Disability Squeeze Symposium Sept. 26

Join the Disability Squeeze Symposium on September 26

Penny Forward is pleased to share an upcoming event hosted by the National Disability Institute (NDI): the Disability Squeeze Symposium.

Date & Time: Friday, September 26, 2025 | 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM ET
Location: Hybrid event at New York Law School, 185 W. Broadway, New York City + Zoom

This free research and policy symposium will highlight the “disability squeeze”—the extra costs disabled people face in the U.S. Attendees will hear new findings, explore solutions, and engage with national experts and disability leaders.

Featured Speakers

  • Mia Ives-Rublee, Center for American Progress
  • Anjali Forber-Pratt, American Association on Health & Disability
  • Cara Yar Khan, International Disability Rights Advocate
  • Theo W. Braddy, National Council on Independent Living
  • Keely Cat-Wells, CEO, Making Space
  • Victor Calise, Former NYC Commissioner for the Mayor’s Office for People with Disabilities

Why Attend?

The symposium will:

  • Share new national research on the higher costs of living with a disability.
  • Feature perspectives from advocates and policymakers.
  • Discuss policy solutions to reduce financial barriers.

👉 Register here to attend the Disability Squeeze Symposium

Note: This event is hosted by the National Disability Institute (NDI), not Penny Forward.

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