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man wearing glasses and a light pink shirt with a fish pattern is smiling warmly at the camera. He is wearing a lanyard from an event named 'The Family Cafe', suggesting he is attending a conference or gathering related to family support or community services.

man wearing glasses and a light pink shirt with a fish pattern is smiling warmly at the camera. He is wearing a lanyard from an event named 'The Family Cafe', suggesting he is attending a conference or gathering related to family support or community services.

Self-Advocacy Leads Hahr into Tech Journalism Fellowship

Former FL SAND Fellow and FSACentral Blogger Jason Hahr was awarded an international tech journalism fellowship.

Michelle Zeman

5 days ago2 min read

FL SAND Fellows visit a legislator or legislative aide at the state capitol.

FL SAND Fellows visit a legislator or legislative aide at the state capitol.

Disability Advocacy is Important for Key Bills and Budget in 2026

Learn how to keep up with disability issues in the Florida legislative session that runs January 13-March 13.

Chatequa Pinkston

Feb 53 min read

Details on Florida DD Day 2026

Each year, multiple disability organizations and self-advocates in Florida participate in DD Day at the state capitol in Tallahassee. DD Day is February 10, 2026.

Amanda Ranochak

Jan 153 min read

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