Disability Rights Florida Blog

Resources for Parents with Disabilities

Monday, April 08, 2024

Whether you have a visible disability, invisible disability, chronic illness, or other health issues, being a parent with a disability is possible. In fact, there are lots of parents with disabilities. The National Research Center for Parents with Disabilities found that there are over 4.4 million parents who have a disability.

Navigating Medicaid Fair Hearings

Thursday, March 28, 2024

Have your Medicaid services or programs been cut or new requests denied? If so, you need to know about Medicaid Fair Hearings.

Disability History: The Wheels of Justice March & Capitol Crawl

Wednesday, March 06, 2024

March 12, 2024, marks the 34th anniversary of the Wheel of Justice Campaign and Capitol Crawl. These powerful demonstrations forced non-disabled people and the United States government to bear witness to the barriers that the disability community faced and pass the ADA.

The History and Impact of the P&A Network

Wednesday, January 10, 2024

The Protection & Advocacy (P&A) network plays a crucial role in advocating for the rights and well-being of individuals with disabilities across the United States. There are 57 P&A agencies – one in each USA state and territory, including one that serves Native Americans with disabilities. The National Disability Rights Network (NDRN) is our membership organization located in Washington, DC that helps give us a voice nationally. NDRN promotes, advocates and supports the work of all 57 P&A agencies.

Disability is Not a Bad Word: Why ‘Unique Abilities’ Isn’t as Nice as it Sounds

Friday, December 08, 2023

Members of the disability community experience very real barriers, oppression, and discrimination daily. That fact cannot and should not be swept under the rug of comforting euphemisms.

Highlighting Deaf & Disabled Native American Artists & Activists

Monday, November 06, 2023

November is Native American Heritage Month. Tune in throughout November 2023 to learn about some incredible Deaf, disabled, and chronically ill Native leaders, artists, and activists who are Indigenous to or currently residing in the United States.

5 Reasons to Hire People with Disabilities

Monday, October 09, 2023

October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month, and in today's inclusive and diverse workforce, people with disabilities are increasingly being recognized for the valuable skills and perspectives they bring to the table. Employers are discovering that hiring individuals with disabilities is not just an act of social responsibility but a wise business decision. This blog post will explore five compelling reasons why people with disabilities make great employees.

Debunking 7 Misconceptions about Sign Language, Deaf Culture, and Deafness

Wednesday, September 20, 2023

In honor of International Week of Deaf People, we debunk common misconceptions about Sign Language, Deaf Culture, and deafness.

Advocating for People and Paws: Understanding Service Dog Owners’ Rights

Thursday, September 14, 2023

September is National Guide Dog Month, a time to recognize and appreciate the tireless efforts of service dogs. In this blog, we aim to emphasize the rights of owners of service dogs, as well as the crucial role they play in assisting people with disabilities.

A Quick Guide to Disability Education Terms

Thursday, August 17, 2023

Disability Rights Florida wants to empower students and their supporters to take on their education. We hope that by making these terms more accessible and easier to understand, you’ll have the language and confidence to take on this school year.

7 Books We’re Reading for Disability Pride Month

Thursday, July 13, 2023

July is Disability Pride Month! Add one of these books by disabled authors to your reading list.

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.