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General News
“On World Kindness Day, How One Nonprofit Has Given the Gift of Mobility to 1.5 Million People”
This story highlights Free Wheelchair Mission, an organization building and delivering wheelchairs to people with disabilities around the world. The nonprofit has given 1.5 million wheelchairs to people in need in 95 countries since 2001.
Immigrants with Disabilities or Health Conditions Could be Denied Visas Under New Guidelines
New guidance from the State Department greatly expands the list of medical conditions to be considered in reviewing applications for visas, and gives visa officers more power to make decisions based on an applicant’s or dependent’s health status.
Technology News
“Meta Ray-Bans: Blind User’s Experience with Smart Glasses”
This author offers an in-depth report on her experience with the Meta Ray-Bans, the new smart glasses that connect to devices like smart phones and tablets.
“Student Draws on Experience to Transform Assistive Communication”
When a neurological condition took Tobias Weinberg’s ability to speak, aspects of his personality became more difficult to convey. Now, he’s working to make assistive communication technologies more expressive.
Training, Events, and Opportunities to Participate
Webinar: The Power of Visibility and Community Advocacy
December 2, 2025
12:00 noon – 1:00 p.m. Eastern
Don’t miss the final session in our Human Experience of Black People with Disabilities and Their Rights Under the ADA series!
Visibility fuels change. When we share our stories, we challenge bias, build understanding, and inspire action. Join us to learn how embracing your authentic voice can strengthen advocacy efforts, deepen community connections, and help combat intersectional discrimination.
We’re thrilled to feature Elizabeth Booker Houston, a lawyer, social scientist, professor, standup comedienne, and political commentator. Her work spans public health law, privacy law, administrative law, food and drug law, and public health research.