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Why Disability Should Be Included in Early Childhood Education
Discover why disability inclusion in early childhood education is essential for all children to thrive. This post explores key challenges, solutions, real-world success stories, and actionable steps t... ...more
Disability Advocacy
February 05, 2025•5 min read
The Importance of Disability Representation in Children's Media
Authentic disability representation in children's media is essential for inclusion and empowerment. This blog explores key challenges—like misrepresentation and lack of accessibility—and offers soluti... ...more
Disability Advocacy
February 03, 2025•5 min read
Navigating the Workforce with a Disability: Tips and Resources
Navigating the workforce with a disability comes with unique challenges, from accessibility barriers to workplace bias. This post explores common obstacles, practical solutions, and key resources to h... ...more
Disability Advocacy
February 02, 2025•3 min read
Coping Strategies for Disability-Related Trauma and Grief
This blog explores the unique challenges of disability-related trauma and grief, from social isolation to medical trauma and discrimination. It offers practical coping strategies, advocacy tips, and a... ...more
Disability Advocacy
January 30, 2025•4 min read
Navigating the Healthcare System: Tips for Individuals with Disabilities
Navigating the healthcare system can be challenging for individuals with disabilities due to physical, communication, and systemic barriers. This post explores key challenges, real-world solutions, an... ...more
Disability Advocacy
January 30, 2025•4 min read
Accessible Healthcare: Addressing Inequalities in Treatment and Care
Explore the challenges the disability community faces in accessing equitable healthcare, from physical barriers to provider bias. Learn actionable solutions, real-world examples of inclusive care, and... ...more
Disability Advocacy
January 29, 2025•5 min read
Adaptive Sports and Exercise: Staying Active with Physical Limitations
Discover the power of adaptive sports and exercise for individuals with physical limitations. Learn about common challenges, practical solutions, real-world success stories, and my personal journey wi... ...more
Disability Advocacy
January 28, 2025•6 min read
Understanding the Intersection of Disability and Chronic Illness
Explore the challenges faced by individuals at the intersection of disability and chronic illness, including stigma, healthcare barriers, and social isolation. Learn actionable solutions to foster inc... ...more
Disability Advocacy
January 23, 2025•4 min read
Mental Health in the Disability Community: Challenges and Resources
Discover the unique mental health challenges faced by the disability community, from stigma to accessibility barriers. Learn practical solutions, real-world examples of inclusive initiatives, and acti... ...more
Disability Advocacy
January 23, 2025•5 min read
The Role of Technology in Accessibility: Innovations Changing the Lives of Persons with Disabilities
Discover the challenges persons with disabilities face in accessing technology and explore innovative solutions driving inclusivity. From adaptive devices to accessible design, learn real-world exampl... ...more
Disability Advocacy
January 21, 2025•4 min read
The Workplace Accessibility Checklist: Creating Inclusive Work Environments
Discover the key to creating inclusive workplaces with "The Workplace Accessibility Checklist." Learn about challenges faced by the disability community, practical solutions, and real-world examples o... ...more
Disability Advocacy
January 20, 2025•4 min read
Inclusive Design in Housing: Making Homes and Apartments Accessible
Discover the challenges faced by the disability community in accessing inclusive housing and explore practical solutions, real-world examples, and actionable steps to create accessible homes. Learn ho... ...more
Disability Advocacy
January 16, 2025•5 min read
Digital Accessibility: Ensuring Websites and Online Content Are Usable for All
Discover the importance of digital accessibility and how to make websites usable for all. Learn about key challenges faced by people with disabilities, practical solutions, and real-world examples of ... ...more
Disability Advocacy
January 16, 2025•5 min read
Accessible Transportation Options: What Needs Improvement?
Discover the challenges faced by the disability community in accessible transportation, from infrastructure gaps to high costs. Explore practical solutions, real-world examples of inclusive cities, an... ...more
Disability Advocacy
January 15, 2025•4 min read
Admiration vs. Inspiration: The Power to Transform
Explore the profound difference between admiration and inspiration. Discover how admiration is passive, while true inspiration compels action. Learn why acting on inspiration creates ripples of good, ... ...more
Disability Advocacy
January 03, 2025•3 min read
Disability Representation in Media: Why It Matters and How It’s Evolving
Discover why authentic disability representation in media matters. This blog explores the impact of stereotypes, highlights examples of progress, and offers actionable steps for creating inclusive nar... ...more
Disability Advocacy
December 23, 2024•3 min read
The Realities of Accessibility: Challenges Faced by Disabled Individuals in Public Spaces
Discover the everyday challenges faced by disabled individuals in public spaces, from physical barriers to communication gaps. Explore practical solutions, inspiring examples of accessibility done rig... ...more
Disability Advocacy
December 23, 2024•2 min read
Disability Sensitivity Training: What Organizations Need to Know
Discover how organizations can address key challenges in disability sensitivity and foster truly inclusive workplaces. Learn actionable strategies, the importance of leadership, and how involving empl... ...more
Disability Advocacy
December 23, 2024•3 min read
Understanding Invisible Disabilities: Breaking Stereotypes and Misconceptions
Discover the truth about invisible disabilities in this blog exploring common misconceptions like “You don’t look disabled” and “It’s all in your head.” Learn actionable ways to foster empathy, educat... ...more
Disability Advocacy
December 23, 2024•2 min read
Unpacking Ableism: Recognizing and Challenging Harmful Attitudes
Discover the subtle and overt ways ableism impacts society and learn how to challenge harmful attitudes. From microaggressions to stereotypes, this post unpacks common biases against people with disab... ...more
Disability Advocacy
December 23, 2024•2 min read
How to Talk to Children About Disability Inclusivity and Awareness
Discover how to talk to kids about disability inclusivity with love and honesty. Inspired by my daughter Lauren's playful curiosity around my wheelchair, this post explores fostering empathy, embracin... ...more
Disability Advocacy
December 22, 2024•3 min read
The Language of Disability: Understanding Person-First vs. Identity-First Language
Explore the nuances of person-first vs. identity-first language in the disability community. Learn common challenges, practical solutions, and why language preferences are deeply personal, fostering r... ...more
Disability Advocacy
December 22, 2024•3 min read
Disability Myths and Misconceptions: Separating Fact from Fiction
Discover the truth behind common disability myths and misconceptions. This blog debunks stereotypes, highlights the diverse experiences of people with disabilities, and offers actionable solutions to ... ...more
Disability Advocacy
December 22, 2024•3 min read
The Role of Disability Advocates in Politics and Policy-Making
Explore the vital role of disability advocates in shaping inclusive policies. This blog highlights key challenges facing the disability community—like accessibility, healthcare, and employment—and off... ...more
Disability Advocacy
December 22, 2024•3 min read
The 2024 Presidential Election and the Disability Community: A Call for Continued Advocacy
Discover the profound impact of the 2024 Presidential election on the disability community. Explore the challenges, potential repercussions, and five actionable ways to advocate for disability rights.... ...more
Disability Advocacy
December 22, 2024•4 min read
Universal Design: The Path to Inclusive, Sustainable, and Profitable Spaces
Discover the power of universal design! This blog explores how creating inclusive spaces and products benefits businesses and society. Learn how universal design boosts market reach, saves costs, fost... ...more
Disability Advocacy
December 22, 2024•5 min read
Bridging the Divide: Fostering Unity Between Disability and Able-Bodied Communities
This blog explores the need for a softer, solution-oriented approach to fostering understanding between the disability and able-bodied communities. By replacing division with dialogue and education, w... ...more
Disability Advocacy
December 22, 2024•4 min read
The Importance of Disability Advocacy: How to Get Involved and Make an Impact
Discover the importance of disability advocacy through personal stories and actionable solutions. This post explores key issues like education, employment, and healthcare, while inspiring hope and off... ...more
Disability Advocacy
December 22, 2024•5 min read
Fighting FOR Justice: A Positive Path Toward Lasting Change
Discover the power of fighting for justice in the disability community. Learn how shifting focus from opposing injustice to advocating for inclusivity, accessibility, and representation creates lastin... ...more
Disability Advocacy
December 21, 2024•6 min read
Empowering the Disability Community through Voting Accessibility in the 2024 Election
Explore the challenges faced, the impact of increased voter turnout among people with disabilities, and actionable solutions like no-excuse absentee voting and accessible polling. ...more
Disability Advocacy
December 21, 2024•4 min read
National Disability Employment Awareness Month: Reflecting on Progress and Taking Action
Discover the history of National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) and learn actionable steps to promote disability inclusion in the workplace. From accessible hiring practices to fosterin... ...more
Disability Advocacy
December 21, 2024•5 min read
Embracing Life: Building a Life You Don't Need to Escape From
Discover the power of building a life you don't need to escape from. Explore aligning with your values, finding meaningful work, practicing mindfulness, nurturing relationships, and embracing growth t... ...more
Disability Advocacy
December 21, 2024•4 min read
Reflections on Disability Pride Month and Its History
Discover the history and significance of Disability Pride Month, from its roots in the ADA to its role in celebrating identity, fostering inclusion, and driving advocacy. Reflect on progress made, cha... ...more
Disability Advocacy
December 21, 2024•4 min read
Why the Disability Community is Often an Afterthought in DEI Efforts
Discover why the disability community is often overlooked in DEI efforts and how to change that. This blog explores the barriers to inclusion and offers three actionable solutions to create truly equi... ...more
Disability Advocacy
December 21, 2024•3 min read
The Evolving Treatment of the Disability Community: Pre- and Post-Pandemic Perspectives
Explore how the treatment of the disability community has shifted globally from pre- to post-pandemic, highlighting challenges and progress. Discover three actionable solutions to improve inclusivity ... ...more
Disability Advocacy
December 21, 2024•3 min read
Mental Health and Disability: Navigating the Intersection
Explore the intersection of mental health and disability, tackling stigma, self-care, and access to services. Learn how experiences differ for those born with a disability vs. acquiring one later in l... ...more
Disability Advocacy
December 21, 2024•5 min read
Navigating Intersectionality: Understanding Disability Through an Intersectional Lens
Explore how intersectionality shapes the experiences of individuals with disabilities, highlighting the interplay of race, gender, and class. Learn actionable solutions to address systemic barriers an... ...more
Disability Advocacy
December 21, 2024•4 min read
Embracing My Disability: A Journey Through the Five Stages of Gratitude
Born with a disability, I share my journey through the 5 stages of grief—not for a loss, but to embrace my identity. From denial to gratitude, I explore how inspiring people and life lessons helped me... ...more
Disability Advocacy
December 20, 2024•3 min read
Understanding Allyship to the Disability Community
Discover what it means to be an ally to the disability community and how you can make an impact. Learn actionable steps like educating yourself, amplifying disabled voices, and taking action to create... ...more
Disability Advocacy
December 20, 2024•2 min read
From Disability Awareness to Disability Activism: A Call to Action
Discover why disability awareness isn't enough and how to take action for real change. Learn steps to move from acknowledgment to advocacy, challenging ableism and creating a more inclusive, equitable... ...more
Disability Advocacy
December 20, 2024•2 min read
Amplifying Voices: A Journey in Disability Advocacy
Discover the power of disability advocacy with me as I share my personal journey, insights on breaking barriers, and importance of inclusion. Learn how education, partnerships, and resilience can crea... ...more
Disability Advocacy
December 20, 2024•2 min read
Navigating Life's Journey: Born with a Disability vs. Acquiring One
Explore the unique psychological differences between being born with a disability versus acquiring one later in life. This blog highlights the challenges, resilience, and shared experiences that shape... ...more
Disability Advocacy
December 20, 2024•1 min read
Embracing My Disability Identity: A Journey Beyond Labels
Learn my journey to embrace my disability identity and move beyond limiting labels. Here I share personal insights, challenges, and reflections on defining myself on my own terms, highlighting the com... ...more
Disability Advocacy
December 20, 2024•2 min read
The Disability Community: Breaking Barriers, Building Inclusion
Learn why the disability community, the world’s largest community, is often overlooked in discrimination, accessibility, and inclusion efforts. Let's explore the challenges they face and offers three ... ...more
Disability Advocacy
December 20, 2024•3 min read
Uncovering Disability History: Why Society's Deafening Silence Must End
Discover why disability history remains overlooked and learn three actionable solutions to raise awareness: integrating it into education, creating dedicated resources, and promoting awareness campaig... ...more
Disability Advocacy
December 20, 2024•2 min read
Rocky Horror, Hannibal Lecter and Accessibility
A personal story highlighting accessibility challenges: from a broken elevator in Brooklyn to an inaccessible movie screening. This blog explores the systemic gaps in inclusion and calls for better so... ...more
Disability Advocacy
December 15, 2024•6 min read
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