AVONDALE, PA — Families, advocates, and allies have united to launch Stepping Up for Disabled Kids – Powered by A Day in Our Shoes, a bold new grassroots initiative focused on legislative action to address the systemic challenges faced by disabled children and their families. The movement is spearheaded by Lisa Lightner, a seasoned advocate and special needs parent, who aims to empower participants with the tools and knowledge needed to fight for meaningful reform.
“Too often, our kids are caught in systems that prioritize budgets over lives,” said Lightner. “This movement is about creating real, lasting change by giving parents and advocates the tools to fight back—together.”
Advocacy Goals and Legislative Focus
The initiative prioritizes several key areas of advocacy, all geared toward ensuring disability rights and equitable treatment for children across the country. These include:
- Defending Medicaid and ACA protections to maintain access to healthcare.
- Pursuing equitable special education funding and promoting inclusive practices.
- Advancing disability rights at both state and federal levels.
- Demanding systemic accountability in institutions like education and healthcare.
To help participants make an impact, the program offers step-by-step guides, action alerts, and detailed background information on critical policy issues. Advocates are encouraged to connect directly with legislators and engage with a strong, solution-focused community committed to systemic change.
A Progressive Push for Disability Reform
While the movement emphasizes non-partisan unity, Stepping Up for Disabled Kids acknowledges that many proposed solutions lean progressive. With a focus on fact-based action and collaboration, organizers call on participants to approach this mission with open minds and a shared commitment to advancing rights for disabled children.
By equipping families and allies with practical tools and resources, the initiative hopes to create a powerful force for advocacy and accountability at every level of government.
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