National Archives - Disabled Journalists Association

Amputee soccer players compete on a turf field, using crutches as an orange-clad player swings his leg to strike the ball while a defender in red challenges, with teammates and a goal visible in the background.

Disability Stories You May Have Missed

This week, we have New Hampshire politicians looking to technology to support the state’s disability support system; a slur...

By John Loeppky

April 16, 2026

Featured Special Project

Modern three-story school building with red brick and white panel exterior, rows of large windows, and a covered entrance, seen from a sidewalk on a clear sunny day with trees and power lines in view.

Disability Stories You May Have Missed

This week we have two (fairly dire) updates: a legal case that has dragged on for more than 15 years,...

By John Loeppky

April 7, 2026

News You Might Have Missed

Black-and-white photograph of CMS Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz speaking at a podium in the Oval Office, gesturing as he delivers remarks. President Donald Trump stands behind him at center with a serious expression, while another man in a suit stands to the right, watching with a slight smile. The background features ornate wall detailing and a large portrait of former President Ronald Reagan.

Disability Stories You May Have Missed

In this week’s edition, we have ICE detaining a Disabled Canadian and her mother, two worldwide updates on Medical...

By John Loeppky

March 31, 2026

Caregiving

Giving Alice Wong Her Flowers: Part II

After we received the news of Alice's transition, we invited people who loved, knew or worked with her to...

March 25, 2026

Caregiving

Alice Wong sits in a motorized wheelchair on a paved path, wearing bright pink pants and a colorful top. A ventilator tube is positioned near her face. She is centered in front of large, lush green plants, with tall buildings visible in the background, creating a contrast between nature and an urban setting.

Giving Alice Wong Her Flowers: Part III

After we received the news of Alice's transition, we invited people who loved, knew or worked with her to...

March 25, 2026

Government

An image of the Welsh Parliament, multiple circles of seats with wood paneling.

Disability News You Might Have Missed: March 17

In this week’s edition we have a win for the Welsh Deaf community, future health funding cuts in Idaho,...

By John Loeppky

March 17, 2026

Featured Special Project

The Winter Paralympics: 4 Things to Watch

The 14th Winter Paralympic Games recently got underway. Hosted in Italy, just like their Olympic counterparts, the Winter Games...

By John Loeppky

March 11, 2026

Government

A photo of the US Capitol. The sun is setting.

Disability News You Might Have Missed: March 2

The disability community is facing the full weight of the Trump Administration. Photo: Dawit Tibebu via Pixabay ...

By John Loeppky

March 2, 2026

Eugenics

Image of four red candles with a balack background. Two are lit.

How One Organization is Honoring Our Disabled Dead

Disability Day of Mourning, an annual vigil, is shining light on the...

By John Loeppky

February 27, 2026

Featured Special Project

On February 17, 2017, Boeing South Carolina in North Charleston, SC rolled out the first 787-10. US President Donald Trump (POTUS) was in attendance at the ceremony. The 787-10 will be built exclusively in North Charleston, SC.

Disability Under Donald Trump’s Second Term — So Far

President Donald Trump. Credit: Ryan Johnson, Wikimedia In the coming weeks, Donald Trump will address the nation...

By Sonali Gupta

February 17, 2026

Government

An image of Manhattan with people walking the street covered in cloud

Disability News You Might Have Missed: Feb 6

Jo Wiggijo from Pixabay In this week’s edition we have multiple states cutting disability supports, New Jersey...

By John Loeppky, Ashley Castillo

February 7, 2026

Featured Special Project

A blind federal employee, reads her computer through a braille reader on her desk and various applications on her computer.

9 States Renew Challenge to Section 504 Mandate

Nine U.S. states are challenging a Biden-era update to Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, which allows disabled people...

By Sean Kelly

February 5, 2026