alberta's social policy framework

Right now, the Alberta government is reorganizing its social policy framework and they are asking for input from Albertans. Social policy includes things like childcare, employment, and housing. It also includes things like services for people with disabilities.

At the social policy framework website, you can give your opinion in a bunch of ways. They have a survey to answer, a wiki, and a blog. They also have a discussion kit and two discussion questions you can answer (found on the main page).

Gateway Association is hosting a social policy framework discussion for families of people with intellectual disabilities. It is being held this Thursday, November 1, at 10:00 AM. For more information or to register, email registration@gatewayassociation.ca or call 780 454 0701.

The public discussion stage is only until November 9, so make sure your voice is heard before it's too late!

still here!

photo: Rolling Dog Farm

This is Spinner, who is blind and deaf. She lives on Rolling Dog Farm, a sanctuary for dogs and horses with disabilities.

Hello! I'm still here :). It's been a busy few months!

Part of the reason I have been too busy to update is that over the summer I had a job. I was working with the John Humphrey Centre for Peace and Human Rights, doing research and preparing educational materials about the history of disability rights in Canada. I also helped them apply for a grant, to get funding for some really cool projects. Stay tuned for updates on that!

In other news, I am now in my last year of college... exciting, and a little bit nervewracking. I also broke my ankle a few weeks ago, so my perspective on accessibility has been broadened a little bit since I can't stand or walk at all right now. 

I should be updating more regularly again, so keep checking back!

Dave