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fromTravel + Leisure
5 days ago

I Was Born Without Arms, but That Didn't Stop Me From Becoming the World's First Licensed Armless Pilot

From the beginning, I made the connection that if there are no arms, why not use my feet? Our toes and feet have the same type of bones as our hands and fingers, so it was a normal transition for replacement.
Travel
#autism
fromBuzzFeed
3 months ago
NYC parents

RFK Jr. Made Some Truly Awful Comments About Autism And Now He's Shocked That Everyone Is Mad

fromBuzzFeed
3 months ago
NYC parents

RFK Jr. Made Some Truly Awful Comments About Autism And Now He's Shocked That Everyone Is Mad

#accessibility
fromBKReader
3 weeks ago

Health Care, Disability Groups Protest Malliotakis Vote on Big Beautiful Bill

Protests erupted in Brooklyn against Congresswoman Malliotakis for her vote on the Big Beautiful Bill, expected to cut healthcare for millions.
#education
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago
UK news

Without support, my son would not be here': Mother's plea to Labour over SEND cuts

Cuts to special educational needs support threaten families who rely on tailored assistance for children's mental health and educational success.
NYC parents
fromCity Limits
4 months ago

Opinion: Students with Disabilities Deserve Fair Treatment, Not Suspensions

Disciplinary removal can hinder vulnerable students' education, especially those with disabilities; schools need to prioritize support over punishment.
Advocacy can turn disciplinary removals into reinvestment opportunities for students at risk.
NYC parents
fromCity Limits
4 months ago

Opinion: Students with Disabilities Deserve Fair Treatment, Not Suspensions

Disciplinary removal can hinder vulnerable students' education, especially those with disabilities; schools need to prioritize support over punishment.
Advocacy can turn disciplinary removals into reinvestment opportunities for students at risk.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Liz Kendall is a listening kind of woman but can't seem to hear Labour discontent on welfare bill | John Crace

The tension within Labour regarding welfare reforms illustrates internal party divisions and the challenges of balancing political priorities with social justice.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Cutting personal independent payments: potentially devastating or justified? | Letters

Starmer’s assurances that current recipients of PIP and the health element of universal credit will be safeguarded have provided some relief, but broader discontent persists.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

You have to fight tooth and nail': PIP claimants tell of struggle to get awarded

"The government's concessions on plans to cut welfare spending now mean that Sarah won't be subject to stricter eligibility criteria when next assessed for the benefit."
Canada news
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Meet the visually impaired Galway man who is walking to fundraise and advocate for disability issues

The 'Walk With Joseph' initiative raises awareness about Galway's pedestrian infrastructure while fundraising for a sensory room at Ability West.
fromGothamist
1 month ago

PATH train is offering 50% discounts to riders with disabilities. Here's how to apply.

PATH train riders with disabilities will receive 50% off fares starting next week.
Applications for the reduced fare program open Monday, allowing easier access for qualifying riders.
fromPortland Mercury
1 month ago

Mercury Music Picks: Holocene Turns 22 and the Mercury on City Cast Portland!

"I am so tired-exhausted even-of people using the r-word thinking it's somehow subversive and edgy when it's actually completely fucked up and abelist."
Portland food
Medicine
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

One woman's fight to remove barriers for aspiring doctors with disabilities

Taylor Carty, diagnosed with cerebral palsy, strives to become a doctor and advocate for increased representation of people with disabilities in medicine.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Hyper-sexualized AI Down syndrome content is going viral in latest sick trend

"It makes me feel a myriad of things," Charlotte Woodward, a 35-year-old woman with Down Syndrome told The Post. "Not only do I find it disturbing, I find it personally upsetting. I also feel anger and outrage."
Social media marketing
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

MTA delaying emergency gate openings to thwart fare evaders - as critics sound alarms over safety: 'Putting people's lives at risk'

The MTA's fare evasion crackdown may jeopardize safety, especially for people with disabilities, due to delayed emergency exits.
London music
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

A Different Man's Adam Pearson to star in new film of The Elephant Man

Adam Pearson will portray Joseph Merrick in a new adaptation of The Elephant Man, marking the first time a disabled actor plays this role in film.
Boston food
fromBoston.com
3 months ago

Meet this year's youngest Boston Marathon runner

Annabel Silbersher celebrated her 18th birthday by completing her first Boston Marathon, raising over $20,000 for the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation.
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 months ago

Toronto Island author publishes historical fiction about child with disability | CBC News

"I think a lot of kids who are ill or have disabilities will relate to it, but what I'm finding is that adults are really enjoying it too because there's so much Toronto history in it."
Toronto startup
UK news
fromIrish Independent
3 months ago

Whistleblower who gave 'at least 27 days' of evidence for Grace report describes process as 'complete waste of time'

Grace endured neglect for two decades in foster care, emphasizing failures in the system.
#social-security
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Biden Says Trump Is Breaking Things,' Including the Safety Net

Biden condemned Trump for damaging Social Security, emphasizing its necessity for millions and urging for its protection.
US politics
fromABC7 New York
3 months ago

Joe Biden will speak about Social Security in his return to national stage

Biden's speech addresses concerns over Trump’s impact on Social Security and aims to rally liberal support ahead of midterm elections.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Biden Says Trump Is Breaking Things,' Including the Safety Net

Biden condemned Trump for damaging Social Security, emphasizing its necessity for millions and urging for its protection.
US politics
fromABC7 New York
3 months ago

Joe Biden will speak about Social Security in his return to national stage

Biden's speech addresses concerns over Trump’s impact on Social Security and aims to rally liberal support ahead of midterm elections.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 months ago

Blind people still cannot read details of Labour's welfare reform plans

The Independent emphasizes the need for accessible information regarding welfare reforms affecting disabled individuals amidst extensive cuts.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Tuppy Owens obituary

Tuppy Owens, a trailblazing sexual rights activist, was instrumental in challenging societal norms around sexuality, especially regarding the rights of disabled individuals.
SF LGBT
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
4 months ago

'I'm not a scrounger I work, but would struggle without benefits'

The government plans to announce changes to long-term sickness and disability benefits, amidst rising claims and a soaring welfare bill.
Women in technology
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

A Youth Leader From Chile Fights Discrimination Across the Globe

Isidora Uribe Silva advocates for women with disabilities, promoting inclusion and equality through initiatives like her app Encuentra Tu Lugar.
fromTime Out London
5 months ago

London's black cab fares are massively increasing in April

Transport for London is raising black cab fares by 7.5% to address rising costs and declining driver numbers.
Social justice
fromwww.nytimes.com
5 months ago

Accessibility Is Taking a Hit Across the Sciences

Funding opportunities for underrepresented researchers are jeopardized due to an executive order banning diversity-related activities at federal agencies.
fromThe Walrus
6 months ago

Letters to the Editor: December 2024 | The Walrus

External consultants often struggle to enact real change within flawed company cultures.
Advocating for the stories of those in institutions is crucial for systemic change.
fromTODAY.com
6 months ago

Jerry Springer's daughter said she 'couldn't ask for a better father.' Inside their relationship

Katie Springer reflects a strong relationship with her father, Jerry Springer, and highlights the importance of not treating children with disabilities differently.
fromwww.cbc.ca
8 months ago

Why this wheelchair user says the prospect of losing bikes lanes make him feel 'dispensable' | CBC News

Oda Al-Anizi expressed that his newly outfitted wheelchair has fundamentally changed his life, allowing him to explore the city’s trails and improve his mental health. "I've been able to go all over the city, explore the trails, I'd never done that in all my years of being here," he said. This newfound ability has made him feel more connected and social, enhancing his overall wellbeing.
Bicycling
fromwww.npr.org
10 months ago

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.
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