Biotech and Health Leaders to Tackle Rare Disease Challenges at NORD Breakthrough Summit
WASHINGTON, D.C. and NORWELL, Mass. — As scientific innovation accelerates at an unprecedented pace, the rare disease community faces a...
Bipartisan House Resolution Reaffirms the Civil Right of People with Disabilities to Live in Their Communities
WASHINGTON — In a significant legislative development for the disability community, a bipartisan resolution was introduced in Congress this week,...
Mindfulness Practices Offer New Pathways for Strengthening Executive Functioning Skills in Children and Teens
Mindfulness has long been celebrated for its ability to cultivate inner calm and relaxation in individuals of all ages. However,...
Colorado Lawmakers Launch New Medicaid Commission to Examine Long-Term Sustainability and Support Services
By Matt VanAuken, DP Chief Executive Officer & Executive Director Earlier this year, the Colorado Legislature enacted a significant new...
National Council on Independent Living Condemns Federal Order Rescinding Key Section 504 Community Integration Rules
Dear Independent Living Community, Yesterday afternoon, a federal judge in the ongoing legal battle of Texas v. Kennedy issued a...
Empowering the Disability Community: Key Takeaways from the "Ready to Vote" Conversation
As the upcoming election season draws closer, community engagement and accessibility remain paramount for ensuring that every eligible citizen can...
Bipartisan House Resolution Reaffirms Civil Right of Disabled Americans to Live in Communities, Not Institutions
WASHINGTON — A broad coalition of disability rights organizations is welcoming the introduction of a new bipartisan resolution in the...
Virginia Passes Landmark Open-Captioning Legislation for Movie Theaters, Boosting Accessibility for All Audiences
"Want to go see a movie today?" For millions of people living with hearing loss, a simple trip to the...
Navigating Air Travel with Hearing Loss: Holiday Tips, Rights, and New Protections
The holiday season brings joy, family reunions, and often a hectic trip through crowded airports. For travelers with hearing loss,...
Exploring Colombia’s Accessibility Landscape: Vibrant Culture, Exotic Flavors, and an Airport Boarding Clash
Happy Friday, friends. I recently returned from a remarkable, immersive tour of Colombia, where I spent time exploring the vibrant...