Google Maps now shows if a location is wheelchair accessible
A small win for accessibility, but a win nonetheless.
On Dec 17, 2016 by Samantha Grasso
Kid with cerebral palsy booted from Trump rally
Obama later met with the 12-year-old.
On Nov 7, 2016 by Jaya Saxena
Facebook’s autoplaying audio could be a huge issue for users with disabilities
An unseen problem.
On Aug 25, 2016 by AJ Dellinger
‘Vogue Brazil’ campaign features able-bodied actors photoshopped as amputees
The magazine says it’s to raise awareness for the Rio 2016 Paralympic Games, but others are calling it offensive.
On Aug 24, 2016 by Jaya Saxena
Can you trademark an identity? The Invisible Disabilities Association thinks so
A online petition argues this is in-line with trademarking ‘African-American’ or ‘the Cancers.’
On Aug 9, 2016 by Jaya Saxena
Emotions and police presence run high at DNC Black Lives Matter protest
A tense protest tempered by kindness and tea.
On Jul 26, 2016 by Mary Emily O’Hara
How Pokémon Go is creating a barrier for gamers with disabilities
Not everyone can fully take part in the cultural phenomenon.
On Jul 12, 2016 by Selena Larson
The online campaign that’s bringing disability issues into the 2016 election spotlight
#CripTheVote isn’t just for disabled people—it’s for all Americans.
On Jun 18, 2016 by S.E. Smith
How a porn director and a disabled activist are making panic attacks sexy
Hint: Dancing is a key element.
On May 27, 2016 by Mary Emily O’Hara
Dad walks daughter down the aisle with an assist from bionic suit
Robotic exoskeleton let’s dad live his dream.
On May 25, 2016 by Jaya Saxena
#DisabilityTooWhite calls out media for not depicting disabled POC
Activists call for diversity within disability.
On May 19, 2016 by Jaya Saxena
Meet the Mandeville Sisters, a #WCW dynamic duo
Style is a family affair with sisters Amelia and Grace Mandeville.
On Dec 2, 2015 by Carly Lanning
One woman’s viral birthday cake photo highlights the importance of kindness
The cake was decorated by an employee with autism, and the woman’s graciousness made her day.
On Dec 2, 2015 by Carrie Nelson
Kylie Jenner’s wheelchair photo shoot sparks predictable outrage
The youngest Jenner daughter is at the center of a social media maelstrom.
On Dec 1, 2015 by Catherine Scott
Donald Trump under fire for ‘mocking’ reporter’s disability
The New York Times says it’s ‘outraged’ over the impression.
On Nov 26, 2015 by Dell Cameron
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