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Major Corporations To Get Neurodiversity Training
In an effort to bolster employment for individuals with autism and other disabilities, Wells Fargo is partnering with a university to help Fortune 500 companies create neurodiversity initiatives.
Adults In Guardianships Often Never Receive Legal Counsel
In most cases, adults with disabilities who are assigned legal guardians to take charge of their affairs are not represented by lawyers to protect their interests, according to data from one state.
Report: Almost All Students With Disabilities Lack Access To College Readiness Programs
A new analysis of federal civil rights data finds stark disparities in advanced courses, dual-enrollment classes and college admission tests.
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Resurgence Of ‘R-Word’ Alarms Disability Advocates
For a decade, disability advocates led a concerted effort to stomp out use of the word "retard." Now they're concerned that the language appears to be making a comeback.
Disney Movie To Star Actress With Cerebral Palsy
Disney is set to release a movie centering on the experience of a sixth grader with cerebral palsy who's nonverbal, uses a wheelchair and is pursuing an inclusive education.
People With Disabilities Rally Outside Uber And Lyft Over Ride Denials
Several hundred protested outside the headquarters of Uber and Lyft accusing the companies of illegally denying rides to people who are blind and their service animals.
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As Election Nears, Presidential Candidates Largely Mum On Disability Issues
People with disabilities are poised to be a powerful voting bloc in the upcoming election, but issues important to this population are getting little attention, advocates say.
How School Shooting Fears Led To A 10-Year-Old Boy With Autism Being Handcuffed
One of the complex consequences of school shootings is young children — including some with disabilities — are increasingly facing criminal repercussions for language deemed threatening.
Uber Launches Improvements To Boost Accessibility
Uber is rolling out new features to assist riders with disabilities and is adding training for drivers to help better accommodate them.
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With Record Special Ed Enrollment, Schools Face ‘Dire’ Shortage Of Trained Staff
The nationwide teacher shortage is well documented. But another category of school workers — special education assistants — is also in alarmingly short supply.
Atlanta Braves Greeter’s Aspirations Know No Bounds
Wilson Barron has cerebral palsy and is nonverbal, but with determination and a strong support team, he's an integral part of the Braves gameday staff, hyping up fans and helping people find their seats.
States Told Not To Skimp On Medicaid Coverage For Kids With IDD
Medicaid programs nationwide are supposed to offer certain services to children with developmental disabilities, but some states haven't been. Now, federal officials are amping up pressure to comply.