MASS is a proud member of MA21.
Go to www.MA21Alliance.org to join the advocacy efforts of MA21 to make sure the Real Lives Law is put into effect. Use your voice, stay informed and get access to resources on self-direction.
Who is MA21?
The Massachusetts Alliance for 21st Century Disability Policy (MA21) was formed in 2007 to protect the right
of people with disabilities to self-direct, and through its efforts helped pass the Real Lives Law in 2014.
MA21 is a partnership of self-advocates, family members, other stakeholders and disability advocacy
organizations, including:
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Fact Sheet
Download our Basic Fact Sheet regarding the Real Lives Law.
Meetings
Register for our upcoming Zoom meetings on advancing self-direction.
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Join our advocacy efforts and receive future communications.
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Resources & Reference Materials
MA21 Basic Fact Sheet – Real Lives Law
MA21 Technical Fact Sheet – Real Lives Law
Boston Globe Op Ed by Susan Nadworny – February 20, 2023
Boston Globe Op Ed by Deborah Flaschen – February 20, 2023
Boston Globe Letters to the Editor – February 25, 2023
Representative Tom Sannicandro Real Lives Bill Signing Speech – October 24, 2014
John Anton Real Lives Bill Signing Speech – October 24, 2014
Implementing a 21st Century Disability Policy (MA21 Booklet last updated in 2012)
Family Support and Self-Determination – Connections to a Life in the Community
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