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Ali Stroker Wins Tony Award, Making History
"You are represented."
Disability And Aging
"This is a big demographic turning point coming and few people outside of the experts think about it in their daily lives."
Freeform’s “Everything’s Gonna Be Okay” Gives Autism Authentic Representation
The new series features an authentic character with ASD, played by an actress on the spectrum.
Farewell To “Game of Thrones,” A TV Series That Championed Characters With Disabilities
The new king of the six realms is a young man in a wheelchair, and his hand is a little person, Tyrion Lannister. In essence, the destiny of the New World order was left to the wisdom of two characters with disabilities.
“Speechless” Cancellation A Blow To On-Screen Disability Representation
The groundbreaking sitcom, which features a lead character and actor with cerebral palsy, was cancelled by ABC this past week.
The Power of TV: Representing Disability in Storytelling
The Television Academy of Arts and Sciences hosted a powerful discussion with Hollywood's top disability activists and creators.
How Sesame Street Addresses Autism Through Julia, its First-Ever Autistic Muppet
Julia, a four-year-old muppet with autism, is helping children and society make big strides towards autism inclusion and acceptance.
How “Special” Creator Ryan O’Connell Is Changing Hollywood’s Narrative About Disability
"Actor/writer Ryan O’Connell, who has cerebral palsy, wants to change the way we talk about disabilities."