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People with dyslexia can bring unique strengths and advantages to the workplace

Dyslexia is the most common learning disability in the world, and up to 15 to 20 per cent of the population has a language-based learning disability. If you don’t have dyslexia yourself, you likely know someone who does.

The Conversation

Paul Simon says he is ‘beginning to’ accept his hearing loss

Having a disability ‘changes how you interact with life’, singer-songwriter says, months after revealing he has almost completely lost hearing in his left ear

The Guardian - AU

Marginalised groups ‘locked out of democracy’ by voter ID rules

A report by MPs and peers found that the policy led to racial and disability discrimination in England’s local elections in May.

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Voter ID in England led to racial and disability discrimination, report finds

Exclusive: All-party report on rules governing 2023 local elections calls voter ID system a ‘poisoned cure’

The Guardian - UK

Why Sen. Duckworth slammed cartoon mocking Senators as disabled and aged

Sen. Tammy Duckworth, D-Ill., blasts a cartoon in Roll Call saying in a ‘poor attempt to comment on the age of some senators, this cartoon inherently is ageist and ableist.’

Chicago Sun-Times

NDIS providers should be forced to fund ombudsman to address complaints, disability advocates say

NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission accused of failing to address price-gouging and unscrupulous service providers

The Guardian - AU

He's a singer, a cop and the inspiration for a Netflix film about albinism in Africa

"Can You See Us?" is the story of a boy growing up with albinism in Zambia. His father spurns him, his peers attack him. It's based on the life of John Chiti, who spoke to NPR about his experiences.

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I learned to love my disabled body – why can’t my non-disabled friends love theirs?

For years I blamed my disability for my adolescent unhappiness. Then, as an adult, I learned to embrace and celebrate my body. I wish others could do the same

The Guardian - UK

No evidence to show whether autism health passports are effective - new review

Health passports were developed to help patients better communicate their needs with medical staff by allowing people to record details about their disability or health condition. They are sometimes known as a communication passport, healthcare passport or a hospital passport and can be digital or on paper.

The Conversation

Work capability test changes ‘could cost some claimants £400 a month’

Campaigners say move could lead to many disabled people having to seek work when they are not well enough

The Guardian - UK

Former NFL players speak out against the league's handling of disability benefits

While the lawsuit lists 10 players, attorneys representing the former players say the lawsuit represents thousands who have filed for benefits before them.

WEKU

Reforms to disability benefits hopes to encourage more people into employment as charities voice concern

Disability charities have warned the changes could cause ‘huge anxiety’ and force people into work when they are not well enough

The Independent UK

Disabled could be offered more support to work from home under benefits reforms

Changes to Work Capability Assessments would help people ‘move off benefits and towards the jobs market’, Work and Pensions Secretary Mel Stride said.

The Independent UK

‘This Should Have Never Happened’: Qld Govt Apologises For Neglect Of Brothers W/ Autism

Between June 2000 and May 2020, there were at least 30 occasions where the concerns about the bothers were raised with Queensland authorities.

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‘Should never have happened’: Queensland apologises for neglect and abuse of brothers with autism

Disability royal commission finds state should have done more to protect pair, who were found malnourished in house with dead father

The Walrus

Introducing the 2023 TD Fellow on Disability and Inclusion

The Walrus and TD Bank Group are pleased to announce the appointment of Khalida as the TD Fellow on Disability and Inclusion

The Canberra Times

'I'm so happy': Plenty of joy as 10 people with intellectual disabilities move into their own home

Project Independence finally opened in Phillip after delays caused by COVID, supply issues - and even the theft of all the homes' dishwashers.

The Guardian - AU

National Disability Insurance Agency accused of ‘failing’ young children with autism

Committee hears every family Austism Partnerships Australia worked with who challenged their NDIS funding rejection was eventually approved for intensive support

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Orissa HC orders relocation of all stray dogs from campus of National Law University

Orissa HC orders relocation of stray dogs from National Law Univerity Odisha campus after student suffers 15 attacks in one month. Student, suffering from cerebral palsy and 65% disability, was bitten 7 times. HC to hear matter on August 30.

The Conversation

20% of children have developmental delay. What does this mean for them, their families and the NDIS?

Professor Bruce Bonyhady is often described as the architect of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) and is co-chair of the panel reviewing it. He spoke last week about the sustainability challenges faced by the scheme.

Chicago Sun-Times

Fur-st week back: Chicago college campuses welcome students, emotional support animals for new school year

Emotional support animals — sometimes referred to as comfort or assistance animals — offer companionship and can help manage depression, anxiety and specific phobias, according to the Americans with Disabilities Act.

The Hindu

Long-term health issues following COVID-19

WHO declared pandemic emergency over in May 2023. Survivors face long-term health issues, incl. blood clots, lung disease, fatigue, digestive ailments, muscle/joint problems & diabetes. Studies show higher death rates & disability in those who had COVID-19. Vaccination reduces risk. Need to reduce infection risk during surges.

The Times of India

Construction workers to get benefits under welfare schemes through DBT: Delhi LG

NEW DELHI: Delhi Lt Governor VK Saxena has approved 17 welfare schemes, including disability pension and medical assistance, for registered construction workers of the national capital, officials said on Saturday.

The Conversation

More than a 'disability person'. What finishing school is like for youth with intellectual disability

Leaving school and figuring out what’s next is challenging for young people. For those with disability, it is even harder. It is often a time when supports are withdrawn as they leave the heavily structured school environment.

The Guardian - UK

‘My body failed me’: playwright Naomi Westerman on navigating her life, career and chronic pain conditions

In her final column, Westerman reflects on how returning to an old job and finding a support network helped her realise she didn’t have to be defined – and confined – by her lived experience of pain, disability, sexuality and race

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