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Disability Support & Independent Living
Federal Lawmakers Propose Landmark National Hotline for Developmental Disability Caregivers
A bipartisan group of federal lawmakers is championing the establishment of a groundbreaking national hotline specifically designed to support caregivers…
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Disability Support & Independent Living
Angel Ponce: A Driving Force for Disability Inclusion in Houston and Beyond
Angel Ponce, a distinguished advisor with an extensive background in advocacy and municipal leadership, is significantly shaping the landscape of…
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Disability Support & Independent Living
The Business Case for Inclusion: Driving Profit, Innovation, and Employee Loyalty Through Disability Employment
Companies consistently outperforming their competitors are not relying on serendipity; they are strategically investing in disability inclusion, yielding measurable returns…
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Disability Support & Independent Living
The Crucial Role of Early Disability Inclusion in Shaping a More Empathetic Future
From the earliest stages of childhood development, children begin to observe and interpret the world around them, actively forming perceptions…
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Disability Support & Independent Living
Words Matter: Best Practices for Disability-Inclusive Language
The power of language to shape perceptions, foster understanding, and cultivate respect was underscored in a recent virtual training session…
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Disability Support & Independent Living
EEOC Issues Crucial Guidance on Telework as Disability Accommodation Amidst Federal Return-to-Office Mandate
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has released comprehensive guidance for federal agencies on the evaluation of telework requests…
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Disability Support & Independent Living
A Call to Action: Reimagining Solutions for Houselessness and Disability Through Inclusion
The United States stands at a critical juncture, grappling with the complex and deeply intertwined issues of houselessness, mental health,…
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Disability Support & Independent Living
Disability Belongs Launches Fall 2026 Leadership Program to Empower Emerging Leaders in Disability Inclusion
Disability Belongs is currently accepting applications for its Fall 2026 Leadership Program, a fully virtual and paid opportunity designed to…
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Disability Support & Independent Living
A Heartfelt Beat: A Powerful Exploration of Sibling Bonds and Disability in Short Film
The short film A Heartfelt Beat, a compelling entry in the 2026 Easterseals Disability Film Challenge, transcends its sub-four-minute runtime…
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Disability Support & Independent Living
Work Trip: A Comedic Exploration of Fear, Harassment, and Authentic Disability Representation
A comedic short film, "Work Trip," penned, directed, and produced by Rachel Handler, a distinguished alumna of the 2020 Entertainment…
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