Why does your vote matter? As employees and employers with and without disabilities, voting for candidates who will move policies forward that encourage inclusive hiring is vital. We have the power to elect candidates who will listen to the disability voice and act on behalf of this voice, especially when it comes to improving the state of disability employment in Tennessee. 

Find information on how to register to vote, printable materials to share, policy issues that affect people with disabilities and more. 

Flyers
Download the REV UP Tennessee flyer, in .pdf and .txt formats below, for details on how to register and an election season timeline.

Legislator Thank You Events
Please join us in the following cities to thank these legislators for their work on behalf of Tennesseans with disabilities. 

Knoxville
We will be honoring Lieutenant Governor Randy McNally, Senator Ken Yager, Senator Becky Duncan Massey and Representative Bob Ramsey.

Thursday, July 19th
12:30-1:30 p.m. EDT 

 
At Camp Barnabas, kids with disabilities are celebrated and given opportunities to explore new activities that are accessible to them. Campers are told “yes” when they consider taking on a ropes course, camping trip or archery game that is adapted to their unique abilities. 

So you’ve landed one (or maybe two, three, or four!) interviews after submitting a few job applications. What’s next? 

Preparing for your interview is just as, if not more, important than the actual interview. We know that interviews can be particularly tricky if you have a disability and are concerned about voicing your needs. That’s why we’ve put together this list of tips and tricks to consider when going into your interview. 

  The State of Disability Employment
   

Before 13-year-old Yasmeene Ahmad experienced a traumatic brain injury, she was a “loving, strong, responsible, humble, courageous and friendly girl.” The injury significantly impacted her daily life. 

Yasmeene fell in a school gym one afternoon. Upon waking, she seemed disoriented and began experiencing radiating pain in her head. Christen, Yasmeen’s mother, arrived to pick her up.

Creepy creatures have completely taken over this Halloween meal!
Since you can create a different design for each square, it’s easy to
cater to every diner’s individual preferences.

With these these suggestions from Family Voices of Tennessee, your next breakfast will be a hit.

Happy Eggs
Presentation is key, especially with kids. This is a super easy breakfast, 1 boiled egg cut in half, 1 banana, & your choice of berries. A super cute, easy & very healthy way for your little one to start the day.