With more than 10% of the disability discrimination complaints the U. S. Department of Education's Office of Civil Rights (OCR) has received in the … [Read more...] about U.S. Department of Education Releases Guidance On Civil Rights of Students with ADHD
Having a Disability Doesn’t Mean You Cannot Vote
The right to vote is a fundamental right in the United States, although some groups (women, African-Americans) have had to fight for this right in our … [Read more...] about Having a Disability Doesn’t Mean You Cannot Vote
What Not to Say to People Who Use Wheelchairs
Most of us are familiar with some form of the saying, "I really put my foot in my mouth" or, "open mouth, insert foot". It means to (accidentally) … [Read more...] about What Not to Say to People Who Use Wheelchairs
Storytellers: Institutionalized as a Teen
Rooted in Rights, a project of Disability Rights Washington, recently shared the story of Jensen Caraballo, who was institutionalized as a teenager … [Read more...] about Storytellers: Institutionalized as a Teen
Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Final Rules Posted
The Rehabilitation Services Administration (RSA) has announced the posting of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) final rules. The … [Read more...] about Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Final Rules Posted
Requiring Job Applicants to Complete a Medical History Form is Ruled a Violation of the ADA
A federal judge recently found that an employer violated both the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination … [Read more...] about Requiring Job Applicants to Complete a Medical History Form is Ruled a Violation of the ADA
“My Technology Handbook” is a Great Tool for Those New to Computers, Smart Phones and Social Media
So, you just got a new smart phone; now what? What is vlogging? How do you download apps? How do you stay safe on the Internet? How do you Skype? … [Read more...] about “My Technology Handbook” is a Great Tool for Those New to Computers, Smart Phones and Social Media
Self-Advocates: Do You Know About SABE?
SABE. It stands for Self-Advocates Becoming Empowered, and it is a nation-wide advocacy organization. Founded in 1990 (the same year the Americans … [Read more...] about Self-Advocates: Do You Know About SABE?
Need to Check Your Voter Registration? Wish to Contact Your Representative?
Are you not sure whether you are registered to vote? Do you know you are registered, but you're not sure which city or school district ward you live … [Read more...] about Need to Check Your Voter Registration? Wish to Contact Your Representative?