It is not always clear that disability is included in justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion (JEDI) initiatives and though schools and many organizations have made efforts to create fair, open, ...
The Academic Resource Center and the Office of the Provost are sponsoring the university’s first Disability Cultural Month throughout October and through Nov. 13, which features events, panel ...
As the number of students with disabilities increases, Tufts is paying greater attention to addressing their needs. "Disabled students, especially those with learning/behavioral disabilities such as ...
The story of disability sits at the heart of the human experience. In fact, one could argue that the narrative of disability is essential to chronicling the nature of diversity through the culture of ...
As July unfolds, we enter a time of celebration and reflection: Disability Pride Month. This annual observance is more than just a recognition of the challenges faced by individuals with disabilities.
Each February, Jewish Disability Awareness and Inclusion Month (JDAIM) is a powerful reminder of our collective obligation to ...
It took me a long time to consider myself “disabled.” I know that sounds strange coming from someone who, wheelchair and all, is a veritable poster child for the term. Yet growing up, “disabled” ...
Montoya is the founder of the Alex Montoya Foundation, celebrating immigrants and people with disabilities, and lives in East Village. Time and again, I see the poster or brochure or online photo. It ...
In a previous editorial I commented on Lindsay Bowe’s powerful expression in the UAB Graduate School “Say It In 6” competition with her insightful words: "Disabled and equally capable as before." Once ...
University of Michigan pediatric neurologist Vivian Cheung made a name for herself studying rare genetic diseases, and in 2008 — when she was on the faculty at the University of Pennsylvania — was ...
The president’s disdain for disabled people—and obsession with genetic superiority—harks back to a grim past. President Trump’s suggestion last month that the tragic Potomac air crash was somehow the ...