1. Introduction Employment can enhance social sustainability and individual well-being (1–3). Specifically, for individuals with disabilities, gaining employment represents a significant opportunity that not only promotes their economic […]
8 reasons why people with disabilities are more likely to be falsely accused
1. Communication barriers Disabilities such as speech or hearing impairments can prevent effective communication with law enforcement and legal professionals, leading to misunderstandings and misinterpretations. Furthermore, some people […]
Disability Rights and Racial Justice
The shared struggle for equality faced by people with disabilities and people of color continues today. People with disabilities, especially those from other marginalized communities, experience multiple forms […]
Know your rights: What to do if you are questioned by police while you have a disability
As we celebrate Disability Pride Month, we take the time to recognize and honor the resilience, strength, and diverse experiences of our disability community. As an organization that […]
How companies can reduce stigma against hiring people with disabilities
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, one in four American adults has a disability that affects major life activities, such as hearing or vision problems, […]
Disabled Barbie is inspiring a new generation. And why that matters
The 2020 Barbie Fashionistas line will also feature a Barbie with a disability. Mattel Following Greta Gerwig’s smash hit Barbie, it’s safe to say Barbiecore and Kenazy are […]
About Having a Disability | SAMHSA
May 10, 2011 was a beautiful spring day in Connecticut. I was driving home from work and stuck in traffic when a pickup truck traveling 80 miles per […]
Unleashing the power of disability inclusion
This week marks the 33rd anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Inclusive environments have come a long way over the past 30 years, and I’d like […]
7 things people with disabilities have to think about every day
Plan to avoid failures Getty Being disabled is exhausting. It requires daily planning that other people don’t have to do. And yet most of the “disability awareness” content […]
8 Facts About Americans with Disabilities for Disability Pride Month
A bus passenger uses a handicap ramp in Miami Beach, Florida. (Jeffrey Greenberg/Education Images/Universal Images Group via Getty Images) July is Disability Pride Month in the United States, […]