Nonprofit Teaches Schoolchildren Disability Empathy

 Through simulations and interactions, a unique nonprofit is giving schoolchildren across the country an opportunity to understand what it means to have autism, be blind or use a wheelchair. Read More >

Lizzo Changes Song In Response To Complaints From Disability Community

 

Just days after releasing a new single, Lizzo has changed the lyrics following backlash from people with disabilities for using what they called ableist language. Read More >

Facebook Rolls Out Disability Avatars

 

Facebook is introducing new avatar options designed to allow people with disabilities to better express themselves across the platform. Read More >

Disability Representation On TV Breaks Record

 

Characters with disabilities are set to account for a larger percentage of those on prime-time television shows this season than ever before, according to an analysis. Read More >

Disability Rights Film 'Crip Camp' Nominated For Oscar

 A documentary about the emergence of the disability rights movement produced by former President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama is up for an Academy Award. Read More >

Dental Students Will Soon Be Trained To Care For Those With Special Needs

Dental school students will soon be required to learn how to care for patients with disabilities under new guidelines from an accrediting body. Read More;

Disability Rights Advocate Launches Campaign For Congress

The former president and CEO of the National Down Syndrome Society is hoping to win a U.S. House seat from Kansas. Read More >