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Project

LEND – Legislative Advocacy Workshop

Center:

NM-Center for Development & Disability, UCEDD/LEND

Fiscal Year:

2023

Contact Information:

Sandra Heimerl
[email protected]
505-272-0096

Project Description:

The NM Developmental Disabilities Council (DDC) partners with LEND to offer individuals with disabilities and their families the opportunity to participate in this public policy workshop. The overall goal of the workshop is to increase the capacity of self-advocates, family members, students and stakeholders to participate fully in the New Mexico Legislative process. The content of the seminar focuses on how policies and laws that have a direct effect on New Mexicans with disabilities in all aspects of their life and how individuals can impact the legislative process.

Keyword(s):

legislative advocacy, policymaking

Core Function(s):

Training Trainees, Continuing Education/Community Training

Area of Emphasis

Health-Related Activities, Other - Leadership

Target Audience:

Students/Trainees (long or intermediate trainees), Community Trainees / Short term trainees, Family Members/Caregivers

Unserved or Under-served Populations:

Racial or Ethnic Minorities, Disadvantaged Circumstances, Limited English, Geographic Areas, Reservation, Rural/Remote

Primary Target Audience Geographic Descriptor:

State