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5/9/13 - 02:18 PM by Stephanie Patrick

AC Legislative Update - 5/9/13

Click to read updates on Louisiana House and Senate bills concerning such issues as education, Medicaid, home and community-based services, and employment.

4/18/13 - 11:18 AM by Pamela Fisher

AC Releases 2013 Legislative Agenda

The Advocacy Center has released its legislative agenda for 2013. Click to read which Louisiana House and Senate Bills concerning such issues as education, Medicaid, home and community-based services, and employment AC supports, and which we oppose.

2/19/13 - 12:00 PM by Pamela Fisher

The Super Bowl Has Ended, But the Memory Lingers On

Governor Bobby Jindal has declared that Louisiana will not participate in Medicaid expansion under the Affordable Care Act (ACA), despite the many advantages this expansion holds for Louisianians. AC's coalition has penned an open letter to Gov. Jindal urging participation for Louisiana.

1/17/13 - 11:50 AM by Pamela Fisher

Mardi Gras Accessibility - It's Carnival Time!

As Louisiana prepares to celebrate Mardi Gras on February 12th, the Advocacy Center investigated options for people with disabilities to enjoy an accessible Mardi Gras in New Orleans, Lafayette, and Shreveport.

1/16/13 - 02:58 PM by Pamela Fisher

"Ain't It a Shame" Cottage Accessibility Campaign: Help AC "Ramp It Up!"

CottageCampaign Advocacy Center is seeking donations that will enable us to build a ramp and add other accessible features to our cottage in New Orleans. Help us "Ramp It Up! by making a tax-deductible donation today!

12/17/12 - 01:47 PM by Pamela Fisher

Excitement Mounts as Super Bowl Draws Near

AC is working with GameDay, Inc. to assist with issues involving physical accessibility for people attending Super Bowl XLVII and related festivities in New Orleans in February 2013. This work has led AC to create a statewide accessibility website, AccessLouisiana, which is currently under development.

11/20/12 - 09:20 AM by Pamela Fisher

Win Free Tickets for Audubon Zoo Special Needs Day!

On Saturday, December 8, 2012, New Orleans' Audubon Zoo will host its first Special Needs Day to spotlight the strides they have made toward full accessibility for people with disabilities. Advocacy Center has two sets of free tickets for this event for two families. Read on to learn how to win them!

10/9/12 - 02:18 PM by Pamela Fisher

Get Involved! Help AC Determine NOLA Restaurant Accessibility

Help the Advocacy Center compile accessibility information on New Orleans restaurants!

9/19/12 - 02:18 PM by Pamela Fisher

Advocacy Center’s Executive Director Wants to Talk with YOU!

Do you have questions about the work of the Advocacy Center, our priorities for 2013, or thoughts to share? Lois Simpson, AC's Executive Director, will be answering your questions and listening to your ideas on Monday, September 24, 2012 from 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm and Thursday, September 27, 2012 from 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm.

9/14/12 - 10:38 AM by Pamela Fisher

Advocacy Center Partners with NFL to Ensure Accessibility at Super Bowl XLVII

Advocacy Center will partner with NFL Gameday to ensure that people with disabilities are able to enjoy all aspects of Super Bowl XLVII, which will take place in New Orleans on February 3, 2013.

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