We are full!!

We have reached capacity for our Day at the Capitol event, but we are starting a waiting list in case people cancel. Any questions please contact us by phone or email. Thank you to all who registered and we look forward to seeing you on Feb. 14th, 2012!

Registration Available!!!

 
 Tuesday, February 14, 2012
AZ Disability Advocacy Coalition
Action Day at the Capitol & Legislative Training
9:00am – 3:00pm
Where: 2nd floor conference room, Capitol Towers
1700 W. Washington St., Phoenix, AZ 85007
 
- Hear how Arizona Legislators plan to deal with the continuing HUGE budget shortfall.  
- Learn what disability issues AZDAC will be tracking this legislative session.
- Join us to be introduced on the floor of the House and the Senate.
- Observe the Legislature in action.
- Learn how you can testify on bills from anywhere you have internet capabilities through the Legislative electronic system.
- While at the Capitol, register to use the “Request to Speak” system. 
- Box lunch provided. 
 
To register online please go to http://azdacatcapitol.eventbrite.com.  For questions and/or assistance please contact David Carey at davidc@abil.org or call 602-443-0723.  Registration deadline is Tuesday, Feb. 7, 2012! 
 
MUST REGISTER TO ATTEND!!
 
IMPORTANT ELECTION DATES ARE COMING UP! ARE YOU REGISTERED TO VOTE? DO YOU KNOW WHERE TO GO VOTE? Go to www.jvadc.org to learn more!
2012 Important Election Dates:
Presidential Preference Election:
Election Date: February 28, 2012
Voter registration closes: January 30, 2012

Primary Election:
Election Date: August 28, 2012
Voter registration closes: July 30, 2012 at Midnight

General Election:
Election date: November 6, 2012
The Arizona Disability Advocacy Coalition is proud to have the initiative of the Just Vote Arizona Disability Coalition (JVADC). Please visit www.jvadc.org to learn more!
 
Mission of AzDAC

 
The mission of AzDAC is to act as a catalyst to engage individuals with disabilities, their families and organizations that serve them in advocacy efforts that promote public policy which enhances the choice, dignity, rights and responsibilities of people with disabilities. 
 
 
Philosophy/Principles of AzDAC 
 

• All AzDAC member organizations will act jointly, in a unified manner, to provide a strong voice on disability related issues and develop a cohesive strategy to promote legislative action.
• All member organizations must have an over riding mission and philosophy which is one of advocacy and education that promotes the choice, dignity, rights and responsibilities of people with disabilities and their families. 
• All member organizations must share in the commitment of increasing the participation of individuals with disabilities, their families and organizations in the public policy process.
• AzDAC strives to represent the diversity of the disability community in Arizona by welcoming individuals of various ages, ethnicities, genders, religions and disabilities, including physical, mental, psychiatric, sensory and cognitive disabilities.
•  All AzDAC member organizations will strive to become more educated about various disability groups and issues of concern.
•  All AzDAC member organizations will provide support for individuals with disabilities and their families so that they can become active in the public policy arena.