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Today the world observes International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD), a moment to reflect on how far we’ve come and the work that remains to put disability inclusion at the center of social change. #Disability #IDPD2025
December 3, 2025 at 4:15 PM
Today the world observes International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD), a moment to reflect on how far we’ve come and the work that remains to put disability inclusion at the center of social change. #Disability #IDPD2025
Imagine a world where belonging doesn’t need to be fought for – it's expected. That’s the world we are building. Your Giving Tuesday gift helps make accessibility a reality for all. Please give today at give.disabilitybelongs.org/GT2025.
December 2, 2025 at 2:08 PM
Imagine a world where belonging doesn’t need to be fought for – it's expected. That’s the world we are building. Your Giving Tuesday gift helps make accessibility a reality for all. Please give today at give.disabilitybelongs.org/GT2025.
Disability Inclusion Tip: Always use respectful language around #disability, not just when you are around a #disabled person. Avoid outdated terms like the "R" word.
November 29, 2025 at 5:14 PM
Disability Inclusion Tip: Always use respectful language around #disability, not just when you are around a #disabled person. Avoid outdated terms like the "R" word.
Disability Belongs™ is closed for the holidays! We will re-open on December 1.
November 27, 2025 at 3:38 PM
Disability Belongs™ is closed for the holidays! We will re-open on December 1.
We're excited to announce that the nomination process has opened for the 2026 Ben Spangenberg and Justin Chappell Memorial Award and the 2026 Steve Bartlett Award. You can either nominate yourself or someone else for these prestigious awards. More info: www.disabilitybelongs.org/annual-awards/apply/
November 24, 2025 at 6:01 PM
We're excited to announce that the nomination process has opened for the 2026 Ben Spangenberg and Justin Chappell Memorial Award and the 2026 Steve Bartlett Award. You can either nominate yourself or someone else for these prestigious awards. More info: www.disabilitybelongs.org/annual-awards/apply/
As we enter the holiday season, Disability Belongs™ is delighted to share Event Accessibility Considerations – a practical, easy-to-use resource to help you plan events that are truly accessible and welcoming. Check it out: www.DisabilityBelongs.org/Resources/Events/ #Disabilities #Disability
November 23, 2025 at 1:23 PM
As we enter the holiday season, Disability Belongs™ is delighted to share Event Accessibility Considerations – a practical, easy-to-use resource to help you plan events that are truly accessible and welcoming. Check it out: www.DisabilityBelongs.org/Resources/Events/ #Disabilities #Disability
After advocacy from us and our partners, the Social Security Administration has halted its plan to eliminate the role of age in SSDI and SSI #disability determinations – a proposal that would have put many older #disabled workers at risk of losing access to the earned benefits they rely on.
November 21, 2025 at 5:27 PM
After advocacy from us and our partners, the Social Security Administration has halted its plan to eliminate the role of age in SSDI and SSI #disability determinations – a proposal that would have put many older #disabled workers at risk of losing access to the earned benefits they rely on.
We are excited to announce that 239 people applied to join the Disability Belongs™ Leadership Program Spring 2026 Cohort! Thank you to everyone who applied!
November 17, 2025 at 6:28 PM
We are excited to announce that 239 people applied to join the Disability Belongs™ Leadership Program Spring 2026 Cohort! Thank you to everyone who applied!
Time is running out! Apply Now for the Disability Belongs™ Leadership Program Spring 2026 Cohort. The final deadline to get your application in is Sunday, November 16 at 5 p.m. ET. All of the information you need is at www.disabilitybelongs.org/leadership-program #Disability #Disabilities #Disabled
November 7, 2025 at 6:41 PM
Time is running out! Apply Now for the Disability Belongs™ Leadership Program Spring 2026 Cohort. The final deadline to get your application in is Sunday, November 16 at 5 p.m. ET. All of the information you need is at www.disabilitybelongs.org/leadership-program #Disability #Disabilities #Disabled
Presidential elections get the spotlight. But today’s local and state elections are just as important. Why? Because every elected position impacts our daily lives as disabled people. (1/4) #ElectionDay #Disability #Disabilities #Disabled
November 4, 2025 at 3:51 PM
Presidential elections get the spotlight. But today’s local and state elections are just as important. Why? Because every elected position impacts our daily lives as disabled people. (1/4) #ElectionDay #Disability #Disabilities #Disabled
Beginning January 1, 2026, the eligibility rules for ABLE accounts will expand, allowing millions more Americans to:
• Save money in a tax-advantaged account
• Maintain eligibility for vital public benefits while building assets
• Gain greater financial independence and security
#Disability #ABLE
• Save money in a tax-advantaged account
• Maintain eligibility for vital public benefits while building assets
• Gain greater financial independence and security
#Disability #ABLE
October 28, 2025 at 4:14 PM
Beginning January 1, 2026, the eligibility rules for ABLE accounts will expand, allowing millions more Americans to:
• Save money in a tax-advantaged account
• Maintain eligibility for vital public benefits while building assets
• Gain greater financial independence and security
#Disability #ABLE
• Save money in a tax-advantaged account
• Maintain eligibility for vital public benefits while building assets
• Gain greater financial independence and security
#Disability #ABLE
They got into the Louvre. Can everyone get into your building? We offer accessibility training for wherever you are in your disability inclusion journey - learn more: www.disabilitybelongs.org/partner/ #DisabilityInclusion #Disability #Accessibility
October 27, 2025 at 4:38 PM
They got into the Louvre. Can everyone get into your building? We offer accessibility training for wherever you are in your disability inclusion journey - learn more: www.disabilitybelongs.org/partner/ #DisabilityInclusion #Disability #Accessibility
Some employees with learning disabilities may require reasonable accommodations, which are adjustments to their job duties or working environment, depending on the specific nature of their disability and role. #Disabilities #Disability
October 24, 2025 at 4:10 PM
Some employees with learning disabilities may require reasonable accommodations, which are adjustments to their job duties or working environment, depending on the specific nature of their disability and role. #Disabilities #Disability
Starting meetings with an optional well-being check-in is a small change that employers can make that can go a long way to reducing stigma around mental health disabilities. Learn about other strategies for fostering inclusion: www.respectability.org/resources/me... #Disabilities #MentalHealth
October 21, 2025 at 5:13 PM
Starting meetings with an optional well-being check-in is a small change that employers can make that can go a long way to reducing stigma around mental health disabilities. Learn about other strategies for fostering inclusion: www.respectability.org/resources/me... #Disabilities #MentalHealth
In our new resource about "Developing Leadership Skills in the Workplace," you can learn about upskilling yourself for leadership, pitching yourself for opportunities, and using lived experience as an asset. Check it out: www.disabilitybelongs.org/resources/de... #Disability #NDEAM #Disabilities
October 12, 2025 at 1:06 PM
In our new resource about "Developing Leadership Skills in the Workplace," you can learn about upskilling yourself for leadership, pitching yourself for opportunities, and using lived experience as an asset. Check it out: www.disabilitybelongs.org/resources/de... #Disability #NDEAM #Disabilities
With the recent changes in workplace culture and DEI-related federal guidance, many companies are uncertain about the legal implications of investing in diversity within their work environments. (1/3)
October 10, 2025 at 1:26 PM
With the recent changes in workplace culture and DEI-related federal guidance, many companies are uncertain about the legal implications of investing in diversity within their work environments. (1/3)
It's October, which means that National #Disability Employment Awareness Month's 80th anniversary is here! We've shared a new resource to celebrate: 10 Tips to Increase Disability Inclusion in the Workplace! Check it out at DisabilityBelongs.org/NDEAM25 and stay tuned for more resources all month!
October 3, 2025 at 2:14 PM
It's October, which means that National #Disability Employment Awareness Month's 80th anniversary is here! We've shared a new resource to celebrate: 10 Tips to Increase Disability Inclusion in the Workplace! Check it out at DisabilityBelongs.org/NDEAM25 and stay tuned for more resources all month!
At Disability Belongs™, we know that disability is not a bad word or something to be afraid of. That’s why we put it in our name! We recommend avoiding euphemisms like “special needs” or “differently abled” and confidently embracing the word “disability.” #Disabilities #Disability #Disabled
September 28, 2025 at 6:33 PM
At Disability Belongs™, we know that disability is not a bad word or something to be afraid of. That’s why we put it in our name! We recommend avoiding euphemisms like “special needs” or “differently abled” and confidently embracing the word “disability.” #Disabilities #Disability #Disabled
Disability Inclusion Tip: Use larger, sans-serif fonts. For print and digital materials, use a minimum of size 16-point font to ensure to ensure better readability. For example, the "Aa"s in this graphic are in League Spartan and Lato. #DisabilityInclusion #Disability #Disabilities
September 21, 2025 at 2:41 PM
Disability Inclusion Tip: Use larger, sans-serif fonts. For print and digital materials, use a minimum of size 16-point font to ensure to ensure better readability. For example, the "Aa"s in this graphic are in League Spartan and Lato. #DisabilityInclusion #Disability #Disabilities
The Jewish High Holidays start next week, and we're happy to share that we've updated our Jewish High Holidays Guide to Accessibility, Inclusion, and Belonging for 2025! It centers on rituals and traditions, including accessible Tashlich and Sukkah visits. Read the guide: bit.ly/4mocRt6
September 19, 2025 at 4:37 PM
The Jewish High Holidays start next week, and we're happy to share that we've updated our Jewish High Holidays Guide to Accessibility, Inclusion, and Belonging for 2025! It centers on rituals and traditions, including accessible Tashlich and Sukkah visits. Read the guide: bit.ly/4mocRt6
In order to cast your ballot, you must be registered to vote. Checking your registration status is easy – learn how, plus find other resources about voting, at www.DisabilityBelongs.org/vote #DisabilityVotingRightsWeek
September 12, 2025 at 8:47 PM
In order to cast your ballot, you must be registered to vote. Checking your registration status is easy – learn how, plus find other resources about voting, at www.DisabilityBelongs.org/vote #DisabilityVotingRightsWeek
When it comes to our rights as people with disabilities, our impact is stronger when we vote in all elections that we are eligible to vote in, including local and state elections. Every year is an election year, so learn more about how to get involved at www.DisabilityBelongs.org/vote #Disability
September 10, 2025 at 5:49 PM
When it comes to our rights as people with disabilities, our impact is stronger when we vote in all elections that we are eligible to vote in, including local and state elections. Every year is an election year, so learn more about how to get involved at www.DisabilityBelongs.org/vote #Disability
It's Disability Voting Rights Week! 1 in 4 American voters are people with disabilities. Accessible methods, such as mail-in ballots and accessible voting machines, are how some disabled voters cast their ballot. Access to these methods must be protected and expanded, not restricted. #Disability
September 8, 2025 at 3:39 PM
It's Disability Voting Rights Week! 1 in 4 American voters are people with disabilities. Accessible methods, such as mail-in ballots and accessible voting machines, are how some disabled voters cast their ballot. Access to these methods must be protected and expanded, not restricted. #Disability
On 9/7 at 3 p.m. ET, join CMA’s Research & Insights team for a riveting panel discussion with industry experts on the power of authentic disability representation. This event will be co-moderated by Lauren Appelbaum, our SVP of Entertainment and Media. Register: www.tickettailor.com/events/child...
September 4, 2025 at 6:10 PM
On 9/7 at 3 p.m. ET, join CMA’s Research & Insights team for a riveting panel discussion with industry experts on the power of authentic disability representation. This event will be co-moderated by Lauren Appelbaum, our SVP of Entertainment and Media. Register: www.tickettailor.com/events/child...
#Disability Inclusion Tip: When hosting a busy event, create a low-sensory space for anyone who may experience overstimulation. This could be a calming room with soft lighting where people can relax & decompress from overwhelming sensory input, such as noises, crowds, smells, lights, & socializing.
August 31, 2025 at 5:39 PM
#Disability Inclusion Tip: When hosting a busy event, create a low-sensory space for anyone who may experience overstimulation. This could be a calming room with soft lighting where people can relax & decompress from overwhelming sensory input, such as noises, crowds, smells, lights, & socializing.