March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month! Together, we can make a difference. Here are some ways to participate in DDAM and show your support.
Celebrating Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month Read More »
Advocacy
On July 26, 1990, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) became law. This is a very significant day in the disability community, and we are excited to celebrate the legislation that changed the lives of all people with disabilities in the United States.
Reflecting on the ADA’s impact and looking to the future Read More »
July 26 is a significant day for the disability community. It’s the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) becoming law, and we at AbleLight are excited to celebrate!
The ADA opened a whole new world for people with disabilities Read More »
Voting is our opportunity to participate in civic life and to have a voice in who represents us. Here are three basic and fundamental rights for voters with a disability.
How voting laws support people with developmental disabilities Read More »
The 32-year anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is July 26. Will you celebrate?
ADA Anniversary: Promoting the Spirit of the Law After 32 years Read More »
During March, we celebrate how far we’ve come in supporting inclusion; but we must also shine a light on the inequities that still remain.
Lighting a path toward equality for people with I/DD Read More »
Earlier this year, we were given the incredible opportunity to spend some time with David and Adam Ragan. David is a NASCAR star and FOX Sports Analyst, and Adam, his older brother, is a disability advocate.
How one disabled man inspired those around him—just by being himself. Read More »
Do you have a hidden disability? Learn about what a hidden disability is and some of the reasons that people with a hidden disability may disclose it.
Hidden disability? To disclose or not to disclose? Read More »
The AbleLight Empowerment Blog focuses on helping self-advocates and parents navigate the challenges faced by people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Today we flip the script and look at life from a different perspective.
People with differing abilities are waiting to help us Read More »
Everyone can be a self-advocate, but for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, becoming a self-advocate is even more important.
Make a Connection: People First and Organized Self-Advocacy Read More »