The Center for HIV Law and Policy challenges barriers to the rights and health of people affected by HIV through legal advocacy, high-impact policy initiatives, and creation of cross-issue partnerships, networks, and resources. We support movement building that amplifies the power of individuals and communities to mobilize for change that is rooted in racial, gender, and economic justice.

Search results

Search results

  1. Comparison of the ADA (as construed by courts) and the ADA, As Amended, Kevin Barry, Emily Benfer and Chai Feldblum, Georgetown Federal Legislation & Administrative Clinic (2009)

    This chart provides a quick guide to the most essential changes made to the Americans With Disabilities Act, originally enacted in 1990, through adoption of the ADA Amendments Act, which became effective as of January 1, 2009. The ADAAA was necessary to u ...

    Anonymous (not verified) - 6/1/2016 12:59pm

  2. The ADA Amendments Act: An Overview of Recent Changes to the Americans with Disabilities Act, Emily A. Benfer, American Constitution Society for Law and Policy (2009)

    This is a concise, useful discussion of the changes to the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) that were put into effect through the passage of the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA). The ADAAA, which became effective as of January 1, 2009, reflects Congress� ...

    Anonymous (not verified) - 6/1/2016 12:58pm

  3. Know Your Rights: The HIV Ban and Immigration, The Center for HIV Law and Policy (2010)

    This brief front-and-back handout provides answers to frequently asked questions about HIV, immigration, and the HIV Ban. The HIV ban is no longer in effect as of January 4, 2010, and the handout helps individuals determine how the lifting of the ban will ...

    Anonymous (not verified) - 6/21/2018 3:36pm

  4. Procedures for Handling Social Security Disability Appeals at the ALJ Hearing Level, Whitman-Walker Health

    This guide describes the process and time line for handling an ALJ hearing for a client whose initial application and Request for Reconsideration for Social Security disability benefits have both been denied. It outlines the steps a volunteer should take ...

    Anonymous (not verified) - 5/8/2013 1:46pm