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Disability Rights

About 600 million people in the world experience disabilities of various types and degrees.


Should the U.S. step up on disability rights?

Should the U.S. sign the UN treaty for the disabled?... More

11 Facts About Physical Disability

Some persons may have non-visible disabilities which include pulmonary disease, respiratory disorders, epilepsy and other limiting conditions.... More

11 Facts About Mental Disability

Autism affects about 1 in every 150 kids, but no one knows what causes it.... More

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Top Resources

  1. 11 Facts About Mental Disability
  2. 11 Facts About Physical Disability
  3. Terms You Should Know About Disabilities

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Top ways to take action

  1. Speak up when someone speaks negatively or reinforces stereotypes about people with disabilities.
  2. Action Tips: Learn Disability Etiquette
  3. Organize a celebration of the contributions by people with disabilities in your community.

More ways to make a difference

Murderball Trailer


Murderball is a 2005 documentary film about quadriplegics who play wheelchair rugby. It centers on the rivalry between the U.S. and Canadian teams leading up to the 2004 Paralympic Games.