Tennessee Disability Coalition

08/06/2026

It's Election Day, Tennessee! If you haven't voted yet, there's still time. Polls are open until 7:00 PM local time, so make a plan, head to your polling place, and vote!

Before you head to the polls:
• Check your voter registration.
• Confirm your polling place, as district lines may have changed.
• Review your sample ballot.
• Bring a valid photo ID.

Remember: If you are in line by 7:00 PM, stay in line! You still have the right to vote.

If you run into a disability related issue while voting, call the Disability Rights Tennessee Hotline at 1-800-342-1600.

For any other voting issues, you can call the Election Protection Hotline:
English: 1-866-OUR-VOTE (1-866-687-8683)
Spanish: 1-888-VE-Y-VOTA (1-888-839-8682)
Asian Languages: 1-888-API-VOTE (1-888-274-8683)
Arabic: 1-844-YALLA-US (1-844-925-5287)

07/31/2026

Disability Pride Month is almost over, but that's not going to stop us from finding joy, celebrating our community, and advocating for a more inclusive future 💙

07/26/2026

In honor of the 36th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), we asked some folks at our Parties in the Park events this summer to share what the ADA means to them. Check out what they had to say, and maybe spot a few familiar faces along the way!

Join in the celebration by sharing what the ADA means to you using

07/26/2026

Happy 36th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)! 36 years ago, the ADA was signed into law, marking a historic milestone for disability rights. Today, we proudly recognize the advocacy, leadership, and determination of the disability community that made this historic legislation possible.

Join us in celebrating as we reflect on the progress we’ve made and continue to work toward building a more accessible and inclusive future 💙

07/24/2026

Disability Pride is...joy, community, inclusion, freedom, advocacy, and so much more! What does Disability Pride mean to you?

07/22/2026

The 36th Annual Traumatic Brain Injury Conference is next Thursday, July 30th. This FREE virtual conference is designed for survivors, families, caregivers, and providers! You can learn more and register at this link: https://tinyurl.com/TDH-TBI-AnnualConference2026

Join us for the 36th Annual Traumatic Brain Injury Conference on Thursday July 30, 2026, from 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM CST/ 10:30-1:30 EST. This year’s theme, The Power of Practice, sets the stage for an interactive and informative virtual experience designed for survivors, families, caregivers, and providers.
➡▶Register for this FREE event here: https://tinyurl.com/TDH-TBI-AnnualConference2026
To learn more about the Traumatic Brain Injury Program, visit: https://www.tn.gov/health/braininjury.html
OR call the TBI Hotline at 1.800.882.0611

07/17/2026

Did you know there is Disability Pride Flag? It's Disability Pride Month, so let's talk about it! Designed by disabled artist and activist Ann Magill, the Disability Pride Flag reflects the diversity, history, and strength of our community.

Swipe through to discover the meaning behind each piece of the Disability Pride Flag. Month

07/01/2026

Happy Disability Pride Month! Join us this July as we celebrate and highlight Disability Identity, Culture, Community, Pride, and the 36th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) all month long!

06/30/2026

06/29/2026

Our friends at Disability Rights Tennessee (DRT) are seeking input from Tennesseans with disabilities, significant mental illness, and their families. By taking part in the Community Input Survey 2026, you will help shape the future of disability advocacy in Tennessee. Your feedback will help identify:
• What's working well
• What needs to change
• Where additional support is needed
• How DRT can help

The survey takes about 10–25 minutes to complete, and all responses are anonymous. The deadline to complete the survey is August 18, 2026.

You can learn more and complete the survey at this link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2026DRTInput