July 2021
News and Resources
Thanks to a grant from the U.S. Department of Education, this newsletter provides information and resources for transition-aged youth with disabilities across the Northeast spanning 11 states, as well as Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands.
Education
What worked and what didn't during remote learning and school reopenings

Disability rights ally Katy Neas appointed to U.S. Department of Education
Disability and Culture
How disability pride month started and what it means

Everything you need to know about the final season of Atypical
(TV show)
Independent Living
Dealing with disability in the post-pandemic world

How the airline industry still refuses to accommodate disability
Services and Systems
Opinion: One size doesn't fit all when it comes to funding Medicaid

Federal autism committee to reconvene after going dark for 2 years
Work
Connection between transportation, access, and future employment

Employment platform offers more inclusive job posts
Science and Technology
Electric Vehicles are the future for everyone - except disabled people

Disabled scientists are often excluded from the lab
NJ Transition-Related Resources & Online Events
NJCTS Global TS Summit
Saturday, July 24
9:30 - 11:30

Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act: Expanding opportunities for our youth with intellectual and developmental disabilities
through transition services
July 28, 2021, 2:00

12 power tips to build skill and confidence when talking
about sexuality

Employment supports for people with invisible disabilities
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