NAD News
This lists all Latest News items from the NAD and its affiliates. It also includes news items from outside groups on topics that are in line with the mission of the NAD. Media queries: please use our Contact form.
NAD YLC Alumni Survey
Hello all NAD YLC alumni, both staff and campers! The NAD Board appointed a Youth Strategy Team (YST) to review the various Youth Leadership Programs as part of its conference priorities. Your survey feedback on the NAD Youth Leadership Camp (YLC), whether you went as a camper, a staff member/administrator, or never went as a camper before, is important to us! Each survey has only 10 questions so it won’t take much of your time! The deadline is midnight on Tuesday, September 15, 2009.
NAD Statement on Passing of Senator Edward M. Kennedy
The National Association of the Deaf (NAD) released the following statement on the passing of U.S. Senator Edward M. “Ted” Kennedy:
“We are deeply saddened by the death of Senator Kennedy, who was unparalleled as a staunch defender of civil rights,” said Bobbie Beth Scoggins, President of the NAD. “The American deaf and hard of hearing community has lost a dear friend, who has tirelessly carried the torch of opportunity during all these years, always working diligently to advance our rights and privileges as American citizens.”
NAD Says Banks Must Accept Relay Calls
The National Association of the Deaf (NAD) has received many complaints about banks that refuse to accept telephone calls made through relay services. When advocacy efforts do not result in appropriate policy changes, sometimes the only thing left to do is to file a lawsuit in court. In the case of banks not accepting relay calls, the NAD says, “enough is enough.” The NAD and Advocacy, Inc. filed a lawsuit on behalf of Amy Baxter against Wells Fargo.
Notice About Billion Coupons, Inc.
The NAD provides this “Notice” as a public service. This Notice is for people who believe they are owed money by Billion Coupons, Inc., a company owned by Marvin Cooper. The company was also called “Billion Coupons Investment” and “BCI.” The Notice provides information about how to obtain claim forms; all claims must be filed by October 7, 2009.
NOTICE TO ALL PERSONS HAVING INVESTED WITH,
LOANED MONEY TO, OR WHO BELIEVE THEY HAVE
CLAIMS AGAINST OR ARE OWED MONEY BY
BILLION COUPONS, INC.
NAD Supports Hard of Hearing Juror
On August 3, 2009, the NAD filed an amicus curiae “friend of the court” brief in the Supreme Court of Ohio. The brief was filed in response to a ruling by an Ohio Court of Appeals that overturned the conviction of a criminal defendant solely because one juror was hard of hearing.
NAD Board Announces CEO Search
The Board of Directors of the National Association of the Deaf (NAD) announces that it has begun search efforts for a successor to Chief Executive Officer Nancy J. Bloch, in preparation for her departure on March 31, 2011. Appointed in 1992 as the first female director, Bloch also serves as ex officio member of the Board.
NAD Seeks Staff Attorney for Law and Advocacy Center
The National Association of the Deaf (NAD) seeks a dynamic individual to join its Law and Advocacy Center, which educates, advocates, and litigates on behalf of and to empower deaf or hard of hearing individuals. Specifically, Law and Advocacy attorneys work on legislative and public policy issues of concern to the deaf and hard of hearing community, particularly at the national level and often in collaboration with other national organizations.
Grassroots in Action
On July 30, 2009, deaf and hard of hearing people met with many congressional staff members in Washington, DC, to educate them about the “Twenty-first Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act of 2009” (H.R. 3101). During the month of August, members of Congress will be in their home states. Grab this opportunity to meet with your congressional representatives and advocate for access.
Register Now for NAD Leadership Training Conference
Registration is now open for the Second Annual NAD Leadership Training Conference (NLTC ’09), to be held October 29-November 1, 2009 in Columbus, Ohio at the Hyatt on Capitol Square. The theme of the conference is Conquering Challenges: Leadership Beyond Barriers.
President Obama Honors ADA Anniversary
On Friday, July 24, 2009, President Obama celebrated the 19th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) with an announcement of his intention to sign the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD). Obama also met privately with 12 representatives from the disability community and Administration officials.
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