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Social justice
fromIntelligencer
2 months ago

Then They Came for People With Disabilities

Kitty Cone's experience with discrimination fueled her activism for disability rights in the face of institutional neglect and societal indifference.
Film
fromThe Atlantic
2 weeks ago

The Student Protest That Captured America's Attention

The 1988 Gallaudet University protest propelled the appointment of the first Deaf president, shaping disability rights advocacy.
The documentary highlights the importance of representation and challenges perceptions of Deafness.
Social justice
fromIntelligencer
2 months ago

Then They Came for People With Disabilities

Kitty Cone's experience with discrimination fueled her activism for disability rights in the face of institutional neglect and societal indifference.
Film
fromThe Atlantic
2 weeks ago

The Student Protest That Captured America's Attention

The 1988 Gallaudet University protest propelled the appointment of the first Deaf president, shaping disability rights advocacy.
The documentary highlights the importance of representation and challenges perceptions of Deafness.
#accessibility
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Disabled people must have a say in rail reforms, MP says

The UK's rail reforms must prioritize accessibility for disabled individuals during nationalisation, according to lawmakers and campaigners.
NYC parents
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

How the Education Department helps students with disabilities get an education

Advocacy and accessible education resources are crucial for students with disabilities to thrive.
NYC LGBT
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Blind justice: Brooklyn lawyer sues after being barred from jury duty because he couldn't see video evidence

Blind juror Albert Elia faced dismissal from grand jury service in Brooklyn due to inability to view video evidence.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
2 months ago

NYC Comptroller Report Finds MTA Express Bus Service Fails Riders With Disabilities

MTA express bus service fails to provide reliable transportation for riders with disabilities, necessitating reforms.
NYC startup
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Exclusive | Wheelchair-bound Brooklyn man received tens of thousands in settlements through alleged 'shakedown' lawsuits over access

A paraplegic man has filed numerous lawsuits against businesses claiming lack of ADA compliance, leading to accusations of profit exploitation through settlements.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Disabled people must have a say in rail reforms, MP says

The UK's rail reforms must prioritize accessibility for disabled individuals during nationalisation, according to lawmakers and campaigners.
NYC parents
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

How the Education Department helps students with disabilities get an education

Advocacy and accessible education resources are crucial for students with disabilities to thrive.
NYC LGBT
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Blind justice: Brooklyn lawyer sues after being barred from jury duty because he couldn't see video evidence

Blind juror Albert Elia faced dismissal from grand jury service in Brooklyn due to inability to view video evidence.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
2 months ago

NYC Comptroller Report Finds MTA Express Bus Service Fails Riders With Disabilities

MTA express bus service fails to provide reliable transportation for riders with disabilities, necessitating reforms.
NYC startup
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Exclusive | Wheelchair-bound Brooklyn man received tens of thousands in settlements through alleged 'shakedown' lawsuits over access

A paraplegic man has filed numerous lawsuits against businesses claiming lack of ADA compliance, leading to accusations of profit exploitation through settlements.
#labour-party
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Labour has moral duty to get sick into work, MPs say

The government has a moral duty to assist long-term sick and disabled individuals into the workforce.
Labour MPs are concerned about the impact of proposed welfare reforms on vulnerable populations.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Labour has moral duty to get sick into work, MPs say

The government has a moral duty to assist long-term sick and disabled individuals into the workforce.
Labour MPs are concerned about the impact of proposed welfare reforms on vulnerable populations.
fromSlate Magazine
2 days ago

I'm Exempt From Our Company's Return to Office Order. My Colleagues Are Not Taking That Well.

It's important to stand firm about your rights while maintaining a level of professionalism and respect. People may not understand accommodations, but that doesn't mean you must explain yourself.
Fundraising
#local-government
#trump-administration
NYC parents
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Education Department Sued Over Cuts to Civil Rights Office

The lawsuit claims Education Department cuts discriminate against marginalized groups and hinder civil rights protections.
US Elections
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

Biden says in first speech since leaving White House that the extent of Trump's damage is breathtaking'

Biden's first post-presidency speech focused on defending Social Security and criticizing the new administration's impact on the institution.
fromTruthout
3 days ago
Healthcare

Trump's Budget Would Limit Investigations Into Abuse, Neglect of Disabled People

fromMashable
2 months ago
Remote teams

Five years of remote work changed workplace accessibility. Employees with disabilities will feel its loss.

US politics
fromeuronews
1 month ago

Biden says Trump caused 'damage' in first post-presidential interview

Biden criticizes Trump administration for damaging Social Security and welfare services in his first major speech post-presidency.
NYC parents
fromTruthout
1 month ago

As Trump Guts Support for Disabled Students, Their Families Are Fighting Back

The Trump administration's proposed dismantling of the Department of Education jeopardizes educational rights for students with disabilities.
NYC parents
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Education Department Sued Over Cuts to Civil Rights Office

The lawsuit claims Education Department cuts discriminate against marginalized groups and hinder civil rights protections.
US Elections
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

Biden says in first speech since leaving White House that the extent of Trump's damage is breathtaking'

Biden's first post-presidency speech focused on defending Social Security and criticizing the new administration's impact on the institution.
Healthcare
fromTruthout
3 days ago

Trump's Budget Would Limit Investigations Into Abuse, Neglect of Disabled People

The Trump administration's budget proposal raises fears of detrimental cuts to essential services for disabled and aging Americans.
Remote teams
fromMashable
2 months ago

Five years of remote work changed workplace accessibility. Employees with disabilities will feel its loss.

Trump's immediate termination of federal remote work arrangements threatens employment for disabled federal workers.
US politics
fromeuronews
1 month ago

Biden says Trump caused 'damage' in first post-presidential interview

Biden criticizes Trump administration for damaging Social Security and welfare services in his first major speech post-presidency.
NYC parents
fromTruthout
1 month ago

As Trump Guts Support for Disabled Students, Their Families Are Fighting Back

The Trump administration's proposed dismantling of the Department of Education jeopardizes educational rights for students with disabilities.
#lawsuit
fromAxios
2 months ago
NYC parents

Democratic attorneys general sue Trump admin over Education Department cuts

fromAxios
2 months ago
NYC parents

Democratic attorneys general sue Trump admin over Education Department cuts

#government-policy
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Disability benefit cuts to hit 700,000 families already in poverty, DWP forecasts show

Disability benefit cuts will worsen conditions for 700,000 families in poverty, limiting their ability to find employment.
fromBoston.com
3 weeks ago
NYC parents

Uncertainty in long effort to ban shocks treatments as Canton center continues the practice

UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Disability benefit cuts to hit 700,000 families already in poverty, DWP forecasts show

Disability benefit cuts will worsen conditions for 700,000 families in poverty, limiting their ability to find employment.
fromBoston.com
3 weeks ago
NYC parents

Uncertainty in long effort to ban shocks treatments as Canton center continues the practice

#mental-health
NYC parents
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Opinion: Why don't we see older adults with autism? It's history, not mystery

Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s claims about autism and vaccines are incorrect and overlook the historical mistreatment and misdiagnosis of autistic individuals.
Mental health
fromHarvard Gazette
1 week ago

Identifying barriers faced by people with disabilities - Harvard Gazette

Melissa Shang's research fills a significant gap in understanding the mental health of people with disabilities, linking minority stressors to suicidal thoughts.
#social-justice
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Scandal of the sick: Ill and disabled benefit claimants die waiting for payments

The welfare system is in crisis, with over 1,300 claimants dying while awaiting benefits.
Rachel Reeves' budget cuts are set to affect vulnerable populations, particularly those reliant on PIP benefits.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Labour is taking the Pip and disabled people have had enough | Cherylee Houston

The campaign #TakingThePIP emphasizes the serious consequences of proposed benefits cuts for disabled individuals, affecting their ability to survive and thrive.
Parenting
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Justice Minister 'extremely concerned' at findings of neglect in 'Grace' report

HSE must answer why Grace was not removed from foster home despite abuse complaints and inadequate care for six years.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Disabled celebrities urge Keir Starmer to scrap inhumane' benefit cuts

High-profile disabled individuals demand Prime Minister abandon cuts to disability benefits, citing survival and human rights concerns.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Scandal of the sick: Ill and disabled benefit claimants die waiting for payments

The welfare system is in crisis, with over 1,300 claimants dying while awaiting benefits.
Rachel Reeves' budget cuts are set to affect vulnerable populations, particularly those reliant on PIP benefits.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Labour is taking the Pip and disabled people have had enough | Cherylee Houston

The campaign #TakingThePIP emphasizes the serious consequences of proposed benefits cuts for disabled individuals, affecting their ability to survive and thrive.
Parenting
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Justice Minister 'extremely concerned' at findings of neglect in 'Grace' report

HSE must answer why Grace was not removed from foster home despite abuse complaints and inadequate care for six years.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Disabled celebrities urge Keir Starmer to scrap inhumane' benefit cuts

High-profile disabled individuals demand Prime Minister abandon cuts to disability benefits, citing survival and human rights concerns.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Disabled campaigners watching in horror' as trans people face toilet segregation

"The vast majority of disabled people are so aware of what it feels like to be excluded from basic facilities... if there's not a Changing Place where I'm visiting then I can't go."
SF LGBT
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago

Teen bullies beat, kick 21-year-old with disability in barbaric caught-on-video attack: 'Pure evil'

Teenage bullies violently attacked a 21-year-old woman with an intellectual disability, sparking community outrage and calls for justice.
#advocacy
Parenting
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Laughable, if it weren't so dangerous': your responses to RFK Jr's autism stance

RFK Jr's autism project has sparked outrage among advocates and families, criticizing his approach and understanding of autism.
Concerns over potential negative impacts on health services for disabled individuals under Kennedy's leadership.
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago
NYC parents

Never go back!' Hundreds united on Staten Island for 50-year celebration of Willowbrook State School closure decree | amNewYork

fromIrish Independent
2 weeks ago
NYC parents

'It's a national disgrace' - teenager to start 50-hour protest at Dail as child disability assessment waiting list continues to soar

Parenting
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Laughable, if it weren't so dangerous': your responses to RFK Jr's autism stance

RFK Jr's autism project has sparked outrage among advocates and families, criticizing his approach and understanding of autism.
Concerns over potential negative impacts on health services for disabled individuals under Kennedy's leadership.
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago
NYC parents

Never go back!' Hundreds united on Staten Island for 50-year celebration of Willowbrook State School closure decree | amNewYork

fromIrish Independent
2 weeks ago
NYC parents

'It's a national disgrace' - teenager to start 50-hour protest at Dail as child disability assessment waiting list continues to soar

NYC parents
fromGothamist
3 weeks ago

Here are the exceptions to the phone ban coming to NY schools

The smartphone ban in New York schools allows exemptions for specific educational, health, and caregiving needs.
#inclusivity
France news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

French lawmaker who uses a wheelchair wins a change in voting rules that discriminated against him

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism and societal inclusivity in legislative processes.
Social media marketing
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago

Stephen Nolan thrown out of cafe after confrontation with owner over online post mocking obese people

Disability rights activist condemns derogatory social media post targeting mobility scooter users, highlighting societal attitudes towards disabled individuals.
France news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

French lawmaker who uses a wheelchair wins a change in voting rules that discriminated against him

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism and societal inclusivity in legislative processes.
Social media marketing
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago

Stephen Nolan thrown out of cafe after confrontation with owner over online post mocking obese people

Disability rights activist condemns derogatory social media post targeting mobility scooter users, highlighting societal attitudes towards disabled individuals.
#legislation
fromNew York Post
3 weeks ago
NYC politics

Don't push people with disabilities like me to give up their lives by legalizing doctor-assisted suicide

fromAbra
1 month ago
EU data protection

The European Accessibility Act: what businesses and app developers need to know - Abra

NYC politics
fromNew York Post
3 weeks ago

Don't push people with disabilities like me to give up their lives by legalizing doctor-assisted suicide

The Medical Aid in Dying Act in New York could undermine the fundamental principle of doctors' duty to save lives, especially for disabled individuals.
fromAbra
1 month ago
EU data protection

The European Accessibility Act: what businesses and app developers need to know - Abra

#assisted-dying
fromStreetsblog
3 weeks ago

Car Harms Monday: 'Car Brain' is the Demon Spawn of Car Dependency - Streetsblog New York City

Car dependency has become a pervasive societal norm, often undermining the needs of a significant portion of the population, including those unable to drive.
Alternative transportation
#social-security
fromKqed
1 month ago
Digital life

New Social Security Rules Will Create Hurdles for Millions of Older Adults, Report Finds | KQED

fromKqed
1 month ago
Digital life

New Social Security Rules Will Create Hurdles for Millions of Older Adults, Report Finds | KQED

Healthcare
fromwww.npr.org
4 weeks ago

States try to revive Medicaid work requirements, worrying some low-income Americans

Proposals to mandate work for Medicaid recipients raise concerns about healthcare access for low-income individuals and those with disabilities.
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Democratic Rep. Jasmine Crockett accused of 'abusing her power' at airport after she cut passengers in wheelchairs

"SPOTTED: Jasmine Crockett with a taxpayer-funded police escort, cutting everyone in line - even making DISABLED people wait," McClain chided on social media with images of the Texas rep cutting the line.
NYC politics
Arsenal
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Chants at disabled St Mirren fan treated as hate crime

Police investigate hate crime after Aberdeen fans abuse disabled St Mirren supporter.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Exclusive | MTA spent 8 years and more than $3M fighting broken-elevator case in court: 'disgrace'

MTA prioritizes legal battles over fixing broken elevators, impacting disabled individuals.
Chronic maintenance issues in NYC subway system lead to significant legal disputes and criticism.
#autism
fromTruthout
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

We Can't Let RFK Jr. Divide Our Autistic Community Based on Our Support Needs

Privacy professionals
fromTruthout
1 month ago

We Can't Let RFK Jr. Divide Our Autistic Community Based on Our Support Needs

Concerns rise over Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s autism initiative potentially threatening autistic community rights.
Black Lives Matter
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 month ago

Autistic teenager shot by Idaho police dies after being removed from life support

Police response to a non-threatening autistic boy wielding a knife resulted in a fatal shooting, raising concerns about de-escalation tactics.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Let's Not Turn Back the Clock on Disability Rights

DEI initiatives are essential for implementing laws that benefit people with disabilities.
NIH-funded research significantly improves autism treatment outcomes.
NYC parents
fromkffhealthnews.org
1 month ago

RFK Jr. exaggerates share of autistic population with severe limitations

Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s remarks on autism sparked outrage and were criticized for presenting a skewed perspective on the condition.
#journalism
#grace
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago
UK news

'She's happy and living a meaningful life' - solicitor responsible for 'Grace' meets Norma Foley after concerns raised about report

fromIrish Independent
1 month ago
UK news

'She's happy and living a meaningful life' - solicitor responsible for 'Grace' meets Norma Foley after concerns raised about report

fromIrish Independent
1 month ago
UK news

'She's happy and living a meaningful life' - solicitor responsible for 'Grace' meets Norma Foley after concerns raised about report

fromIrish Independent
1 month ago
UK news

'She's happy and living a meaningful life' - solicitor responsible for 'Grace' meets Norma Foley after concerns raised about report

#supreme-court
SF parents
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Supreme Court to hear school disability discrimination case

The Supreme Court evaluates the extent of federal protections for children with disabilities in education.
SF parents
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Justices Appear Skeptical of School District in Student Disability Rights Case

The Supreme Court questioned whether a bad faith standard is necessary for disability discrimination cases.
Law
fromwww.twincities.com
1 month ago

Disability-rights arguments grow heated at Supreme Court, though sweeping ruling appears unlikely

The Supreme Court case centers on the difficulty of suing public schools for failing to accommodate students with disabilities.
SF parents
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Supreme Court to hear school disability discrimination case

The Supreme Court evaluates the extent of federal protections for children with disabilities in education.
SF parents
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Justices Appear Skeptical of School District in Student Disability Rights Case

The Supreme Court questioned whether a bad faith standard is necessary for disability discrimination cases.
Law
fromwww.twincities.com
1 month ago

Disability-rights arguments grow heated at Supreme Court, though sweeping ruling appears unlikely

The Supreme Court case centers on the difficulty of suing public schools for failing to accommodate students with disabilities.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

Got accessibility issues with voting? Here's what you might need to know | CBC News

The need for improved voting accessibility for individuals with disabilities, particularly around public transportation and voting technology.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Disabled people detained by Ice sound alarm over overcrowded jails

Rodney Taylor's case illustrates how individuals with disabilities face serious neglect and risks in the immigration detention system, raising alarm on healthcare implications.
Healthcare
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

Former Metrolinx fare inspector says protecting accessible parking not a priority for agency | CBC News

"I had the tools to enforce it, but I didn't necessarily feel that I was being backed up by the management team when I did try to protect people's rights and the spots."
Toronto startup
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

Your Emotional Support Animal at Risk: Know Your Rights Under the Fair Housing Act

The Fair Housing Act mandates reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, including those needing emotional support animals, ensuring protection against housing discrimination.
Pets
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

End the ADA lawsuit madness in NYC: Stop the Marks brothers and paraplegic Jocelyn Pierre!

Pierre claims he's tried to enter a business but couldn't; his lawyers then swoop in to sue on the grounds that the place is violating the ADA.
NYC startup
fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago

Federal government to remove gender dysphoria from protected disabilities list

The swift backlash faced by Republican attorneys general highlighted the potential risks of their lawsuit against federal disability protections, extending beyond gender dysphoria.
SF LGBT
Parenting
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

The Irish Independent's view: State's abandonment of defenceless Grace is truly harrowing

Grace, a non-verbal woman with severe disabilities, suffered neglect for 20 years due to systemic oversight failures.
US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Australian academics refuse to attend US conferences for fear of being detained

Concerns over safety and discrimination in US travel have led some academics to opt for remote participation in international conferences.
Women in technology
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Who Wants Normal? The Disabled Girls' Guide to Life by Frances Ryan review countering the stereotypes

Frances Ryan's latest book highlights personal and political challenges faced by disabled women, emphasizing the societal barriers affecting their daily lives.
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago

Coyote Valley Open Space concerned about funding for accessible trail project amid federal cuts

Craig and Kathy Sutherland both love exploring the Coyote Valley Open Space Preserve near San Jose, facing challenges with accessibility on the trail.
SF parents
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Private school VAT 'discriminatory', court hears

Lord Pannick, representing affected families, stated that the government's VAT on private school fees interferes with the fundamental right to education, especially for children with SEND.
UK politics
fromTNW | Ecosystems
2 months ago

European Accessibility Act risks becoming a box-ticking exercise

With the compliance deadline for the European Accessibility Act (EAA) fast approaching, companies are urgently trying to ensure their websites meet the requirements of the EU directive.
UX design
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

Not Neurodiversity, But Neuroharmony

Happiness is not merely a matter of inclusion or welfare, but significantly tied to one's meaningful contributions to society, suggesting that true fulfillment arises from active participation.
Europe politics
Social media marketing
from404 Media
2 months ago

People Are Using AI to Create Influencers With Down Syndrome Who Sell Nudes

AI is being used to steal content from creators, deepfaking faces to portray Down syndrome.
The practice represents a growing industry that fetishizes disability for profit.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Liz Kendall unveils UK benefits cuts set to leave many sick and disabled worse off

The UK government plans substantial benefits cuts affecting sick and disabled individuals, with a focus on balancing the budget and supporting job re-entry.
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago

Stephen Nolan thrown out of fry cafe after confrontation with owner over online post mocking obese people

Mark Young's social media post promoted disrespect towards mobility scooter users, sparking outrage and highlighting the ongoing stigmatization of disabled individuals.
Social media marketing
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Starmer to drive through welfare cuts that could affect UK's most severely disabled

Welfare cuts proposed by Keir Starmer could deeply affect over 600,000 severely disabled individuals, averaging £675 monthly loss.
Eligibility for Personal Independent Payments will tighten despite backlash.
France news
fromThe Local France
2 months ago

Your rights in France with a guide dog or assistance animal

Assistance dogs in France are legally allowed access to public spaces, yet misunderstandings about the law persist.
US Elections
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Disabled voters in this state are no longer allowed to receive ballots by email

Disabled individuals in Wisconsin cannot receive absentee ballots via email as ruled by the appeals court,
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