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Today from my colleague Allie Cannington on the #AffordableHousing crisis people with disabilities face and what is needed to address it.

We grieve the loss of Lois Curtis. We honor her memory and the incredible legacy she leaves on community living for people with disabilities. May she rest in power knowing her advocacy opened doors to inclusive housing for generations. Thank you Lois. (Photo credit: Tom Olin)

TODAY @ 1pm ET: Symposium on Housing Innovation: mailchi.mp/befe5718d939/h… Terner Center National League of Cities Ben Metcalf @metrosolomon Chris Herbert Module Micaela Connery Lionel Lynch

Happy birthday to cofounder, Kelsey! There are so many places and communities Kelsey made more accessible and inclusive during her life — her legacy is felt by all who continue to benefit. We’re proud to do this work in your name, Kelsey.

Please join this online event Monday & share widely! Sascha Bittner -Electing Kamala President Era Micaela Connery Allie Cannington The Kelsey

Even as a college educated, Senate confirmed, philanthropist diplomat, Judy Heumann, like hundreds of thousands of other people with disabilities, lived in fear of not being able to afford the supports and services she needed to live in the community. bit.ly/3T8oFTg

🚨 Medicaid Monday: Medicaid, by any other name… This weeks #MedicaidMonday video breaks down all the different things #Medicaid can be called. It’s important to know what funds your supports and services so we can protect and expand them RT and share #SaveMedicaid

I feel seen. The accuracy— “There are basketball questions, of course. But also: How tall is your father? How tall is your mother? And: Can you grab that book off the top shelf for me?” ⁦The New York Times⁩ nytimes.com/2023/03/21/spo…

We let this happen to our children. Over and over again. All the while, members of congress proudly wear lapel pins with enamel assault-rifles.

Fangirled Rebecca Cokley starting when she was at NCD — now grateful to call her a partner and advisor. So happy to spend the morning with you, Rebecca!

Next week—join us for a virtual event celebrating the one-year anniversary of the Disability Economic Justice Collaborative (Disability Economic Justice Collaborative) RSVP: bit.ly/414B79i

Whether fronting runway shows or advocating for Disability rights, British Vogue’s May cover star @AaronPhilipXO’s mission to level fashion’s playing field has only just begun. trib.al/mzwT2Bz

Housing may be the most urgent need for people with disabilities. However, argues guest author Micaela Connery, philanthropy has fallen far behind in addressing that need. She suggests how funders can improve their approach. bit.ly/43RcBLa The Kelsey

"Nonprofits & funders, working alongside disabled advocates & the public system, are ideally positioned to create models where disabled people can live full lives on their own terms in communities that are truly inclusive" Micaela Connery Inside Philanthropy insidephilanthropy.com/home/2023/4/20…

Vote for The Kelsey at SXSW -- Fingers crossed and thank you in advance!

The Kelsey is a finalist for the Housing Affordability Breakthrough Challenge! We’re proud to be recognized alongside allies and folks whose work inspires us. Thank you Enterprise Community Partners and Wells Fargo for your consideration and for believing in our vision for #HomeForMore