News by subject: DIS

As part of a move toward person-centered models of care, Colorado Access is partnering with the Colorado Cross-Disability Coalition (CCDC), a Colorado organization that works to keep state and local laws and policies in line with the needs of...

Today, Century 21 Real Estate LLC announced that in 2023 the CENTURY 21® System raised more than $3 million for Easterseals, one of America's largest nonprofit healthcare organizations that for more than 100 years has worked tirelessly with its...

Tim Hortons is proud to announce that a record-breaking $884,000 was raised through the sale of Special Olympics Donuts this year, with 100 per cent of proceeds being donated to Special Olympics Canada. The funds raised will support athletes...

Paralyzed Veterans of America released the following statement today from PVA Chief Policy Officer Heather Ansley in response to today's markup of S. 1939, the "FAA Reauthorization Act of 2023," by the Senate Commerce Committee....

For the first time in its over 50-year history, Special Olympics has created a video nutrition campaign for Special Olympics athletes, led by Special Olympics athletes. The campaign features Denver Broncos Linebacker Alex Singleton and five Special...

Easterseals announced today that it has received a philanthropic investment of $200,000 from JPMorgan Chase to pilot financial literacy education at ten Easterseals Affiliates across the country which offer workforce programs to job seekers with...

Note: All times local National Capital Region, Canada 10:00 a.m. The Prime Minister will attend the National Caucus meeting. 2:00 p.m. The Prime Minister will attend Question Period. 7:40 p.m. The Prime Minister will attend and deliver remarks at a...

WHAT: On Tuesday, February 13, Brian Lam, Northeast Regional Vice President of Lithia and DCH Audi Millburn, will formally dedicate the street in the LifeTown Shoppes and present a grant to expand and enhance the auto and pedestrian safety lessons...

Yamaha Corporation is pleased to announce that the movie and special website of an unprecedented piano concert was opened to the public from February 7. Held at Suntory Hall in Tokyo on December 21, 2023, "THE JOYFUL PIANO" was an exceptional concert...

Joshin, a leading provider of disability and neurodivergent support services, today announced a partnership with Hearst to launch a groundbreaking program aimed at providing comprehensive support to employees, employee caregivers, managers and allies...

Accessibility Standards Canada is proud to announce that the organization has been named, for the first time, one of the National Capital Region's Top Employers. This recognition is a testament to its commitment to continuously improving as an...

Sorenson, the leading provider of inclusive communication services for Deaf, DeafBlind, and hard-of-hearing communities around the world, today launched Sorenson Express, integrations for Microsoft Teams and Zoom Video Communications, Inc.  Sorenson...

HERALBONY Co., Ltd., a Japan-based experimental welfare company, is thrilled to announce the invitation of applicants for its newly established "HERALBONY Art Prize," an international art prize that aims to elevate the careers of artists with...

A consortium of Silicon Valley-based nonprofit organizations is excited to announce the launch of a groundbreaking Neurodiversity Speaker Series, beginning in February 2024. The new series will be presented by The Parent Venture, Children's Health...

For the past 11 years, Special Olympics has brought a unified presence of international celebrity supporters and Special Olympics athletes to Super Bowl Media Row. It is at Media Row that these athletes and supporters have an opportunity to share...

Mark your calendars for the 58th annual Variety Show of Hearts Telethon, an unforgettable afternoon of powerful stories of B.C. children, alongside appearances and performances from world-renowned talent. On Sunday, February 25, 2024 from 1:00 p.m....

Every Canadian deserves a real and fair chance at success. Reducing pay gaps and improving representation means knocking down the barriers that hold back marginalized communities in the workplace. In order to do this, we need to know where the gaps...

Renée Concialdi, a successful Right at Home franchisee, has built three powerful in-home care businesses in Pasadena, San Gabriel, and West Covina, California, and is celebrating her ninth anniversary with the company this year. Now, she will...

With thousands of press releases published each week, it can be difficult to keep up with everything on Cision. To help journalists and consumers stay on top of the week's most newsworthy and popular releases, here's a recap of some major stories...

The Tims Special Olympics Donut is a delicious chocolate cake ring donut with white fondant, coloured sprinkles and whipped topping. The multi-coloured design was inspired by the themes of diversity and inclusion that are central to the Special...

Sunflower Health Plan ("Sunflower"),  a managed care organization established to deliver quality healthcare in the state of Kansas and a wholly owned subsidiary of the Centene Corporation , and Centene Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Centene...

Red Roof®, an award-winning leader in the lodging industry, is once again partnering with Canine Companions® through its 'Room In Your HeartSM' (RIYH) purpose-driven program. Canine Companions is an organization that transforms the lives of people...

Pioneer Center for Human Services, a leading organization dedicated to supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, behavioral health and homelessness needs, is proud to announce its collaboration with Viewpoint, the...

Canada's greatest resource is its people. Businesses and organizations benefit from having a diverse and inclusive workforce where all Canadians, including persons with disabilities, get the opportunity to put their talents to use and reach their...

On Friday, April 12, Paralyzed Veterans of America will host its Igniting Change Gala and present the Target Corporation with its 2024 Inclusivity Award. The award is bestowed to Target for its commitment to inclusivity. The retailer supports diverse...

Caravel Autism Health, a leader in the diagnosis and treatment of young children on the autism spectrum, is hosting a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday, February 1 to celebrate the grand opening of a new, state-of-the-art autism therapy clinic for...

KPMG in Canada today released its inaugural multi-year Disability Inclusion Action Plan for People with Disabilities, reaffirming its commitment to advancing equity and fostering an inclusive culture. The Disability Inclusion Action Plan outlines...

Amidst the backdrop of a remarkable four-year streak of growth, the employment indicators for people with disabilities reached unprecedented milestones in 2023. This achievement stands in stark contrast to the experiences of people without...

In the wake of rising hate across the country, the Government of Canada remains committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive society while supporting the creation of resilient communities. That is why the Honourable Kamal Khera, Minister of...

The San Diego-based Path-Now app is changing the way individuals within the intellectual and developmental disability (IDD) community access the important resources, services, and opportunities they need to live their best lives. With Path-Now every...

Air Canada said today it has become the first airline in North America to adopt the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower program to better serve customers with non-visible disabilities. In...

Empowered Together, a disability tech company that creates tools to ensure accessible, inclusive consumer experiences, has announced the launch of the pilot program for its online marketplace in New Haven, Connecticut. The pilot, funded with a grant...

The Tims Special Olympics Donut is a delicious chocolate cake ring donut with white fondant, coloured sprinkles and whipped topping. The multi-coloured design was inspired by the themes of diversity and inclusion that are central to the Special...

Accelerated Brands, one of the leading oil change and car wash platforms in the United States, is pleased to announce the donation of $25,000 to Autism Speaks. The donations were collected as part of Accelerated Brands' recent fundraising campaign at...

The Place for Children with Autism, a leading provider of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy for children on the spectrum, announces the opening of a new center in Jefferson Park, IL. The new center is set to follow the same model as the...

WAWOS (We're All Working On Something), a national nonprofit dedicated to shifting the perception of physical disability in children and teens, is proud to announce the appointment of Tristan Beck to its board of directors as an Honorary Member. As...

New grantees with world premieres this month include Sundance 2024 films Union and The Battle for Laikipia and International Film Festival Rotterdam 2024 title Mario Oscar®-shortlisted documentary Going to Mars among others receiving additional...

Leading educational publisher Benchmark Education Company (BEC) is pleased to announce publication of its new professional development book, Climbing the Ladder of Reading & Writing: Meeting the Needs of All Learners. To be published on January 24,...

The Canadian Paralympic Committee (CPC) today announced a new program that will recognize Canadian Paralympians for podium performances, providing a financial reward for medals won at the Paralympic Games.  The new "Paralympic Performance...

AT&T, in collaboration with Gallaudet University, emerges as a standout success in the 2024 edition of the highly esteemed annual "State of Accessible Marketing" (SOAM) Report, meticulously compiled by dozanü innovations. The groundbreaking campaign,...

The Federal Home Loan Bank of Cincinnati (FHLB) will offer $10.6 million in grants to low-income homeowners to fund accessibility rehabilitation and emergency repairs for those with special needs or person over 60 through its Carol M. Peterson...

Gracenote, the content metadata business unit of Nielsen, is joining forces with leading advocates for equitable representation in media on a new Studio System feature, Diversity Spotlight. The enhancement leverages insights from IllumiNative, Gold...

An opportunity, a job, a career; they all start with saying "yes", and a new statewide campaign is seeking a better future of disability employment in 2024 and beyond. Think Ability Wisconsin aims to help the state take a step forward in...

When College of Adaptive Arts first opened its doors in 2009, it was just one class of 12 adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities looking for an outlet to express themselves....

A comprehensive Charleston report that provides the data needed to drive a more neuro-inclusive local housing supply has been released by the Make Waves Center for Community Development at the First Place Global Leadership Institute. Report findings...

Today, Mobius Mobility announced the launch of Medicare coverage for the innovative iBOT® PMD, a multi-modal power wheelchair in which users can traverse a wide variety of terrain and add on the ability to climb stairs and operate at eye-level. ...

accessibleGO, the leading accessible travel platform, today unveiled a series of enhanced products and services to make all aspects of travel more accessible and inclusive for people with disabilities. Now in...

Paralyzed Veterans of America today concluded their seventh annual Wheelchair Rugby Invitational in Louisville, Kentucky, presenting the Code of Honor Cup to the winners of each division. The winners included the WWAR Generals in Division 1, Ability...

Horizon Therapeutics plc, now part of Amgen, announced that on December 15, 2023, Health Canada approved UPLIZNA® (inebilizumab for injection)...

You can now train your own personal service dog in as little as 6 months if advanced manners training is already in place.   Recognizing the unmet need for service dogs in Canada, Paus-n-Train is proud to announce the...