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Combining Data, Policy, and Practice to Improve Public Health

Mathematica’s portfolio of projects reflects the progress made so far and the challenges that remain in achieving this year’s 

Mon, 04/03/2023 - 09:11
Wed, 04/19/2023 - 09:21
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Join the Watch Party for "The Human Trial"

Fri, 03/31/2023 - 09:11
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Beyond the Conversation: Putting "Nothing About Us Without Us" into Action

By Alison Barkoff, Acting Administrator and Assistant Secretary for Aging
Fri, 03/31/2023 - 09:11
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New Study On Disabled Women In Leadership

Today is International Women’s Day, a global day to recognize and celebrate the achievements of women. However, despite there being over 20 million disabled women in the United States, there is limited research into career and leadership growth of women with disabilities. What we do know is that disabled women are undereducated, underemployed, and under-invested in as leaders due to societal barriers such as sexism, racism, and ableism.

Wed, 03/08/2023 - 12:55
Sat, 04/01/2023 - 08:00

Public Wireless Initiative

In the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021, Congress appropriated $3.2 billion to the FCC to help low-income households pay for broadband service and connected internet devices called The Emergency Broadband Benefit, it was temporairy.  It transitioned to

Wed, 03/29/2023 - 09:45
Thu, 04/06/2023 - 12:20

APRIL's Position on Guardianship

The Association of Programs for Rural Independent Living (APRIL) strongly opposes guardianship as it contradicts what our disability-led movement believes: the Independent Living movement. As an institution, guardianship began in 1935 when no opportunities were available for individuals with disabilities. Since then, protections have been put in place to protect the rights of people with disabilities.

Fri, 03/24/2023 - 15:05
Fri, 03/31/2023 - 09:18

The National Collaboratory to Address Elder Mistreatment Mentorship Program: Request for Applications

The National Collaboratory to Address Elder Mistreatment (NCAEM), led by the Education Development Center (EDC), has announced a request for applications for its Mentorship Program. This will be the second cohort of the program.

Thu, 03/23/2023 - 12:58
Fri, 04/14/2023 - 12:58
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6th Annual Older Adult Mental Health Awareness Day Symposium

Registration is now open for the 6th Annual Older Adult Mental Health Awareness Day (OAMHAD) Symposium, which will be held on May 11, 2023. This free, all-day, virtual event will feature an engaging plenary, informative sessions, and a diverse array of topics addressing the most pressing mental health needs in older adults.

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Thu, 03/23/2023 - 11:21
Fri, 03/31/2023 - 12:20
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OAM 2023 Materials Available

Every May, ACL leads the nation’s observance of Older Americans Month (OAM). This year's theme is Aging Unbound, which offers an opportunity to explore diverse aging experiences and discuss how communities can combat stereotypes. Join us in promoting flexible thinking about aging – and how we all benefit when older adults remain engaged, independent, and included.

Now available on the OAM website:

Wed, 03/22/2023 - 09:35
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