The Dr. Joanne Smith Memorial Rehabilitation Innovation Centers Act of 2022, will recognize rehabilitation research facilities and the unique role the
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Disability and Disease Aren’t Interchangeable
Not long ago, I was hired to do a sensitivity reading of a book manuscript, a guide for young adults about how people live with disabilities. Mar 5, 2020![]()
“NOT ALL CRIPS ARE CREEPS” by BEN MATTLIN
The esteemed Public Radio host John Hockenberry and world-famous artist Chuck Close were both accused of sexual improprieties. Jan 11, 2018![]()
Utilizing the Power of Sport to Change Perception of Disability
Nearly a decade ago I became a member of the disability community, a community that at the time I knew nothing about. Nov 27, 2017![]()
Uber Me to My Airbnb? For Wheelchair Users, Not So Fast
Whenever I hear someone mention Airbnb, I cringe — on the inside, at least. Nov 22, 2017![]()
Holiday ‘sting’ to target disability parking spot abusers at malls
Parking scoundrels beware. Nov 21, 2017![]()
Meet the Berkeley Man Who Helped Lead the Disability Rights Movement
“Hale” is a new short documentary film about Hale Zukas, who helped make Berkeley the birthplace of the disability rights movement. Nov 3, 2017![]()
Madison opens its first playground accessible to children with disabilities
The playground includes intellectually stimulating puzzles, an accessible merry-go-round and a smooth rubber surface around the play equipment. Oct 31, 2017![]()
Residents with Disabilities Take NYC Sidewalks to Court
Advocates for people with disabilities asked a federal court to declare that New York City has not done enough to make its sidewalks accessible. Oct 11, 2017![]()
Acting Disability
The debate about authentic portrayal of people with disabilities in film is making headlines. Oct 3, 2017![]()
LIVING with a Spinal Cord Injury
I feel it must be said; my spinal cord injury doesn’t define me, it is a part of me, but it in no way defines who I am. Sep 29, 2017![]()
Disability Advocates Arrested Protesting Medicaid Cuts
Over 100 disability-rights advocates were arrested while protesting the newly abandoned proposal to overhaul the Affordable Care Act. Sep 26, 2017 |