News
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June 17, 2021Tennessee’s NEW Center for Decision-Making Support
Information about Tennessee’s new resource to help people with disabilities, families, educators, and support professionals with decision-making and future planning.
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May 19, 2021Court Grants Preliminary Injunction Regarding Inmate Access To Videophones
Press Release: Court Grants Preliminary Injunction Regarding Inmate Access To Videophones
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May 19, 2021Trivette v. TDOC
Deaf and hard of hearing inmates in Tennessee are not being treated fairly. Disability Rights Tennessee and Civil Rights Education and Enforcement Center filed a complaint. In May 2021, the court gave preliminary injunction because deaf inmates did not have equal access to prison phone use.
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May 19, 2021Digital Accessibility
A look at the benefits of digital accessibility for companies and people with disabilities.
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May 17, 2021Reflections on Lane v. Tennessee
A look back at Lane v. Tennessee and it’s lasting impact on Tennesseans with disabilities.
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March 21, 2021DEAL 2021 Sponsors
Thank you to our 2021 Disability Employment Awareness Luncheon (DEAL) sponsors that make our event possible
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March 10, 2021Disability Day on the Hill 2021
Disability Day on the Hill 2021 was virtual! Review the presentations and trainings and learn about ways you can continue to be involved.
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March 2, 2021Get to know Ernie Dianastasis, DEAL Keynote
Interview with Ernie Dianastasis, DRT’s 2021 Disability Employment Awareness Luncheon (DEAL) Keynote Speaker to gain insight into how he began his work and gathered some inclusive employment tips for businesses.
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March 1, 2021Advocating During a Virtual Legislative Session
Tips and Tricks for Advocating During a Virtual Legislative Session.