Significant Rise in Students with Disabilities in General Education Classrooms, New GAO Report Reveals
The landscape of special education in the United States has undergone a substantial transformation in recent years, with a notable…
Accessibility
Trump Administration Rescinds Key ADA Guidance, Raising Concerns for Disability Rights
In a significant shift that has sent ripples through the disability rights community, the Trump administration has announced it will…
UNT Health Fort Worth Institute Joins National Effort to Unravel Alzheimer’s Risk in Adults with Down Syndrome
FORT WORTH, Texas – An institute within UNT Health Fort Worth is at the forefront of a significant national research…
The Representation of Autism in Media Takes Center Stage as Actress and Reality Series Earn Emmy Nominations
The television landscape is poised for a significant moment of recognition as two prominent entries highlighting autistic individuals and experiences…
Meta Faces Lawsuit Alleging AI-Driven Discrimination Against Disabled Workers During Mass Layoffs
A class-action lawsuit has been filed against Meta Platforms Inc., the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, accusing the…
The Growing Presence of Autism Spectrum Disorder on College Campuses Demands Enhanced Support and Understanding
New estimates reveal a significantly larger population of students with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) enrolled in U.S. colleges and universities…
Federal Special Education Law Under Threat as Over Half of States Falter in Meeting Obligations
More than half of the United States are failing to uphold their commitments under the federal Individuals with Disabilities Education…
The White House Challenges Right of Individuals with Disabilities to Sue Federal Agencies for Discrimination
The Trump administration is launching a significant legal challenge that could fundamentally alter how individuals with disabilities seek recourse against…
Federal Education Department’s Special Education Role Shift Sparks Lingering Stakeholder Concerns
Federal education officials have provided additional details regarding their forthcoming plans to transfer significant special education responsibilities, a move aimed…
Empowering Futures: Touro University Capstone Project Spurs Self-Advocacy Curriculum for Individuals with Down Syndrome, Expanding Nationwide
LAS VEGAS – A groundbreaking curriculum designed to foster self-advocacy skills in individuals with Down syndrome, developed as a capstone…
