A Second Trump Shock To Programs For Seniors And People With Disabilities
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A Second Trump Shock To Programs For Seniors And People With Disabilities (forbes.com)
The Trump administration has cut by more than 40% the staff that oversees critical programs for older adults and people with disabilities who live at home.
Teaching Disability History VIRTUAL Conference (emergingamerica.org)
April 15, 2025 - Teach Disability History VIRTUAL Conference - 5:00-7:30 pm Eastern Time
‘A pain in the ass’: Northampton school leaders caught on hot mic disparaging dad who pushed for his disabled kid’s rights (bostonglobe.com)
In the exchange, caught by a transcription app, unnamed speakers admit to denying special education services.
Webby Awards (vote.webbyawards.com)
Public Service & Activism
Webby Awards (vote.webbyawards.com)
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging
NIH Cuts, Priorities, and "We regret to inform you..." (curiouser-gita.blogspot.com)
A travel, photo, hiking, and science blog with lots of animals.
Reader's View: Protect coverage for teens with disabilities (duluthnewstribune.com)
Proposed fees could exceed $1,000 per month
Federal Cuts Hit Wisconsin Addiction Treatment, Public Health (urbanmilwaukee.com)
Federal government pulls back on grant funding as DHHS fires thousands of employees.
How To Be Disabled and Proud (penguin.co.uk)
A warm, funny and empowering guide to what you can expect growing up disabled, written by disabled journalist and mum Cathy Reay.
Theatre for All (queenstheatre.org)
Queens Theatre is thrilled to announce the 8th annual Theatre for All Actor Training program! We will be hosting the 5 day In-person TFA Intensive in April 2025. This opportunity is for actors with so…
Vaccines Under Pressure: Navigating the Ongoing Challenges (doctorsforamerica.org)
It is essential for healthcare professionals to actively ensure that sound science remains at the forefront of vaccines.
Illinois legislators considers new bill to limit the scope of waivers for students with disabilities (chalkbeat.org)
Illinois special education advocates are pushing state lawmakers to pass a bill to limit the scope of waivers, which are signed once parents and a school district come to an agreement on services for students with disabilities. Advocates say some parents sign away their rights.
The “Code of Silence” and the “Expert Deaf Lip Reader” Stereotype (filmdis.com)
Code of Silence is England’s newest up-and-coming crime drama starring Rose Ayling-Ellis, who you might recognize as the first deaf contestant in BBC’s Strictly Come Dancing. The synopsis is described as “a deaf worker from the police canteen is called-in as an emergency lip reader for an investigation.” Once she’s in, she ends up getting deeper and deeper into the world of crime.
The stand-up comic and sitcom star joked with Steve Kmetko about her "smooth neck" on his podcast
“if you’ve been involved in good science, you have got nothing to worry about” Why did you lie, Mr. Kennedy? (leftbrainrightbrain.co.uk)
We have recently seen a huge layoff at HHS. It’s amazing to think that just 2 months ago, Robert Kennedy was saying this wouldn’t happen.
The European Network on Independent Living – ENIL and the Validity Foundation welcome the adoption of the concluding observations on the combined second and third periodic reports of the European Union by the United Nations Committee on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD Committee). In the concluding observations, adopted on 18 March, the CRPD Committee highlighted its concerns and formulated recommendations in relation to the implementation of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD) in the European Union.
Equal access to digital tech could improve heart health (disabilityinsider.com)
The use of technology-based health solutions, such as fitness trackers, smartwatches and mobile health apps, has shown potential to help people improve management of their cardiovascular health. However, people affected by adverse social drivers of health face barriers in accessing health care including these new technologies, and interventions are needed to broaden access and improve cardiovascular health for all, according to a new scientific statement published today in the American Heart Association’s flagship, peer-reviewed journal Circulation.
Myanmar Earthquake: Risk of waterborne disease outbreak grows after rains (disabilityinsider.com)
Heavy rains that struck Mandalay and Sagaing – the epicentre of the recent earthquake in Myanmar – at the weekend have further complicated the humanitarian situation. The existing lack of sanitation and clean water is now increasing the risk of waterborne diseases, said Oxfam.
Recovering our dreams (disabilitydebrief.org)
A dispatch from the Global Disability Summit
How do Hotel Owners and Senior Leaders Really Feel about Accessibility? (travelabilityinsider.com)
Each year, the TravelAbility Summit brings together travel professionals, entrepreneurs, and disability advocates to explore emerging trends, challenges, and solutions in making travel more accessible for all. Last year’s summit included a panel of hotel leaders who discussed their experiences and perspectives on accessibility in hotels, emphasizing its importance and the industry’s challenges in implementing inclusive practices.
Jonathan Sterne Obituary (1970 - 2025) (legacy.com)
View Jonathan Sterne's obituary, send flowers and sign the guestbook.
Field Lessons — Disability Justice Project (disabilityjusticeproject.org)
In Uganda, One Farmer Turns His Home into a Story of Resilience in a Changing Climate
From Alison Kopit, Access Dramaturg (playwrightshorizons.org)
Hold Me in the Water is a subtler show than some of Ryan’s previous work. In the rehearsal room, we’ve sometimes used the word “elegant” to describe it. Whereas Ryan has often worked in vignettes, Hold Me is a single narrative arc, beginning to end. And because creative access works in concert with the personality of a play, we found an elegant tone for access to match its flow.
Review: Seeking a Date but Finding Hypocrisy in ‘Hi, Are You Single?’ (Published 2021) (nytimes.com)
All Ryan J. Haddad wants is a boyfriend. But his pride — or is it his prospects’ prejudice? — keeps getting in the way.
Playwright's Perspective: Ryan J. Haddad (playwrightshorizons.org)
I’m sitting in a circle at Fordham University, a guest artist in Daniel Alexander Jones’ solo performance class. There’s time left at the end of my discussion with Daniel’s students, so I prime them for two offerings: “One is funny. And one is romantic.”
The Little Prince: A Physical Theatre Adaptation (passemuraille.ca)
Join us on a journey through the stars with The Little Prince, brought to life through the dynamic fusion of physical theatre, Visual Vernacular (VV), American Sign Language (ASL), breathtaking vertical dance, and immersive projection design. This reimagined adaptation of Antoine de Saint-Exupéry’s timeless tale transcends spoken language, weaving a visually stunning narrative that speaks directly to the heart. Led by visionary Deaf artist and storyteller Landon Krentz, this performance invites audiences into a world where communication transcends words, and every gesture tells a story. Follow the little prince as he ventures across whimsical planets, meeting inhabitants and uncovering profound lessons about love, belonging, and the human spirit.
A Message From Our Board - Inclusive Arts Vermont (inclusiveartsvermont.org)
A photo of a sunset with pink and orange skies at the bottom. The top is a blueish purple. Purple and white clouds are scattered throughout. White text: “A Message From Our Board.” The IAV logo is in the top left corner.
UPDATE: RECOVER Long COVID pathobiology grants restored (thesicktimes.org)
Long COVID research grants from the National Institutes of Health’s RECOVER program will be restored following news stories about their abrupt cancellations and advocacy to restore the funding, according to patient representatives in the initiative.
The Squeaky Wheel (ablezine.substack.com)
After its SNL-style TV debut in Canada, the magazine's founder, Steven Verdile, shares why silliness and the absurd create the best hot takes on the disabled experience.
Call for Applications! Cultural Access Collaborative Steering Committee '25-'27 (culturalaccesscollaborative.org)
Cultural Access Collaborative seeks new members for its Steering Committee. You may apply by May 15, 2025. This is an unpaid, volunteer position.
Arts and Disability (arts.gov.au)
More information on the Plan, and the Co‑Design Working Group of disabled artists and arts workers who informed its development can be found by clicking on the ‘Equity: the Arts and Disability Associated Plan' tile below.
Expression of Interest—Implementation Advisory Group for Equity: the Arts and Disability Associated Plan (arts.gov.au)
Are you a d/Deaf or disabled artist or arts worker interested in providing advice to guide the implementation, monitoring and evaluation of activities under Equity: the Arts and Disability Associated Plan (the Plan)?
OPEN CALL: LEONARDO CRIPTECH AI LAB 2025 (leonardo.info)
Open Call for Participants: Leonardo CripTech AI Lab 2025 A virtual creative incubator that utilizes community-driven digital and new media art projects to engage, critique and reimagine the relationship between disability and artificial intelligence. Leonardo CripTech Incubator is an art and technology program for disability innovation. Encompassing labs, workshops, fellowships, presentations, publication, and education, this innovation incubator is a community platform for disabled artists to engage and remake creative technologies through the lens of accessibility.
Sustaining Us: Plain English Workshop (disabilityculturalcenter.org)
Whether you are an academic, activist, small business owner, creative, or just someone seeking to be understood – Noemí Martínez Turrull is here to help. Join Noemí for a collaborative workshop on applying principles of plain language. They will start with a brief presentation and demonstration before facilitating a working session so you can practice your skills and ask questions in real time. Bring a piece of writing you’ve been working on or use one of our examples. Folks are welcome to join at any level of participation that feels good.
Building a Neurodivergent Future (bioeng.berkeley.edu)
Please join us for UC Berkeley’s first Neurodiversity Symposium: Building a Neurodivergent Future!
The Look Book Goes to the Rink at Rockefeller Center (curbed.com)
We chatted with tourists and season-pass holders on a Sunday afternoon.
In Memoriam: David Linton, Vivacious Communication and Media Arts Professor (mmm.edu)
Marymount Manhattan College is saddened by the death of David Linton, Ph.D., professor emeritus of communication and media arts. Dr. Linton will be remembered for his gregarious personality, his impassioned dedication to his students, and his wide-ranging research. He passed away on December 1, 2024.
Jonathan Sterne on his book, Diminished Faculties (campanthropology.org)
Toni Nieminen: First, congratulations on Diminished Faculties, what a wonderful read it was! I find your form of writing very interesting. The mixing of different voices and genre-specific stances, that you flag through linguistic and stylistic means, is such a creative way to engage with the reflexivity of one’s positionality as a researcher. Two examples stand out: in chapter three you provide counterexamples to the historically and ideologically constructed, yet compulsorily imagined connection between voice and the mouth, by constructing an imaginary art exhibition (where the reader is being seduced by textually expressed sensorial nuances) and then you end the book by providing an impairment handbook to the reader rather than a conventional conclusory discussion. Both passages are brilliant. Could you elaborate on where you came up with the idea to style your book in this way, where are you drawing inspiration from? What possibilities for and limits to academic writing does such a form gesture at?
Los Angeles Spoonie Collective (spooniecollective.org)
The Los Angeles Spoonie Collective is composed of disabled, neurodivergent, and chronically ill LGBTQIA+ community members within the Los Angeles area (Tongva land). We offer virtual and in-person workshops and panel discussions on the intersections of race, gender, and disability, disability justice, feminist theory, and more.
Living With FND Through Adolescence (criplife.co.uk)
Liam Virgo shares his personal journey with Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) — from sudden paralysis and years in bed to slowly regaining mobility. Read his story to help raise awareness of FND.
Independent (Living) Media: A fresh lens on disability representation (enil.eu)
Independent (Living) Media is a year-long project which started in January 2025 and is being implemented by the ENIL Youth Network, co-funded by the annual grant from Council of Europe’s European Youth Foundation (EYF). This project aims to tackle the representation, misrepresentation and stereotypes around disability in the media, through a series of activities for young people aged 16 to 35.
Removing Barriers: the board game that educates about disabling barriers (disabilityhorizons.com)
'Removing Barriers' board game uses play to educate about accessibility—and discover current tools promoting disability inclusion in 2025.
Disability minister on controversial benefit cuts (bbc.co.uk)
Disability minister Sir Stephen Timms on £5bn planned benefit cuts
Celebrating 10 years of My Blurred World (myblurredworld.com)
Ten years ago, on the 4th of April 2015, to be exact, I clicked ‘publish’ on my very first blog post. A whole decade’s worth of ramblings, thoughts captured and memories made here in my corner of the internet.
2025 Invisible Disabilities Walk & Roll - See the Invisible (invisibledisabilities.org)
Imagine a world where the challenges faced by those living with invisible disabilities are not only acknowledged but actively supported. What if we actually See the Invisible? This May, the Invisible Disabilities® Association (IDA) invites you to be a part of making that vision a reality through the annual 2025 Invisible Disabilities® Walk & Roll. This empowering event offers a unique opportunity for individuals, families, friends, business, schools and supporters worldwide to come together, raise awareness, and show solidarity with the millions who live daily with conditions that are not readily apparent.
Amadou Bagayoko, Half of Malian Duo Who Went Global, Dies at 70 (nytimes.com)
As Amadou & Mariam, he and his wife were improbable pop stars on two counts. Their style was venturesome and eclectic, and they were blind virtuosos.
James Terence Fisher: RFK Jr., autism and long-debunked theories (leftbrainrightbrain.co.uk)
The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette has an article by James Terence Fisher: RFK Jr., autism and long-debunked theories. If I start quoting, I’ll copy the whole article. So, I’ll just recommend you follow the link and read the article in place.
A view on disability leave that you probably haven't seen before (wheelieoutthere.blogspot.com)
I remember the quiet, so pristine I wished I could bottle it. It was my first week on Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). I couldn’t believe I didn’t have to go in to work: No more taking 3 hours to get ready, then driving 45 minutes downtown, parking and struggling to reach my desk on the 14th floor in time. I didn’t have to do any of that, only heal. My apartment was so silent and still that the air was almost ringing.
1 in 10 people feel NHS has caused them harm, study finds (disabilityinsider.com)
Almost 1 in 10 people say the NHS has caused them physical or emotional harm, according to a study from the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine (LSHTM) and the University of Oxford.
World failing persons with disabilities: UN (disabilityinsider.com)
Although persons with disabilities represent a sizeable 16 per cent of the world’s population, they still experience a range of health inequities, including premature deaths, poorer health outcomes, and higher disease risk when compared to the general population.
Morocco adopts decree on disability (disabilityinsider.com)
Morocco’s cabinet approved Draft Decree No. 2.25.265 on April 3, setting the minimum amounts for disability and old-age pensions provided by the National Social Security Fund (CNSS), government spokesperson Mustapha Baitas announced, as reported by Hespress.
Dubai Autism Center launches 19th awareness campaign (disabilityinsider.com)
Under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Defence, and Chairman of The Executive Council of Dubai, the Dubai Autism Center launched its 19th month-long Autism Awareness Campaign on 2 April – World Autism Awareness Day.
How I became a confident disability advocate (lifeofablindgirl.com)
Taking to the internet to share my experiences of living as a disabled person naturally involves a lot of advocacy. But I haven’t always been a confident advocate, so I’m sharing my story of how I changed that.
When the Weight of the World Feels Heavy – A Reflection on Disability, Inclusion, and Collective Resilience (martynsibley.com)
Over the past few months, I’ve experienced some deeply challenging moments, both personally and professionally. From unexpected health setbacks to painful logistical barriers during travel, the kind that strip away your basic dignity, I’ve had to pause, regroup, and find my way forward again.
Member Spotlight: Alyssa Brown Aims to Make a Difference (mydiversability.com)
Alyssa Brown is a disabled content creator who aims to make a difference through content by sharing her experiences.
Fable England’s Charming New Peter Rabbit Collection (fashioneyesta.com)
As you know, I’m very much a firm believer in the power of dopamine dressing — that beautiful act of wearing what brings us joy, comfort, and a sense of self. And truly, nothing gives me such joy as being able to wear a piece of jewellery inspired by one of my most beloved childhood authors.
A Day in the Life of a Fibromyalgia Sufferer (urevolution.com)
An honest look at daily life with fibromyalgia—fatigue, pain, flares, and hope. A personal story with tips, yoga insights, and more.
Netflix ER Drama Pulse Shines by Including Authentic Disability Representation (newmobility.com)
As a team of injured soccer players is brought into the emergency room on stretchers, Harper Simms rolls next to one of the teenagers to evaluate him.
Autistic stimming explained – and why stopping it can lead to burnout (theconversation.com)
Many autistic people engage repetitive movements, sounds, or actions that help them regulate their emotions and sensory experiences.
48. Inclusion...Now What? With MCIE's Carolyn Teigland & Tim Villegas (dianapastoracarson.com)
In this episode of Beyond Awareness: Disability Awareness That Matters, Diana Pastora Carson has a conversation with Carolyn Teigland, Chief Executive Officer, and Tim Villegas, Director of Communications, of the Maryland Coalition for Inclusive Education (MCIE). They discuss changes in the...
Advocacy Tools & Resources - Tash.org (tash.org)
Find My Member of Congress Tool
Trump’s DEI Undoing Undermines Accommodations for Disabled People - California Healthline (californiahealthline.org)
From halting diversity programs that benefit disabled workers to making federal staffing cuts, the Trump administration has taken a slew of actions that harm people with disabilities.
Conservative states will be hit hardest by Title X family planning cut (19thnews.org)
The Trump administration’s cuts to Title X could disrupt medical services for close to a million people, predominantly low-income Americans.
Disability Film Analysis Tools | libcom.org (libcom.org)
Representations of disabled people in media often perpetuate stereotypes that can reinforce prejudice and lead to the marginalisation and oppression of disabled people. Many conventions for representing disabled people in film were formed during the eugenics movement and continue to the modern era. This document provides a toolkit for assessing and improving portrayals of disabled people in film.
March 2025 Accessibility Legal Update (convergeaccessibility.com)
An update on the latest legal accessibility developments. Learn about the Wilkins v. Starbucks case and its impact on website accessibility.
Tilt Beauty Debuts in Patented Ergonomic Packaging - Beauty Packaging (beautypackaging.com)
Tilt Beauty's signature easy-open tear strip ensures hassle-free unboxing, while Braille on each box enhances accessibility for those with disabilities.
ASAN Unimpressed by White House’s 2025 “Autism Awareness Day” Announcement - Autistic Self Advocacy Network (autisticadvocacy.org)
Today, the administration announced its recognition of “World Autism Awareness Day.” This is a step backwards from the previous administration’s recognition of World Autism Acceptance Day. But this change is far from the only way the Trump administration is turning the clock back when it comes to meeting the needs…
Gender-Affirming Care in Trump's America - Clinical Advisor (clinicaladvisor.com)
The Trump administration’s anti-LGBTQ+ initiatives threaten the integrity of clinical research and the standard of patient care.
DPAC says ‘this is just the start’, after protest over ‘vile and cruel’ benefit cuts outside Downing Street – Disability News Service (disabilitynewsservice.com)
Disabled people have spoken of their anger, frustration and fear – and sense of betrayal by the Labour government – over plans to cut billions of pounds from disability benefits, as they protested …
For Immediate Release: April 2, 2025 Contact: Jess Davidson at jdavidson@aapd.com; 202-465-5528 WASHINGTON, D.C. – The American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD), the National Federation of the Blind (NFB), Deaf Equality, the National Committee to Preserve Social Security and Medicare, and Massachusetts Senior Action Council, along with individual plaintiffs, filed a federal lawsuit […]
Ex-Doctors Without Borders head says NYU lecture canceled due to fear of Trump - The Washington Post (washingtonpost.com)
Joanne Liu says her alma mater’s health system pulled her talk, which included discussions of funding cuts to humanitarian aid groups and the deaths of aid workers in Gaza.
IPC President Andrew Parsons calls for improved accessibility to further Para sport development (paralympic.org)
Speaking at the Global Disability Summit in Berlin, IPC President Andrew Parsons described Para sport as a catalyst to a more inclusive world
Disability Rights Are Under Attack! Take Action Now! (givebutter.com)
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US FDA misses deadline for decision on Novavax's COVID-19 vaccine | Reuters (reuters.com)
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has missed its deadline for making a decision on traditional approval for Novavax's COVID-19 vaccine, the company told Reuters on Wednesday.
“Jay and Pamela” and the problem with being a “good” disabled person on reality TV | Salon.com (salon.com)
“Jay and Pamela” and the problem with being a “good” disabled person on reality TV
Deaf Community Support Center in Minnesota forced to shut down due to federal cuts to Covid-19 grants — The Daily Moth (dailymoth.com)
On Wednesday, the Deaf Community Support Center in Minnesota, which is operated as an arm of Keystone Interpreting Solutions, announced that their program had their funding cut due to the Trump administration’s pulling back of $11 billion worth of Covid-19 funding that supported many organizations a
Two infants die of whooping cough in Louisiana as national case numbers climb | CNN (edition.cnn.com)
There have been 6,600 pertussis cases reported in the US in 2025, almost four times the number at this point last year.
Puzzle Pieces Evoke Negativity from the Public (thinkingautismguide.com)
If an autism organization wants to send positive messages about autism, a study shows they should NOT use puzzle pieces.
Wisconsinites living with disabilities brace for potential Medicaid cuts (wmtv15news.com)
Medicaid provides over one million people in Wisconsin with health care coverage.
sabeusa.org (sabeusa.org)
Autistic Women & Nonbinary Network (AWN) (awnnetwork.org)
Neurodiversity is for Everyone ™
Autistic Self Advocacy Network (autisticadvocacy.org)
Nothing About Us Without Us
Before You Donate to Autism Speaks, Consider the Facts (autisticadvocacy.org)
Very little money donated to Autism Speaks goes toward helping autistic people and families.
NAD - National Association of the Deaf (nad.org)
States With Menopause Laws | KCM (katiecouric.com)
One in four states have proposed menopause bills, including legislation that requires insurance coverage for menopause treatment.
Advocacy 101 - Challenging an Agency's Denial or Reduction of Your Medicaid Services - Disability Rights Florida (disabilityrightsflorida.org)
How to challenge a denial or reduction of a Medicaid State Plan or Medicaid Waiver service
A city responding to a lead crisis in schools reached out to the CDC for help. The agency’s lead experts were just fired | CNN (edition.cnn.com)
A CDC team helping respond to a lead crisis in Milwaukee schools was cut as part of a widespread layoffs at federal health agencies this week.
‘Finally, someone gets it!’ The TV invention that could revolutionise viewing for disabled people | Television | The Guardian (theguardian.com)
There’s been no innovation in accessible TV since the 90s. That’s why we created the personalised service Ultra Access, so everyone can tweak how they watch based on their own needs
PL Stories: Neurodiversity Uncovered, hosted by Tim Howard - NBC Sports (nbcsports.com)
Tim Howard takes a tour of the United Kingdom to speak with former and current players who, like him, face the challenges of being neurodivergent.
Deaths in Maryland drug treatment still haunt families - The Baltimore Banner (thebaltimorebanner.com)
One mother of a former federal contractor who died while in PHA Healthcare’s housing said authorities should close the program permanently and punish its operators.
STATEMENT RELEASE: Doctors for America Condemns HHS Cuts - Doctors for America (doctorsforamerica.org)
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Doctors for America PO Box: 21161 2300 18th St NW Lbby Washington, DC 20009-9996 March 28, 2025 Doctors for America Condemns HHS Cuts WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S....
San Quentin inmates reunite with puppies they raised into service dogs | AP News (apnews.com)
There were big smiles, hugs, tears and lots of tail wagging inside San Quentin’s prison recently. All the emotions came together when two black Labradors reunited with the incarcerated men who raised them as puppies and helped them prepare to become service dogs. The reunion brought together two inmates with the 2-year-old dogs they helped train as puppies. They also met the dogs' disabled handlers. The encounter last week in San Quentin’s main courtyard brought Chase Benoit and Jared Hansen full circle after they helped launch the prison’s puppy training program in April 2023.
Chapter 1 | Change, Not Charity: The Americans with Disabilities Act | AMERICAN EXPERIENCE | PBS - YouTube (youtube.com)
View a version with extended audio description here:
a version with on-screen ASL interpretation here:
Forgotten and abandoned, young disabled people are fighting back against cuts through a new collective – Disability News Service (disabilitynewsservice.com)
Hundreds of “forgotten” and “abandoned” young disabled people across the country have taken part in peaceful protests against government cuts to disability benefits, as part of a new movement of ac…
Public Health Risks of Urban Wildfire Smoke Prompt Push for More Monitoring - California Healthline (californiahealthline.org)
As the fires burned in Los Angeles, scientists and local air regulators deployed monitors to measure the levels of heavy metals, carcinogens, and other toxic substances released into the air when homes, buildings, and cars burned. They hope their efforts will inform ongoing cleanup efforts and protect the public in future fires.
Brain-to-voice neuroprosthesis restores naturalistic speech - Berkeley Engineering (engineering.berkeley.edu)
AI-based model streams intelligible speech from the brain in real time
Paraquad | Making Independence Accessible (paraquad.org)
To find support as a caregiver, recognize how the role changes you : NPR (npr.org)
Helping a sick family member over months or years can be an enormous strain. It can also disrupt your identity. Psychologists say embracing this change can open up new ways for caregivers to cope.
‘If They Cut Too Much, People Will Die’: Health Coalition Pushes GOP on Medicaid Funding - California Healthline (californiahealthline.org)
As House Republicans mull a massive $880 billion cut from federal programs likely including Medicaid, constituents, disability advocates, and health care providers are joining forces to lobby GOP members in California — including those who represent rural, deeply conservative pockets that stand to lose the most.
Texas School for the Deaf worries about shortage of teachers entering the field (dallasnews.com)
Officials estimate about 300 new college graduates enter the deaf education workforce nationwide each year.
Federal food assistance cuts would crush 1.8M NYers, city officials say - Gothamist (gothamist.com)
City officials estimate the cuts could be worth $870 million a year in benefits.
Doctor Behind Award-Winning Parkinson’s Research Among Scientists Purged From NIH | WIRED (wired.com)
Leading scientists at the National Institutes of Health, the US’s leading medical research agency, were swept up Tuesday in the Trump administration's latest firing blitz.
RIT/NTID announces launch of InterpNET resource database | RIT (rit.edu)
RIT/NTID announces the launch of InterpNET, a resource database for educators and students anyone interested in expanding their knowledge.
Minnesota's Medicaid director says program cuts would be "impossible" - CBS Minnesota (cbsnews.com)
The Trump administration wants to reup President Trump's tax cuts of 2017, which are set to expire this year. In order to do that, U.S. Congress would have to cut Medicaid in every state.
He Had Short-Term Health Insurance. His Colonoscopy Bill: $7,000. - California Healthline (californiahealthline.org)
After leaving his job to launch his own business, an Illinois man opted for a six-month health insurance plan. When he needed a colonoscopy, he thought it would cover most of the bill. Then he learned his plan’s limited benefits would cost him plenty.
Health Equity – Down Syndrome International (ds-int.org)
HHS Announces Sweeping Cuts That Threaten Access to Critical Services - Medicare Rights Center (medicarerights.org)
Earlier today, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced an alarming plan to shrink and restructure the agency in ways that would put access to critical services and supports at risk for millions of Americans. The plan continues DOGE’s ongoing efforts to advance the Trump administration’s agenda of making significant cuts across […]
The Evidence on Vaccines and Autism | Johns Hopkins | Bloomberg School of Public Health (publichealth.jhu.edu)
How a retracted study from the 1990s led to a persistent myth about vaccines.
Dr. Peter Marks—FDA’s Top Vaccine Official—Resigns Over RFK Jr. (forbes.com)
Marks offered his resignation while citing Kennedy’s “misinformation and lies” and an “unprecedented assault on scientific truth” impacting public health.
Before talking about autism, listen to families | The Transmitter: Neuroscience News and Perspectives (thetransmitter.org)
Scientists should phrase their findings to be sensitive to the dignity and needs of people with autism.
Bill would expand education benefits for children of disabled veterans (kfgo.com)
Minnesota children of disabled veterans may soon receive more education benefits under a new Senate proposal.
The Mindchanger Workout - Rio 2016 (youtube.com)
We put hidden cameras in somaWe put hidden cameras in some Rio de Janeiro GYMs. But our intention was not to do a social experiment. We just wanted to show the pure reality. And reality is that seeing a Para-athlete up close is astonishing.
15 Things People With Disabilities Would Like You to Know (good.is)
This is very helpful!
Stop Excluding Actors With Disabilities (backstage.com)
Actors with disabilities are ready, willing, and able to work—isn’t it time to embrace diversity?
Minnesota Legislature should rethink Walz’s proposed cuts to disability services (aol.com)
Gov. Tim Walz’s proposed budget includes an array of cuts to disability waiver services, notably to the inflationary adjustment for service providers. Photo courtesy of Living Well Disability Services.
A Skeleton in the Closet by Claire Hatcher-Smith (penguinrandomhouse.com)
Twelve-year-old Mizzy wants to prove to the world that she can solve mysteries just like Sherlock Holmes, despite a reputation for tall tales. A charming new mystery series for middle-grade readers, starring a girl with Down syndrome.
Training Businesses to be Inclusive and Accessible (diverseabilities.ca)
Having a disability does not change who you are. It changes your interaction with the world. Our programs provide education and training that is delivered by people with lived experience around disability. Which of our programs will benefit you?
Many People With Disabilities Risk Losing Medicaid If They Work Too Much (disabilityscoop.com)
As politicians demand that more Medicaid recipients work, many people with disabilities say their state programs' income and asset caps force them to limit work hours or turn down promotions.
HHS Layoffs Likely To Have Ripple Effect On Disability Programs Nationwide (disabilityscoop.com)
Mass firings at a federal agency supporting community living efforts for people with disabilities are fueling concerns that funding will be disrupted and programs could be forced to close.
With New Initiative, Video Game Makers Highlight Accessibility (disabilityscoop.com)
Microsoft, Nintendo and other big players in the world of video games are banding together to make it easier for people with disabilities to know if games are accessible.
Deaf Way Film Festival 2025 (filmfreeway.com)
In celebration of Gallaudet University’s historic Deaf Way Festival, we are excited to highlight a weekend of films that showcase the work of Deaf and Hard o...
Stop Mask Bans. Defend our human right to mask protection. (actionnetwork.org)
Mask Bans won’t stop crime. Instead, mask bans will greatly harm our country’s infection control against contagious diseases! Mask Bans are disability injustice, discrimination and violation of human rights. Defend our right to mask protection. Write to U.S. officials to ask them to prohibit Mask Banning and provide mitigation tools instead. #StopMaskBans
Texas school for the deaf worries about shortage (texarkanagazette.com)
Life changes quickly (carlyfindlay.com.au)
It was life changing and I am currently focusing on writing up what I learnt in South Africa, and picking up work with the brand where I left off.
GEMS CAR CHATS: PIP is Changing! What You Need to Know (youtube.com)
In this video Im breaking down the potential changes the government want to make to PIP (Personal Independence payment) I'm squashing some stereotypes, and talking about what we can do going forward.
Surf therapy for children with disabilities: how it’s changing lives in South Africa (theconversation.com)
Surf therapy can change the lives of children with disabilities.
Defining and Delivering Independence for People with a Disability | by David Banes | Apr, 2025 | Medium (davebanesaccess.medium.com)
When discussing independence, we often think about doing things on our own, making our own decisions, and living life on our own terms. But for people with disabilities, independence can mean…
Film on boy's rare disability nominated for Bafta (ca.news.yahoo.com)
George Tappenden, 13, from Tunbridge Wells, says he wants to use his disability to "make change".
Autism is different ability, not a disability - The Tribune (tribuneindia.com)
World Autism Day (April 2).
Iceland built 1,756 wheelchair ramps in the past 4 years. Why can’t other countries do that? - Fast Company (fastcompany.com)
Haraldur “Halli” Thorleifsson has helped build thousands of ramps across Iceland. Now, he wants to bring accessibility to other countries.
Students explore equity, accessibility through boxing spectacle – The Brock News (brocku.ca)
A heavyweight boxing match between former world champion Mike Tyson and social media star Jake Paul, livestreamed by Netflix and attended by more than 70,000 fans at AT&T Stadium, has become the focus of an innovative classroom case study ...
Dr. Jovan Vuksic has post-traumatic stress disorder stemming from his days working in British Columbia hospitals. Now a practising pediatrician in Prince Edward Island, he says a conflict with Health P.E.I. over when and where he can work is forcing him to leave the province.
Cross Eye Comics: sharing my story through out-of-this-world art – BlindNewWorld (blindnewworld.org)
Doug Knight, legally blind creator of Cross Eye Comics, uses his lived experience to create unique art and out-of-this-world stories
The Spex Constructa Cushion Offers Fully Customizable Postural Support - New Mobility (newmobility.com)
The Constructa Cushion line from Spex Seating is a new family of foam cushions with a modular design that can be customized to meet complex postural needs for…
Holding a Place in Line – Inclusion Press (inclusion.com)
Safeguards Letter. Landis. Holding a Place in LineDownload
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'I was really shocked': MP John McDonnell on plans for benefit cuts
Another Poet of Stone Soup – Inclusion Press (inclusion.com)
Safeguards Letter. Sandra Landis. Stone SoupDownload
About Natural Consequences – Inclusion Press (inclusion.com)
About Natural Consequences. Sandra LandisDownload
Functional Neurological Disorder Fact Sheet - Jo Southall, Independent OT (jboccupationaltherapy.co.uk)
Anais, OT student has created a fact sheet all about Functional Neurological Disorder or FND and how Occupational Therapy can help.
Hidden Children – Inclusion Press (inclusion.com)
Sandra Landis Hidden Children #11 1989Download
Landmarks light up for World Autism Awareness Day, grants open - Disability Insider (disabilityinsider.com)
Iconic landmarks across Adelaide will light up in a spectrum of colours today to acknowledge autistic and autism communities, with South Australians encouraged to celebrate World Autism Awareness Day and share their photos on social media.
WHO urges action on dementia among refugees and migrants - Disability Insider (disabilityinsider.com)
The World Health Organization (WHO) has launched a new report, Dementia in refugees and migrants: epidemiology, public health implications and global health responses, which synthesizes the latest global evidence on the factors affecting the health and care of displaced populations and offers policy considerations to address these challenges. This is the sixth report in the Global Evidence Review on Health and Migration (GEHM) series.
Robert Kennedy and Radical Transparency? My ass. | Left Brain Right Brain (leftbrainrightbrain.co.uk)
I wonder what the Kennedy clan think now. I wonder what people in his father’s generation would think of a Kennedy actively working to hide information from American citizens. I can’t s…
Guest Blog: My Top Disabled Celebrity Interviews | Crip Life™ (criplife.co.uk)
Explore Emma Purcell’s expertise in disabled celebrity interviews, featuring stars from TV, sport, and advocacy. From BBC’s Lucy Martin to comedian Alex Brooker and Paralympians, discover powerful stories that amplify disabled voices.
Inspirational Hamilton Quotes from the Broadway Musical – URevolution (urevolution.com)
“Dying is easy, young man. Living is harder.” George Washington, Hamilton: An American Musical In this article, Brendan McDonald explores powerful and inspirational Hamilton quotes through a DEI lens, connecting the musical’s messages to real-life experiences of chronic illness, disability, and mental health. Featuring some of the best lines from Hamilton and deeply reflective Hamilton play quotes, this piece highlights how the show’s lyrics inspire resilience, authenticity, and justice. From “I am not throwing away my shot” to “Dying is easy, living is harder,” these quotes from Hamilton the musical speak to anyone seeking love, hope, equity, or healing in a world that doesn’t always make room for them. Explore the Best Hamilton Broadway Quotes 1. "I am not throwing away my shot." 2. "I am the one thing in life I can control." 3. "Legacy. What is a legacy? It’s planting seeds in a garden you never get to see." 4. "Dying is easy, young man. Living is harder." 5. "There's a million things I haven't done, but just you wait." 6. "Immigrants, we get the job done!" 7. "You have no control: who lives, who dies, who tells your story." 8. "I write my way out." 9. "He is working through the unimaginable." 10. "Best of wives and best of women." More Inspirational Hamilton Quotes: Lessons in Identity, Justice, and Belonging 11. "I am the one thing in life I can control. I am inimitable, I am an original." 12. "Love doesn’t discriminate between the sinners and the saints." 13. "Look at where you are. Look at where you started. The fact that you're alive is a miracle. Just stay alive, that would be enough." 14. "Rise up!" 15. "Life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. We fought for these ideals, we shouldn't settle for less." 16. "I wanna be in the room where it happens." 17. "Look around, look around at how lucky we are to be alive right now." 18. "You want a revolution? I want a revelation. So, listen to my declaration: 'We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal.' And when I meet Thomas Jefferson, I’m a’ compel him to include women in the sequel!" 19. "We push away what we can never understand. We push away the unimaginable." 20. "The plan is to fan this spark into a flame." 21. "When you got skin in the game, you stay in the game. But you don’t get a win unless you play in the game." Bonus: Lin-Manuel Miranda Inspirational Quotes Frequently Asked Questions About Hamilton Quotes & Their Meaning Why Hamilton Quotes Still Matter When I first watched Hamilton—the filmed Broadway version—during the COVID lockdown, I didn’t connect with it. Maybe it was the heaviness of the moment or the fog of personal exhaustion. But my wife, Corinne Gray, eventually convinced me to see the show live in London a few years later with my daughter. That evening changed everything. From the first line to the final bow, I was riveted. More than a musical, Hamilton became a mirror reflecting my own battles with purpose, resilience, and belonging. As someone living with cancer, chronic illness, and mental health challenges, I’ve come to see Hamilton through a deeply personal lens. The characters fight to be heard, to be remembered, to shape their futures. And in that struggle, I saw something familiar: the fight for dignity that so many people with chronic illness or disability face every day. These inspirational Hamilton quotes don’t just entertain—they empower. They remind us that our stories matter, especially when the world tries to erase or ignore them. At URevolution, we believe in centering the voices of people often left out of the narrative. Whether you're neurodivergent, chronically ill, disabled, or navigating mental health challenges, you're not alone. This article is for those of us rising up—those working toward a more inclusive world, one where identity, illness, and adversity are not barriers, but part of what makes us strong. If you want to explore this more, check out our guide on how to be inclusive. Let’s dive into the quotes that continue to inspire me, and maybe you, too. Explore URevolution’s Equity Clothing Collection, where fashion meets a message of equality, justice, and sustainability 1. "I am not throwing away my shot." —Alexander Hamilton, “My Shot” Perhaps the most famous quote from Hamilton, this line has become a rallying cry for seizing opportunity and striving for greatness. If you’ve ever hesitated before taking a risk, this quote dares you to act. Hamilton refuses to be passive. He’s bold, hungry, and unapologetically ambitious—traits that drove him from poverty in the Caribbean to shaping the foundation of the United States. Key takeaway:Stop waiting for the perfect moment. Take your shot. Even if it scares you. Especially if it scares you. 2. "I am the one thing in life I can control." —Alexander Hamilton, “The World Was Wide Enough” This is one of my favorite inspirational Hamilton quotes. The line echoes the core of Stoic philosophy, famously expressed by Marcus Aurelius: “You have power over your mind, not outside events. Realize this, and you will find strength.” Like the Stoics, Hamilton acknowledges that control over external chaos is an illusion—but mastery of the self is always within reach. In a turbulent world, this quote is a call to focus on what matters: your character, your choices, and your mindset. Key takeaway:True power lies in self-mastery. In a world of uncertainty, control your response—and you control your destiny. Inspirational Hamilton quote: “I am the one thing in life I can control.” — Aaron Burr 3. "Legacy. What is a legacy? It’s planting seeds in a garden you never get to see." —Alexander Hamilton, “The World Was Wide Enough” This poetic reflection on legacy is one of the most profound Hamilton Broadway quotes. It's a reminder that the most meaningful contributions we make may not bear fruit in our lifetime, but they still matter. Hamilton lived with urgency because he understood that legacy is not about ego—it's about impact. Key takeaway:Live and act today with tomorrow in mind. Great legacies are built one selfless act at a time. 4. "Dying is easy, young man. Living is harder." —George Washington, “The Reynolds Pamphlet” This iconic line, one of the most emotionally charged Hamilton quotes, hits deep. It reminds us that the real challenge isn’t giving up—it’s showing up, day after day, when life is hard, uncertain, or heartbreaking. Key takeaway:True courage is found in living with intention, especially when it’s tough. Inspirational Hamilton quote: “Dying is easy, young man. Living is harder.” — George Washington 5. "There's a million things I haven't done, but just you wait." —Alexander Hamilton, “Alexander Hamilton” This line captures the heart of ambition and hope. Hamilton doesn’t let his past define him—he’s future-focused, always reaching for more. Key takeaway:Your story isn’t finished. No matter where you’ve been, there’s so much still ahead. 6. "Immigrants, we get the job done!" —Lafayette & Hamilton, “Yorktown (The World Turned Upside Down)” Cheered by audiences every night, this line is a celebration of immigrant identity, resilience, and contribution. It’s bold, unapologetic, and real. Key takeaway:Diversity is strength. Never let anyone tell you otherwise. Inclusive Racial Diversity T-shirt 7. "You have no control: who lives, who dies, who tells your story." —George Washington, “History Has Its Eyes on You” In one of the most powerful Hamilton quotes musical fans often reflect on, we’re reminded of the fragility of life—and the power of narrative. Key takeaway:We may not control how we’re remembered, but we can control how we live. So live honestly. Live fully. 8. "I write my way out." —Alexander Hamilton, “Hurricane” Hamilton used words to survive, to fight, to rise. Writing was his sword, his shield, his salvation. Whether you're a writer or not, this line resonates for anyone who creates, expresses, or dreams their way through struggle. Key takeaway:Your voice is your power. Use it. Express it. Set yourself free. Inspirational Hamilton quote: "I write my way out." —Alexander Hamilton 9. "He is working through the unimaginable." —Angelica Schuyler, “It’s Quiet Uptown” This hauntingly beautiful inspirational Hamilton quote acknowledges pain and grief with grace. It’s a testament to human resilience—the quiet, often invisible kind. Key takeaway:Healing is not linear, but every step forward is a triumph. 10. "Best of wives and best of women." —Alexander Hamilton, letter to Eliza, before the duel This real historical line from a letter Hamilton wrote to Eliza is featured in the musical—and it’s one of the most tender moments in the show. Key takeaway:Love, when expressed sincerely, becomes timeless. “If you can b...
Shooting yourself in the foot: Administration for Community Living dismantled | Left Brain Right Brain (leftbrainrightbrain.co.uk)
A lot of autism parents supported Donald Trump and Robert Kennedy. This is especially true of those parents who believe in the (yes, once again I’ll say it: false) idea that vaccines cause au…
AAPD and Disability Advocates Sue Social Security Administration and DOGE to Stop Unlawful Cuts to Social Security Services | Left Brain Right Brain (leftbrainrightbrain.co.uk)
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD), the National Federation of the Blind (NFB), Deaf Equality, the National Committee to Preserve Social Security and Med…
Review of Friendly Fire: A Fractured Memoir — Diversability (mydiversability.com)
Paul Rousseau’s memoir takes readers on a similar journey as the bullet that shattered not only his skull but a friendship that by all accounts was true.
Operation Dork Speed (RFK Jr’s lack of publicity skills) | Left Brain Right Brain (leftbrainrightbrain.co.uk)
Axios has an article (White House fed up with RFK Jr.’s sluggish press shop) about how Robert Kennedy’s mismanagement of press events is frustrating White House staff. The story is wort…
Let’s Talk About All Things PIP and Disability (fashioneyesta.com)
Fashioneyesta | Let’s Talk About All Things PIP and Disability
Euan's Guide | Five reasons why you should leave your first disabled access review (euansguide.com)
Discover five compelling reasons to leave your first disabled access review on Euan’s Guide. From helping others and celebrating great venues to driving real change, your review makes a difference.
Expanding Access: Micro-credentials for Spanish-First Learners - EALA (educatingalllearners.org)
This article was written and published by Marilys Galindo — March 26th, 2025
Five ways to ensure equality in the workplace | URevolution (urevolution.com)
Ensuring workplace equity goes beyond equality. Discover five practical ways to build an inclusive workplace where everyone thrives, regardless of background or identity.
Clare Balding returns as host of The National Diversity Awards for a third year! - Able Magazine (ablemagazine.co.uk)
Breaking Barriers speech - Carly Findlay (carlyfindlay.com.au)
Today I speak on Wurundjeri and Boon Wurrung lands, in the Eastern Kulin Nations. I pay my respects to First Nations elders, past and present, and I extend my friendship to any First Nations people in the room today. Thank you to Murrundindi for the incredibly beautiful Welcome to Country. As a writer and arts
Permanent Supportive Housing Spotlights Challenges After Homelessness - The New York Times (nytimes.com)
A reporter and photographer documented the lives of residents and staff at the Lenniger, a permanent supportive housing complex in New York City.
Inclusion Without Equity is an Illusion: Why DEI Must Go Deeper – URevolution (urevolution.com)
Discover why true inclusion is impossible without equity. Explore the pitfalls of performative DEI, examples of diversity without inclusion, and what authentic DEI looks like in 2025.
Disabled MPs speak of difficulties they face working in UK parliament | House of Commons | The Guardian (theguardian.com)
Commons’ modernisation committee hears from current and former members about difficulties they face in parliament
Wheelchair Users Share Air Travel Horror Stories - New Mobility (newmobility.com)
As new protections for disabled passengers have come under attack, we asked our audience to share their air travel stories. The responses show how much work…
Cambridge University Athletics Club PowerHouseGames 2025 (power2inspire.org.uk)
Embracing new sports, building confidence, and supporting each other is a powerful reminder of why inclusive sport matters. Breaking down barriers at a PowerHouseGames!
Disability Thinking Weekday - March 2025 Recap (disability-thinking-weekday.ghost.io)
4/1/25 - April Fool's Day (disability-thinking-weekday.ghost.io)
We can all use a bit of a laugh about now. Here are three links where you might find some. Subscribe or Upgrade The Squeaky Wheel The Squeaky Wheel Headline: "Recently Paralyzed Libertarian Fights for Local Business’s Right to Deny Him Entry" It's hard to keep a new disability media outlet going. So I'm impressed with the continued quality and consistency of The Squeaky Wheel. If you haven't visited the site before, go have a look at this disability version of The Onion. Comedians With D
Bindloss Dawes (enkimagazine.com)
Bindloss Dawes is an award-winning RIBA chartered architecture studio established by Oliver Bindloss and George Dawes in 2018.
4/2/25 - Current dangers, past bipartisanship, and a rare win (disability-thinking-weekday.ghost.io)
It's still all about disability advocacy today, but from some slightly different perspectives. Subscribe or Upgrade Proposed Cuts to Medicaid and Social Services Target Our Community — Here’s What We Can Do Tim Gilmer, New Mobility - March 17, 2025 "Since the age of 20 I have navigated my life in a wheelchair. In the years immediately following my paralysis from a plane crash, I depended on Social Security Supplemental Income and food stamps. During that time, with help from my employed wif
Guterres calls for equality and inclusion on Autism Awareness Day - Disability Insider (disabilityinsider.com)
UN Secretary-General António Guterres is calling for renewed commitment to create a more equal and inclusive world in his message marking World Autism Awareness Day on Tuesday.
Am I Just Fat or Do I Have Body Dysmorphia? | URevolution (urevolution.com)
Struggling with your body image? This honest story explores the blurry line between fatness and body dysmorphia.
Ein Herzschrittmacher kleiner als ein Reiskorn - Winziger Lebensretter lässt sich per Spritze einsetzen (scinexx.de)
Achtung Verwechslungsgefahr: Wäre dieser Herzschrittmacher im Miniformat weiß statt schwarz gefärbt, würde er in diesem Haufen Reiskörner gänzlich untergehen. Seine geringe Größe ist jedoch seine größte Stärke. Denn der Miniherzschrittmacher ist so klein, dass er sich per Spritze statt per Operation einsetzen lässt. Am Ende seiner Nutzungszeit wird er darüber hinaus einfach vom Körper wieder abgebaut, wie die Entwickler in „Nature“ berichten.
Disability, desire, and pleasure unlocked (wellcomecollection.org)
Roxy Murray dives into the raw, intimate truths of sex and pleasure as a disabled person, sharing an unapologetic and explicit journey through her frustrations and desires.
Creating Inclusive Workplaces for All (youtube.com)
Work isn’t working for all of us. In this powerful talk, Catarina Rivera tells us why employers and leaders have a lot of disabled employees they don’t know about, and shares how to make workplaces better for everyone by prioritizing disability inclusion. You’ll also learn 3 free and simple best practices for inclusion you can build into your culture right now. Catarina is a dynamic public speaker, DEI consultant, and content creator (@BlindishLatina). She works with companies and organizations to improve disability awareness, inclusion, and accessibility. As a disabled Latine woman, she is passionate about sharing her own unique story to help build a more inclusive world. Catarina has been featured in Thrive Global, Nasdaq, Authority Magazine, and as one of HonestCulture's Top 21 DEI Influencers.
Tell Congress: Save the Department of Education (secure.everyaction.com)
We need you to tell Congress to do their Constitutional duty and save the Department of Education for the many students with disabilities who need their rights protected!
Trump’s Trying to Gut Libraries: Fight Back with ALA (app.oneclickpolitics.com)
Late on Friday, March 14, President Trump issued an executive order attempting to dismantle the only federal agency dedicated to funding library services, the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS). Millions of people rely every day on library services and programs supported by IMLS. Now we need YOU to show up for our libraries.
The Pokémon Episode that Triggered Seizures in 685 Viewers (a11ynews.substack.com)
How poor Computer Warrior Porygon got his episode banned and Pikachu's Thunderbolt animation changed.
EU in the World 2024: EDF’s Contributions to the European Union’s External Actions (edf-feph.org)
The 2024 “EU in the World” report highlights the European Disability Forum’s (EDF) efforts to ensure that disability rights are fully integrated into European Union (EU) external action activities (i.e. EU initiatives outside its borders, including everything the EU does to promote peace, security, human rights, and development worldwide). This report outlines key advancements, challenges, and advocacy priorities over the past year, as well as future areas of focus.
International Cooperation and Humanitarian Action (edf-feph.org)
At EDF, an energetic team is working on international cooperation and humanitarian action.
PIP Cuts Will Hurt Disabled Students – How You Can Take Action (disabledstudents.co.uk)
DSUK contributor and founder of ‘Universities Against Disability Cuts’ Jenna Mae writes about their experiences of PIP, starting a new movement and how you can support in opposing the new disability cuts
Join us in celebrating the European Independent Living Day – 5th May 2025! (enil.eu)
Since 2014, the European Independent Living Day is celebrated each year on 5th May, under the slogan “Proud, Strong and Visible”.
International Disability Alliance (internationaldisabilityalliance.org)
We are an Alliance of 14 global and regional organisations of persons with disabilities. We advocate at the United Nations for a more inclusive global environment for everyone.
Global Disability Fund (globaldisabilityfund.org)
The Global Disability Fund (GDF) is a unique partnership that advances the rights of persons with disabilities around the world.
IDDC (iddcconsortium.net)
A grouping of civil organisations promoting inclusive international development and humanitarian action with a special focus on the full and effective enjoyment of human rights by all people with disabilities.
European Union of the Deaf (eud.eu)
Official website for European Union of the Deaf - Funded by the European Union - Read all the latest news here or contact us.
National Assembly of Persons with Disabilities of Ukraine (edf-feph.org)
National Assembly of Persons with Disabilities of UkraineFor the time being strong120 public organizations/strong are the members of National Assembly of Persons with Disabilities of Ukraine (NAPD) which represent interests of people with disabilities from all regions of Ukraine. NAPD includes DPOs that represent people with different disabilities and health conditions, DPOs of women with disabilities, DPOs run by parents of children with disabilities, and others.
The League of the Strong (ls.org.ua)
We joined to change the game in Ukrainian society and to empower people with disabilities in decision-making.
Showing ‘ability’ in ‘disability’ — how I mastered interviews while using a wheelchair (nature.com)
Learning how to influence the way people see me when I enter a room has been key to boosting my confidence in job interviews.
Toddler’s Honest Reaction to Disability Ad Captured in Video (yahoo.com)
TikTok has been buzzing with the trends of baby and kid videos. Usually, in these short clips, the kids are seen engaging in unique activities that leave one amazed. Recently, there was an adorable snippet of a baby attempting to mimic her pet dog. Now, another video of a Toddler reacting to an advertisement in a store has taken the internet by storm.
MS Canada invites Canadians across the country to join the MS community at one of the 11 MS Bike events happening this Summer. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of Canadians affected by MS by raising funds for multiple sclerosis (MS) research and support programs.
Celiac Canada Calls on Federal Politicians to Implement Tax Reform for Gluten-Free Affordability (globenewswire.com)
Celiac Canada is urging federal politicians to support a crucial tax policy change that will make life more affordable for the estimated 400,000 Canadians living with celiac disease. The organization is calling for improved tax measures that would help offset the rising cost of gluten-free foods, which are often two to four times more expensive than their regular counterparts.
When Stacey started dating Steve, she let go of her preconceptions (abc.net.au)
For Stacey Donchi, a shared love of Dungeons and Dragons, Star Wars and board games with Steve Lyons far outweighed her family and friends' concerns about her dating a man with no legs and one arm.
Beyond the Brief: Transforming Disability Inclusion in the Creative Industry | LBBOnline (lbbonline.com)
Little Black Book, With Not For challenges agencies to go beyond token representation and to embed genuine accessibility within their work. Co-founders Kelly Gordon and Emma Gardner explain to Olivia Atkins why the industry must act now
GP2025 Homepage (globalplatform.undrr.org)
The GP is the global forum where participants take stock of progress, share new knowledge, exchange best practice and discuss the latest developments and trends in reducing disaster risk.
European Humanitarian Forum 2025 (civil-protection-humanitarian-aid.ec.europa.eu)
The 4th European Humanitarian Forum 2025 (EHF), will be co-hosted by the European Commission and Poland, holding the Presidency of the Council of the EU, on 19-20 May 2025 at The Square in Brussels.
Ukraine recovery Conference 2025 (urc-international.com)
The URC2025 will take place in Rome on 10 and 11 July 2025. It will be the fourth Ukraine Recovery Conference, continuing the annual series of high-level political events dedicated to the swift recovery and long-term reconstruction of Ukraine since the beginning of Russia’s full-scale war of aggression against Ukraine.
We, the European Disability Forum, and our Ukrainian partners the National Assembly of Persons with Disabilities (NAPD) and the League of the Strong (LoS), have been working together since 2022 to improve the situation of Ukrainians with disabilities. The Warsaw Declaration (endorsed by EDF Ukraine programme partners and approved by the EDF General Assembly in 2024) outlines opportunities for inclusive recovery and reconstruction of Ukraine. With the reconstruction based on human rights and disability inclusion, Ukraine will be an example to countries facing similar situations. However, to succeed in this direction Ukraine needs systemic financial and expert support.
The Squeaky Wheel (ablezine.substack.com)
How a disability satire magazine is challenging ableism
In support of Guto Harri (sirrobinmillar.substack.com)
We need a new way to determine who genuinely needs help
John F. Kennedy kept these medical struggles private (pbs.org)
Long before he died at age 46, President John F. Kennedy was a very sick man.
Employing Disabled People Is Good For Business (sirrobinmillar.substack.com)
When barriers are removed it benefits everyone
‘The stigma is real’: Disability rights advocates disappointed in Jasmine Crockett’s ‘Governor Hot Wheels’ quip (politico.com)
Some argued that her comments belied her broader support.
I’m disabled. I’m terrified about what Medicaid cuts could mean for my life (statnews.com)
Medicaid cuts could force disabled people out of the public sphere and into nursing homes. People like me.
Disabled Americans fear losing protections if states’ lawsuit succeeds (washingtonpost.com)
An ongoing lawsuit challenges Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, which legally mandates access and accommodations across wide swaths of the public.
Rights of Federal Employees with Disabilities, Explained (aclu.org)
The Trump administration has issued a number of directives affecting federal employees with disabilities, but laws protecting these workers remain.
450+ Organizations Join AAPD In Letter to Congress re: HHS Restructuring (aapd.com)
On Friday, March 28, AAPD and more than 450 disability, civil rights, aging, mental health, and patient organizations sent a letter to majority, minority, and committee leadership in Congress expressing dismay and significant concern about reported plans to reorganize and close significant departments within the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS). The letter expressed our strong opposition to plans to eliminate the Administration for Community Living (ACL) and split its functions across three other agencies, as well as the consolidation of the Office for Civil Rights (OCR) and Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Agency (SAMHSA).
Is technology truly inclusive if affordability limits access? (reframingdisability.substack.com)
Accessibility shouldn’t be an upgrade – it’s a fundamental right
Making Deaf Space (flowfestivalaustralia.com)
Flow Festival Australia is thrilled to launch its Auslan-led website design.
Maidstone Studio (artsaccess.com.au)
SRS Studio Maidstone is a great space to explore different art forms and connect with other artists in a welcoming environment.
Disability Discrimination At Work: My Story (sirrobinmillar.substack.com)
Share your story with me so we can raise awareness together
Podcast Episode 2: Addressing Urgent Needs in Seasonal Malaria Chemoprevention (blog.givewell.org)
Recent cuts to US government foreign assistance have destabilized global health programs, impacting some of the most cost-effective interventions we’ve found. To address this situation, GiveWell is balancing a targeted, near-term response to urgent needs with a broad, long-term perspective of needs that may emerge. You can read about both on our recently launched webpage that shares some of the ways we’re responding and the grants we’re making.
Independent Living Day 5th of May 2025 (enil.eu)
Independent Living Days are a cause of celebration but also for concern. While Independent Living as a slogan has received increased recognition, there is not much progress in practice. Together we want to reflect on what can be done to ensure Independent Living has a future.
Disability Voting News: April 2, 2025 (the-accessible-voting-booth.ghost.io)
Welcome to the first Accessible Voting Booth dispatch for April 2025. We’re going to do a deep dive on the SAVE Act and how it impacts voters with disabilities, as this legislation is coming up for a vote in the House of Representatives this week.
Henman Hill to get shelter under fresh Wimbledon expansion plans (theguardian.com)
Multimillion-pound project will also boost capacity by 20% and improve wheelchair accessibility
Netflix ER Drama Pulse Shines by Including Authentic Disability Representation (newmobility.com)
As a team of injured soccer players is brought into the emergency room on stretchers, Harper Simms rolls next to one of the teenagers to evaluate him. “Call neurosurgery. Let me get ahead to set up for an airway,” she calls as she pushes her wheelchair into the trauma bay.
Jasmine Crockett Crossed a Line That Even the Saltiest Speech Should Avoid (nytimes.com)
What the controversy about Jasmine Crockett’s comments got wrong — and right
RFK Jr’s Pee Wee Herman moment (leftbrainrightbrain.co.uk)
This would be funny if Mr. Kennedy weren’t playing games with one of America’s greatest assets: our public health system. What specifically this time, you may ask?
My Wife Is in Constant Pain — Her Despair Changed Everything (urevolution.com)
My wife lives in constant pain, and it’s destroying both of us. This honest personal story explores grief, love, and how to survive CRPS together.
New guidelines to help digital tech meet accessibility compliance (disabilityinsider.com)
The Australian Human Rights Commission has released new guidelines to assist organisations and businesses to meet their legal obligations under the Disability Discrimination Act 1992 (Cth) when providing digital products and services.
McGill research reveals new insights on autism, intellectual disabilities (disabilityinsider.com)
A new study by McGill University researchers yields insights into how the disruption of calcium transport in the brain is linked to autism and intellectual disability. The findings, published in the journal Nature, not only upend a long-held belief among neuroscientists, but could pave the way for treatments.
Ben Wilson: A Dancer With Down’s Syndrome Breaking Barriers (criplife.co.uk)
Ben Wilson, a talented dancer with Down’s syndrome from Northwich, is set to debut his original piece Step Ahead at Now Northwich Festival 2025 – inspiring inclusive creativity and redefining what’s possible in dance.
Connected North 2025: Key discussions on Digital Inclusion and Device (abilitynet.org.uk)
We’re an Association Partner for Connected North 2025, the North’s dedicated digital economy! Join us at Manchester Central on 23-24th April 2025 for this unmissable event.
AI predicts dementia risk in American Indian and Alaska Native elders (disabilityinsider.com)
Machine learning algorithms utilizing electronic health records can effectively predict two-year dementia risk among American Indian/Alaska Native adults aged 65 years and older, according to a University of California, Irvine-led study. The findings provide a valuable framework for other healthcare systems, particularly those serving resource-limited populations.
PWDA launches Election Platform to advance rights of persons with disabilities (disabilityinsider.com)
People with Disability Australia (PWDA) has launched its 2025 Federal Election Platform, urging all political parties and candidates to commit to real change for people with disability across Australia.
Journalist Resource - Reporting on Marginalized Disabled Communities (transgenderlawcenter.org)
This guide is intended as a resource for journalists seeking to meaningfully cover marginalized disabled people, including those of us who are BIPOC, low-income, trans, and nonbinary.
CEC 2025: What we learned at the gathering of special education professionals (educatingalllearners.org)
Key takeaways from the Baltimore convention included strategies for breaking down silos and curbing restraint and seclusion practices.
In Trump era, companies are rebranding DEI efforts, not giving up (cnbc.com)
Most companies are continuing related work, but shifting the language.
Girl Moss (teawithhb.com)
Take a deep breath with me! Ready? Inhaaaale… hold. Exhaaaale. That’s better. Drop your shoulders, unclench your jaw, here you are safe. I am so very grateful you exist!