschoolers, and how they are trying to inspire and motivate the writer in you.

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.

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