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Police Violence Remains One of the Biggest Threats to the Lives of Disabled People

Disabled people of color are disproportionately impacted by police violence and police killings despite the existence of the ADA.

Aug 9, 2023

Greyscale photo of a man holding up a sign at the Black Lives Matter protest in Washington, DC on June 6, 2020. The sign that the man is holding is a drawing of George Floyd and at the bottom states “Justice for Floyd”. Other words and statements surround the poster including: “Please”, “I can’t breathe”, “My stomach hurts”, “My neck hurts”, “Water”, “No”, “Everything hurts”, “They are going to kill me”, “They want to kill me”.

Aug 9, 2023

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33 Years and Still So Much Work Must be Done: A Reflection on the ADA at 33

On July 26, 2023, the Americans with Disabilities Act turned 33, but disabled people still face exclusion and discrimination.

Jul 27, 2023

Artwork by Lois Curtis that shows her and the other two people involved in the Olmstead case. They are painted vibrantly on a blue background.

Jul 27, 2023

Breaking the Silence: Maternal Health and Black Disabled Women

A call to address systemic inequities in maternal care for Black disabled women and amplify their voices in the fight for justice.

Jan 10

The image features a stained glass portrait of two Black women, wearing gold and white flowing dresses. The woman wearing white is holding a toddler. Each person has their eyes closed, as if in a reflective state. Around the subjects, the stained glass creates a beautiful green and blue landscape, featuring a growing plant, a sun, and blue and tan arc that frames the scene.

Jan 10

Dynamics of Race and Disability in Healthcare Disparities

Exploring how the intersection of race and disability shapes inequities in healthcare and impacts the quality of life for marginalized…

Jan 9

The image features a central figure — a young Black woman in a hospital gown, looking introspective. Surrounding her are colorful silhouettes of people in varying poses. The background displays an urban setting overlaid with icons representing medical tools and symbols of healthcare. The imagery conveys themes of systemic barriers, healthcare disparities, and intersectional experiences.

Jan 9

Equity Undone: How the Dismantle DEI Act Threatens Marginalized Communities

The far-reaching impact of the Dismantle DEI Act and how it threatens the rights and opportunities of marginalized people.

Dec 14, 2024

A dynamic graphic collage featuring key elements: the United States Capitol building, individuals engaged in everyday activities and work, symbols of money and lights, and a figure wearing a hat with the acronym “DEI” prominently displayed. At the top, bold text reads “Equity Undone,” reflecting both the theme of the image and the focus of the blog post.

Dec 14, 2024

Subminimum Wage: A Tale of Policy Failure and… Social Entrepreneurship?

Section 14(c) of the FLSA, which established subminimum wage, is a policy that ensures people with disabilities remain in poverty.

Nov 21, 2023

The left side of this section of the comic reads “That’s right, Bill. The whole idea is to create skill and independence by repairing useable discards.” The right side is a conversation between two people. One person asks “Can any handicapped person find help with Goodwill Industries?” and the other responds “Yes, Bill. Handicaps aren’t limited to class, color, or religion. Neither are there racial nor religious bars to employment in any of our 101 enterprises.”

Nov 21, 2023

Giving Voice to People with Lived Experience of Mental Health Conditions

Dr. Daniel Fisher talks about the crucial need to allow people with mental health conditions to speak for themselves.

Sep 12, 2023

Photo of Dan Fisher smiling outside in front of Fall leaves.

Sep 12, 2023

People With Psychiatric Disabilities Must Have Significant Input on Their Own Lives

Kathy Flaherty discusses the importance of centering the voices of people with lived experience of the mental health system.

Sep 12, 2023

Photo of Kathy Flaherty smiling in front of the United States Capitol building.

Sep 12, 2023

Center for Racial and Disability Justice

Center for Racial and Disability Justice

Promoting justice for people of color, people with disabilities, and individuals at the intersection of race & disability at Northwestern Law School.

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