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Please note: ILRU is pleased to post these announcements as a service to independent living centers, state independent living councils and other disability-related organizations. We assume no responsibility for the accuracy or content of any announcement submitted to us for posting. Please refer all questions to the respective organizations.

• The latest issue of the Proyecto Visión newsletter is now available online at http://www.proyectovision.net/english/news/index.html
• Accessible Expressions Ohio 2009 - Empowering People with Disabilities, Creatively and Inclusively, Through the Arts - is now acceptiving entries. Sponsored byVSA arts of Ohio
• The National Council on Disability (NCD) will hear presentations and discuss homeland security and emergency preparedness issues for people with disabilities on Monday, October 6, 2008, from 10:30 a.m. until noon, at the Hyatt Regency Crown Center, 2345 McGee Street, Kansas City, Missouri. More information - posted 9/23/08
• Scholarships for Participants with Disabilities: National Conference on Disability Inclusion and National Service. October 16-18, 2008, Alexandria, VA. For further information or to register on-line, go to: www.serviceandinclusion.org. You may also contact NSIP at 1-888-491-0326 (voice/TTY) or NSIP@UMB.EDU with any questions. posted 9/23/08
• First Ever ASL Video Podcast from the Disability Law Lowdown - posted 8/28/08
• "Surpassing Expectations: My Life without Sight" is a memoir by Lawrence Scadden. The author describes the activities that brought him international acclaim as a scientist, policymaker, and advocate for people with disabilities. More information is available at http://LawrenceScadden.com - posted 8/28/08
• The Easter Seals Equipment Loan program has been depleted by assisting flood victims and has people on waiting lists. They are in need of equipment such as scooters, wheelchairs, shower chairs, toilet risers, etc. More information is contained on their flyer. - posted 7/9/08