Schools, colleges and other public institutions originally had until this week to make online content accessible to people with disabilities. Now, the Justice Department has delayed that deadline.
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A little boy gave her hope for her foster daughter’s future
At a neighborhood park, a young boy noticed Natalie’s young foster daughter using a walker. His reaction left Natalie with an unexpected feeling of hope for the future.
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A disabled mom’s message to parents: We all need help, and it’s OK to ask for it
Raising two kids while living with an autonomic nervous system disorder taught Jessica Slice to embrace interdependence. Her story is a reminder to parents of the power of asking for help.
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People with intellectual disabilities do lots of jobs — but they don’t direct air traffic
After the fatal crash over the Potomac River, President Trump blamed diversity hiring. But that’s not how disability hiring works.
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How a staffing shortage can make special education jobs more dangerous
Special educators are more likely to experience violence or aggression from students. That can make hiring a challenge, at a time when schools nationwide are struggling to fill these positions.
