uodsp: FW: A Renewed Resolve in the Near Year

[Heidi von Ravensberg]

From: Susan Sygall at Mobility International USA [mailto:sygall=miusa.org at mail89.sea31.mcsv.net] On Behalf Of Susan Sygall at Mobility International USA
Sent: Thursday, January 25, 2018 9:17 AM
To: Heidi von Ravensberg
Subject: A Renewed Resolve in the Near Year

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January 2018
From the CEO
Sometimes change takes a long time. It reminds me of an ocean wave slowly reaching its peak and then thundering down to the shore.

I'm not a patient person when it comes to implementing change to advance the rights of person with disabilities. But recently I am experiencing a new sense of camaraderie among leaders in the international development field. Many are demonstrating their commitment to inclusive development by joining MIUSA's latest initiative, Excellence in Development and Disability Inclusion (EDDI).

EDDI will enable MIUSA to utilize the power of our networks, connecting international development leaders with MIUSA alumni in over 135 countries and other disability rights leaders globally.

I believe a new wave of activism has finally arrived, and I'm excited to see who's riding it.

Susan Sygall
CEO, Mobility International





MIUSA Updates




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Where are the Disabled Women in Foreign Policy? An Interview with Susan Sygall<https://list-manage.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=d39e81314218b930d5315426a&id=0b5c5c5522&e=37466117e1>
"It's important to encourage girls and young women with disabilities to think about going into foreign policy. It's not until more disabled women are in those high-level leadership positions that we will actually see some real change."

MIUSA CEO Susan Sygall hopes that sharing her own global experiences - from studying and hitch-hiking in her wheelchair to co-founding a non-profit advancing global disability leadership - will show what's possible. Read her interview with Women in Foreign Policy to understand her vision for furthering disabled women's leadership and agency. Read the full article.<https://list-manage.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=d39e81314218b930d5315426a&id=9fcd48d157&e=37466117e1>



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MIUSA Welcomes Inaugural EDDI Members<https://list-manage.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=d39e81314218b930d5315426a&id=5241e46764&e=37466117e1>
The community of international development NGOs are bolstering their commitments to disability access and inclusion in their work around the world. MIUSA is thrilled to welcome the following organizations as 2018 members of Excellence in Development & Disability Inclusion (EDDI):

  *   ADRA International
  *   CORE Group
  *   International Youth Foundation
  *   Project Concern International
  *   Oxfam America
  *   Save the Children
  *   Solidarity Center
  *   Trickle Up
  *   Women Thrive Alliance
  *   World Learning
Over the course of the year, MIUSA will work with these members to identify and reach goals for enhancing their inclusion efforts. Learn more about EDDI and how to join.<https://list-manage.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=d39e81314218b930d5315426a&id=599c31beb8&e=37466117e1>



WILD in Asia - Last Call for Applications<https://list-manage.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=d39e81314218b930d5315426a&id=25bc1e557d&e=37466117e1>
With two weeks left to apply, MIUSA invites women with disabilities from China, India, Nepal and Sri Lanka to submit their applications for the regional Women's Institute on Leadership and Disability program. Please share widely to ensure women with disabilities in these countries have the opportunity to apply for this unique and life-changing program. Applications available in English and Chinese. Deadline to apply: February 5th, 2018. Find out if you're eligible and apply now<https://list-manage.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=d39e81314218b930d5315426a&id=7d86fd1d90&e=37466117e1>.




Eventful Season for Youth Exchanges<https://list-manage.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=d39e81314218b930d5315426a&id=6c6c700968&e=37466117e1>
This month we traveled to NYC to host a one-day orientation for a high-school semester exchange student from Malaysia who is blind. The student learned about U.S. disability culture and rights, visited a non-profit community center, and had a "touch tour" of the Intrepid Museum. Over the next two months we’ll present during not one, not two, but three Civic Education Weeks in Washington DC! We’re also developing tip sheets and stories to put on the “youngest” section of our website devoted to US Department of State youth exchanges. Explore the new Youth Exchange page here.<https://list-manage.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=d39e81314218b930d5315426a&id=aeaf515c77&e=37466117e1>




Coalition for Legal Reform in Armenia<https://list-manage.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=d39e81314218b930d5315426a&id=7429de275a&e=37466117e1>
Building on the success of the RightsNow! Project, MIUSA once again joins forces with MIUSA alumni in Armenia on a project to spur legal reform. Karine Grigoryan, MIUSA alumna and Executive Director of the Armenia-based AGATE Defense Center for Women with Disabilities, says that there is great momentum to drive the project forward.

“For the first time, human rights leaders from all over Armenia have joined together in the Coalition for Inclusive Legal Reforms to advocate for the adoption of the human rights based disability law. I do believe that during this year all of us will be able to celebrate the achievement of our goal.” Read about MIUSA's role.<https://list-manage.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=d39e81314218b930d5315426a&id=907af750a6&e=37466117e1>




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"I came away from this event with a newfound perspective on what leadership by women can achieve.” - Visitor attending Brilliant and Resilient exhibit event

Enhance your next event or conference by hosting MIUSA's Brilliant and Resilient: Celebrating the Power of Disabled Women Activists. The exhibit, which has traveled around the world and heads to Sri Lanka this May, would make an especially powerful statement for events related to International Women's Day (March 8), the United Nations Commission on the Status of Women, and more. Available in English and Spanish and accessible formats. Learn more about hosting the exhibit.<https://list-manage.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=d39e81314218b930d5315426a&id=ccb6753e48&e=37466117e1>



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Alumni Spotlight: Tijani Bukari<https://list-manage.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=d39e81314218b930d5315426a&id=d86109c124&e=37466117e1>
A strong sense of curiosity about the world led Tijani Bukari, a Deaf student from Ghana, to participate in the Kennedy-Lugar Youth Exchange and Study (YES) program sponsored by the U.S. Department of State. As part of the program, Tijani joined other YES students who are Deaf or have disabilities for a MIUSA workshop that addressed topics such as disability rights, self-advocacy, and community service. “Studying in the United States was a wonderful opportunity for me, opening my eyes and my mind to the world – a new world l never knew existed.”

Since his time in the U.S., Tijani continues to be an advocate for disability rights. Read Tijani's story<https://list-manage.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=d39e81314218b930d5315426a&id=24c2c52928&e=37466117e1> to find out how his leadership brought him to Senegal and his wish for his community in Ghana.



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Opportunities Beyond MIUSA




The below opportunities are NOT administered by MIUSA, but we believe they may be of interest to our readers. Please contact the organization directly for more information!




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Holman Prize for Blind Adventurers and Creators<https://list-manage.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=d39e81314218b930d5315426a&id=b606327b20&e=37466117e1>
Attention blind and low-vision thought leaders: Apply for the Holman Prize, a $25,000 prize for blind adventurers and creators around the world. Last year, the 3 inaugural winners came from Turkey, Britain, and Uganda. Why not share YOUR great ideas for changing the world? Applications close February 28th. http://holman2018.lighthouse-sf.org/<https://list-manage.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=d39e81314218b930d5315426a&id=37fc4a7726&e=37466117e1>



Diplomacy Opportunity for U.S. High School Students - All Expenses Paid!<https://list-manage.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=d39e81314218b930d5315426a&id=ce2afed153&e=37466117e1>
Do you remember your first experience making friends with someone from another country? Maybe it was your first sense of a bigger world out there! Youth with disabilities shouldn't miss out on these experiences! Here's an all-expenses paid opportunity that will provide U.S. young leaders with a chance to travel as citizen diplomats and enhance their leadership (and resume) - without even leaving the U.S.!

The Iraqi Young Leaders Exchange Program (IYLEP)<https://list-manage.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=d39e81314218b930d5315426a&id=57ff9b6ee7&e=37466117e1> provides an opportunity for ten U.S. high school students to join their Iraqi counterparts in a program to develop leadership and peacebuilding skills and to promote mutual understanding. From July 14 – August 12, 2018 the students live and learn together (first in Vermont and then in a host city in the U.S.) learning about civic engagement and collaboratively developing community-based projects. All expenses are paid and it is free to apply. Students with disabilities are highly encouraged to apply!

Thank you to our friends at WorldOregon<https://list-manage.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=d39e81314218b930d5315426a&id=aeddc728f9&e=37466117e1> for reaching out to encourage more students with disabilities to get involved.




Jobs with Project Concern International<https://list-manage.us1.list-manage.com/track/click?u=d39e81314218b930d5315426a&id=cf2986dc08&e=37466117e1>
Looking to support an organization fighting hunger and hardship around the world? PCI is hiring! A member of MIUSA's EDDI initiative, PCI encourages people with disabilities to apply for their open positions in Washington, DC and San Diego, CA. Individuals must have authorization to work in the United States. Current positions include:

Senior Officer, Knowledge Management and Learning
Location:  Washington, DC

IT Specialist/System Administrator
Location:  Washington, DC

Director of Global Information Communications & Technology
Location: Washington, DC or San Diego, CA

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