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On November 17, American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD) announced that Robert Coward of Capital Area ADAPT in Washington, D.C. won the 2000 Paul G. Hearne/AAPD Leadership Award.
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Robert Coward Speaking September 30, 2000 as the Rolling Freedom Express ended its U.S. tour in Washington DC "I missed the Civil Rights Movement because of the time of my birth, but I'll be damned if I miss this movement. This is my watch." |
The Paul G. Hearne/AAPD Leadership Awards program was established in 1999 in honor of the founder of AAPD, Paul G. Hearne. Mr. Hearne was a tireless advocate and visionary leader who achieved success as a lawyer, non-profit executive, foundation president, federal agency director, and mentor to countless people with disabilities. He spent his life opening doors and removing barriers for people with disabilities.
The Awards program recognizes emerging leaders with disabilities who demonstrate leadership while having a positive impact on the community of people with disabilities. Coward earned the award because of his indefatigable advocacy on behalf of young Washington, D.C. residents with disabilities who are forced to live in nursing homes because of lack of community based attendant care and accessible housing. He will be assigned a national leader to mentor him. The American Association of People with Disabilities and the Milbank Foundation sponsor the Paul G. Hearne/AAPD Leadership Award.
Congratulations Bobby!
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