EQUITY e-newsletter: October 2005

Democratizing Asset Building: Mobilizing Action in the Disability Community

A Perfect Fit: People with Disabilities Building Assets

In these fiscally challenging times, why should the disability community care about building assets?

CFED's IDA Field Strategy Webcasts

October 7, 12, & 28- 2:00- 3:30 PM Eastern Standard Time

I'm Just a Bill

Matthew Gernstein, Esq. takes us back to civics class to learn about the legislative process in order to become better advocates.

National Council on Independent Living: Advancing the Disability Agenda

Daniel Davis, NCIL Director of Advocacy and Public Policy, provides a brief summary of NCIL and looming legislative battles that affect the disability community.

Advocating for Independence

After becoming a quadriplegic in a diving accident and living in a nursing home, Steve now owns his own home, drives his own van and advocates for the independent lives of others with disabilities.

Action Supporting Individual Development Accounts

CFED's Advocacy Center supplies a brief summary of two bills up for debate in the Senate (S.922 and S.6) supporting Individual Development Accounts and how to show your support.

EQUITY Responds: Answers to common questions received from either the Asset Building Community or the Disability Community

I want to get involved. What can I do to help support asset building programs?