Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Andrew Pulrang writes about disability practices, policy, and culture. Lots of people thought Presidential candidate Donald Trump ...

A long-time, low-grade worry for people with disabilities has become a red alert in the midst of the coronavirus pandemic. Most disabled people at one time or another worry that we and our so-called ...

Ableism is one of the greatest obstacles faced by people with disabilities. We believe that improving an understanding of ableism will improve student access to a quality education.” — Maren ...

“Using the right language isn’t the be-all and end-all of better disability reporting.” To create an accurate record of history, news organizations in 2025 must become serious about the disability ...

Highlighting shocking statistics and debunking ableist myths, this title explores the history of ableism and disability justice and shows you how to embed accessibility into your work and advocate for ...

Ableism is a term that refers to the practices or ideas that discriminate against those who have disabilities. It suggests that society puts higher value on people with typical abilities. Ableism ...

More inclusive communities and workplaces may help combat prejudice and discrimination against disabled people, according to the Economic and Social Research Institute (ESRI). The ESRI investigated ...

Ableism often arises from assumptions about what disability “looks like.” Seeing someone pushing a wheelchair instead of sitting in it might lead others to assume there is nothing wrong with the ...