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Activists Say Police Killing of Ryan Gainer Shows Need for Community Safety
Black, autistic 15-year-old Ryan Gainer was fatally shot by San Bernardino police during a mental health crisis.
How One Woman Endured a Decade of Neglect in New York’s Guardianship System
Judith Zbiegniewicz lived in squalor, yet every month, her state appointed guardian was paid $450 from her bank account.
Why Disability Justice Activists Have Joined the Movement to Stop Cop City
Organizers emphasized that disabled people are especially vulnerable to both climate crisis and police violence.
Social Security Clawbacks Are Driving Some Recipients Into Homelessness
The government is imposing debts that can reach tens of thousands of dollars against those least able to pay.
Medicare Is in Desperate Need of Modernization and Expansion — Not Privatization
Monetizing Medicare and Medicaid undermines coverage for those who need it most.
Social Security Overpays Then Demands Money Back From People on Disability
The Social Security Administration is trying to reclaim billions of dollars from the poorest and most vulnerable.
Members of Largest Blind-Led Org in US Call for Moving 2024 Conference From FL
An open letter signed by National Federation of the Blind members and allies cited safety concerns for LGBTQ+ attendees.
33 Years After the ADA, Our Legal System Still Victimizes Disabled People
Communities are far better served when public safety systems help them avoid traumatizing interactions with police.
University of California Workers Center Disability Justice in Union Organizing
Workers built solidarity by rejecting the “deserving vs. undeserving” disabled model and scarcity approach to access.
Striking Faculty Demand Mental Health Support for Chicago Students
Teachers’ unions across the country are fighting for better mental health resources after pandemic lockdowns.