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Tuesday, Jun 18

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Alaska discriminates against voters with disabilities, Justice Department alleges

www.upi.com

The Justice Department on Tuesday unveiled findings that suggest the state of Alaska allegedly is in violation of the Americans with Disabilities Act by failing to provide disabled Alaskan voters with needed access.

‘A Little Something Extra,’ Starring Actors With Disabilities, Dethrones ‘Dune 2’ at French Box Office and Sparks Remake Deals

variety.com

A decade after “La Famille Belier,” which was remade as the Oscar-winning “CODA,” another comedy featuring protagonists with disabilities, “A Little Something Extra” has stormed the French box office. It’s not only the year’s biggest hit…

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Disability advocate completes ‘thrilling’ wheelchair hike up Mount Snowdon

www.standard.co.uk

Maxwell McKnight completed the hike in a powered wheelchair.

Disability advocate completes ‘thrilling’ wheelchair hike up Mount Snowdon

www.shropshirestar.com

A disability advocate trying to set a world record for the fastest climb up Mount Snowdon in a powered wheelchair said it was “one of the hardest but thrilling things” he has ever done, after reaching the summit.

Disability advocate completes ‘thrilling’ wheelchair hike up Mount Snowdon

www.expressandstar.com

A disability advocate trying to set a world record for the fastest climb up Mount Snowdon in a powered wheelchair said it was “one of the hardest but thrilling things” he has ever done, after reaching the summit.

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Karnataka Government fills up posts reserved for persons with disabilities, but problems persist

www.thehindu.com

However, work conditions at these offices are not optimal. One of the major problems is the lack of washrooms for persons with disabilities

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Staffordshire disability network expands with acquisition by Scope

www.expressandstar.com

PurpleSpace, the world’s only networking and professional development hub for disability employee resource group leaders, has been acquired by Scope.

Student doing German-Irish commute wins disability funding after three-year campaign

www.irishtimes.com

Previously the HSE told Ms Cynk that it did not have the available budget to fund her support package if she moved to Ireland

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Man gets 40 years jail term for defiling minor with disability

www.the-star.co.ke

Kemei said the prosecution had proven the case beyond reasonable doubt

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The Last Word: Latosha Herron Bruff on the DRC’s New Disability Inclusion Toolkit

dallasinnovates.com

Dallas Innovates, Every Day: Here's what's new + next in North Texas.

Monday, Jun 17

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Georgia School Apologizes For Excluding Student With Disabilities At Graduation

However, while many families saw their graduates cross the stage, one mother found out that her daughter would sit out.

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The death of a child with a disability at an Ontario school urgently calls for government action

theconversation.com

The government must call together a task force of educators, families and researchers to work toward better solutions for inclusive education as education for all.

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Long covid might presage a wave of disability claims. Get ready.

www.washingtonpost.com

Long covid is a looming potential challenge to public health and governments around the world.

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People making a new claim for Adult Disability Payment could be due an interview before decision made

www.dailyrecord.co.uk

Full guide on what to expect before and during a consultation for the devolved disability payment.

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Learning Disability Week

www.coventry.gov.uk

This week is Learning Disabilities Week and to highlight this we are hearing from local people who want to make all of us more aware of what life is like when you have a learning disability.

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Mass. needs to fully implement the Real Lives law for adults with developmental disabilities

www.bostonglobe.com

Life could be so vibrant and have tremendous positive impact for our son and others like him if self-direction as mandated in the Real Lives law were truly embraced.

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How struggle to fit in after disability spurred activists

www.the-star.co.ke

Patience and Mwende fight for rights after paralysis, cerebral palsy woes