Category Archives: Self-Advocates

Gail Williamson: Changing Hollywood’s Perception of Disability | The Hub Southern California

Williamson has launched and nurtured the careers of countless talented actors with disabilities. Source: Gail Williamson: Changing Hollywood’s Perception of Disability | The Hub Southern California

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Udio | Center for Emerging Technology and Students with Disabilities

Source: Udio | Center for Emerging Technology and Students with Disabilities NDSC is providing input on the development of this networked UDL reading environment, regarding usability for students with intellectual disabilities. In addition to working on reading skills, it will … Continue reading

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Gap unveils first ever model with Down syndrome Kayla Kosmalski in Miami

Delaware youngster Kayla Kosmalski will hit the catwalk to celebrate Ellen DeGeneres’s new clothing line on Saturday. The ABLE Act was passed in her name to give more financial rights to the disabled. Source: Gap unveils first ever model with … Continue reading

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Governor McCrory Signs Achieving a Better Life Experience Act | State of North Carolina: Governor Pat McCrory

Governor McCrory Signs Achieving a Better Life Experience Act | State of North Carolina: Governor Pat McCrory.

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Reserve Officer with Down Syndrome Sworn in, Hits Streets of Mpls. | KSTP TV – Minneapolis and St. Paul

Reserve Officer with Down Syndrome Sworn in, Hits Streets of Mpls. | KSTP TV – Minneapolis and St. Paul.

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Thousands Mark The Close Of The Special Olympics – Disability Scoop

Thousands Mark The Close Of The Special Olympics – Disability Scoop.

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Nike Unveils Shoes For People With Special Needs – Disability Scoop

Nike Unveils Shoes For People With Special Needs – Disability Scoop.

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IRS Proposes Rules For New ABLE Accounts – Disability Scoop

IRS Proposes Rules For New ABLE Accounts – Disability Scoop.

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Under New Law, Self-Advocates To Train Police – Disability Scoop

Under New Law, Self-Advocates To Train Police – Disability Scoop.

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Editorial: ABLE Act will help disabled children – Winston-Salem Journal: Editorials

Editorial: ABLE Act will help disabled children – Winston-Salem Journal: Editorials.

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