By Leslie King
The trichotillomania bracelet looks unassuming, just like any other smart technology worn around the wrist. But rather than counting steps or heartbeats, it serves another purpose. Continue reading STEM Professor Receives Award to Study Technologies for Disability Community
Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) has received the highest ranking for the fourth year in a row on the Disability Equality Index (DEI), and it received the Employer of the Year: Inspire Award, recognizing the company for its exemplary policies, strategies and initiatives that have resulted in measureable results in the areas of disability inclusiveness in the workplace, marketplace and supply chain. Continue reading Northrop Grumman Named a 2018 “Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion” and Receives the “Employer of the Year: Inspire Award”
By Erica Sabino
The world may know Stevie Wonder as a legendary musical artist, but not everyone is aware of the many ways in which he influences the community beyond sharing his love for music. While music does play a big part in his life, the 25-time GRAMMY Award winner’s impact reaches way beyond the music industry and the people who listen to his work. Continue reading For a Brighter Future—Advocate Stevie Wonder still keeping the dream alive
Eddie Ndopu wants to become the first physically disabled person to travel to space. MTV will follow a South African activist on his quest to become the first physically disabled person to travel to space. Continue reading MTV to Chronicle Disability Activist’s Quest to Travel Into Space
World Disability Day 2018 is meant to promote rights and well-being of persons with disabilities in all spheres of development and society. Continue reading World Disability Day 2018 Focuses On Equal Opportunities And Inclusiveness For People With Disability
A Kent State basketball recruit will become the first player with autism to earn a scholarship for a Division 1 NCAA team sport when he joins the team next year. Continue reading A Kent State recruit is the first player with autism to earn a scholarship for a Division 1 NCAA team sport
WHILL, Inc. recently announced their Model Ci personal electric vehicle (EV) received top accolades from one of the nation’s most esteemed publications, TIME, as one of the “50 Best Inventions of 2018.” Continue reading WHILL Model Ci Earns Spot on TIME’s Best Inventions of 2018 List
Justin Gallegos, a runner at University of Oregon, has made history by becoming the first professional athlete with cerebral palsy to sign with Nike. Gallegos, a junior with the school’s running club, made the announcement in an emotional video on his Instagram page. Continue reading Runner becomes first pro athlete with cerebral palsy to sign with Nike
Children on the autism spectrum have unique needs. As parents, we might not always understand the reason behind a child’s preferences. Nonetheless, we do our best to accommodate them and create an environment where our child feels safe and comfortable. Continue reading 7 Essentials for Decorating Your ASD Child’s Bedroom
The Americans with Disabilities Act celebrated its 27th anniversary this year, and while it has changed countless lives, it clear that much work still needs to be done. Continue reading Wonder Women in Accessibility
