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At Disability Belongs, we’re committed to replacing myths with facts and building greater understanding. In this entry of our Combatting Misinformation series, we’re addressing some common myths about Tourette syndrome and sharing the facts everyone should know.
Tourette syndrome is a neurological condition that may cause sudden, involuntary repetitive movement...
This month, we remember disability rights advocate and leader Judy Heumann, who died on March 4, 2023. Judy was regarded by many as the “Mother of the Disability Rights Movement” for her fierce and focused advocacy that brought the disability community together to fight ableism in civil society.
Judy took a leading role in the historic
Cultural narratives that frame disability, particularly learning disabilities, as deficiency do not merely reflect bias, they hold the power to shape perceptions, influence policy, and directly impact the lives of millions. When disability is equated with incompetence or unworthiness, these misconceptions become barriers, denying disabled people the opportunities, recognition...
The new short documentary film Accessibility and the Ballot explores the experiences of voters with disabilities, the barriers they face, and the steps we can all take as community members, voters, and election officials to ensure that voting is truly accessible for everyone. Directed by Gloria Craig from Cleveland Votes, the 20-minute documentary recently sc...
Voting is a fundamental civil right. People with disabilities must be able to participate in our democracy without facing unnecessary barriers.
Congress is considering several bills right now that could make voter registration more difficult for many Americans, including millions of voters with disabilities.
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