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We have been hard at work preparing for our Virtual Gala coming up on October 29. I am excited to share that ticket sales are now available and are affordable for the whole community. In addition, our online auction has gone live with a plethora of amazing items – from an autographed Billie Eilish photo, to an exclusive trip to Greece, autographed sports memorabilia and so much more. Join us, spread the word and peruse a number of amazing items, that fit all budgets, just in time for the holiday season. There is a phenomenal lineup of speakers planned for the Virtual Gala that I can confidently say, without giving anything away, you won’t want to miss. The conversations we’ve had gearing up for the event have spanned the gamut from ear-to-ear smiling to tears – in the most touching of ways. The evening will showcase the resiliency, tenacity, and compassion of our community that is breaking down barriers for all to live their most authentic life.

October 15, 2020

Making a Difference on Advocacy Day

https://tourette.org/making-a-difference-on-advocacy-day/

On March 4, in Washington, D.C., the Tourette Association of America will advocate for the most pressing issues facing the TS community on National Advocacy Day. Youth Ambassadors, TAA staff, volunteers, and community members will head to Capitol Hill to speak with elected officials on policy affecting the community. Youth Ambassadors and a Support Group Leader share their experiences from past Advocacy Day events and what it was like to #Rally4Tourette.

September 22, 2020

TouretteConnect September 2020

https://tourette.org/touretteconnect-september-2020/

Dear Friend, I am excited to share updates on progress being made on behalf of our resilient community. We’ve launched a new donor exclusive series that delves deeper into advancements made as a direct result of your contributions. There has always been a heightened need for access to TS programs and offerings that support underserved areas across the US. In our current state, we have tripled offerings to ensure everyone – underserved or locally supported by a TAA Chapter or Support Group – can have the access that is so desperately needed.

September 18, 2020

Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration

https://tourette.org/hispanic-heritage-month-celebration/

The Tourette Association of America is highlighting the varied and unique voices of the Tourette Syndrome community and, as part of this, we celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month. To mark this celebration, the TAA is calling on members of the community to share your stories.

August 14, 2020

TouretteConnect August 2020

https://tourette.org/touretteconnect-august-2020/

In the last several weeks we've seen a spike in outreach to the TAA encompassing stories related to workplace, housing and corporate discrimination. This is not something our community is unfamiliar with, but the national spotlight on similar topics reminds us that we must equip ourselves with knowledge. It is important to understand your rights and when they are being violated. Later this month is the 30th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This landmark civil rights law extended the right for our community, and many others, to access public places, businesses, and to participate in the same everyday activities as other citizens. In celebration, there is a free webinar on July 29 highlighting workplace accommodations and disability rights which we hope you will attend.

August 4, 2020

Preparing for the 2021/2022 School Year

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While families are buzzing with back-to-school shopping and planning, schools throughout the US are preparing for another school year, this time with the Delta COVID 19 variant. Many schools throughout the country are putting more mental health services in place to help with the transition back-to-school this year. The Tourette Association of America is here to provide you with resources and tips for this important transition.

July 29, 2020

Dear Future: A Letter from Amanda Talty, TAA CEO and President

https://tourette.org/dear-future-a-letter-from-amanda-talty-taa-ceo-and-president/

While the past few months have forced the world into uncharted territory, there is hope for the future. Amanda Talty, CEO and President of the Tourette Association of America, recently joined leaders from all walks of life in writing letters of hope, which are featured in the current issue of Bella Magazine.

July 17, 2020

TouretteConnect July 2020

https://tourette.org/touretteconnect-july-2020/

July 14, 2020

Celebrating the 30th Anniversary of the ADA

https://tourette.org/celebrating-the-30th-anniversary-of-the-ada/

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was passed by Congress and signed into law by President George Bush, Sr. The ADA is a civil rights law that prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities in all areas of public life, including jobs, schools, transportation, and all public and private places that are open to the general public. The purpose of the law is to make sure that people with disabilities have the same rights and opportunities as everyone else. This includes Tourette Syndrome, which is a neurodevelopmental disorder that becomes evident in early childhood or adolescence characterized by uncontrollable motor and vocal tics.

June 16, 2020

TouretteConnect June 2020

https://tourette.org/touretteconnect-june-2020/

The last three months have been challenging times to navigate for all of us, both personally and professionally. We have needed to lean on one another in unfamiliar ways and trust each other during these tumultuous times. Throughout it all, the Tourette Association has demonstrated its ability to be nimble and deliver quality programming despite unprecedented barriers.

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