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NDI's Holiday Wish - Economic Independence for Americans with Disabilities
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Friday, December 09, 2011
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IRS Conducting Survey of Deaf/Hard of Hearing Taxpayers
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Friday, November 18, 2011
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National Disability Institute Supports Reintroduction of ABLE Act in Congress
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Tuesday, November 15, 2011
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Legislation vital to helping 1 in 3 individuals with disabilities living in poverty take important steps toward economic self-sufficiency
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National Disability Institute Provides Comments to Treasury to Improve Financial Access for People with Disabilities and their Families
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Monday, November 14, 2011
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New Jersey Credit Unions Celebrate Cycle VI of BEST Internship Program
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Thursday, November 10, 2011
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National Disability Institute Initiative Helps More Than 1 Million People with Disabilities Access Tax Refunds of More Than $1 Billion
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Wednesday, November 09, 2011
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Real Economic Impact Tour helps build brighter economic futures for
1 in 3 Americans with disabilities living in poverty
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National Disability Institute Cited for Its Work By Treasury As Part of Bank On Initiatives
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Tuesday, November 08, 2011
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November Issue of Washington Insider Released
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Friday, November 04, 2011
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NDI's Real Economic Impact Tour Recognized as a Partner in Progress
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Thursday, October 27, 2011
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"Breaking Bad" Actor to Mentor Winner of National Disability Institute's My American Dream Video Contest
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Thursday, October 27, 2011
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RJ Mitte of Emmy winning show “Breaking Bad” to serve as mentor for young Jacksonville, Fla. woman with Down syndrome as she pursues her acting dream
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2012 Paul G. Hearne AAPD Leadership Awards, Call for Applications
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Monday, October 10, 2011
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National Disability Institute Convenes Leaders at Boston Federal Reserve Bank to Discuss Economic Future for Americans with Disabilities Living in Poverty
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Monday, September 26, 2011
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Latest Census data shows 1 in 3 Americans with disabilities live in poverty, nearly double the national average and among highest of all minority groups. Civic and corporate leaders from across America come together at The Federal Reserve Bank of Boston Sept. 27-28 to discuss issue.
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Multiple Sclerosis Association of America and National Disability Institute Launch a Four-Part Webinar Series on Financial Wellness for the Multiple Sclerosis Community
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Wednesday, September 14, 2011
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September Issue of Washington Insider Published
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Wednesday, September 14, 2011
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National Disability Institute Kicks Off the American Dream Contest
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Tuesday, August 23, 2011
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Americans with disabilities encouraged to submit videos sharing their American dreams for a chance
to win $1,000, an iPad and sessions with a mentor
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National Disability Institute Brings Economic Epowerment Agenda to Capitol Hill
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Wednesday, August 03, 2011
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National Disability Institute and its partners urge lawmakers to include political, economic and social change in fiscal reform legislation to put people with disabilities back in charge of their financial futures
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Real Economic Impact Tour Makes Multiple Stops in July
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Tuesday, August 02, 2011
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NDI's Real Economic Impact Tour Hosts Social Media Webinar
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Friday, July 29, 2011
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REI Tour Co-hots Asset Development Summit in Kansas City
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Wednesday, July 20, 2011
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July Issue of Washington Insider Published
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Wednesday, July 13, 2011
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NDI Hosts Asset Development Summit in Bangor, Maine
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Tuesday, July 05, 2011
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NDI's Real Economic Impact Tour Makes a Stop in Hawaii
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Friday, June 24, 2011
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NDI Team Members Participate in NCTC's Mapping the Future Conference
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Wednesday, June 15, 2011
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Spring 2011 Issue of Washington Insider Published
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Tuesday, June 07, 2011
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Three NDI Team Members Participate in Florida Prosperity Partnership Annual Conference
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Tuesday, June 07, 2011
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Michael Roush, Katie Metz and Nakia Matthews presented during FPP's 3rd Annual Conference.
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REI Tour Makes a Stop in Phoenix
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Friday, May 20, 2011
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Disability.gov Is Seeking Four Participants for its No Boundaries Photo Project in June
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Thursday, May 19, 2011
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REI Tour Staff Visit Minnesota
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Wednesday, May 18, 2011
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Chase Agrees to Change Banking Fees
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Monday, May 16, 2011
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NDI Leaders Meet with IRS Commissioner Byrd
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Friday, May 13, 2011
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NDI's Michael Morris and Johnette Hartnett welcomed IRS Commissioner Richard Byrd to the DC office to discuss continuing opportunities for partnership to advance access to the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) and other opportunities to improve economic self sufficiency for people with disabilities.
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NDI Executive Director presents at National MIG Summit in Denver
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Wednesday, May 11, 2011
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NDI Team Members Provide Technical Assistance on Disability to the Public Workforce Investment System
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Tuesday, April 26, 2011
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Walmart Foundation Partners with Nonprofits to Urge Eligible Tax Filers to Take Advantage of Free Tax Preparation Before Time Runs Out
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Tuesday, April 05, 2011
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NDI's Katie Metz Leads Successful REI Tour Workgroup Meeting in Jackson
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Monday, April 04, 2011
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REI Tour Partner Accounting Aid Society's Volunteer Tax Center Featured in the Detroit Free Press
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Friday, April 01, 2011
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February/March Issue of Washington Insider Published
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Friday, April 01, 2011
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IRS Has $1.1 Billion for People Who Have Not Filed a 2007 Income Tax Return
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Thursday, March 31, 2011
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Treasury Issues New Rules Covering Directly Deposited Benefits
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Wednesday, March 30, 2011
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Cycle IV Interns Kick Off Year Two of BEST Internship Program
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Friday, March 25, 2011
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February/March Issue of the Real Economic Impact Newsletter Published
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Monday, March 21, 2011
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REI Tour Makes Stops in Austin and Salt Lake City
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Thursday, March 17, 2011
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Justice Department’s New ADA Rules Go into Effect on March 15, 2011
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Tuesday, March 15, 2011
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Revised regulations implementing the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) will take effect March 15, 2011, the Department of Justice announced. The revised rules are the department’s first major revision of its guidance on accessibility in 20 years.
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New Legislation determines how tax refunds and credits are treated by other public benefit programs
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Friday, March 11, 2011
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National Disability Institute's Real Economic Impact Tour Produces MoneyMondays Radio Series
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Thursday, March 03, 2011
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IRS to Hold Saturday Open Houses on Feb. 26 and March 26 to Help Taxpayers
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Friday, February 25, 2011
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New Jersey BEST program gains speed
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Thursday, February 24, 2011
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REI Tour Director Johnette Hartnett Interviewed by NAMI's STAR Center for the Recovering Together Newsletter
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Wednesday, February 23, 2011
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REI Tour Director Johnette Hartnett was interviewed by NAMI's STAR Center for their Recovering Together Newsletter where she shared her story of loss and recovery.
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Elizabeth Jennings and Michael Roush Present on Asset Development Webinar Hosted by Florida Center for Inclusive Communities
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Friday, February 18, 2011
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Obama Administration Releases 'Educator Toolkit' for the 2011 National Financial Capability Challenge
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Friday, February 18, 2011
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Toolkit Includes Ready-to-Use Lesson Plans on Budgeting, Saving, Investing, and Other Critical Skills That Will Help Students Build Secure Financial Futures
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Joseph P. Kennedy Jr. Foundation Public Policy Fellowship - Inclusive Services and Supports
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Friday, February 18, 2011
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Michael Roush Presents at ACF Family Financial Stability Summit
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Wednesday, February 09, 2011
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Michael Roush Presents at FDIC Community Affairs Regional Team Meeting in Atlanta
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Wednesday, February 09, 2011
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America Saves Week Approaches
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Tuesday, February 08, 2011
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Disability Program Navigator Final Report Released
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Monday, February 07, 2011
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The Department of Labor Employment and Training Administration (DOL/ETA) is pleased to announce the release of Programs that Improve the Lives of People with Disabilities Disability Program Navigator Final Report.
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Johnette Hartnett Speaks at DC EITC Campaign Kick-Off
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Monday, February 07, 2011
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Justice Department Makes the 2010 ADA Standards for Accessible Design Available to Online Viewers Nationwide
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Friday, February 04, 2011
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January Issue of Washington Insider Published
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Tuesday, February 01, 2011
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US Business Leadership Network (USBLN®) Issues Call for Disability-Owned Businesses
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Tuesday, February 01, 2011
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NDIs Elizabeth Jennings speaks at EITC Awareness Day in Freehold, New Jersey
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Monday, January 31, 2011
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NDI's Real Economic Impact Tour Team kicks off EITC Awareness Day in Jacksonville, Florida
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Monday, January 31, 2011
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Study Reports that Homebuyers Using an IDA are Less Prone to Foreclosure and Predatory Loans
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Monday, January 31, 2011
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Weathering the Storm: Have IDAs Helped Low-Income Homebuyers Avoid Foreclosure?, a study by CFED and the Urban Institute, reports on the relationship between AFI IDA participation, loan terms, and homeownership success, as measured by foreclosure rates.
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NDI Executive Director Michael Morris Delivers Keynote Address at New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene's Economic Self-Sufficiency Forum
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Friday, January 28, 2011
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REI Tour National Resource Director Judy Stengel Pens Blog Post on Volunteerism at the Real Economic Impact Blog
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Thursday, January 27, 2011
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January Issue of the Real Economic Impact Newsletter Published
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Tuesday, January 25, 2011
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Michael Roush presents at the Association of Independent Consumer Credit Counseling Agencies Annual Mid-Winter Conference
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Friday, January 21, 2011
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Free Volunteer Tax Assistance Sites Now Online
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Tuesday, January 18, 2011
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Independent Living For People With Disabilities Gets $7.5 Million Boost
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Friday, January 14, 2011
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Nearly 1,000 Americans with disabilities will be able to leave institutions and move into the community, federal officials said Thursday, thanks to a first-of-its-kind initiative providing both housing assistance and support services.
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New Legislation Enacted Determining How Tax Refunds and Credits are Treated by Other Public Benefit Programs
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Friday, January 14, 2011
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Treasury Launches Pilot Program of Prepaid Debit and Payroll Cards for Fast, Safe and Convenient Tax Refunds
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Thursday, January 13, 2011
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Happy New Year from the NDI Team!
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Monday, January 03, 2011
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National Disability Institute Releases Top Ten 2010 Accomplishments
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Tuesday, December 21, 2010
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NDI's Senior Management Team released today their annual list of Top Ten Accomplishments for NDI in 2010.
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NDI Seeks Comments on Public Policy Priority Recommendations for 2011
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Friday, December 17, 2010
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National Disability Institue asks our friends and colleagues to send us any comments or suggestions on the following 15 proposed Public Policy Priorities by January 1, 2010.
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FINRA Releases Interactive Financial Capability Study Online
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Wednesday, December 08, 2010
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NDI's Miranda Kennedy Presents Testimony at the Administration on Developmental Disabilities Listening Session in Denver, Colorado
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Tuesday, December 07, 2010
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REI Tour National Director Michael Roush Presents at Goodwill Central Florida on Making a Real Economic Impact
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Monday, December 06, 2010
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Promoting Financial Success in the United States: National Strategy for Financial Literacy 2011
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Friday, December 03, 2010
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White House to Hold Monthly Disability Calls
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Thursday, December 02, 2010
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November Issue of the Real Economic Impact Newsletter Published
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Tuesday, November 23, 2010
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American Association on Health and Disability (AAHD) Scholarship - Deadline Extended to December 15th
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Friday, November 19, 2010
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November Issue of Washington Insider Published
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Thursday, November 18, 2010
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REI Tour Director Johnette Hartnett Board President of Shared Horizons, Inc.
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Thursday, November 18, 2010
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Dr. Johnette Hartnett elected for a two-year term as Board President of Shared Horizons, Inc. – A Pooled Special Needs Trust In Enhancing the Lives of People with Disabilities
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NDI Celebrates National Philanthropy Day
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Monday, November 15, 2010
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More Than 150 Leaders Participate in 5th Annual REI Tour Mayor's Leadership Academy in Chicago
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Monday, November 08, 2010
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Michael Morris presents at 3rd Annual Financial Literacy Conference in Washington, DC
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Tuesday, October 26, 2010
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NDI Director Michael Morris Testifies Before Administration on Developmental Disabilities
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Wednesday, October 20, 2010
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October Issue of Washington Insider Newsletter Published
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Friday, October 15, 2010
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Washington Insider is a monthly newsletter highlighting key federal policy news related to key NDI priority areas.
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The Real Economic Impact Tour Tops 600 Million Dollars in Refunds for Low Income Workers with Disabilities
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Tuesday, October 05, 2010
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Official Press Release for Upcoming REI Tour Kick-Off and Celebration to be held at the National Press Club, October 19, 2010.
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Presidential Proclamation for National Disability Employment Awareness Month
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Monday, October 04, 2010
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October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month
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Friday, October 01, 2010
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NDEAM 2010 Theme: :Talent Has No Boundaries: Workforce Diversity Includes Workers With Disabilities"
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BEST Interns Progam Seeking New Participants for 8-Week Paid Internship
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Wednesday, September 29, 2010
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September Issue of REI Newsletter Published
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Monday, September 27, 2010
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NDI Announces Winner of American Dream Video Contest
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Thursday, September 23, 2010
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Kenzi Robi, a quadriplegic artist from San Francisco, wins $1,000 to help him further his American Dream and a trip to Washington, DC
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TASH to Offer Multiple Webinar Series This Fall
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Wednesday, September 15, 2010
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Push for Direct Deposit of Tax Returns Increases
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Friday, September 10, 2010
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Two recent programs have been launched with the goal of direct deposit tax refunds from low to moderate income Americans.
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Finalists Chosen for American Dream Video Contest
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Friday, September 03, 2010
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An independent panel chose 5 videos as finalists in the Economic Empowerment - Defining the New American Dream Contest
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Johnette Hartnett presents at the Common Cents Conference 2010
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Thursday, September 02, 2010
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Governor Parkinson furthers opportunities for Kansans with disabilities
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Friday, August 27, 2010
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Kansas Governor Mark Parkinson has signed Executive Orders 10-09 and 10-10, to recognize individuals and agencies that support persons with disabilities.
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Department of Labor Releases Summary of Labor Force Characteristics for Persons With Disabilities
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Thursday, August 26, 2010
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The US Department of Labor's Bureau of Labor Statistics released today a summary of 2009 Labor Force Characteristics for Persons with Disabilities.
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GAO Publishes Summary of Forum Focused on Increasing Work Participation for Adults with Disabilities
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Thursday, August 19, 2010
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GAO convened a forum on March 16, 2010 to explore policy options and actions that could be taken to help adults with a current or past work history improve their participation in the workforce.
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NDI Director Michael Morris to Speak at Reinventing Quality Conference
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Friday, August 06, 2010
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The Reinventing Quality Conference is the premier gathering place for people with intellectual/developmental disabilities, family members, direct support professionals, administrators of community support agencies, advocates, and government leaders – all committed to a vision of a better future for people with intellectual/developmental disabilities.
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August Issue of Real Economic Impact Newsletter Published
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Thursday, August 05, 2010
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ODEP Releases PAS Toolkit for Transitioning Youth
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Wednesday, August 04, 2010
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UCLA Leadership Institute for Managers with Disabilities
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Monday, July 26, 2010
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Program to focus on career advancement of people with disabilities, and is fashioned after UCLA's highly effective Leadership Institutes for African American, Women, LGBT, and Latino managers.
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IDA Program in New York State Helps People with Disabilities, Their Families, and Direct Support Workers Become Homeowners
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Monday, July 26, 2010
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NYS IDA: Helping People with Disabilities, Their Families, and Direct Support Workers Become Homeowners
The New York Office of Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities (OMRDD) has developed an individual development account (IDA) project to help people with intellectual or developmental disabilities, their parents or guardians, and direct support workers buy their first homes.
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Senator Tom Harkin Releases Video to Commemorate ADA 20th Anniversary
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Thursday, July 22, 2010
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July Issue of Real Economic Impact Newsletter Published
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Friday, July 16, 2010
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June/July Issue of Washington Insider Newsletter Published
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Monday, July 12, 2010
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National Disability Institute Launches Nationwide Video Contest to Commemorate the 20th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act
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Friday, July 02, 2010
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Contest encourages all persons with disabilities to demonstrate how they are “Defining the New American Dream”
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Evaluation Report on the Number of Social Security Disability Beneficiaries Being Served by the One-Stops in Four DPN States
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Friday, July 02, 2010
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The purpose of the report was to conduct a quantitative evaluation of the Disability Program Navigator (DPN) initiative through the use of the One-Stop Career Center system by Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) beneficiaries.
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NDI's Johnette Hartnett Guest Blogs for Disability.gov
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Thursday, July 01, 2010
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NDI Executive Director Michael Morris Testifies on Capitol Hill
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Thursday, July 01, 2010
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The US Dept. of Justice, Office of Civil Rights and the US Dept. of Education Office of Civil Rights Issue Joint Letter Regarding Use of Electronic Book Readers
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Wednesday, June 30, 2010
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NDI's BEST pilot project in New Jersey finishes first cycle
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Monday, June 28, 2010
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Senate Hearing Held: Ensuring Community Opportunities for Individuals with Disabilities
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Wednesday, June 23, 2010
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Assistant Attorney General Thomas E. Perez Testifies Before the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions on the ADA and Olmstead Enforcement
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Affordable Care Act (ACA) Summary and Updates
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Monday, June 21, 2010
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Many changes brought about by these new laws are of particular significance to people with disabilities.
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IRS Hires More Than 1,000 Veterans for Three Consecutive Years, One-Third Disabled Veterans
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Friday, June 18, 2010
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Southeast ADA Center Announces Release of 2010 Americans with Disabilities (ADA) Anniversary Tool Kit
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Thursday, June 17, 2010
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The Tool Kit captures collective achievements and offers informative materials designed to help you plan and publicize your ADA activities during the ADA Anniversary and throughout the year.
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NDI Executive Director Michael Morris to Speak at June 18th Summit on Microfinance and Disabilities
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Wednesday, June 16, 2010
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Michael Morris to participate as part of a panel on "Promoting Reasonable Accomodation and Universal Design".
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REI Tour Stops in Oklahoma City; Hosted By United Way of Central Oklahoma
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Monday, June 14, 2010
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Community Action Project of Tulsa County Hosts the REI Tour
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Monday, June 14, 2010
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Kansas City Welcomes the REI Tour
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Monday, June 14, 2010
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Employment and Training Administration's DPN Initiative-produced video wins Telly Award
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Friday, June 11, 2010
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A video production featuring the Employment and Training Administration’s Disability Program Navigator (DPN) Initiative has just been named a winner in the 31st Annual Telly Awards competition.
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NDI Staff Participates in DOL/ETA’s Region 1 Training and Technical Assistance Conference
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Monday, June 07, 2010
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The conference targeted One-Stop front line staff and managers and featured workshops from workforce development experts on leveraging resources, developing partnerships, and providing quality service in these challenges times.
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America's Heroes at Work Revamps Website
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Friday, June 04, 2010
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REI Tour Visits Vermont
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Wednesday, June 02, 2010
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NDI Executive Director Michael Morris Presents at Florida Prosperity Partnership Conference
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Wednesday, May 26, 2010
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IRS Seeking Applications for Volunteer Tax Assistance Program Grants
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Wednesday, May 26, 2010
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The Internal Revenue Service will soon begin accepting applications for the Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE) and Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) grant programs, which will allow some organizations to apply for annual funding for up to three years.
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May Issue of the Real Economic Impact Newsletter Published
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Tuesday, May 25, 2010
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Disability Program Navigator (DPN) Initiative Holds Monthly Administrative Conference Call
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Friday, May 21, 2010
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New Tool Helps Small Businesses Understand Disability Laws
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Wednesday, May 19, 2010
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U.S. Department of Labor unveils its newest online tool to help America’s employers ensure that their employment policies and practices do not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities.
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NDI Holds Board of Directors Meeting in Washington DC
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Thursday, May 13, 2010
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Board and senior staff reviewed and discussed current organziation activities and focused on legislative initiatives.
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Bank of America Hosts the REI Tour in Chicago
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Monday, May 10, 2010
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Nominations Sought by Courage Center for Annual Awards Honoring People With Disabilities
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Monday, May 10, 2010
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Job Accomodation Network launches AskJAN.org
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Wednesday, May 05, 2010
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Newly revamped site provides expanded info on accomodation in the workplace.
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ODEP Partners on Federal Hiring for People with Disabilities
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Tuesday, May 04, 2010
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NDI's Real Economic Impact Tour Highlighted in Disability.gov's blog and the SAMHSA E-Newsletter
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Thursday, April 29, 2010
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The blog's "100 Days to the ADA" countdown featured a Financial Literacy Month post for Day 94, highlighting the REI Tour as well as MyMoney.gov.
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NDI's Johnette Hartnett Kicks off Financial Asset Building Panel for Assistive Technology Conference in Crystal City, VA
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Thursday, April 29, 2010
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At the 2010 Annual Conference for AT Act Programs and Telework Programs, Dr. Hartnett challenged the national audience of Assistive Technology practitioners to define their role in building economic empowerment for their customers with disabilities in the 21st century.
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Financial Literacy and Education Commission Launches New My Money Web Site
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Wednesday, April 28, 2010
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Enhanced Features Include New Calculators, Checklists to Help Families
with Savings, Preparation for College, Numerous Other Life Events with Financial Implications
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Seventy-Five Participants Attend NDI-Hosted Educational Briefing on Capitol Hill Promoting Economic Advancement of Individuals with Disabilities
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Monday, April 26, 2010
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NDI Technical Assistance Team Discusses Promising Practices with the Virginia DPN Executive Committee
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Friday, April 23, 2010
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REI Tour Team Meets with IRS SPEC in Atlanta
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Thursday, April 22, 2010
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The REI Tour and IRS SPEC Disability initiative team met for two days this week to revise the IRS SPEC Disability Initiative Training Manual for IRS tax consultants nationwide.
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REI Tour sponsor 54Freedom unviels 54Freedom Jobs
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Wednesday, April 21, 2010
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Taxpayer Bill of Rights Act Introduced
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Monday, April 19, 2010
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The Act combines several widely supported provisions ralted to the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program.
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NDI to Participate in Upcoming 2010 National Association of Planning Councils
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Thursday, April 15, 2010
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Johnette Hartnett to speak April 17, 2010 in Alexandria, Virginia.
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Health Care Reform Summary from World Institute on Disability
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Wednesday, April 14, 2010
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June 25 Application Deadline for Assets for Independence Grants
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Monday, April 12, 2010
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AFI eager to award new grants to expand the reach of IDAs throughout
the nation.
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HHS, HUD Partner to Allow Rental Assistance to Support Independent Living for Non-Elderly People with Disabilities
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Friday, April 09, 2010
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$4 Million Walmart Foundation Grant Helps Los Angeles County Residents Access Free Tax Preparation and Filing Services
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Thursday, April 08, 2010
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National Disability Institute's Real Economic Impact Tour, Walmart Foundation, United Way Worldwide, and One Economy held a press event commemorating the last stop on the 2010 MyFreeTaxes.com van tour this past Tuesday at the Mexican American Opportunity Foundation in Commerce, California.
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President Obama proclaims April 2010 National Financial Literacy Month
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Tuesday, April 06, 2010
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Latest REI Tour stop: Detroit
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Monday, April 05, 2010
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The Accounting Aid Society hosted a morning meeting for 30 Detroit non-profits to share their outreach and work for taxpayers with disabilities.
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REI Tour Team Contributes to WID Equity Newsletter Highlighting REI Tour Cities and Programs
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Monday, April 05, 2010
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REI Tour & MyFreeTaxes.com Celebrate Partnership in Detroit
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Thursday, April 01, 2010
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The Walmart Foundation, in partnership with the National Disability Institute's Real Economic Impact Tour, One Economy and United Way celebrated the arrival in Southeastern Michigan of the MyFreeTaxes.com National Tour, bringing free tax preparation and services directly to consumers in Detroit.
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3rd Installment of 2010 REI Tour Audioconference Series Held - What to Know About Public Benefits and Tax Filing
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Wednesday, March 31, 2010
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NDI Seeks New Ways to Simplify Public Benefits
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Tuesday, March 30, 2010
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NDI has designed a feasibility study to produce a new accessible web-based I Can Work application.
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New Money Monday Savings Tip!
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Monday, March 29, 2010
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Job Development in a Tough Economy: Elizabeth Jennings Shares Tips
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Monday, March 29, 2010
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NDI staffer Elizabeth Jennings attended Kessler Foundation’s 5th Annual Grantee Symposium where great tips were provided for surviving and succeeding in the current job market.
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NDI and Bank of America Host Asset Development Summit for Persons with Disabilities in Fort Myers, Florida
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Monday, March 29, 2010
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National leaders joined local leaders in Fort Myers, Florida on March 23, 2010 at the Asset Development Summit for Persons with Disabilities to discuss new collaborative opportunities on how to work together to build a roadmap out of poverty for persons with disabilities.
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Dr. Johnette Hartnett Shares Personal Journey at NJ Wellness Conference
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Thursday, March 25, 2010
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On March 18, 2010 Dr. Hartnett shared to an audience of 300 people her personal journey over the past 27 years after the loss of her family in 1983.
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Beyond Academics Begins Implementing NDIs Building Assets Curriculum
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Tuesday, March 23, 2010
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Beyond Academics has begun to use NDIs Building Assets & Promoting Choice and Community Participation for Persons with Disabilities curriculum.
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Michael Roush Gives Keynote Address at event in San Diego, California
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Monday, March 22, 2010
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NDI Staff member Laura Gleneck Participates in 2008 Annual Disability Status Report Rollout Webinar
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Friday, March 19, 2010
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Effect of the 'American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009' (ARRA) on SSI Income and Resources
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Friday, March 19, 2010
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REI Tour Rolls Through Louisiana and Alabama
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Thursday, March 18, 2010
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REI Tour staff member Michael Roush kicked off the REI Tour in four cities in Louisiana and Alabama.
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Social Security to Provide Helpful Health Care Information
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Monday, March 15, 2010
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SSA will provide helpful health care information and website links to the more than three million individuals who apply each year for Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) disability benefits.
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Wichita Disability Initiative helps to provide tax prep to Rural El Dorado, Kansas
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Friday, March 12, 2010
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Two-day event benefits disabled, low to moderate income tax filers
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Disability Program Navigator (DPN) Initiative holds monthly administrative conference call
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Wednesday, March 10, 2010
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The NDI DPN Technical Assistance team, working in coordination with the national DPN Program Office, facilitates monthly administrative conference calls with the state-level DPN representatives from the 46 DPN grantees that also includes regional Federal Project Officers and representatives from the Social Security Administration to address updates and issues of importance and need.
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OPM and ODEP to Host a historic day-long Federal Hiring Event for People with Disabilities
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Tuesday, March 09, 2010
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Representatives from many agencies will be reviewing resumes prior to the event, and inviting prospective candidates for interviews.
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Real Economic Impact Tour recognized by the Fresno, CA City Council for its participation in Walmart Foundation grant
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Friday, March 05, 2010
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NDI Staffer Laura Gleneck Attends the Final Stop on the ODEP Listening Tour
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Friday, March 05, 2010
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In early 2010, the U.S. Department of Labor's Office of Disability Employment Policy (ODEP) and its Federal partners held a series of six Listening Sessions across the country for members of the public to provide input to senior Federal officials on their ideas for more effective ways to employ all people with disabilities.
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Feb/March Issue of Washington Insider Published
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Thursday, March 04, 2010
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2nd Installment of 2010 REI Tour Audioconference Series Held - Making Your Tax Sites Accessible
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Friday, February 26, 2010
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Karen Hamilton and Pamela Williamson discussed tips and best practices for making VITA sites accessible.
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$4 Million from the Walmart Foundation Helps Consumers Nationwide
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Monday, February 22, 2010
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Walmart Foundation, United Way Worldwide, One Economy and National Disability Institute’s Real Economic Impact Tour to Partner to Return $1 Billion to Individuals in Total Tax Refunds
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Applications for the Fellowship at National Industries for the Blind now being accepted
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Monday, February 15, 2010
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The Fellowship for Leadership Development, sponsored by National Industries for the Blind (NIB), is a salaried, two-year program that combines business-focused, on-the-job experience with formal management training.
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The USBLN® announces the launch of the Disability Supplier Diversity Program
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Monday, February 15, 2010
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The USBLN® announces the launch of the Disability Supplier Diversity Program, which offers businesses that are owned by an individual(s) with a disability, including service disabled veterans, an exciting opportunity to increase their access to potential contracting opportunities with major corporations, government agencies, and one another.
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REI Tour Director Johnette Hartnett Serves on Panel at Event Held by Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System
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Thursday, February 04, 2010
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Using the 20th Anniversary of the Passage of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) as a back drop, this two-day event focused on the introduction of the Disabilities Market to Community Development and Financial Institutions.
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NDI staff members Elizabeth Jennings and DJ Diamond participate in Wi$eUp Teleconference
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Wednesday, February 03, 2010
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NDI staff members Elizabeth Jennings and DJ Diamond had the honor of joining Assistant Secretary of Labor for Disability Employment Policy Kathleen Martinez and Women’s Bureau Deputy Director Latifa Lyles on Friday's WI$EUp teleconference to discuss tools and strategies for building economic assets.
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Elizabeth Jennings Gives Presentation on the Benefits of Ticket to Work Regulations in Arizona
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Wednesday, February 03, 2010
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Elizabeth Jennings was in Phoenix, Arizona last week to present on the benefits of the Social Security Administration's revised Ticket to Work regulations and promising Arizona Employment Networks before the Arizona Governor's Council on Workforce Policy and Arizona Workforce Board Directors.
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First Installment of 2010 REI Tour Audiconference Series Held - ARRA Act
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Tuesday, February 02, 2010
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The first installment of the 2010 Real Economic Impact Tour Audioconference Series was held on January 29, 2010. The topic of the audioconference was the Ameican Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) and what implications it may have for the economic futures of people with disabilities.
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REI Tour Director Johnette Hartnett Pens Feature Article for Latest Issue of WID's Equity Newsletter
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Tuesday, February 02, 2010
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What began in the basement of a DC bank has grown into a national movement and call to action because of the commitment and leadership that thousands of people across the United States dedicated to building a better economic future for Americans with disabilities. Read Johnette Harnett's inspiring piece, "The Silver Lining."
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Walmart Foundation Tax Preparation Partnership Expects to Yield More Than $1 Billion in Tax Savings for Consumers
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Thursday, January 28, 2010
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$4 Million Walmart Foundation Grant to United Way Worldwide, One Economy and National Disability Institute Provides Free Tax Services to Families Nationwide
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NDI Board Approves Five-Year Strategic Plan
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Monday, January 25, 2010
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January Issue of Washington Insider Newsletter Published
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Thursday, January 21, 2010
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NDI Celebrates 2009 Outcomes & Prepares for Ambitious Year in 2010
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First REI Tour Stop in Great Falls, MT featured on KRTV
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Thursday, January 21, 2010
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KRTV in Great Falls, Montana covered the REI Tour event held on January 19th.
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NDI awarded $497,897 by Kessler Foundation
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Thursday, January 14, 2010
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The Kessler Foundation awarded NDI $497,897 to pilot and test a two-year employment and career advancement model in the financial service sector in New Jersey.
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54Freedom Entrepreneur of the Month and Year Public Contest
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Monday, January 04, 2010
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In collaboration with the National Disability Institute, and 54Freedom we will be highlighting and celebrating a monthly winner of Entrepreneurship beginning January 2010.
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Real Economic Impact Tour featured on the cover of the Business Section of the Jacksonville Times-Union
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Wednesday, December 09, 2009
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Tour's stop in Jacksonville sheds light on link between poverty, disability
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Real Economic Impact Tour Kick-Off
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Wednesday, October 21, 2009
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Real Economic Impact Tour Expands to 100 Cities - Brings New Hope to Low-Income Wage Earners with Disabilities
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