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Deaf rappers who lay down rhymes in sign languages are changing what it means for music to be heard

Access to creative tools has opened the door for D/deaf and hard of hearing artists to develop a new artform combining elements of sign language and music.

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United Airlines will add Braille signage in its airplanes

The airline aims to have Braille for select notations in plane cabins throughout its main fleet by 2026.

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Newly disabled people aren’t given a ‘how-to’ guide. Disability doulas are closing those gaps.

Self-styled “disability doulas” provide guidance and support for those who are new to navigating disability.

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U.S. Moves to Improve Airplane Bathrooms for People With Disabilities

The U.S. Department of Transportation has announced new rules for accessible bathrooms in commercial aircraft.

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Disclosing a disability in the workplace, as employers focus on creating a culture of inclusion

Despite a majority of companies providing a system for confidential self-identification, less than one-fifth of the estimated number of workers with disabilities voluntarily report their disability.