As we celebrate America’s Independence Day and summer officially begins, it’s important to note that July is also Disability Pride Month. The month commemorates the passing of the […]
COVID-safety and disability justice activists protest closure of Democracy Center evacuation shelter
For 22 years, the Democracy Center, located at 45 Mount Auburn Street in Harvard Square, has been a hub of community activism and the arts in Cambridge. The […]
Teen in Tennessee detention claims he was ‘punished’ for his disability, lawsuit alleges
Wilder Youth Development Center. Photo courtesy of the Tennessee Disability Rights Association. A class action lawsuit filed last week in Nashville federal court alleges “barbaric” violence in Tennessee’s […]
People with intellectual and developmental disabilities face huge disparities in health care services
The latest figures from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention show autism and developmental disabilities are on the rise. TOP STORY: Investigators in Reidsville seek 164 felony […]
These are the most common disorders in Oregon
Stigma and discrimination persist even though 13% of the U.S. population lives with a disability. With 44 million Americans living with some kind of disability, understanding their needs […]
It’s Disability Pride Month at the Science Museum
Andre Robinson, also known as DJ Deaf Tunez, was inspired to pursue a career in music by two deaf DJs. Photo: Yuri Weissgandt Banner Arts & Culture Courtesy […]
Demi Burnett gives honest advice on dating and supporting people with autism and other disabilities
Instagram / @lizmartinezcreations open. If you follow Bachelor Nation star Demi Burnett, you know that about two years ago she spoke openly about her autism diagnosis on social […]
Mississippi disability advocacy group raises money for others, national contest
JACKSON, Miss. (WJTV) – Columbus native Marcecia Jenkins hopes to change the lives of and attitudes towards people with disabilities in Mississippi after winning a national beauty pageant […]
City Council resolves to designate July as Disability Pride Month
The City of Somerville has officially designated July as Disability Pride Month and July 26th as Americans with Disabilities Act Day. By Parker Garlow The City Council voted […]
Students with learning disabilities now inspire others | News
Four years ago, Opal Thomas was surrounded by teachers who impacted her life and inspired her to succeed, and now she has the opportunity to do the same […]