Building Awareness: Why Developmental Disabilities Advocacy Matters in 2025

As we celebrated National Developmental Disability Awareness Month (DDAM) in March 2025, we took stock of how far we’ve come in promoting full inclusion, equal opportunities, and other rights of people with DD. The theme of

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Celebrating Black Leaders with Disabilities Who Changed History

February is Black History Month. We commemorate this very important celebration in February because it coincides with the birthdays of two famous figures in the abolitionist movement: Abraham Lincoln, who signed the Emancipation Proclamation; and Frederick Douglass,

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Accessible Recreation: Finding Activities and Sports for People with Disabilities

One thing that all humans have in common is that we treasure our leisure time, where we can mosey along our favorite nature trail, go bowling with our pals, or create something beautiful at the

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Innovative Assistive Technologies: Enhancing Independence for People with Disabilities

It’s safe to say that most of us use some kind of assistive technology (AT) daily. Remote control devices make it easier to turn on the television. Cell phones navigate us to the library. Even a

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Building a Support Network: How to Create a Strong Community for Individuals with Disabilities

Are you living with a disability? Do you have a friend or loved one with a disability? If so, you know how important it is to live in a community that

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Employment for People with Disabilities: Tips for Finding Inclusive Workplaces

Are you living with a disability and currently looking for employment opportunities? Do you know someone with a disability who wants to find a fulfilling and well-paying job? There’s an excellent chance that you answered

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