Message from TASH Leadership

Since 1975, TASH has been at the forefront of the movement to advance inclusion in schools, workplaces and communities for individuals with disabilities, especially those with the most significant support needs. As we celebrate our 50^th Anniversary, we honor our past and embrace the challenge of the future as we continue to support evidence-based policies and practices that enable all people with disabilities to have the opportunities to fulfill their potential and be included. Inclusion is a fundamental value that we will continue to fight for.

We are living in unprecedented times with upheavals in our economy and federal government that impact the day-to-day lives of people with disabilities, family members, direct support professionals and frankly everyone to some extent. As an organization, TASH is impacted when federal programs are paused or ended.

With all of this in mind, we ask you to consider making a Fiscal Year End (by June 30) donation to TASH to help us continue our core work, which includes supporting and disseminating research that translates to best practices, advocating for policies and programs that benefit people with disabilities, and providing virtual and in-person opportunities for members and allies to learn from one another.

TASH and our members make a difference through our journals, RPSD and Inclusive Practices, our advocacy work in Washington, DC and across the country, and through our educational events including a webinar series, the Disability Law symposium, and of course our annual TASH Conference.

Your donation will help us move forward in the upcoming Fiscal Year to remain a strong voice for policies and practices that improve lives and strengthen communities. We thank all our loyal members and allies for your generous support.

With appreciation,

Jean Gonsier-Gerdin President	Deborah Taub President-Elect	Michael Brogioli Executive Director

TASH News

Early-Bird Registration is Now Open

Early-bird registration is now open for the 2025 TASH Conference! It’s never too early to start making plans to join us at the Hyatt Regency Denver, in Denver, Colorado, on December 4 – 6, 2025! This year’s Conference theme is Scaling New Heights! Early-bird rates are available through Monday, September 15, 2025. For more information or to register, click here.

TASH’s 9th annual Outstanding Leadership in Disability Law Symposium and Award Celebration will be Tuesday, September 9, 2025 at the American University Washington College of Law in Washington, DC. The complete schedule of sessions and speakers, registration and sponsorship is available on the TASH website. The event consists of a half-day legal symposium on “Powering the Future of Disability Law and Policy Leadership Nationally, Locally and Abroad”, followed by an award celebration honoring Senator Bob Casey for his exceptional leadership in disability law, and featuring Alison Barkoff as keynote speaker. Continuing Legal Education credits will be available.

Six New Episodes Added to
TASH’s 2025 Webinar Series

TASH is excited to announce six new episodes in our 2025 Webinar Series, bringing the complete series to 16 episodes. New episodes cover financial planning, Universal Design for Learning, self-advocacy, customized employment, behavioral health, transition to higher education and person-centered planning. The next episode will be “I Scream You Scream We All Scream: Coaching Inclusive Education”, presented by Felicia Rutledge. Learn more and register here. If you have missed the series so far, you can watch past episodes as recordings on TASH’s YouTube channel.

TASH Policy Advocacy

On May 22nd, the House of Representatives passed the “Big Beautiful Bill Act” — and with it, devastating cuts to Medicaid totaling over $800 billion. If it becomes law, the bill will result in the largest cut to Medicaid in history, with over 13 million people losing their healthcare. The bill now moves to the Senate. This is an opportunity to make your voice heard. Several Republican Senators have already expressed their deep reservations about cuts to Medicaid. Contact your Senators and tell them: Don’t cut Medicaid. You can reach your Senate offices by calling the Capitol switchboard at (202) 224-3121, to be transferred directly to their office.

Additional TASH Advocacy Actions for May

• Read the May issue of Washington Update.
• Read TASH’s Position Statement in Support of Research to Benefit Individuals with Disabilities.
• You can find contact information for your Members of Congress, as well as other advocacy resources at TASH’s Advocacy Tools & Resources page.

Cal-TASH Keep the Promise Rally in Sacramento

CalTASH was one of the sponsors of the Keep the Promise Rally in Sacramento on Thursday, May 22nd. CalTASH board members Jodie Agnew-Navarro, Kathy Gee and Jean Gonsier-Gerdin, as well as Jodie’s husband and son, Jose and Nico attended.

Membership Tuesday

Are you a new member looking for an orientation to TASH? Are you not a member, but are considering it and want to learn more? Do you need help finding something on the website, or do you need technical support renewing your membership? Do you have some feedback you want to communicate to the TASH staff? Or do you just want to put faces to the e-mails? Join us 2:00 PM Eastern, Tuesday, June 24, 2025 for Membership Tuesday, a brief virtual meetup where you can ask us your questions. Registration is not required: just click the Zoom link to join.

Community News

North Carolina’s 9^th Annual Inclusion Summit
June 12-13, University of North Carolina – Charlotte

The North Carolina Annual Inclusion Summit is a conference dedicated to fostering dialogue and collaboration among presenters and attendees regarding inclusive practices across the lifespan. Complete details and registration are available here.

Watch The Ride Ahead on PBS

The Ride Ahead premieres on PBS on July 21, 2025 at 10:00 PM (check your local listings) and will be available to stream for free on the PBS app and POV website through September. The Ride Ahead will be presented as part of American Documentary’s multi-award-winning POV – America’s longest-running nonfiction series.

Employment Opportunities

Seeking a Values-Based Employee or Employer?
Post Your Job or Resume on TASH’s New Career Center

TASH has expanded our career offerings with our new full-blown Career Center. When you post your resume as a TASH member, you will be listed higher in search results and e-mails to employers. Job postings start at $199 for a 30-day advertisement for TASH members and $249 for non-members. Join TASH today to make your next career move.

Upcoming Events

Thank You to Our Donors!

We would like to thank everyone who donated to TASH in May 2025. We are grateful to all of our supporters who help us achieve equity, opportunity, and inclusion for people with disabilities. Thank you!

TASH advances equity, opportunity and inclusion for people with disabilities, with a focus on those with the most significant support needs, in the areas of education, employment and community living through advocacy, research and practice. More information about TASH can be found at www.tash.org.

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