#disability-rights

#disability-rights

Maddie Cowey, diagnosed with incurable sarcoma at 18, manages her cancer through clinical trials. At 27, she's stable and prioritizing quality of life.

"Our goal is to be the space where people can come for a restorative space when you're exhausted by how much ableism there is..."

The Committee on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities expressed concerns about the UK's welfare bill, fearing it may worsen the rights of disabled people.

The provisions of the universal credit and personal independent payment bill have not been subject to a formal consultation with disabled people and their carers.

Meg Hillier stated that Downing Street listened and honored its promises regarding the welfare bill, confirming her support for the bill after securing key concessions.

Marley's journey highlights the transformative power of sports for children with disabilities, demonstrating how inclusion can help in developing confidence and achieving dreams.

A letter sent by over 200 disabled Amazon workers states the company is out of compliance with federal law, particularly concerning ADA requirements.

Veterans who live with a 100% service-connected disability have given everything in the defense of our nation. They deserve more than just our thanks—they deserve real, tangible support.

Disabled people could lose more than £10,000 a year as a result of Sir Keir Starmer's benefit cuts, a group of MPs has warned.

Let's cut straight to the chase - I'm here today to call out the blatant Assessments of Needs law-breaking by the Taoiseach and the Government.

The federal court ruling mandates necessary accommodations for disabled individuals living in the encampment, allowing them to remain for at least two more months.

"We have worked for decades to ensure that the sector can provide better work for disabled people, and now the proposals threaten that progress."

Bowhay's journey underscores the significant barriers faced by disabled individuals, highlighting how public transportation can restrict their freedoms and independence.

We have already endured a decade of austerity, disproportionate pandemic losses, and life-costing cuts, the letter says of disabled people in the UK. We, the undersigned, will not stand by while our community is sacrificed for the illusion of savings.

"Everyone should feel like they belong, that they are included," Vogel-Campbell said, emphasizing the importance of inclusivity for all students in graduation ceremonies.

After Richard Hale had his leg amputated, he faced housing insecurity until receiving support via the HUD-Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing program, underscoring the importance of rental assistance.

The incident has led the SNS Police to initiate a hate crime investigation following a disturbing video that surfaced on social media.

"The cuts to transportation benefits for seniors and disabled individuals in Berkeley go against the city's rich history of supporting disability rights and accessibility."

Disclosing neurodivergence can be beneficial for accessing legal protections, but it may also lead to misunderstandings or negative assumptions about job performance.