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Center for Independence of the Disabled, New York (CIDNY) @cidnyinc.bsky.social · 6d

We recently joined the Advocating for Justice show on @WBAI, hosted by Arthur Schwartz (CIDNY's general counsel). Featuring guests from @nylpi.bsky.social, @nyccomptroller.bsky.social, @nyclu.org, 504 Democratic Club, www.disabilityhistorynyc.com, & more.

Listen here: www.wbai.org/archive/prog...

WBAI Radio Archives

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Center for Independence of the Disabled, New York (CIDNY) @cidnyinc.bsky.social · 7d

CIDNY's October 2025 newsletter is out now! Read it here: www.cidny.org/cidny-quick-...

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CIDNY Quick Takes Newsletter

To subscribe to our newsletter, action alerts, and other updates, ADD YOUR EMAIL HERE. 2025 September 2025 - (LARGE FONT VERSION) August 2025 - (LARGE FONT VERSION) July 2025 - (LARGE FONT VERSION)...

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Center for Independence of the Disabled, New York (CIDNY) @cidnyinc.bsky.social · 7d

For those interested in participating in the 2025 Disability Pride Parade, CIDNY will he hosting two outreach sessions. One on 10/6 and another on 10/7. Online options are available for both.

To register for one of the outreach events, please complete this form: forms.cloud.microsoft/r/wGL443XNiP

Center for Independence of the Disabled, New York (CIDNY) @cidnyinc.bsky.social · 8d

Join us for CIDNY’s next Consumer Action Network (CAN) advocacy meeting on 10/15 for #NDEAM. We’ll be joined by guests including NYS Senator Jessica Ramos, Councilmember Carmen De La Rosa, Assemblymember Phil Steck, and NYS Senator Patricia Fahy. Be sure to RSVP!

RSVP: www.tinyurl.com/CIDNY4All

Center for Independence of the Disabled, New York (CIDNY) @cidnyinc.bsky.social · 9d

Tonight (Sept. 29) there is an in-person screening and Q&A of the documentary short All Riders, about accessibility in the NYC subway system. For information or to RSVP, visit: positiveexposure.org/event/allrid...

If you can’t make it, you can watch the documentary here: www.pbs.org/pov/films/al...

Film Screening: All Riders - Positive Exposure

All Riders The battle for accessibility in the New York [...]

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Center for Independence of the Disabled, New York (CIDNY) @cidnyinc.bsky.social · 13d

This Friday, 9/26, we’ll be joining advocates at 9 a.m. for a rally at City Hall Steps in support of calling on the City to use 988 as a dispatch system for the B-HEARD program! Join us and/or spread the word!

RSVP: bit.ly/CCIT926Rally

Center for Independence of the Disabled, New York (CIDNY) @cidnyinc.bsky.social · 15d

NYC poll site survey volunteers needed for October 25, 2025 through November 4, 2025!

If you are interested, please fill out this form: forms.cloud.microsoft/r/ZRfHDERQKF

Microsoft Forms

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Center for Independence of the Disabled, New York (CIDNY) @cidnyinc.bsky.social · 20d

Join us on Monday, September 22, for The Road to Better Busing Rally in front of City Hall steps. Let's make sure that these children can get to and from school and related activities safely and with all their needs met.

RSVP:

The Road to Better Busing: Rally Sign Up

Please join parents, educators, and advocates to demand better busing for NYC students! We are urging the City not to extend the current, outdated school bus contracts for more than one year. The…

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Center for Independence of the Disabled, New York (CIDNY) @cidnyinc.bsky.social · 21d

Join us on 9/18 for an information webinar: 17A Guardianships for Individuals with Developmental/Intellectual Disabilities.

Register at us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

Center for Independence of the Disabled, New York (CIDNY) @cidnyinc.bsky.social · 21d

Today at noon is a PREVENTABLE dementia study informational webinar.

You can register to join/get more information at bit.ly/PREVENTABLE_...

Photo by Center for Independence of the Disabled, NY (CIDNY) on September 15, 2025. May be an image of 4 people, heart, magazine, poster and text that says 'Help Future Generations Understand if taking a statin can help older adults live well for longer by preventing dementia, disability, or heart disease. Join the PREVENTABLE Study Webinar September 17, 2025 12 PM EST સયયા4 0066 Register now: bit.ly/PREVENTABLE_CIDNY

Center for Independence of the Disabled, New York (CIDNY) @cidnyinc.bsky.social · 22d

We are happy to announce two award honorees for CIDNY's gala on 10/27.

Brad Lander, New York City Comptroller: Disability Justice Advocacy Award.

Mike Schweinsburg, President of the 504 Democratic: Lifetime Achievement Award in Disability Justice.

Get your tickets at www.cidny.org/cidny2025gala/

CIDNY Gala 2025

Celebrating Advocacy: Yesterday, Today, Tomorrow. Join us for CIDNY's Second Annual Gala, Celebrating Advocacy: Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow, on Monday, October 27, 2025 to celebrate the powerful im...

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Center for Independence of the Disabled, New York (CIDNY) @cidnyinc.bsky.social · 22d

Today is #NationalVoterRegistrationDay.

Check your voter registration here: voterlookup.elections.ny.gov

If you need help registering to vote, let us know at [email protected] and we'll do what we can to help!

Voter Search Screen for VoterLookUp

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Center for Independence of the Disabled, New York (CIDNY) @cidnyinc.bsky.social · 26d

The Mayor's Office for People with Disabilities & Housing Preservation & Development are hosting a Deaf Town Hall on Housing Connect, where you can find and apply for affordable rentals and homeownership opportunities. This will be on 9/24 at 6pm.

Register here: www.zoomgov.com/webinar/regi...

Webinar Registration - Zoom

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Center for Independence of the Disabled, New York (CIDNY) @cidnyinc.bsky.social · 28d

This week CIDNY’s executive director, Dr. Sharon McLennon Wier joined @aapdofficial and other advocates in Washington D.C. and at the Capitol to advocate for people with disabilities.

#AAPDDisabilityPowerOnTheHill #NothingAboutUsWithoutUs #DisabilityVotingRightsWeek

CIDNY's Dr. Sharon McLennon Wier, holding a white cane, standing in front of the Capitol building in Washington D.C.

CIDNY's Dr. Sharon McLennon Wier, holding a white cane, standing in front of a House of Representatives banner.

CIDNY's Dr. Sharon McLennon Wier, holding a white cane, standing in front of a sign honoring John Lewis.

Center for Independence of the Disabled, New York (CIDNY) @cidnyinc.bsky.social · 28d

This link should work: civicdesign.ethn.io/148041

Center for Independence of the Disabled, New York (CIDNY) @cidnyinc.bsky.social · 28d

Thanks for letting us know! We'll see if we can get an updated link from their team.

Center for Independence of the Disabled, New York (CIDNY) @cidnyinc.bsky.social · 28d

CIDNY's next Consumer Action Network (CAN) meeting is in one week! Join us for a discussion on Public Matching Funds for Campaigns and related information.

What: CIDNY CAN Meeting
When: Wednesday, September 17, 2025, 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Where: Online via Zoom
RSVP: tinyurl.com/CIDNY4All

Microsoft Forms

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Center for Independence of the Disabled, New York (CIDNY) @cidnyinc.bsky.social · 28d

Rutgers University and the Center for Civic Design are seeking participants for a study on voting with a disability, to help make voting more accessible. For more information on the study, please visit:
civicdesign.ethn.io/146229

Epic Participant Management Software

User Research Management CRM: Recruit users for research, scheduling sessions, and paying participants effortlessly. Made for product and research teams to help them boost continuous discovery.

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Center for Independence of the Disabled, New York (CIDNY) @cidnyinc.bsky.social · Sep 4

Join us for a Mayoral Town Hall on Thursday, September 25, at 5 p.m. for a discussion on accessibility and inclusion for people with disabilities throughout the five boroughs of NYC. You can join us in person or online over Zoom.

Please RSVP in advance at forms.office.com/r/UDBac3EHtN

What: Mayoral Town Hall
When: September, 25, 2025 from 5pm to 7pm
Where: 1199 Headquarters, 498 7th Ave. New York, NY 10018 and online via Zoom.

Center for Independence of the Disabled, New York (CIDNY) @cidnyinc.bsky.social · Sep 4

CIDNY's September 2025 newsletter is out now! Read it here: www.cidny.org/cidny-quick-...

Not on the email list? Sign up here and never miss an update, event, or announcement: forms.office.com/r/5FCJP8Auiv

CIDNY Quick Takes Newsletter

To subscribe to our newsletter, action alerts, and other updates, ADD YOUR EMAIL HERE. 2025 September 2025 - (LARGE FONT VERSION) August 2025 - (LARGE FONT VERSION) July 2025 - (LARGE FONT VERSION)...

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Center for Independence of the Disabled, New York (CIDNY) @cidnyinc.bsky.social · Sep 3

Please join our September Consumer Action Network (CAN) meeting on 9/17 for a discussion on Public Matching Funds for Campaigns.

What: CIDNY CAN Meeting
When: Wednesday, September 17, 2025, 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
Where: Online via Zoom
RSVP: www.tinyurl.com/CIDNY4All

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Center for Independence of the Disabled, New York (CIDNY) @cidnyinc.bsky.social · Sep 3

Looking for a job? Want to make a difference?
Check out our open positions.

www.cidny.org/jobs/

Employment at CIDNY!

Are you interested in working at an organization led by and for people with disabilities? Do you want to help reduce barriers for people with disabilities and fight for our civil rights? If so, CIDNY ...

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Center for Independence of the Disabled, New York (CIDNY) @cidnyinc.bsky.social · Aug 30

Perhaps our ICAN team can help (www.cidny.org/ican/ - 844-614-8800). We'll take a look into this!

Independent Consumer Advocacy Network

ICAN is the New York State Ombudsprogram for people with Medicaid who need long term care services. CIDNY is part of the ICAN network and the exclusive agency for FIDA-IDD. We help New Yorkers with en...

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Center for Independence of the Disabled, New York (CIDNY) @cidnyinc.bsky.social · Aug 29

A casting call from our friends at PAC NYC!

A Christmas Carol open submission casting call for the role of Tiny Tim. Seeking child performers with disabilities for the role of Tiny Tim in the upcoming productions of A Christmas Carol at the Perelman Performing Arts Center (PAC NYC). Tiny Tim (Male or Female, 7-12 years old): Seeking child performers with any disability. No prior experience required. 4’6” and under. Production Dates: October 14, 2025 – January 11, 2026. Auditions will be held in August/September 2025. To submit, please send an email with the child’s full name, date of birth, where you are based, a recent picture and resume or bio, and any accommodations needed to ensure a successful audition to: tinytimcasting@gmail.com.

Center for Independence of the Disabled, New York (CIDNY) @cidnyinc.bsky.social · Aug 28

TDF's Accessibility Program (TAP) is a free membership for individuals with mobility disabilities.

Register for an account at bit.ly/3UQG30r and email [email protected] with any questions.

Open Caption shows: Buena Vista Social Club (OC)
Thurs. September 25, 7 PM
Schoenfeld Theatre

Harry Potter and the Cursed Child (OC)
Wed. October 1, 7 PM
Lyric Theatre

The Other Americans (OC)
Sat. October 11, 1:30 PM
The Public Theater

Oh Happy Day (OC)
Sat. October 25, 1 PM
The Public Theater

Mamma Mia! (OC)
Thurs. October 30, 7 PM
Winter Garden Theatre

Punch (OC)
Sat. November 1, 2 PM
Samuel J. Friedman Theatre

Did You Eat? (OC)
Sun, November 2, 7 PM
The Public Theater

Queens (OC)
Sat. November 15, 2 PM
City Center Stage I

Ragtime (OC)
Wed. November 19, 8 PM
Vivian Beaumont Theater

The Seat of Our Pants (OC)
Sat. November 22, 1 PM
The Public Theater

Initiative (OC)
Sun. November 23, 1 PM
The Public Theater

Meet the Cartozians (OC)
Sun. November 30, 2 PM
Signature Theater at Pershing Square

Audio Description shows: The Other Americans (AD)
Sat. October 4, 1:30 PM
The Public Theater

Oh Happy Day (AD)
Sat. October 18, 1 PM
The Public Theater

Did You Eat? (AD)
Sun. November 2, 7 PM
The Public Theater

The Seat of Our Pants (AD)
Sat. November 15, 1 PM
The Public Theater

Initiative (AD)
Sat. November 22, 1 PM
The Public Theater

Meet the Cartozians (AD)
Sun. November 23, 2 PM
Signature Theater at Pershing Square

Queens (AD)
Sat. November 29, 2 PM
City Center Stage I

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