In the Loop
Keeping pace with the world of Disability, one blog post at a time
The anatomy of the curb cut
How much do you know about the Disability civil rights movement known as Independent Living (IL)? Perhaps you're well-versed in the grassroots advocacy and activism that ignited the Disability community in Vietnam Era America. Or maybe you're...
Shoot for the moon!
In his personal essay for CNN's iReport, Bret Bowerman issues a powerful challenge for a paradigm shift in the way we think about children with disabilities. Bowerman is the father of a four-year-old with Down Syndrome. He generously shares...
He didn’t listen.
If you know how it feels to contend with naysayers, this one's for you. "They told me I should just quit. They didn't call my name.... Told me it was over.... But I've been deaf since I was three; so I didn't listen." --Derrick Coleman, ...
‘Little Mavens’ light up holiday ads
Tori Spelling has teamed up with some moms on a mission to infuse inclusive advertising into our culture. Check out the Little Maven Holiday Lookbook 2013 to experience a wonderful spread that amplifies the beauty and fun that glows in all children.
Pittsburgh ‘meets-up’ for access
Pittsburgh disability advocates want to make their city more accessible, and they're enlisting a broad range of thinkers and problem solvers to get the job done. Check out the full story here. How is your town or city approaching access for people with disabilities? ...
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