Aria Mia Loberti’s Pup Makes History As The First Guide Dog At The Golden Globes.
After taking on the lead role in a big-budget production, Aria Mia Loberti continues to make history. The 30-year-old actress, who was born with a...
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Woman’s Deaf Parents Watch “Barbie” Movie With Her Thanks To ASL Interpreter Option.
Marty Townsend |
Jan 16, 2024
American Sign Language (ASL) is the hand and arm movements used by deaf people to communicate. As a recognized language, ASL is offered in many...
Read more“She Just Wanted To Play.” Dad Designs Inclusive Theme Park Inspired By Disabled Daughter.
Bianca Wooden |
Jun 20, 2023
For Gordon Hartman, the hardest part of raising a daughter with disabilities was seeing her left out. Because of her cognitive and physical impairments, Morgan...
Read moreParalyzed Man Opens Gym To Help Others With Disabilities Rediscover Their Strength.
Beverly L. Jenkins |
Dec 30, 2022
In 2016, Mark Raymond learned the hard way that life can change in a split second. The New Orleans, Louisiana man was boating with friends...
Read moreTerminally Ill Girl’s Dream Of Performing In “The Nutcracker” Finally Comes True.
Beverly L. Jenkins |
Dec 21, 2022
Many budding ballerinas dream of one day taking the stage to perform in one of the most iconic Christmas traditions in dance, "The Nutcracker." Nine-year-old...
Read moreWhen Deaf Couple Comes For Dinner, Restaurant Proves “Accessibility Is Hospitality.”
Beverly L. Jenkins |
Dec 10, 2022
When you live with a physical difference like hearing loss, you become used to making your own accommodations ahead of time to ensure a good...
Read more“Prove Your Doubters Wrong.” Teen Without Legs Makes Waves On The Basketball Court.
Alison Holme |
Dec 10, 2022
Regardless of who you are, each one of us has been underestimated at some point – those times when expectations fall short of your actual...
Read moreTeacher Literally Steps Up So Wheelchair-Using Student Can Take The Spotlight.
Beverly L. Jenkins |
Nov 27, 2022
When Casey Hubbard was growing up, he loved watching his older brother perform as a member of their school's marching band. Casey always admired the...
Read more“Best Day Ever.” Soccer Super Fan Joins Team On The Field To Celebrate Their Victory.
Kelsey Bjork |
Oct 16, 2022
Sports aren't just about the players – they're also about the fans! In a recent Geelong Cats soccer game, the crowd went wild as this...
Read moreBest Summer Ever! Disabled Girl Enjoys Accessible Swimming Pool For The 1st Time.
Marcela Camargo |
Oct 13, 2022
Summer may be over, but the memories will last forever – especially if you had the opportunity to experience something you never have before. Just...
Read moreNeed Directions To Sesame Street? Ask The 1st Black Woman Puppeteer On The Show!
Marcela Camargo |
Sep 26, 2022
Just like millions of other kids around the globe, Megan Piphus Peace grew up watching Sesame Street. But for Megan, it isn't just a show...
Read moreMom Gets Valuable Lesson On Racism When Her Daughter Asks For Braids Like Her Bestie.
InspireMore Staff |
Sep 15, 2022
A Louisiana mom went viral in 2017 for a powerful letter on what she calls "UNintentional racism." The mom, Brigette Diez Kerr, says she never...
Read moreLesson On “Walking In Other People’s Shoes” Ends With Special Surprise For Students.
Beverly L. Jenkins |
Sep 13, 2022
Some lessons stick with us for a lifetime. A teacher named Stephanie from Toronto, Canada distinctly remembers watching a basketball movie called "Like Mike" when...
Read more“That Was HER Baby.” Rejected Lamb Finds Unlikely New Mom In Family Dog.
Kelsey Bjork |
Aug 7, 2022
The saying "family isn't always blood" doesn't just apply to us humans! When baby Beau was born, she was rejected by her mom. Thankfully, a...
Read more11-Year-Old With Limb Difference And MLB Dreams Is Hitting Home Runs Left And Right.
Beverly L. Jenkins |
Aug 5, 2022
At 11 years old, Zoe Wood is knocking it out of the park – literally! The Mullica Hill, New Jersey tween recently hit her first...
Read moreUPS Driver For A Day! 7-Yr-Old With Down Syndrome Delivers Joy To His Classmates.
Beverly L. Jenkins |
Aug 2, 2022
For the past three years, Drew Bausman of Sacramento, California has been UPS's biggest fan. Drew, who was born with Down syndrome, was just 4...
Read moreMan Makes History As 1st Person With Down Syndrome To Graduate From His College.
Beverly L. Jenkins |
Jul 31, 2022
Living with Down syndrome often leads people to underestimate your capabilities. Growing up, Dylan Keuhl was told "no" more times than he can count. He's...
Read moreYoung Onset Parkinson’s Couldn’t Stop This Man From Training Like A Warrior.
Kelsey Bjork |
Jul 9, 2022
As a nurse and the child of a woman who had young onset Parkinson's Disease, Bryan Hill knew there was a good chance that he...
Read more“Sin Límites!” Power Couple With Down Syndrome Celebrates 2 Yrs Of Love And Success.
Beverly L. Jenkins |
Jul 3, 2022
When two accomplished people decide to join forces, there's no limit to what they can do in this world. Chris González and SofÃa Jirau of...
Read more“I Have A Dream: Communication For All.” Non-Speaking Graduate Gives Powerful Speech.
Kelsey Bjork |
Jun 28, 2022
Growing up, Elizabeth Bonker never imagined she'd give a commencement speech as valedictorian at Rollins College. For much of her life, she never even thought...
Read moreMeet Uncle Matt, A Man With Down Syndrome Who Has The Sweetest Bond With His Niece.
Kelsey Bjork |
Jun 25, 2022
If there's one thing Erin Johnson is sure of is that her brother, Matt, isn't given the credit he deserves. Because he has Down syndrome...
Read moreBlind Scientist Envisions A More Accessible World Through Inclusive Technology.
Beverly L. Jenkins |
Jun 22, 2022
When Dr. Joshua Miele was just 4 years old, he was the victim of a senseless tragedy that cost him his eyesight. A neighbor with...
Read moreWelcome To The Human Library, A Place With No Books And Endless Conversations.
Beverly L. Jenkins |
May 31, 2022
Libraries usually have a pretty strict "no talking" rule, but it's the total opposite in Denmark's The Human Library. In fact, talking is what The...
Read moreThis Paralyzed Dancer Is On A Mission To “Empower Women With Disabilities.”
Beverly L. Jenkins |
May 14, 2022
Ever since she can remember, Chelsie Hill has loved to dance. She started taking dance lessons when she was just 3 years old. By 5,...
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