Disability Rights Florida Blog (public_input_survey_results_and_2020_2021_goals_priorities_and_objectives)
Knowing Your Rights: LGBTQ+ Youth with Disabilities
Sunday, June 18, 2023
As with all LGBTQ+ youth, LGBTQ+ youth with disabilities should be aware of laws and regulations that protect them from discrimination based on their sexual orientation or gender identity.
Asian Americans with Disabilities Leading the Way
Wednesday, May 03, 2023
May is Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month. AAPI folks with disabilities are vital members of both the AAPI and disabled communities. In this blog, we'd like to celebrate and recognize AAPI individuals who are leaders in the disability community.
Disability History: The 1977 504 Sit-In
Tuesday, April 04, 2023
In honor of the anniversary of the 1977 504 Sit-In, we’d like to recount this significant moment in disability history.
Florida Policy Topics on Our Watch
Friday, March 17, 2023
We're watching how legislative decisions about school choice, guardianship, Medicaid, and voting will impact Floridians with disabilities.
Trailblazers of the Self-Advocacy Movement
Friday, March 03, 2023
Self-advocacy is a cornerstone in disability history, rights, and a more accessible future. We have these leaders to thank for where we are today.
Why Many Disabled People Still Don’t Have Marriage Equality this Valentine’s Day
Wednesday, February 08, 2023
For some, Valentine’s Day isn’t so lovely and reminds us of the barriers we experience. That’s because people with disabilities don’t have marriage equality, making this sweet holiday sour.
Black Disability Leaders You Should Know About
Wednesday, February 01, 2023
Each day this February, we will be celebrating Black History Month by highlighting impactful Black disability activists and advocates. Stay up to date all month by following our blog or social media!
Crip the Holidays: Making Your Holiday Gathering Accessible
Friday, December 16, 2022
As you prepare for your 2022 holidays, we invite you to consider how you can make your celebrations more accessible for all of your disabled, chronically ill, neurodivergent, survivor, and healing friends. We hope these five examples will be helpful to you as you prepare for a very merry holiday season.
Lois Curtis and Her Legacy on Disability Rights
Friday, November 18, 2022
Lois and the Olmstead Decision made the realities of community care and living possible. Take Lois’s words and legacy with you today. Remember her, honor her, and say her name: Lois Curtis. Speak power to her name and keep her story, talents, and legacy alive. Thank you, Lois. We are forever indebted to your advocacy. Rest in Power.
15 Best Online Accessibility Practices
Thursday, November 10, 2022
We've created a list of our 15 best accessibility practices to make it easier for you to learn and implement accessibility online.
Disability Futures: The Power and Presence of Indigenous Disabled Stories
Saturday, November 05, 2022
Join two-spirit, disabled, Native artists in a conversation exploring the challenges faced by Native artists and communities with a lack of digital access.
Blind Americans Equality Day
Saturday, October 15, 2022
Blind Americans Equality Day, formerly known as White Cane Awareness Day, is celebrated every year on October 15 to highlight the challenges faced by people who are blind and provide resources to empower them.
Disability Rights in Domestic and Sexual Violence Shelters
Wednesday, October 12, 2022
Everyone deserves to live their lives free of violence. Unfortunately, people with disabilities are more likely to experience sexual violence or domestic violence, also known as intimate partner violence, than their non-disabled counterparts.
Our 2022 Disability Voting Work
Saturday, September 24, 2022
Disability Rights Florida staff have been very busy this 2022 Primary Election season! We want to share what we've been up to, some resources that you may find useful, and information all about your power as a voter with a disability.
Make a Plan: Disaster Preparedness & Hurricane Season
Monday, August 08, 2022
Disaster preparedness is not just during hurricane season but occurs throughout the year. Folks with disabilities should make a plan to be ready for hurricanes and other disasters.