Three Disability Microaggressions and Why They Matter
Posted on: , Rachel Konieczny
Ableist talk matters–the language, conversational habits, and ideas that intentionally or not, sadden, frustrate, and anger disabled people. Read more here.
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Vulnerable to the Virus, High-Risk Americans Feel Pain as the U.S. Moves On
Posted on: , Rachel Konieczny
Transplant recipients, cancer patients and millions of other Americans with risk factors feel ignored and abandoned as their neighbors, and their government, seek a return to normal. Read more here.
Chicago Groups Announce New Program To Provide Education and Employment For Adults With Developmental Disabilities
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A group of Chicago leaders will lead a pilot effort to help create more pathways for young adults with developmental disabilities. Read more here.
ASU Honors Student Wins Miss America Title
Posted on: , Rachel Konieczny
Emma Broyles will use her national platform to raise awareness for mental health resources and the Special Olympics. Read more here.
Why Technology Accessibility is Key for Disability Inclusion at Work
Posted on: , Rachel Konieczny
Promoting inclusion through accessibility increases productivity and aids in employee retention and recruitment. Read more here.
A New Coalition Amplifies Disability Culture in the Music Industry
Posted on: , Rachel Konieczny
A new organization, Recording Artists and Music Professionals with Disabilities, or RAMPD, is working to amplify disability culture and advocate for accessibility in the music business. Read more here.
From Bingo to Bocce: Unified Sports, Special Olympics Step Up for People with Intellectual Disabilities
Posted on: , Rachel Konieczny
Unified Sports and Special Olympics Arizona allow individuals with intellectual disabilities to participate in athletics while giving them additional opportunities within their community. Read more here.
Amtrak Pays $2 Million to Passengers With Disabilities Who Faced Obstacles at Stations
Posted on: , Rachel Konieczny
Amtrak has paid more than $2 million to over 1,500 people with disabilities whom it discriminated against at nearly 80 train stations across the country. Read more here.
When Three Shots Are Not Enough
Posted on: , Rachel Konieczny
People with compromised immune systems are getting unapproved fourth or fifth Covid-19 shots, despite uncertainty about their safety or effectiveness. Read more here.
Undocumented immigrants pioneer ways to break cycle of trauma
Posted on: , Rachel Konieczny
In Arizona, immigrants who have experienced trauma have also pioneered ways to respond to it, and are training others seeking to treat it. Read more here.