The Latest Breaking News from Disability

Chicago’s first DisFest to celebrate performers with disabilities

“Disability is not the end of life; it’s the beginning of a new version of your life,” said Ladonna Freidheim, who is organizing the festival on Saturday at the Chicago Cultural Center.

Chicago Sun-Times · Jul 20, 2023

Sydney renter receives no-grounds eviction notice after requesting shower rail under NDIS plan

Real estate agency says it ‘strongly rejects’ any suggestion the notice was related to the request

The Guardian - AU · Jul 20, 2023

Treatment at first signs of MS ‘could mean lower risk of disability later’

Symptoms of multiple sclerosis may include fatigue, numbness, tingling, muscle weakness or problems with balance.

The Independent UK · Jul 19, 2023

Commentary: Yes, people with disabilities are proud. We celebrate the unique way we experience daily life.

Pride.

Chicago Tribune · Jul 18, 2023

Three-wheel scooters distributed to differently-abled persons in Vijayawada

-- Vijayawada district Collector S. Dilli Rao said CM Y.S. Jagan Mohan Reddy is working to make life easier for differently-abled persons. He distributed 31 tri-cycles costing ₹37,27,000 to 31 persons. 200 applications were received, 70 will get tricycles in 1st phase. Eligibility: 18-45, passed Class X, over 70% disability;…

The Hindu · Jul 17, 2023

Vibrating haptic suits give deaf people a new way to feel live music

To celebrate Disability Pride Month, Music: Not Impossible brought vibrating haptic suits to a Lincoln Center dance party.

WEKU · Jul 17, 2023

Employees with disability tiny fraction of senior staff

Australia has one of the lowest employment rates for people with disability in the OECD and the Business Council believes the untapped talent is an opportunity.

AAP · Jul 16, 2023

A tiny change would help more Australians with disabilities work in film and TV. Why hasn’t it been made?

Programs that are supposed to help workers with disabilities find employment have criteria that means most screen industry jobs are excluded

The Guardian - AU · Jul 16, 2023

3 Qs People W/ Disabilities Are Tired Of Being Asked, From Someone Who Hears Them All The Time

Pls don't.

Pedestrian.tv · Jul 13, 2023

Transportation apps can help people with disabilities navigate public transit but accessibility lags behind

Smartphone apps have become commonplace tools for travel and navigation. As technology becomes more integrated into transport networks, apps will continue to be indispensable. But many of those apps remain inaccessible to those with various disabilities.

The Conversation · Jul 12, 2023