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Autistics for Autistics Ontario (A4A) is Canada’s national autistic self-advocacy organization. We are an international affiliate of the Autistic Self Advocacy Network (ASAN). We are an autistic-led organization. We work in partnership with other disability groups to educate the public and transform Canada’s autism policies from a charity perspective to a RIGHTS perspective. Along with our Parent Alliance, we advocate for our federal, provincial and territorial governments to consult directly with autistic people when developing the policies that affect our lives.

To ensure that people with disabilities are treated as equals and that they are given the same decisions, choices, rights, responsibilities, and chances to speak up to empower themselves; opportunities to make new friends, and to learn from their mistakes.

Content about autism by autistic and neurodivergent people. A resource for autistic adults, parents of autistic children, educators, and physicians.

Empowering young people with disabilities to reach their full potential.

NCCJ, the National Conference for Community and Justice has been helping humans human better together since 1927.

Neurodiversity is a relatively new concept to some workplaces. Establishing a neurodiverse workplace can be challenging, but it also comes with benefits.

Stop Ableism advocates that people with physical disabilities should receive the same respect and consideration that able-bodied people receive.

History of Disability Justice (Source) The term disability justice was coined out of conversations between disabled queer women of color activists in 2005, including Patty Berne of Sins Invalid (and Mia Mingus & Stacy Milbern, who eventually united with Leroy Moore, Eli Clare, and Sebastian Margaret) seeking to challenge radical and progressive movements to more fully address ableism. "Disability Justice was built because the Disability Rights Movement and Disability Studies do not inherently centralize the needs and experiences of folks experiencing intersectional oppression, such as disabled people of color, immigrants with disabilities, queers with disabilities, trans and gender non-conforming people with disabilities, people with disabilities who are houseless, people with disabilities who are incarcerated, people with disabilities who have had their ancestral lands stolen, amongst others." (Source) Disability justice recognizes the intersecting legacies of white supremacy, colonial capitalism, gendered oppression and ableism in understanding how people's’ bodies and minds are labelled ‘deviant’, ‘unproductive’, ‘disposable’ and/or ‘invalid’.

The American Association of People with Disabilities is a convener, connector, and catalyst for change, increasing the political and economic power of people with disabilities.

AAHD is dedicated to improving overall health for people with disabilities through health promotion and wellness.

The Arc promotes and protects the human rights of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).

Doha Debates has original videos, artwork, live shows, and more to help you learn more about disability justice.

The Disability Project is staffed by a multi-racial, cross-class, cross-disability and multi-generational disabled, trans & NBY team. Together we co-lead the project’s work and strategy. We are informed by a Community Advisory Board of trans, NBY and queer disabled and Deaf people who bring additional BIPOC, cross-class and cross-disability leadership to the projects work

The Hidden Disabilities Sunflower is a globally-recognised symbol for non-visible disabilities, also known as hidden disabilities or invisible disabilities. Some people choose to wear the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower to discreetly identify that they may need support, help, or just a little more time in shops, transport or public spaces.

Most disabilities are not obvious to others, which can lead to challenges and discrimination, while rights and accommodations still must be protected.

Information on invisible disabilities - medical conditions that are not immediately apparent, includes an example list of hidden disability conditions.

Find reviews, ways to donate and volunteer for nonprofits, charities and NGOs related to disabilities in Tucson, AZ.

For Black Disabled People & Families

Fighting stigmas and advancing opportunities so people with disabilities can fully participate in all aspects of community.

The Disability & Philanthropy Forum is a hub for learning about disability inclusion in philanthropy.

A resource about the origin and definition of disability justice as a movement and framework.

Advocate Groups Parent Support Arizona Parent Support Arizona offers education and civil rights advocacy; connects families with local resources and supports families as they navigate the public education system, state […]