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www.mercurynews.com
10 hours ago
Privacy professionals

Growing need. Glaring gaps. Why mental health care can be a struggle for autistic youth

Advocates are highlighting severe gaps in mental health support for children with autism, prompting families to resort to institutional care. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
1 week ago
Privacy professionals

Growing need. Glaring gaps. Why mental health care can be a struggle for autistic youth

Lack of mental health resources forces families of autistic children to relinquish care and seek support far from home. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
10 hours ago
Privacy professionals

Growing need. Glaring gaps. Why mental health care can be a struggle for autistic youth

Advocates are highlighting severe gaps in mental health support for children with autism, prompting families to resort to institutional care. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
1 week ago
Privacy professionals

Growing need. Glaring gaps. Why mental health care can be a struggle for autistic youth

Lack of mental health resources forces families of autistic children to relinquish care and seek support far from home. [ more ]
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#paralympics
www.npr.org
2 days ago
OMG science

Sports brought hope and love to these Paralympians who had childhood polio

Kayode and Christiana Alabi, Nigerian polio survivors, are competing in their first Paralympics, showcasing resilience and advocating for vaccination awareness. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
1 week ago
New York City

For Paralympian Ezra Frech, normalizing disability is his ultimate gold medal

Ezra Frech aims to inspire change and acceptance for individuals with disabilities through his achievements in sports and advocacy. [ more ]
www.npr.org
2 days ago
OMG science

Sports brought hope and love to these Paralympians who had childhood polio

Kayode and Christiana Alabi, Nigerian polio survivors, are competing in their first Paralympics, showcasing resilience and advocating for vaccination awareness. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
1 week ago
New York City

For Paralympian Ezra Frech, normalizing disability is his ultimate gold medal

Ezra Frech aims to inspire change and acceptance for individuals with disabilities through his achievements in sports and advocacy. [ more ]
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www.npr.org
5 days ago
US news

Wheelies look fun, but they're a serious skill for kids in wheelchairs

The 'Skills on Wheels' program boosts young wheelchair users' confidence and skills for better navigation in challenging environments. [ more ]
#christopher-reeve
Consequence
1 week ago
Film

Trailer for Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story takes flight

Christopher Reeve's legacy as Superman includes his significant work in disability advocacy after his tragic accident. [ more ]
GameSpot
1 week ago
Music

Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story Trailer Reveals The Man Behind The Hero

Christopher Reeve transcended his role as Superman to become a powerful advocate for the disabled after a life-altering accident. [ more ]
Consequence
1 week ago
Film

Trailer for Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story takes flight

Christopher Reeve's legacy as Superman includes his significant work in disability advocacy after his tragic accident. [ more ]
GameSpot
1 week ago
Music

Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story Trailer Reveals The Man Behind The Hero

Christopher Reeve transcended his role as Superman to become a powerful advocate for the disabled after a life-altering accident. [ more ]
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ABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago
New York City

Colin Farrell launches foundation in honor of son, who has a rare neurogenetic disorder

Colin Farrell is launching a foundation to support families with adult children facing intellectual disabilities, inspired by his son James with Angelman syndrome. [ more ]
CN Traveller
1 week ago
NYC real estate

How Airbnb has paved the way for accessible stays at the Paralympics

Airbnb has significantly increased accessible listings in Paris, with over 1,000 now meeting essential criteria for wheelchair users. [ more ]
#resilience
www.dailynews.com
1 week ago
Left-wing politics

Ezra Frech wants to be a Paralympic champion, and a champion for the disability community

Ezra Frech is on a mission to redefine disability and aspires to become the greatest Paralympian ever. [ more ]
www.scientificamerican.com
2 weeks ago
OMG science

John McFall Is Breaking Barriers as the World's First Parastronaut

John McFall, a Paralympic sprinter and surgeon, is now the first parastronaut in ESA's history, focusing on inclusivity in spaceflight. [ more ]
www.dailynews.com
1 week ago
Left-wing politics

Ezra Frech wants to be a Paralympic champion, and a champion for the disability community

Ezra Frech is on a mission to redefine disability and aspires to become the greatest Paralympian ever. [ more ]
www.scientificamerican.com
2 weeks ago
OMG science

John McFall Is Breaking Barriers as the World's First Parastronaut

John McFall, a Paralympic sprinter and surgeon, is now the first parastronaut in ESA's history, focusing on inclusivity in spaceflight. [ more ]
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#politics
Irish Independent
1 week ago
Privacy professionals

Senator Nikki Bradley among Fine Gael candidates selected for general election

Senator Nikki Bradley and John McNulty will run in Donegal; Grace Boland will contest the new Dublin Fingal West constituency. [ more ]
TODAY.com
1 week ago
Education

As the mom to a neurodivergent son, seeing Gus Walz in the spotlight gives me courage

The inclusion of Tim Walz's neurodiverse son at the DNC symbolizes progress in disability culture and raises awareness of neurodiversity in America. [ more ]
Irish Independent
1 week ago
Privacy professionals

Senator Nikki Bradley among Fine Gael candidates selected for general election

Senator Nikki Bradley and John McNulty will run in Donegal; Grace Boland will contest the new Dublin Fingal West constituency. [ more ]
TODAY.com
1 week ago
Education

As the mom to a neurodivergent son, seeing Gus Walz in the spotlight gives me courage

The inclusion of Tim Walz's neurodiverse son at the DNC symbolizes progress in disability culture and raises awareness of neurodiversity in America. [ more ]
morepolitics
Austin Monitor
3 months ago
Austin

Transit, housing initiatives highlight accessibility concerns for disabled community - Austin Monitor

Advocates in Austin aim to ensure upcoming transit and housing changes are inclusive of people with disabilities. [ more ]
Harvard Gazette
5 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Why AI fairness conversations must include disabled people - Harvard Gazette

AI technology can serve as a valuable assistive tool for individuals with non-apparent disabilities.
Involving disabled individuals in AI fairness discussions and development processes is crucial for creating truly accessible tools. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
6 months ago
New York City

New York Is Failing to Meet Wheelchair-Access Goal for Cabs, Suit Says

City's failure to comply with wheelchair-accessible taxi requirement is disappointing and being legally challenged.
Only 42 percent of active taxis in NYC are wheelchair-accessible, falling short of the 50 percent legal settlement goal. [ more ]
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