Disability Rights Connecticut

The Ride Ahead, by Samuel and Dan Habib, follows Samuel's journey through dating, college, and moving out as someone with a disability. It won an Emmy® for "Outstanding Social Issue." Watch: https://www.rideaheadfilm.com/watchpbs

As some states move to reduce screentime in schools, it is important to consider how students with disabilities might be negatively impacted by these polices.
https://www.ctpublic.org/2026-06-04/screens-are-leaving-schools-fast-though-some-students-with-disabilities-rely-on-them

Explore outdoor activities and programs in Massachusetts!
https://www.wwlp.com/news/local-news/massachusetts-state-parks-offer-accessible-recreation-opportunities-for-summer/
https://www.mass.gov/orgs/universal-access-program

Saturday, June 13th, 2026, is Community Day at Harkness Park! Celebrate the IDD community with music, activities, and more. RSVP here: https://portal.ct.gov/dds/news-and-updates/commissioners-corner?language=en_US

https://www.facebook.com/CTDDS/posts/join-us-on-saturday-june-13-2026-for-community-day-at-harkness-parkthis-years-ev/1304200688529697/

CT DEEP is now taking bookings for all-terrain wheelchair rentals at select state parks. For more information, visit the link below: https://portal.ct.gov/deep/news-releases/news-releases---2026/deep-now-accepting-all-terrain-wheelchair-reservations-for-seasonal-use-starting-on-june-6

The Walk 4 Hearing is this Sunday, June 7th. Don't miss it!

REMINDER:
Come to join us on Walk Day this Sunday, June 7th or Donate to CAD in any amount.

So, let’s go the distance together!
I’m grateful for any support you can give.
It all makes a difference.

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FLYER DESCRIPTION:

CAD Invites you to the Walk-a-Thon

(clipart of colorful flag banner, sun, stars and walking people)

WHEN: Sunday, June 7, 2026

Help us raise the funds for essential program and services.

Join us for our CAD Walk-a-Thon at CT Walk4Hearing

SCHEDULE:
Check in at Registration – 9 a.m.
Stage Presentation – 10:00 a.m.
Walk Starts – 10:15 a.m.

LOCATION:
Dunkin' Park
1214 Main St.
Hartford, CT 06103

CAD TEAM CAPTAIN: Barbara Morris

LINK: https://www.walk4hearing.org/participants/Barbara-Morris-2026

Please contact the CAD for more information at: [email protected]

Celebrate World Environment Day today with the UN's Dance Challenge! You can also celebrate this weekend with CT Trails Day by joining an event or choosing your own path!

https://www.worldenvironmentday.global/2026/about/2026-campaign
https://trailsday.org/?type=accessible

June 1-7 is National CPR and AED Awareness Week. Learn how CPR and AEDs save lives: https://cpr.heart.org/en/training-programs/cpr-and-aed-awareness/cpr-and-aed-awareness-week

World Bicycle Day is a UN holiday that celebrates bicycles as a sustainable means of transportation. Ga***rd Hospital Sports Association provides access to adaptive bicycling and an array of other activities so that all can celebrate! https://sportsassociation.gaylord.org/

Celebrating Native American Voting Rights through highlighting barriers and resources to enhance voter participation in Connecticut.

To learn more:https://vote.narf.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/narf-voter-rights-flyer.pdfhttps://www.eac.gov/sites/default/files/202111/Native_Americans_and_Disability_Access.pdf
https://portal.ct.gov/SOTS/Election-Services/Accessible-Voting