Material arranged by subject matter
Podcast Interviews
People first West Virginia
Join Morgan this month as he talks to Kevin Nuñez Regional Rep with Self-Advocates Being Empowered (SABE).
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the Atlantic CIL Podcast
Save Medicaid Rally 2025
Hundreds from NJ disability community rally in Trenton against GOP Medicaid cuts
State of the Union 2025
Disability Rights
“With Medicaid, We Have a Fighting Chance” – Protect Medicaid Video
A Collection of Medicaid Stories from New Jersey’s Disability Community
Eliminating the Department of Ed would hurt people with disabilities September 2024 Mosaic NJ
Though imperfect Biden gives Hope to the Disabled Community- South Jersey Times February 2024
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Covid-19 Health & Resources
I am your fellow Citizen…and New Jersey is My Home Too
NJCDD’s Council Member, Kevin Nunez, joins fellow self advocates Robert Jackson Octavio Maldonado of NJ Association of the Deaf, Dalia Lorenz an Stephen Toth ASL interpreter talk about the valuable work that each of them has out to advance civil rights and representation for people with disabilities on the local, state, and national level. The advocates also share their experience participating in New Jersey’s Partners in Policymaking training program, along with other resources that have helped them to become more confident and capable disability advocates.
“I am your Neighbor…and New Jersey is My Home Too!”
What is “New Jersey is My Home Too!”? Through lively and intimate panel discussions with diverse New Jersey residents with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD), the NJCDD hopes to demonstrate that with the right community supports and resources, all New Jerseyans with I/DD can lead full and engaged lives at any age and in every community across New Jersey. Knowledge is power, and NJCDD is here to provide individuals and their families with a roadmap to greater community inclusion!
NJ Disability Information Hub Launch
New Jersey is committed to being a safe, accessible, and affordable place to live for all people, including those living with disabilities. Many services for individuals with disabilities are offered by the State and various other organizations. This website brings together these resources into one place for New Jersey residents with disabilities, caregivers, parents, and advocates.
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Disability community wants more from Trenton, commemorates COVID deaths
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NJ Spotlight News March 3, 2021
Disability & Emergency Preparedness
Left Behind in Schools
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Report: NJ schools need better emergency plans for disabled students
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Schools Urged to Include Students with Disabilities in Emergency Planning
Op-Ed: School Emergency Plans Must Take Better Account of Students with Disabilities
School Safety Issues for Students with Disabilities Report
Disability & Society
Clamor grows over candidate’s use of closed captions
He became a disability advocate ‘out of necessity
Guest Opinion: Yes, preach acceptance, but also tolerance
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Op-Ed: People with Disabilities Must Remain Vigilant
Opinion Pieces
Guest Opinion: Call to Action for New Jersey disability workforce
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Medicaid Awareness (2016)
Every March, elected leaders, disabilities advocates, and citizens mark “Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month” with celebrations, proclamations, social media posts, and the like.
Murphy had Forgotten about Direct Support Professionals
NJ Disability Legislative Caucus
NJ Lawmakers Form a Group to Back Disability Needs
https://nj1015.com/nj-lawmakers-of-both-parties-form-group-to-prioritize-disability-needs/
Launch of NJ Disability Legislative Caucus
Disability In Focus (Published Essays)
Financial Slavery
Where Are The Advocates?
An Advocacy Story
How Many Good DSPs do We Have to Lose?
The World of a Direct Support Professional
Interviews with People & Family Magazines
Look inside each magazine PDF for my relevant articles
Updated: September 24, 2024
Disability Limbo Newsletter
I started Letters from the Limbo as a way to connect with you on a deeper level. Twice a month, I send out an email filled with personal anecdotes, professional updates (like my recent reelection as Vice Chair of the NJCDD), and the policy insights I don’t share anywhere else. This isn’t just another email—it’s an unfiltered look at the life of a disability advocate. Join my community and get an exclusive, honest look at the work that matters
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