Past Advocacy
Who sign the Americans with disabilities act (ADA) into law ?
President George Bush Sr.
When did Neighbors In Action start?
2020
What advocacy event takes place every March in Ohio?
Ohio Legislative Day
Who is the Governor of Ohio?
Mike Dewine
What Adovcacy group in Hamilton County 1998?
Leaders In Action (LIA)
When did Neighbors In Action become independent?
November 2022
Name the organization that fights for a person with DD rights?
Disability Rights Ohio
What is the state capital of Ohio?
Columbus
Who is the first Advocacy Director in Hamilton County DD Services?
John Romer
What is the purpose of NIA?
Advocacy for social independence for people with disabilities in Hamilton County. NIA advocate for change of policy
Name a federally funded DD advocacy council in Ohio?
Ohio DD council
What makes up the Ohio Legislator?
The Senate and the House of Representatives
What Advocacy Movement begin in the mid 1980s?
the movement to move people out of institutions into community settings
Name something NIA does monthly?
We have Indoor/Outside gatherings in the community
How many counties are in Ohio?
88 Counties
What is the term limit of the Governor?
2 4yr terms
When did Ohio DD Council start?
?
How long is a term for a NIA officer?
One year!
What does OOD stand for?
Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities
Who was the previous Governor of Ohio?
John Kasich