Meeting the Challenge, Inc. Receives Award of Merit for “Invisible Voices”
Compelling Documentary about Disability is Honored by the Accolade Competition.
Colorado Springs, CO, October 21, 2010 --(PR.com)-- Meeting the Challenge, Inc. has won a prestigious Award of Merit from The Accolade Competition for its compelling documentary on disability, “Invisible Voices.” The documentary captures the original stage production and provides a window into the complex worlds of six individuals who have adapted to and thrived with their disabilities. “Invisible Voices” was written and directed by the internationally acclaimed playwright Ping Chong and features the life stories of Billy Allen, Sandy Lahmann, Rick Modderman, Kevin Pettit, Rebecca Shields and Kelly Tobin.
“We are extremely honored to receive this award,” said Randy Dipner, producer of “Invisible Voices” and founding partner of Meeting the Challenge. “We hope that many people with and without disabilities will see ‘Invisible Voices’ and be touched by the poignant stories told by the cast. We hope viewers will come away with a better understanding that people with disabilities are people first and who just live their lives with a few extra hurdles to overcome.”
The Accolade recognizes film, television, videography, and new media professionals who demonstrate exceptional achievement in craft and creativity, and those who produce standout entertainment or contribute to profound social change. Entries are judged by highly qualified professionals in the film and television industry. Information about the Accolade and a list of recent winners can be found at www.theaccolade.net.
In winning an Accolade award, Meeting the Challenge joins the ranks of other high-profile winners of this internationally respected competition. Thomas Baker, Ph.D., who chairs The Accolade, had this to say about the latest winners, “The goal of the Accolade is to help winners achieve the recognition they deserve. The judges were pleased with the exceptionally high quality of entries that came in from around the world.”
“Invisible Voices” is now available as a two-disc set along with the documentary "Reflections on a Promise" which examines not only the history of the groundbreaking Americans with Disabilities Act legislation, but also considers what the ADA has accomplished, and how all Americans can help build on its successes. For more information and to purchase the DVDs, visit www.InvisibleVoices.org.
About Meeting the Challenge
Meeting the Challenge, Inc. is an information services consulting firm that serves individuals with rights and organizations with responsibilities for compliance under federal disability laws. Meeting the Challenge provides technical assistance through training and information services, consulting services, research and development, and communication and outreach services. For more information, visit www.mtc-inc.com.
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“We are extremely honored to receive this award,” said Randy Dipner, producer of “Invisible Voices” and founding partner of Meeting the Challenge. “We hope that many people with and without disabilities will see ‘Invisible Voices’ and be touched by the poignant stories told by the cast. We hope viewers will come away with a better understanding that people with disabilities are people first and who just live their lives with a few extra hurdles to overcome.”
The Accolade recognizes film, television, videography, and new media professionals who demonstrate exceptional achievement in craft and creativity, and those who produce standout entertainment or contribute to profound social change. Entries are judged by highly qualified professionals in the film and television industry. Information about the Accolade and a list of recent winners can be found at www.theaccolade.net.
In winning an Accolade award, Meeting the Challenge joins the ranks of other high-profile winners of this internationally respected competition. Thomas Baker, Ph.D., who chairs The Accolade, had this to say about the latest winners, “The goal of the Accolade is to help winners achieve the recognition they deserve. The judges were pleased with the exceptionally high quality of entries that came in from around the world.”
“Invisible Voices” is now available as a two-disc set along with the documentary "Reflections on a Promise" which examines not only the history of the groundbreaking Americans with Disabilities Act legislation, but also considers what the ADA has accomplished, and how all Americans can help build on its successes. For more information and to purchase the DVDs, visit www.InvisibleVoices.org.
About Meeting the Challenge
Meeting the Challenge, Inc. is an information services consulting firm that serves individuals with rights and organizations with responsibilities for compliance under federal disability laws. Meeting the Challenge provides technical assistance through training and information services, consulting services, research and development, and communication and outreach services. For more information, visit www.mtc-inc.com.
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