Kim Knackstedt

Unlock, Unwind, and Unravel: Accessibility and Disability News Unlock, Unwind, and Unravel: Accessibility and Disability News

📰 It is newsletter time! Check out my latest newsletter for a dive into some of the top events from March.

‼️ Plus - check out another big list of job postings. From junior to mid-level to senior postings, browse to find out more.

Enjoy!

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Unlock, Unwind, and Unravel: Accessibility and Disability News Unlock, Unwind, and Unravel: Accessibility and Disability News

📰 Happy end of the month! That means it is newsletter time.

Grab your coffee ☕ or tea 🫖 and take a read.

I also gathered A LOT of job postings from the past month. If you are looking for a job right now, take a look! 🔍
Enjoy!

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Perspectives on Phasing Out Subminimum Wage To help bring more states phase out subminimum wage and to spur change at the federal level, this report recommends how to smooth the transition to competitive integrated employment, fair wages, and w...

The phase-out of the #SubminimumWage is a turning point for workers with disabilities. But the transition can be challenging for them, their families, and their employers.

Here, our team shares perspectives and solutions for this important policy moment.

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Perspectives on Phasing Out Subminimum Wage To help bring more states phase out subminimum wage and to spur change at the federal level, this report recommends how to smooth the transition to competitive integrated employment, fair wages, and w...

ICYDK: It’s still legal to pay individuals with disabilities less than minimum wage. But change is coming!

New America’s latest report showcases those closest to these policy shifts and offers a roadmap for fairer labor practices, everywhere and for all.

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Newsletter In January 2024, I began a monthly newsletter. The newsletter includes musings from me, updates about policy that impacts disability and accessibility, news clips that may be relevant to your work,...

Hi all! Question to those with substack knowledge: I have a newsletter (linked) & thinking of moving to substack.

Pros? Cons? Accessibility concerns? Would keep free.

Welcome all thoughts!

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Accessibility Is Taking a Hit Across the Sciences (Gift Article) Confusion has ensued about the future of programs and research supporting people with disabilities as a result of President Trump’s executive order.

Thanks to Katrina Miller at the NYT for this fantastic piece. Shout out to @bonnieswenor.bsky.social for excellent quotes.

Take a read. Scary moment and what is ahead for disability and research.

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Take a look. It is shocking, not surprising. But, the ironic part is the EO suggests a “focus” on making America healthy with multi-agency effort yet they are firing staff … so this is just harmful, devastating messaging.

Watch: Confirmation hearing for Linda McMahon, Trump's education secretary pick McMahon's confirmation proceedings are likely to focus on how she would handle President Trump's plans to dissolve the U.S. Education Department.

WATCH: McMahon's confirmation proceedings are likely to focus on how she would handle President Trump's plans to dissolve the U.S. Education Department.

The Female Power Project Three magnet designs in the perSISTERS series If women aren’t perceived to be within the structure of power, isn’t it power itself we need to redefine? – Mary Beard, Women and Power, A Manifesto Re…

Having mobility aids in the camera view are great if that is part of your story. During my infusions you’ll see my med stuff in the background. I’m such a fan of posters from small biz like this one: www.ledablack.com/the-female-p.... Great for making your space look fun and spicy 🌶️.

Good question! Try to find a dedicated wall even. Hang that degree! Maybe get a plant (Trader Joe’s has inexpensive ones!) I stack books that are meaningful & about the DisCo. Old school but a small ring light brightens you up. You don’t need a lot of space - intentional items make a difference.

Really enjoyed working with @matthewcort.land to put together this webinar. Reach out if you have questions and hope it helps!! Thanks to those that had GREAT questions and tuned in.

I've met with many cabinet nominees across many admins, and my meeting with RFK Jr. was by far the most troubling.

He rattled off debunked conspiracy theories & lied to my face—denying his own statements he'd made on record. We cannot confirm an anti-vaxxer as Secretary of Health.

a woman is talking to another woman and saying `` i have a fifth sense . '' Alt: From mean girls, Karen (blonde girl) is talking to another girl and saying ``I have a fifth sense .''

For those with migraines as winter storms roll in ... anyone else relate?!

Home | The U.S. Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor & Pensions The U.S. Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor & Pensions

What I'm watching this week: HELP comm noms for DOL (2/12) and ED (2/13). Let's see solid questions, pushing for real answers, & confronting issues for students & workers. Accessibility is good for business & SWD have a RIGHT to an equitable education. Let's talk about it.
www.help.senate.gov

You are not powerless, and he is not unstoppable. Look at, and learn from, the funding freeze and how quickly he was forced to surrender.