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In a world of unique people, it is important that no one, including at work, ever feels left behind or alone. Diversity in the workplace has always been a hot topic. Most people understand it in the context of race, culture,…

TRENTON - Senate President Steve Sweeney met with members of the Monmouth County Democrats 'Disability Caucus to discuss ways to address the needs of the disabled community at the caucus' Zoom meeting on Tuesday evening. Senator…

Authors: Linda Mastandrea, Director, Office of Disability Integration and Coordination, FEMA Reyma McCoy McDeid, Executive Director, National Council on Independent Living 31st Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act:…

Published: 07/25/2021 9:30:10 AM As we celebrate Disability Pride Month this July, it's important to remember that the troubles disabled people are experiencing during the pandemic won't end simply because…

Protest signs getty Disability activism strengthens. For some disabled people who get involved, it opens up opportunities for friendship and "chosen family" among other disabled people who may have missed them all of their…

This is an exciting week for all of us. Why do you ask? Microsoft Ability Summit 2021 is this week, that's why! The two-day virtual event brings a wide variety of people together and enables them to imagine, build, involve and…

Ally's pitfalls getty April is Autism Acceptance Month. It is a good time to rethink not only how non-autistic or “neurotypical” people can best support autistic people - but also how non-disabled people in general can better…

10.6kViewsManaging your mental health can be challenging when you don't have the time or resources. You can very easily reel down a dark hole in your mental wellbeing. Dealing with mental health issues can be time consuming, but exercises…

The #MeToo and Black Lives Matter movements have forced Hollywood and other artists and filmmakers to rethink their issues and casting practices. Despite an increased sensitivity to the representation of gender and race in popular culture,…

Disability rights advocates want the drive to recruit and retain Americans with disabilities well beyond this month.The Office of Disability Employment Policy (ODEP) of the US Department of Labor is celebrating National Disability…