Tag Archives: Advocacy Network on Disabilities
Extreme Heat, Flooding & Hurricanes: Advancing Disability-Inclusive Climate Resilience in Miami
On March 20, 2026, as part of Miami Climate Week, the Advocacy Network on Disabilities hosted an important panel discussion titled “Extreme Heat, Flooding & Hurricanes — Building a Disability Accessible Climate Resilience Plan for Miami.” The event brought together advocates, experts, and community leaders to address a critical issue that is too often… Read More »
Miami Autism Dad Victor Antunez Visits Advocacy Network on Disabilities Staff Meeting
Recently, the Advocacy Network on Disabilities welcomed Victor Antunez, widely known as “Miami Autism Dad,” to one of our all-staff meetings for a thoughtful and energizing conversation with team members across programs. Victor stopped by to meet staff, learn more about our work, and talk about one of the most persistent challenges facing nonprofits… Read More »
Inspiring Giving. Celebrating Impact.
Philanthropy is strongest when it reflects the full diversity of a community—and that spirit was on display at Donor Next Door, a signature event presented by PhilanthropyMiami. Donor Next Door is Miami’s annual celebration of philanthropy, created to honor the individuals whose generosity makes nonprofit work possible. From steadfast volunteers to transformational donors, the… Read More »
Honoring Dr. King on Sistrunk Boulevard: Community, Culture, and Connection
This Martin Luther King Jr. Day, our Inclusion Specialists Van Gray and Herchella “Chel” Baynes joined families, neighbors, and community leaders along Sistrunk Boulevard for Fort Lauderdale’s annual MLK Day Parade—an event rooted in history, pride, and collective purpose. Sistrunk Boulevard is more than a parade route. It is a historic African American corridor… Read More »
Advancing High-Performing Board Service: From Good to Excellent
Strong boards are essential to strong nonprofit organizations—and investing in board development is an investment in the communities we serve. Recently, board members from the Advocacy Network on Disabilities participated in a pilot leadership training titled Advancing High-Performing Board Service: From Good to Excellent, a collaborative initiative designed to strengthen nonprofit performance across Miami-Dade… Read More »
Commissioners Take Action on Budget Cuts, But the Fight Isn’t Over
At last Thursday’s Miami-Dade County budget hearing, commissioners voted—nearly unanimously—to instruct the Mayor to identify resources to restore funding for Community-Based Organizations (CBOs). This came after more than 200 residents, including individuals with disabilities, families, and service providers, spoke for hours urging the commission to protect critical services. While this step shows that… Read More »
