INFORMATION, RESOURCES, OPPORTUNITIES

WHAT'S HAPPENING SAN ANTONIO???!!
 coming up on the calendar

INCLUSION is involvement and empowerment, where the inherent worth and dignity of all people are recognized. An inclusive community promotes and sustains a sense of belonging; it values and practices respect for the talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and ways of living of its members.

Break out your royal garb for this 5K experience!  We'll provide the crown and you bring the rest and race to the finish line to be a part of the Fiesta® fun.

The Fiesta Especial® 5K and Parade will take place on the first Saturday of Fiesta®.  Starting from The City of Windcrest's City Hall, around the Golf Course and winding through the neighborhoods, you can display your Fiesta® Spirit.

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
7:00am Onsite Registration & Packet Pick-up Opens
7:30am Street Closures Begin
8:00am Competitive 5K and 1Mile DASH Begin
10:00am Parade starts

5K Divisions
Runner, Walker, Prosthetic Aid, Rider/Stroller, B/VI-Guided Runner, Power Chair, Manual Wheelchair, Sports Chair, Hand-Cycle, or Recumbent Bike/Trike.

CONVERSATION 360°: Entertainment & Disability
Tuesday, august 3rd 2021 @ 5:45PM

Historically, people with disabilities have encountered significant barriers to accessing the Entertainment Industry, including a lack of positive and accurate disability representation, an absence of adaptive infrastructure, or an underestimation of the purchasing potential of the disability community. Recently, we've witnessed changes in the entertainment industry becoming more accessible than ever before. Join us for a conversation about disability across multiple fields including amusement parks, movies & film, theatre, gaming, music festivals, and conventions as we explore what the entertainment industry can, should, and is doing to become more inclusive and increase disability representation.​

This conversation is made possible through a partnership with Inclusion is Sweet, Eco Centro, and Partners Resource Network. 

COVID-19 VACCINE APPOINTMENT SUPPORT
BREAKING DOWN BARRIERS ONE SHOT AT A TIME

Need Help Making a Vaccine Appointment?
If you're interested in getting a vaccine appointment and have had difficulties in securing one, disABILITYsa and our partners are here to help.  Complete our Vaccine inquiry form and we will work with our volunteers and vaccine partners to support you in getting the supports you need.  We can help mitigate some of the issues with the public-facing portals, navigating vaccine sites, mitigating communication barriers, and coordinating sensory-friendly experiences. As we develop our partnerships and opportunities, we'll keep those who have submitted an inquiry updated on our progress.  

You can access in the inquiry online at the link below.  
https://hipaa.jotform.com/disABILITYsa/vaccination-inquiry
CITY COUNCIL CANDIDATE SURVEY & FORUMS
WRITTEN RESPONSES AND CONVERSATION RECORDINGS
The disability vote includes people living with a disability, family members and friends, advocates, educators, professionals, providers, bureaucrats, and supporters. The disability community has a major stake in the outcome of this election. Issues important to people with disabilities must be part of the platform for any candidate running for public office.

San Antonians were given the opportunity to ask questions the candidates running in the 10 City Council Districts questions around issues impacting the disability community. 

This program was sponsored in part by RevUp Texas, Alamo City Interpreters, Deaf Interpreter Services, Inc., SAI Interpreting and Translation, and Maritza Herrera.

The Conversation 360° Series is made possible in partnership with Eco Centro, Inclusion is Sweet, and Partners Resource Network. 
City Council and Mayoral Candidates have already answered a series of questions and their responses are posted on our Partners in The Disability vote page here: https://www.disabilitysa.org/partners-in-the-disability-vote.html
GATHERING THE EXPERIENCES
OF PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES DURING WINTER STORM
disABILITYsa is working to collect the stories of those living with a disability within the San Antonio community who were impacted by the Winter Weather Storm during the week of February 15th through the 19th.  Sharing stories and experiences will help keep the voices of San Antonians with disabilities part of the recovery and resiliency discussions.

This survey is currently available in English and ASL
PARTNERS IN THE DISABILITY VOTE
JOIN THE PARTNERSHIP TODAY!
The disability vote includes people living with a disability, family members and friends, advocates, educators, professionals, providers, bureaucrats, and supporters. The disability community has a major stake in the outcome of this election. Issues important to people with disabilities must be part of the platform for any candidate running for public office, be it a City Council position or for Mayor.

The disability service providers, leaders, retailers, and groups of San Antonio are invited to join in a collective effort around The Disability Vote in San Antonio.

Our efforts will be focused on: 
  1. Getting topics of interest for people with disabilities into the candidate debates and forums for the upcoming May election. 
  2. Get out the Vote! Ensuring those living with disabilities are registered to vote and understand how to exercise their voice in the election process. 
  3. Break down barriers that continue to prevent individuals with disabilities from actively participating in the election process.

2020’s Best & Worst Cities
FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES

With the physical and economic challenges of managing a disability in mind, WalletHub compared more than 180 most populated cities across 34 key indicators of disability-friendliness. Their data set ranges from physicians per capita to rate of workers with disabilities to park accessibility. Click on the map below for rankings.  Click on the link (https://wallethub.com/edu/best-worst-cities-for-people-with-disabilities/7164/#) for findings, expert insight from a panel of researchers and a full description of WalletHub's methodology.
Source: WalletHub

2020 virtual accessability fest
access our archives & exhibitor hall

The 14th Annual AccessAbility fest 2020 has come to an end, but you can still access the resources, information, and opportunities we put together for you this year!  

Missed the registration?  No worries!  Simply click the button below to gain access to the 2020 Recordings and Archives. 

GATHERING EXPERIENCES DURING COVID-19
INDIVIDUAL AND ORGANIZATIONAL SURVEY

The City of San Antonio Disability Access Office, disABILITYsa, and the San Antonio Area Foundation are conducting a survey to gather the experiences of people with disabilities during the COVID-19 response and recovery.  Your thoughts and knowledge will help us better understand the impact on our community.  The survey is in English, Spanish and American Sign Language (ASL).   The survey can be found on the SA Speaks Up webpage or you may also go directly to the survey by clicking on the button below. 

​Questions about this survey can be directed to the Disability Access Office at 210.207.7135 or DisabilityAccess@SanAntonio.gov. 

BIAS IN PUBLIC HEALTH DATA
disability advocacy in san antonio

Join CivTechSA in partnership with the City of San Antonio’s Office of Innovation to look at bias in public health data by providing your thoughts or joining us from a community conversation.  This Community Conversations survey and event series tackles three areas where bias impacts data-driven policymaking: Identity, Reach, and Trust.

It is important that people with disabilities are part of this process so we ask you to continue the conversation by sharing your perspective. 

This series of community conversations aims to answer the questions:
  • Can we eliminate bias in Public Health data? 
    Public Health data refers to how we quantify people and the environment, leading to important conclusions that determine policy, programming, and other outcomes.  
  • How can we identify and eliminate bias from datasets that shape people’s access to public health resources, how programs are designed, and how benefits are allocated?
    Accountable, ethical uses of public information for social good must actively resist the criminalization and surveillance of low-income communities, people of color, and other marginalized populations. However, they must also work to include the diverse identities and experiences of our community.   
 
Fill out the form on the Community Conversation webpage to share your thoughts on the Priority Health Survey case study, or any of the Community Conversation topics.  The will be found near the bottom of the page in the section titled We Want to Hear From You.   
 
Please click on the webpage link at: https://www.civtech-sa.com/community-conversations/  for the form and more information on the Community Conversations.
 
If you have any questions or need assistance in completing this form, please contact the City of San Antonio’s Disability Access Office at 210.207.7135 or DisabilityAccess@SanAntonio.gov

I HAVE A VOICE
disability advocacy in san antonio

The Service & Leadership Program (SLP) identifies opportunities and provides training for both individuals living with and without disabilities who are interested in advocating and serving the San Antonio community by engaging in volunteerism, service on nonprofit boards, and participation in strategic conversations about the future the San Antonio community.  While there are other opportunities for people with disabilities to learn to advocate for themselves, this program specifically works on providing the tools, resources, and connections for both individuals living with and without disabilities to advocate for the disability community as a whole.

DISABILITYSA MEMBERSHIP
(BE A PARTNER IN OUR MISSION!)

Your membership helps to financially support the programs and services offered by disABILITYsa, helping to fulfill our mission to educate, advance, and engage individuals living with a disability in the San Antonio community by sharing information, creating opportunities and strengthening the organizations that serve them.

INDIVIDUAL MEMBER OPTIONS
Basic Level $60/year ($5/month)
Supporter Level $132/year ($11/month)

NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION MEMBER OPTIONS
Basic Level - $250 
Supporter Level - $500

FOR-PROFIT BUSINESS MEMBER OPTIONS
Basic Level - $500
Supporter Level - $1,000
Sustainer Level - $2,500

A full description of member benefits are available online.

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VOLUNTEER OPS
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to volunteer with us!
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Monday, Feb. 15, 2021
Partner Convening

Tuesday March 2, 2021
Conversation 360°: COVID-19

Saturday, March 6, 2021
Fiesta Especial Coronation

Tuesday, April 6, 2021
Conversation 360°: A Better Earth
Join our Volunteer Facebook Group to stay updated on upcoming opportunities.

UPCOMING EVENTS

October, 2021
AccessAbility fest /
​abilitySTRONG Parade
FEBRUARY 8TH, 2022
We'll be back next year!
See the Calendar for more.
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