“Above all, what strikes me about Jeff and his advocacy is that he is a bulldog. Simply put: he will not quit. That is why he has succeeded in life, and that is why he has succeeded in his advocacy. He is an example to us all of what we can do if we work hard, and keep working hard.”
James Tucker ADAP - Executive Director “I first met Jeff around 10 years ago as I became involved as an advisor to a new chapter of a People First and also as the parent of a young self advocate. Jeff’s never wavering selfless pursuit for justice and equality for all Alabama citizens has been an example for all of us with the same values. His leadership for the Alabama Respectful Language Law in particular is a lasting tribute.” Susan Ellis State Coordinator - People First of Alabama “Jeff is passionate about self advocacy and human and civil rights for people with disabilities. He is truly like the “Kudzu” plant we so love, persistent, ever growing and challenging all that it is in its way to cover the landscape with his message. This tenaciousness is the spirit of self advocacy.” Vicki Turnage Ability Alliance - Executive Director |
Jeff Ridgeway Advocacy AwardThe Jeff Ridgeway Advocacy Award
ADAP’s Jeff Ridgeway Advocacy Award recognizes individuals with disabilities who have displayed exceptional leadership in self-advocacy and who have declared a strong vision for the self-advocacy movement in Alabama. Here are the award criteria:
ADAP is currently accepting nominations for the 2024 Jeff Ridgeway Award. The deadline for nominations is Friday, August 16, 2024. Nominations can be submitted to ADAP using this online form. Or, you can send in your written nomination to ADAP at this address: ADAP/Jeff Ridgeway Award P.O. Box 870395 Tuscaloosa, AL 35487 |