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YAI Visits the White House!

By Philip H. Levy, PhD – CEO and President, YAI Network

On Monday, July 26, I had the honor and privilege of joining three YAI self-advocates in representing the YAI Network at a White House celebration of the twentieth anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

Read the full article by Dr. Levy.

 

 

Stories

  • Self-Advocates in the News
    July 27, 2010
    With the 20th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act upon us, the Lower Hudson Journal News visited YAI self-advocates in Mamaroneck to find out more about self-advocacy and how the Americans with Disabilities Act has impacted their lives.
  • Hats Off to NYL Graduates!
    July 13, 2010
    The YAI Network family recently kicked off the summer season by celebrating the graduation of more than 700 children from Early Intervention and Preschool programs at the New York League for Early Learning (NYL), a member of the YAI Network. Congrats, grads, parents and teachers!
  • Thank You for Helping Us Make History with YAI and Broadview Networks Central Park Challenge!
    July 12, 2010
    This year’s 25th Annual Central Park Challenge was our most successful yet! Despite a still-struggling economy, we were still able to surpass our $1.5 million goal and raise more awareness than ever before. Thank you to the thousands of people who helped us reach this milestone: corporate sponsors, family, friends, staff members and caring members of our community.

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  • Every Little Girl's Dream
    July 27, 2010
    Ballet and yoga are activities that typically developing children enjoy. But all too often, children with disabilities do not have the opportunity to participate. The YAI Autism Center and Elahi Yoga have partnered to create a ballet/yoga program for children with special needs. The girls are not only learning skills to improve their balance and coordination, but also making friends and having fun!
  • Fred at YAI
    YAI- Fred Has a Home and a Job
    June 23, 2010
    Fred came to YAI in 2005. Two years later, Fred got a full time job as a messenger through YAI's SWAT program. When not working or going to school, he spends his time giving back to the community through various volunteer work. "Having a disability doesn't mean anything to me. It doesn't stop me from what I want to achieve."
  • Sherri Shepherd Central Park Challenge 2010
    Sherri Shepherd at the Central Park Challenge 2010
    June 8, 2010
    Sherri Shepherd at the Central Park Challenge 2010
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