Disability Support & Independent Living
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Mari Siilsalu Appointed to Human Rights Council, Ushering in Independent Living Representation
The appointment of Mari Siilsalu, a legal expert from the Independent Living (ILI) organization, to the Council for Human Rights…
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Fiji Opens its Shores to All: Accessible Fiji Launches Comprehensive Inclusive Travel Program
Fiji, a dream destination synonymous with pristine turquoise waters, powdery white-sand beaches, and the unparalleled warmth of its people, has…
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Federal Officials Delay Key Autism Panel Meeting Amidst Public Outcry Over Insufficient Comment Period
Federal officials have postponed a crucial meeting of the Interagency Autism Coordinating Committee (IACC), a pivotal advisory body on autism,…
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Disability Advocates Reaffirm Commitment to Community Living Amidst DOJ Memo Concerns
Advocates for disability rights, justice, independent living, and civil rights across the nation are unequivocally reaffirming a foundational principle of…
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Mari Siilsalu Appointed to Human Rights Council, Marking a Milestone for the Independent Living Movement
The Swedish Human Rights Council has officially welcomed its first dedicated representative from the Independent Living (ILI) movement, a significant…
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Fiji Opens Its Shores: Accessible Fiji Revolutionizes Inclusive Tourism for Travelers with Disabilities
Fiji, a nation synonymous with pristine turquoise waters, lush tropical islands, and unparalleled warm hospitality, has long been a dream…
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Federal Autism Panel Meeting Delayed Amidst Public Outcry Over Limited Comment Period
Federal officials have announced a delay in the crucial meeting of the Interagency Autism Coordinating Committee (IACC), a significant move…
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Disability Belongs Announces Upcoming Events and Highlights Past Successes
Disability Belongs, a prominent nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing the rights and inclusion of individuals with disabilities, is actively preparing…
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La Dame aux Roulettes: Gisèle Caumont’s Journey from War-Torn France to Independent Living in Sweden
Gisèle Caumont, at the age of 87, has published her deeply personal autobiography, "La Dame aux Roulettes" (The Woman on…
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Liam Virgo’s Triumph Over Functional Neurological Disorder Fuels a Passion for Accessible Travel
Liam Virgo, a young man whose life was irrevocably altered at the age of 13 by the sudden onset of…
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