Disability rights

National Council on Disability First Report of Bioethics Series Examines Organ Transplant Discrimination, Calls on HHS OCR, DOJ to Issue Life-Saving Guidance

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Wednesday, September 25, 2019
Disability, Human rights in the United States, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, Americans with Disabilities Act, Politics of the United States, Disability rights

"We live in a world where organ denials are based on disability, rather than suitability," said NCD Chairman Neil Romano.

Key Points: 
  • "We live in a world where organ denials are based on disability, rather than suitability," said NCD Chairman Neil Romano.
  • "Receiving an organ to save your life should never be jeopardized because of fears, myths, and stereotypes about disability.
  • Disability-related policies vary greatly across organ transplant centers and across categories of disability.
  • The Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act prohibit organ transplant centers from discriminating on the basis of disability.

2019-20 Review Uncovers New Data And Insights Into Diversity And Inclusion In The Legal Profession

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Wednesday, September 4, 2019
Articles, Education, Humans, Accessibility, Human resource management, Disability rights, Critical pedagogy, Inclusion, Philosophy of education, Multiculturalism

CHICAGO, Sept. 4, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --The Institute for Inclusion in the Legal Profession ("IILP") has released its 2019-20 Review on the State of Diversity and Inclusion in the Legal Profession.

Key Points: 
  • CHICAGO, Sept. 4, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --The Institute for Inclusion in the Legal Profession ("IILP") has released its 2019-20 Review on the State of Diversity and Inclusion in the Legal Profession.
  • The legal profession remains one of the least diverse of all professions in the US.
  • In conjunction with the publication of the Review, IILP will be convening Symposia on the State of Diversity and Inclusion in the Legal Profession in cities across the country.
  • Through programs, projects, and research, the Institute for Inclusion in the Legal Profession promotes diversity and inclusion in the legal profession.

Center for Independent Living of Broward and Miami Marlins Raise Funds for Affordable Housing for People with Disabilities

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Friday, August 16, 2019
Disability rights, Caregiving, Independent living, Broward County, Florida

Proceeds from the 50/50 raffle were donated to the organization's affordable housing program, helping people living with disabilities achieve their dreams of homeownership.

Key Points: 
  • Proceeds from the 50/50 raffle were donated to the organization's affordable housing program, helping people living with disabilities achieve their dreams of homeownership.
  • The Center for Independent Living of Broward's mission is to offer assistance to people with disabilities in fulfilling their goals of independence and self-sufficiency.
  • The Center has assisted over 100,000 Broward County residents since 1991 and is the only agency in Broward County to offer services to people with all disabilities.
  • "We are thankful to the Miami Marlins and sponsors for their generous support for people with disabilities in South Florida.

Kennedy Krieger Institute Announces Inaugural, National Neurodiversity Conference

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Thursday, August 15, 2019
Abnormal psychology, Human behavior, Articles, Autism, Disability rights, Johns Hopkins University, Kennedy Krieger Institute, Middle East, Baltimore, Identity politics, Neurodiversity, Diversity, Workplace

"With more than 80 years of clinical and educational experience and expertise working with individuals with neurodiverse traits, Kennedy Krieger is proud to host, along with our key sponsor BD, our first national conference on neurodiversity in the workplace.

Key Points: 
  • "With more than 80 years of clinical and educational experience and expertise working with individuals with neurodiverse traits, Kennedy Krieger is proud to host, along with our key sponsor BD, our first national conference on neurodiversity in the workplace.
  • Our goal is to help employers and members of the higher education community open opportunities for individuals as they transition from school and internship environments to the workforce," said Bradley Schlaggar, president and CEO of Kennedy Krieger Institute.
  • "This conference will foster a robust dialog between neurodiversity experts and those seeking to learn more about how to enhance diversity, inclusion and equity in their workplaces."
  • Visit http://KennedyKrieger.org for more information about Kennedy Krieger.

Travelers Named a Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion

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Thursday, August 8, 2019
Professional services, Other Consumer, Consumer, Insurance, Human resources, Education, Articles, Humans, Segregation, Disability rights, Disability, Inclusion, Special education, Accessibility, Ability, American Association on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

The Travelers Companies, Inc. (NYSE: TRV ) today announced that it has been named a Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion by Disability:IN and the American Association of People with Disabilities for the second consecutive year.

Key Points: 
  • The Travelers Companies, Inc. (NYSE: TRV ) today announced that it has been named a Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion by Disability:IN and the American Association of People with Disabilities for the second consecutive year.
  • The company scored 100 on the 2019 Disability Equality Index (DEI), a comprehensive benchmarking tool that measures a companys disability inclusion practices and policies related to culture, leadership, accessibility, employment, community engagement and supplier diversity.
  • Its an honor to be recognized once again by Disability:IN and the American Association of People with Disabilities, said Fred Colon, Chief Diversity & Inclusion Officer at Travelers.
  • Diversity and inclusion is a business imperative at Travelers, and the company supports its employees with disabilities in a number of ways.

User1st Celebrates the 29th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act

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Thursday, July 25, 2019
Articles, Design, Humans, Disability rights, Usability, Web accessibility, Web design, Accessibility, Disability, Digital divide, Special education, Inclusion

"However, much work remains as the digital divide for people with disabilities endures.

Key Points: 
  • "However, much work remains as the digital divide for people with disabilities endures.
  • That's why it's critical today that our adherence to the ADA continues to extend to web accessibility and set a global example for digital inclusion.
  • One in five Americans lives with a disability, according to the U.S. Census, which makes the community of people with disabilities the largest U.S. minority.
  • User1st provides the most advanced web and mobile accessibility solutions on the market for testing, remediation, monitoring and compliance.

Southern Company Scores 100 Percent on Disability Equality Index

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Wednesday, July 24, 2019
Disability, American Association of People with Disabilities, Ability, Magazines, Health, Periodicals, Disability rights, Social theories, Accessibility

ATLANTA, June 24, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --The Disability Equality Index (DEI) has rated Southern Company as one of the "Best Places to Work for Disability Inclusion."

Key Points: 
  • ATLANTA, June 24, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --The Disability Equality Index (DEI) has rated Southern Company as one of the "Best Places to Work for Disability Inclusion."
  • "Creating a workplace in which every employee can reach his or her full potential is a priority at Southern Company," said Sloane Drake, senior vice president of human resources for Southern Company and Georgia Power.
  • Southern Company earned a 100 percent score reflecting a strong alignment with leading disability-inclusion practices.
  • The Disability Equality Index (DEI) is a joint initiative of the American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD) and Disability:IN.

United Spinal Association & New York City Disability Advocates Secure Landmark Victory To Make Every Street Corner In Every Borough Wheelchair Accessible

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Tuesday, July 23, 2019
Urban planning, Disability rights, Articles, Transport, Disability, Accessibility, Prejudices, Ableism, Curb cut

It is a major step toward full accessibility and mobility for all residents, and visitors to the City."

Key Points: 
  • It is a major step toward full accessibility and mobility for all residents, and visitors to the City."
  • We look forward to working with the City to achieve 100 percent accessibility at every corner, on the agreed schedule."
  • In 1994, United Spinal (then known as Eastern Paralyzed Veterans Association), sued the City for its failure to install curb ramps.
  • The firm also provides representation in disability discrimination and retaliation cases, and in disability income policy disputes.

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts Named A Best Place to Work For Disability Inclusion

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Tuesday, July 23, 2019
Disability, Disability rights

BOSTON, July 23, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts was recognized as a "Best Place to Work" for disability inclusion by the Disability Equality Index.

Key Points: 
  • BOSTON, July 23, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts was recognized as a "Best Place to Work" for disability inclusion by the Disability Equality Index.
  • A joint initiative of the American Association of People with Disabilities and Disability:IN, the index conducts a comprehensive annual benchmarking survey that measures workplace disability inclusion policies and practices.
  • "We are thrilled to be named to the DEI's list of best places to work for disability inclusion as a first-time participant," said Sue Sgroi, chief human resources officer and senior vice president of organizational effectiveness at Blue Cross.
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts ( bluecrossma.com ) is a community-focused, tax-paying, not-for-profit health plan headquartered in Boston.

GoNoodle Collaborates with RespectAbility to Include Disabilities in Digital Kids' Media with Creation and Launch of New GoNoodle Champ

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Monday, July 22, 2019
Disability rights, RespectAbility, Disability

NASHVILLE, Tenn., July 22, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --GoNoodle and RespectAbility are collaborating to bring more disabled diversity to digital kids' media and today announced the creation and launch of Flash Bolton, a new GoNoodle Champ.

Key Points: 
  • NASHVILLE, Tenn., July 22, 2019 /PRNewswire/ --GoNoodle and RespectAbility are collaborating to bring more disabled diversity to digital kids' media and today announced the creation and launch of Flash Bolton, a new GoNoodle Champ.
  • To create Flash Bolton, GoNoodle worked with RespectAbility, a leading non-profit that fights stigmas and advances opportunities so that people with disabilities can fully participate in all aspects of their communities.
  • "Our work with GoNoodle enables portrayal in digital kids' media of a character with a disability, which then helps remove the barriers that separate us."
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