Tag Archives: intersectionality

Autism and Neurodiversity – Differences, not Deficits

For #Autism Acceptance Month, we’re looking at the diversity of #NIDILRR-funded research and development supporting early intervention, school to work/college transition, and full community participation of autistic people. Continue reading

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Brain Injury Awareness Month – Diversity of the TBI Experience

March is Brain Injury Awareness Month, with observances led by the Brain Injury Association of America. Traumatic brain injury, or TBI, is lasting brain damage from an injury that results from an external force such as a fall or a … Continue reading

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Black History Month – Recognizing Research and Development at the Intersection of Disability and Minority Experiences

We are in the middle of Black History Month, when we celebrate the achievements of the African American community in every area of endeavor throughout our history. In a recent post on the Department of Health and Human Services blog, … Continue reading

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What is Climate Change and How Does It Affect People with Disabilities?

According to the United Nations (UN), climate change “refers to long-term shifts in temperature and weather patterns.” These changes in temperature and weather patterns may be natural. The shifts in weather patterns and temperature may also be man-made. These changes … Continue reading

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Celebrating Disability and LGBTQ+ Pride

This week overlaps LGBTQIA Pride Month and Disability Pride Month, so we are spotlighting the intersectionality of disability and gender and sexual minority experiences. Continue reading

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