Mission
The Rights Task Force advocates on a wide variety of matters involving the human and civil rights of individuals with disabilities through an equity lens. The Task Force's vision is driven by a commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice, as well as the four key goals for people with disabilities set forth in the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): equality of opportunity, full participation, independent living, and economic self- sufficiency. Through our work, we are committed to assuring that the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the ADA, and other civil rights protections set forth in law and court decisions are interpreted and enforced in a robust manner to secure the equal rights and opportunities of Black, Indigenous, People of Color (BIPOC) disabled people, LGBTQ+ disabled people, people living with HIV, and all other individuals with disabilities. The Task Force is committed to advocating for the human and civil rights of people with disabilities with multiple statuses or who are multiply marginalized.
Co-chairs
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Claudia Center
Disability Rights Education & Defense Fund
510-644-2555 ext. 5231
ccenter@dredf.org
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Stephen Lieberman
United Spinal Association
202-556-2076 x 7104 phone
slieberman@unitedspinal.org
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R. Larkin Taylor-Parker
Autistic Self Advocacy Network
202-903-0995
ltaylorparker@autisticadvocacy.org
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Morgan Whitlatch
Center for Public Representation
202-596-6116
mwhitlatch@cpr-ma.org
Save the ADA
Rights Task Force Priorities for 2019
CCD Rights Task Force 2018 Code of Participation
CCD Rights Task Force Addressing Poverty - Key Principles
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