TASH

TASH is a coalition of researchers, educators, self-advocates & many more working for a world where people with disabilities are able to participate in all aspects of life. Learn about our mission, member benefits and how to join at tash.org/join/ #TASHis4Everyone

Illinois has enacted the Dignity in Pay Act, phasing out subminimum wages for workers with disabilities by 2029 and moving away from federal 14(c) exemptions. What could this shift mean for employment equity nationwide? axios.com/local/chicago/… #DisabilityPolicy #TASH #14c

Save the Date: 2026 TASH Conference December 3–5, 2026 | Philadelphia, PA Researchers, advocates, families, and people with disabilities come together to share knowledge and strengthen inclusive communities. Register: tash.org/2026TASHConf #2026TASHConf #DisabilityAdvocacy

It includes a remembrance of Rud Turnbull, research articles on trauma-informed approaches to challenging behavior, on-the-job supports and cultural influences on parental advocacy and a review essay on peer interaction of children who use AAC.

The March 2026 (vol. 51, no. 1) issue of Research and Practice for Persons with Severe Disabilities is now available online and a print edition will be hitting the mailbox of applicable member types! tash.org/research-and-p…

The three episodes will be: * March 4: Advocacy: They have it, you want it, now what? * March 11: The Stress of Caring for a Child with a Disability: Strategies for Stress Reduction * March 18: When I’m Gone, Then What?

Join us for TASH’s three-part Parents and Families Workshop Series, facilitated by Gary Shulman, MS. Ed. tash.org/event/parents-… This interactive series creates space to learn practical strategies while connecting with other families navigating similar journeys.

TASH's February Washington Update includes information on program and research funding changes, the Senate hearing with National Institutes of Health Director Jay Bhattacharya, civil rights enforcement concerns, new legislation and an Advocacy Action. tash.org/washington-upd…

If you missed the January 2026 TASH in Action newsletter in your e-mail inbox, you can read it on the TASH blog here: tash.org/tash-in-action…

.@newamerica.org 's Feb 4 online panel will consider recent HHS decisions that shift the burden of risk onto the individual. Advocates and policy experts will explore how we can protect the future of care and autonomy in the current political climate. newamerica.org/education-poli…

Reminder that TASH's Editorial Search Committee is in search of an Editor for our practitioner journal, Inclusive Practices. The search continues until March 15, 2026. Read the position description, qualifications and application instructions here: tash.org/call-for-nomin…

The January 2026 Washington Update includes the NEA/TASH Capitol Hill IDEA briefing, the federal budget, the Affordable Care Act, a GAO healthcare report, ABLE Accounts, bills to watch & a new toolkit on Medicaid work requirements from The Arc. tash.org/washington-upd…

The 2026 TASH Conference call for proposals is open now through May 12, 2026. For instructions and submission forms, visit our Conference website at tash.org/2026TASHConf #2026TASHConf

It is with great sadness that TASH has learned of the passing of Mathew McCollough on Sunday. Mat was a conscientious and energetic advocate for the rights of people with disabilities in D.C. and throughout the nation. Read TASH's statement here: tash.org/mathew-mccollo…

TASH's Editorial Search Committee is accepting applications from scholars interested in serving a 3-year term as the Editor of Inclusive Practices. The search closes March 15. For qualifications & application instructions, read the Call for Nominations: tash.org/call-for-nomin…

Two Days Left to Save 20% on Membership! TASH is offering a 20% discount on new memberships through Friday, January 2, 2026 when you use discount code TASHflash25 at checkout. Read about the benefits of membership and sign up at tash.org/join/

Make a contribution to TASH’s next 50 years advocating equity, opportunity & inclusion for people with disabilities! Read our year-end appeal letter from our Executive Director & Board President here: tash.org/make-a-contrib… and make a donation here: tash.org/donate

The TASH Board of Directors recently approved revisions to our Position Statement with Policy Recommendations on Inclusive Education. You can read the statement or download a plain language summary here: tash.org/tash-position-…

If you missed the letter from one of our founders, Wayne Sailor, on the occasion of our 50th year anniversary annual Conference, you can read it here: tash.org/wp-content/upl… #2025TASHConf

If you are traveling to Denver to attend the 2025 TASH Conference this week, be sure to read through our Know-Before-You-Go message to plan for your experience. tash.org/2025-tash-conf… #2025TASHConf

Registration for the 2025 TASH Conference is open through the beginning of the Conference & includes on-site registration: tash.org/2025TASHConf Additionally, the hotel discount remains available for attendees still needing to book a room: 2025tashconference.sched.com/info #2025TASHConf