Disability Belongs™ urges Senate Agriculture Committee leaders to fully restore Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) funding in Farm Bill 2.0. People need access to their benefits! #SNAP #Disability #Disabilities

We’ve made our Resources hub easier to use on our website! You can now filter our resources by topic, which makes it easier to find what you need. We’ve also added a glossary with definitions of some common disabilities and other key terms. Check it out at www.DisabilityBelongs.org/Resources

Watch this podcast featuring a conversation about "Being Heumann," the upcoming Apple TV film about disability rights icon Judy Heumann and her lifelong advocacy, included the historic 504 sit-in. (1/3)

Being Heumann: Sian Heder on Judy Heumann's Legacy & Disability Power | The Independent Ep. 8

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“Some of the most meaningful opportunities in my life began simply because I was willing to share my perspective and advocate for what I believed in.” Learn more about Angelica’s journey to working at the intersection of law, policy, and #disability rights ⬇︎

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For Disability Belongs™ Leadership Program alumna Angelica, disability policy was never just an academic interest. It was personal.

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Watch our President and CEO, Ariel Simms, on Fox 5 D.C.'s The DMV Zone discussing Disability Pride Month and the 2026 Disability Impact Awards.

Ariel Simms on Fox 5 D.C.'s The DMV Zone

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Alt Text Tip: Always review before publishing! Whether written by you or generated by Al, alt text should always be reviewed to ensure it accurately captures the context. #Accessibility #A11y

Today marks 36 years since the ADA was signed into law. We remain as committed as ever to building upon the progress that came from its passage and ensuring that disabled people can fully participate in all aspects of society. Learn more about the ADA: www.disabilitybelongs.org/Resources/ADA/ #ADA36

“One of my hopes is that disability becomes something children learn about from a young age with curiosity, empathy, and joy, rather than fear or discomfort.” – Chrissy Marshall, Writer and Director of “Little Fin” Read our review of “Little Fin” and watch the short film at the link below!

The Impact of Being Represented in “Little Fin” - Disability Belongs™

"Little Fin" flips the script on the phenomenon of people treating disabled people as a spectacle rather than recognizing them as people beyond their disability.

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“For many people with #disabilities and older adults, access to services in the community can mean the difference between living at home or being forced into an institution." Image Description: a person sitting on a bench cheerfully talking with a young man using a wheelchair on the sidewalk.

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Advocates across the country are reaffirming a core disability rights principle: Disability belongs in our communities.

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The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has issued an Interim Final Rule implementing new federal Medicaid work and community engagement requirements for certain adults. We're concerned that the rule creates a new system people must navigate to keep #Medicaid coverage.

We were proud to partner with the Consumer Technology Association (CTA) to explore how the disability community is approaching AI. Read the white paper: www.cta.tech/media/xxehot...

"Because disability is a part of every community and workforce, leadership that does not actively include disabled people is not fully effective leadership. Disability inclusion is therefore a defining requirement of strong leadership.” #Disabilities #Disability

Why Disability Inclusion is an Essential Leadership Quality - Disability Belongs™

There is no "one size fits all" approach to leadership. But effective leadership is not defined by style alone; it is defined by impact.

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Section 504 legally protects #disabled people from discrimination in federally funded programs and services by requiring equal access, reasonable accommodations, and inclusive practices. Learn more about current debates + how #disability rights can be protected and strengthened in our blog post ⬇︎

The Importance of Section 504 for the Future of Disability Rights - Disability Belongs™

Learn about current debates around Section 504 and how disability rights can be protected and strengthened.

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"There are a lot of composers with disabilities...As much as Disability Belongs™ is supporting me as their first composer, I want whoever comes after me to feel more comfortable in their skin to just be the artist they want to be." – Matthew Hua #DisabilityBelongsLab

Graduate Student Brings Unique Perspective to Entertainment Lab for Disabled Creatives

Columbia College Chicago’s Matthew Hua, a Music Composition for Screen MFA student, becomes the first composer selected for Disability Belongs' 2026 Entertainment Lab, an entertainment pipeline progra...

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Our series on The Business Case for Inclusion concludes by bringing together the key insights we explore along the way. From strengthening workplace cultures and expanding talent pipelines to driving innovation, learn why disability inclusion is a strategic advantage for organizations of every size.

The Business Case for Inclusion - Disability Belongs™

Equipping leaders and decision-makers with clear, strategic guidance for building workplaces that work for everyone.

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Twenty years after the adoption of the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD), disability leaders from G20 countries are coming together through the Disability 20 (D20) to help shape the future of international disability policy. (1/2)

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"I really enjoy being able to help people with disabilities and illness find employment in their desired fields. It feels like a win when someone else in my community gets a chance to succeed.” – Isabella V. Image Description: Isabella V. smiling, wearing glasses, earrings, and a black top

From Film Sets to Shaping Inclusive Leadership - Disability Belongs™

Isabella V. is a filmmaker, community organizer, and disability advocate whose work bridges storytelling, media, and inclusive leadership.

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"Charlie Brown began writing to a pen pal not long after the comic strip “Peanuts” debuted in newspapers back in 1950. No one has gotten a look at whoever was on the other end of his letters–until now. Her name is Mia, and she’s a young girl from London of South Asian descent who uses a wheelchair."

Charlie Brown's longtime pen pal is finally revealed in new Apple TV 'Peanuts' movie

Charlie Brown's pen pal is finally revealed in the animated movie “Snoopy Unleashed,” coming to Apple TV in 2027.

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Words Matter! Some #disabled people prefer identity-first language. Others people with #disabilities prefer person-first language. The most respectful approach is to ask the individual and go with their preference.

We have two relatively recent #disability policy-related updates to share. You can also sign up for our Advocate's Agenda newsletter to receive updates like these in your inbox! Image: Our trademarked logo with overlapping green and blue droplet shapes and blue text saying Disability Belongs.

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Sign up for Disability Belongs™ newsletters giving timely updates on policy, opportunities, and events focused on the disability community.

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🎬 What would you ask a Netflix film director if you had the chance? Join us June 30th at 1:30 p.m. ET for a virtual fireside chat with acclaimed filmmaker David Fortune, writer and director of "Color Book," hosted by the inimitable Lawon Exum. Register: www.disabilitybelongs.org/2026/06/fire...

Words Matter: Avoid inspiration p*rn – a trope that reduces disabled people's lives to feel-good stories. People with disabilities are whole individuals with agency, expertise, and full lives. #Disabilities

On 6/22 at 3 p.m. ET, join CTA, Access Living, CommunicationFIRST and Disability Belongs™ to explore key findings from CTA’s AI & Accessibility white paper, including how disabled people are using AI, where it is delivering meaningful benefits, and what barriers continue to limit adoption. RSVP ⬇︎

Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: Innovating for Access – AI in Daily Life . After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.

AI is changing how people work, communicate and access daily life. For technology, policy and innovation leaders, this conversation offers timely insight into what AI means now for accessibility and w...

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Today, Disability Belongs™ is celebrating Autistic Pride Day 2026! At the links in the replies, you can read a success story about one of our autistic team members, shop for some new merch, and get the facts about autism in our "Combatting Misinformation" blog post. #AutisticPride #Disability

We have updates to share on two of our Action Alerts. First, the U.S. Department of Education has announced additional agreements with other federal agencies involving special education, rehabilitation services, and civil rights enforcement.

Join us for a virtual fireside chat with acclaimed filmmaker David Fortune, writer and director of Color Book. Date: Tuesday, June 30th Time: 1:30 p.m. ET / 10:30 a.m. PT Accessibility: CART captioning and ASL interpretation will be provided. Register: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

Introducing our newest resource – "ADHD in the Workplace: A Guide for Teams, Managers, and Employers!" Learn about what #ADHD is, realities for employees with ADHD and their managers, accommodations for ADHD, and discover practical advice for employees with ADHD and their employers and managers.

ADHD in the Workplace: A Guide for Teams, Managers, and Employers - Disability Belongs™

ADHD may be present among colleagues, managers, and leaders, and workplaces are most effective when they support different ways of thinking and working across all roles.

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Words Matter: Making mistakes is normal, and that’s okay. What matters is how you respond. #DisabilityInclusion

Join Disability Belongs™ on July 1st at 2 p.m. ET for a free training all about captioning! Attendees will learn what captions are, why they matter, the differences between open and closed captions, the limits of AI-generated captions, and practical strategies for captioning video content. (1/2)