Colleges Now Educating Vastly More Students with Autism Than Previously Underestimated
New research published in the journal Autism in Adulthood reveals a significant underestimation of the number of autistic students currently…
Disability Rights
Connecticut Launches Free Paraeducator Preparation Academy Amid Critical Special Education Shortage
NEW HAVEN, Conn. – Connecticut is taking a significant step to bolster its special education workforce with the introduction of…
Federal Government Withholds Nearly $1.1 Billion in Medicaid Payments from Minnesota and California Amid Fraud Concerns
The Trump administration announced this week a significant withholding of federal Medicaid payments to both Minnesota and California, totaling nearly…
White House Challenges Right to Sue Federal Government Over Disability Accommodations in Landmark Case
The White House is mounting a significant legal challenge to a long-standing lawsuit concerning its disability accommodations, directly questioning the…
Federal Officials Delay Key Autism Panel Meeting Amidst Public Outcry Over Limited Comment Period
Federal officials have announced a postponement of a crucial meeting for the Interagency Autism Coordinating Committee (IACC), a pivotal advisory…
A World-Changing Advocate: "Being Heumann" to Premiere as Opening Night Film at Toronto International Film Festival
The transformative life and enduring legacy of Judy Heumann, a pivotal figure in the global disability rights movement, are set…
Empowering Futures: Touro University Capstone Project Cultivates Self-Advocacy Skills for Individuals with Down Syndrome, Expands Nationally
In a significant development for individuals with Down syndrome and their families, a groundbreaking curriculum designed to foster essential self-advocacy…
Netflix Enhances Accessibility with American Sign Language Interpretation for Family Content
Netflix has taken a significant stride in its commitment to inclusive storytelling by introducing American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation overlays…
Center Stage PossABILITIES: A San Antonio Theater Company Finds Its Voice Onscreen
SAN ANTONIO, Texas – Julian Chapa’s fervent desire to embody the Beast in Disney’s “Beauty and the Beast” sparked a…
Navigating the Labyrinth: Families in the Lehigh Valley Battle Autism Diagnosis and Service Gaps
For parents raising children with autism, the journey is often characterized by immense love, unwavering dedication, and a persistent, often…
