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President's Message
 
The Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization (ADAO), the largest non-profit in the U.S. dedicated to providing asbestos victims and concerned citizens with a united voice, is proud to be wrapping up another year of education, advocacy, and community asbestos initiatives. As a leader in social media advocacy, we are on the fronttlines working to end the asbestos man-made disasters on many levels. 
 
Some of our 2015 year-in-review highlights include: 
Every accomplishment ADAO achieved in 2015 was possible because of the generosity of the volunteers, leadership, sponsors, and donors who fueled our work and further our cause. The organization's accomplishments reflect the growth and progress made around the world. With your support, we look forward to continuing a bright and promising 2016. 

With deep gratitude, Linda, Social Networks 
In This Issue
President's Message
SAVE the DATE: 12th Annual International Asbestos Awareness and Prevention Conference
2016 Asbestos Awareness and Prevention Conference Invitational Video
Honor and Support Those You Love with 2016 Conference Family Tributes by Marilyn Amento
"Gratitude, much more than a word" by Ann Samuelson
2015 ADAO Year-In-Review
Roll Call Op-Ed: "Asbestos Scare in Cannon Is a Reminder of Congress' Failure to Act" by Linda Reinstein
2015 Reflection: A Year of Progress and Challenges
ADAO Jumpstarts January 2016 Advocacy Efforts with #AsbestosChat Twitter Conversations
2nd ASEA International Asbestos Awareness and Management Conference was a Huge Success!
ADAO to Present at the "Research and Advocacy Initiatives to Curb The Health Impacts of Environmental Contaminants" Webinar
Another Successful Asbestos Educational Community Event in Ambler, Pennsylvania by Marilyn Amento
Five Ways Sharing Helps to Raise Asbestos and Mesothelioma Awareness
Seven Stories for Seven Days During Australia's National Asbestos Awareness Week November 23 - 29
Raising Awareness: 5 Common Causes of Lung Cancer
ADAO Interview with the Global Ban Asbestos Network Australian Director, Lou Williams
Join ADAO's First-Ever #GivingTuesday Campaign
2015 Mesothelioma Warrior Candle Lighting Tradition on December 28 and January 4
Share Your Story: "Mesothelioma Can't Take That Away" - Steve's Story
MAC Guest Blog: November 17th #AsbestosChat: Caregiving for Mesothelioma Warriors
Asbestos cancer warrior Lou Williams tells Brisbane her life-changing story
ADFA Press Release: Asbestos victims slam James Hardie over slashed compensation funding
Asbestos industry cries foul over 2018 ban
Safety concerns for refugees and workers as Nauru asbestos removal program kicks off
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ADAO 2016 Asbestos Awareness and Prevention Conference Invitational Video
 





Enough is Enough. Be bold. Be heard. 
For over a decade, ADAO has worked along side a number of other organizations to shine a light on the truth about the asbestos public health crisis and the asbestos industry's effort to delay and deny asbestos victims' justice. The time is now, to call your members of Congress at (866) 338-1015 and urge them to ban asbestos and protect victims' civil rights today.


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The Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization (ADAO) was founded by asbestos victims and their families in 2004. ADAO seeks to give asbestos victims and concerned citizens a united voice to raise public awareness about the dangers of asbestos exposure. ADAO is an independent global organization dedicated to preventing asbestos-related diseases through education, advocacy, and community. For more information, visit www.asbestosdiseaseawareness.org