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N.S. misses deadline to halt admissions of people with disabilities into institutions

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Disability rights advocate Vicky Levack says the province's failure to meet this benchmark tells her the government cannot be trusted.

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Athletes with disabilities choose a new lane for their sporting adventure with adapted biking

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People with disabilities choose a new lane for their athletic journey and raised funds for the Pennsylvania Center for Adapted Sports

Vogue model and ‘Wonder Woman 1984’ actress reveals she is deaf: ‘Disability doesn’t have a certain look’

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"Hiding my disability has been one of the most draining things I've ever done," Georgia Meacham, 30, said.

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iPad gives nonspeaking woman a voice to advocate for Americans with disabilities

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A woman with nonspeaking autism got an iPad when she was 18, and through an app on it, is now speaking in schools — and working for the government.

Iowa facility that mistreated residents with intellectual disabilities nears closure

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GLENWOOD, Iowa (AP) — An Iowa facility for people with intellectual disabilities is set to permanently close after federal investigators…

Despite laws, persons with disabilities suffering non-inclusion, rights’ abuse — Stakeholders

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Despite laws, persons with disabilities suffering non-inclusion, rights’ abuse — Stakeholders

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Nwanoro seeks Tinubu's backing for UN disability rights committee bid

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He mentioned that Morocco and Malawi are also competing for the position.

Vogue model 'comes out' as deaf after feeling 'ashamed' for 12 years over her disability

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Georgia Meacham, 30, was born "moderately" deaf and started using hearing aids on both ears at 17 months old, and spent her entire adult life "ashamed" of her disability - until now.

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Uganda: Leaders Warn Against Hiding People With Disabilities During Census

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With only a few days left until the census night, leaders in the Wakiso district have urged the population to include individuals with disabilities in the enumeration exercise.

Nonspeaking autistic woman embarks on journey to advocate for disability rights

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At 29 years old, Jordyn Zimmerman is autistic and nonspeaking but she's making her voice heard on some of the most prestigious stages. Jamie Wax sat down with Zimmerman in her first broadcast television interview to discuss the struggles…

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Foundation’s support for children with special educational needs and disabilities making ‘huge difference’ | Tottenham Hotspur

Staff at a Haringey school have explained how Tottenham Hotspur Foundation sees ability in disability - making 'a huge difference, not just in their school lives, but their everyday lives ' when it delivers sessions for children with…

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Gene linked to intellectual disability can regulate learning and memory

A gene previously linked to intellectual disability has been found to regulate learning and memory in mice.

NCC donates 50 laptops to Disabilities Commission

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The Nigeria Communications Commission (NCC) on Tuesday donated 50 sets of HP computer laptops to the National Commission for Persons with Disabilities, (NCPWD) The News Agency of Nigeria reports that the Executive Vice Chairman of NCC, Dr…

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Osun disability bill: Aransi hails Adeleke, House of Assembly

The special adviser to Governor Ademola Adeleke on special needs, Hon. Kamil Aransi, has commended the speaker of the Osun state House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Adewale Egbedun, the lawmaker...

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NAFOWA Partners National Commission For Persons with Disabilities to Advocate for Disability Rights

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The National Commission For Persons with Disabilities (NCPWD) and the Nigeria Airforce Officers’ Wives Association (NAFOWA) have embarked on a collaborative journey to advance the rights and opportunities for individuals with disabilities…

Osun Discrimination Against Persons with Disabilities Bill will assist PWDs — Aransi

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The Special Adviser to Governor Ademola Adeleke on Special Needs, Kamil Aransi, has described the successful passage of Osun State Discrimination Against Persons with Disabilities (Prohibition) Bill 2024 as a better approach to assist the…

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Adeleke’s aide lauds Osun disability bill

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The Special Adviser to Governor Ademola Adeleke on Special Needs, Honourable Kamil Aransi has praised Speaker of the Osun State House of Assembly, Adewale Egbedun, lawmaker representing Obokun, Honourable Adeyemi Adewumi, popularly known…

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Utah first lady Abby Cox celebrates dance program for students with disabilities

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Farmington High School student Ava Leavitt was struggling with self-confidence and was in search of something that would "bring good into her heart" when she met her classmate Sarah, who has Down syndrome, in her ceramics class.

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What is WorkWell? New trial explained after Sunak’s disability benefits news

The WorkWell trial is part of the Government’s major reforms to the disability welfare system