Social Movements & the Law

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.

My remarks from the 2017 Paul K. Longmore Lecture on Disability Studies at San Francisco State University delivered on April 11, 2017.   To watch and listen to the video of my talk, click here…

With my pen hovering over a form, there is no easy answer: better to provoke stigma with support, or resist classification?

If a disability is invisible, people may be reluctant to request support in the workplace. Find out how your business can be more accommodating here.

Last week , we recognized Hispanic Heritage Month. This week, before September concludes, we are celebrating National Deaf Awareness Month . Both are annual observances of the history, culture, and contributions of the communities they honor. An additional focus of this post is the importance of ef

Browse Arizona Administrative Code | Article 4 - THE ARIZONANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT for free on Casetext

Texas courts generally look to federal courts’ interpretation of federal anti-discrimination laws to assist in interpreting the anti-discrimination provisions of the Texas Commission on Human Rights Act (TCHRA). However, the provisions of the TCHRA do not always exactly mirror the language of parallel federal anti-discrimination laws. The Texas Supreme Court recently examined such differences in interpreting the scope of the anti-retaliation provisions of the TCHRA.

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 […]

Information about Disability Discrimination: State Law provided by job and employee rights advocacy organization Workplace Fairness.

NCSL's Disability Employment Database tracks current bills and legislation in all 50 states addressing employment opportunities for people with disabilities.

Area Agency on AgingAssists adults with disabilities providing information and services, benefits assistance, and legal referrals.http://www.aaaphx.org/1366 E. Thomas Rd., Suite 108, Phoenix, AZ

Here at the ADA Center we get a lot of questions from callers to our toll-free information line and from participants in our training sessions about laws

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A letter was sent to Dr. Cara Christ requesting Arizona’s COVID-19 Vaccine Distribution Plan to ensure equitable distribution on behalf of people with disabilities.

On March 4, 2021, the New Jersey Appellate Division in Kalim v. Urban Outfitters, Inc. affirmed the trial court’s dismissal of a former employee’s...

PHOENIX (AP) — Advocates on Thursday called on Arizona to prioritize people with disabilities and their caregivers when it comes to administering COVID-19 vaccines...

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On the 30th anniversary of the groundbreaking Americans with Disabilities Act, we consider how this legislation changed the lives of people with mental or physical impairments -- and where it falls short. Civil rights activist Judy Heumann, previously a special advisor to the State Department, and Keri Gray of the American Association of People with Disabilities join Judy Woodruff to discuss.