Theater Students Make “Friends For Life” During Inclusive Performance Of “Frozen.”
Whenever you're putting on a show like "Frozen," you should always expect a little bit of magic. Students at Early Light Academy in South Jordan,...
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“Best Teammate Ever.” Little Boy Hypes Up Discouraged Fellow Rugby Player.
Kelsey Bjork |
May 9, 2022
During a competitive game of rugby, one young player became overwhelmed. He felt as though he didn't belong on the field with the rest of...
Read moreBride With Autism Plans Perfect Sensory-Friendly Wedding And We’re All Taking Notes.
Beverly L. Jenkins |
Feb 25, 2022
No matter how much thought, time, and planning go into them, most wedding days come with a healthy dose of stress for everyone involved. When...
Read moreSweet Teacher Makes Sure Student With A Disability Has A Blast At Every Recess.
Kelsey Bjork |
Feb 23, 2022
For many kids, recess is their favorite part of the school day. But not everyone has the ability to participate in all of the outdoor...
Read more“Just Because I’m Missing A Leg Doesn’t Mean I’m Any Less Able.” Meet The Nurse Attempting To Make Navy History.
Beverly L. Jenkins |
Feb 21, 2022
Growing up as an Air Force brat left a big impression on Hannah Joy Cvancara. Her dad was an Air Force flight surgeon, and she...
Read moreThis Meteorologist Is Using Sign Language To Make Her Weather Reports More Accessible.
Kelsey Bjork |
Feb 19, 2022
Mikayla Smith may be a senior at Oklahoma University, but she’s already advocating for positive change in her career as a meteorologist. It all started...
Read moreWhen 11-Yr-Old With Down Syndrome Gets Bullied, The President Of Her Country Steps In!
Beverly L. Jenkins |
Feb 16, 2022
In life, sometimes it's not what you know; it's who you know. Embla Ademi lives with her family in North Macedonia, a country in southeastern...
Read more“It’s Me, Mommy!” 2-Yr-Old “Encanto” Look-Alike Can’t Contain Her Excitement.
Kelsey Bjork |
Feb 6, 2022
Ever since Disney’s "Encanto" was released, critics and viewers alike haven't been able to stop raving about it. There are so many things to love...
Read more“I Was Honestly Shocked.” Woman Praises Company After Best Response To Her Tattoos.
Abby Bowman |
Feb 4, 2022
As anyone who loves tattoos and has a job in the business world knows, having both requires some compromise. Either you can only get tattoos...
Read moreDad Sets Out To Create Book Series For Kids With Disabilities And We’re All Cheering.
Kelsey Bjork |
Jan 30, 2022
Children with disabilities aren't represented nearly enough in the books they read or the shows they watch, but Danny Jordan is doing everything he can...
Read more“You Can Be Different.” Teen With Down Syndrome Takes The Rap World By Storm.
Kelsey Bjork |
Jan 26, 2022
At just 19 years old, Arik Ancelin is making a name for himself in the rapping world, something he hopes will pave the way for...
Read moreBride Surprises Everyone By Signing Her Vows For Her Deaf In-Laws.
Kelsey Bjork |
Jan 24, 2022
Planning a wedding takes time and hard work, but Kelsey Kulick thought of the perfect touch to add to their vows the minute she and...
Read morePlease Stop Sharing Disability Pity Posts On Social Media
Love What Matters |
Jan 20, 2022
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Read moreStudent Claps Back Against Sexist Professor By Creating STEM Scholarship For Women.
Kelsey Bjork |
Jan 11, 2022
For her entire life, Ally Orr has been taught to stand up for what she believes in, something that’s often easier said than done. But...
Read moreBride Surprises Stepson With Special Vow Mid-Ceremony And Now We’re All Crying.
Beverly L. Jenkins |
Jan 6, 2022
Growing up in a blended family, Vanessa Lynch of Minnesota understands that sometimes, we get to choose our family. Vanessa met her now-husband, Craig Lynch,...
Read moreBlind YouTuber Turns Simple Muffin Tin Into Brilliant Way To Learn The ABCs Of Braille.
Beverly L. Jenkins |
Dec 27, 2021
Learning to read braille seems like a difficult task, but YouTuber Molly Burke makes it look easy! Molly is a Canadian motivational speaker and internet...
Read more“He’s Just Got Spidey Senses.” Blind Hockey Goalie Makes History In Sighted Game.
Kelsey Bjork |
Dec 12, 2021
In 2001, Nelson Rego was told by a specialist to expect a gradual decline in his vision until, one day, he'd have little to no...
Read more17-Yr-Old Launches Sign Language App To Make Disney Movies Accessible To Every Child.
Beverly L. Jenkins |
Dec 2, 2021
During the COVID-19 lockdowns, many people spent their time baking bread or watching Netflix. Others, like 17-year-old Mariella Satow, spent their time changing the world!...
Read more‘What’s wrong with her?’ Comments now change to, ‘How cute, her doll looks just like her!’: Woman creates special needs dolls, ‘Our differences make us beautiful’
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Dec 1, 2021
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Read more‘STOP using ‘bad’ to describe a person’s body part.’: Limb difference advocate urges ‘teach people to love their bodies’
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Nov 30, 2021
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Read moreDoctors Said Jonathan Wouldn’t Live Past 2 — But Now The 24-Yr-Old Is Valedictorian!
Kelsey Bjork |
Nov 27, 2021
Being named valedictorian is a huge milestone for anyone, but for Jonathan Tiong, it was especially meaningful. Jonathan was born with type 2 spinal muscular...
Read more‘How come I’m this color and you’re brown?’ I’d always respond, ‘This is how God made us.’ Black or white, it didn’t matter. I was her mama.’: Selfless woman adopts 4 children from foster care
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Nov 24, 2021
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Read more‘Yeah right, that’s not a real service dog.’: Mom suffering from PTSD confronts ‘rude person’ who judged her ‘without even knowing me’
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Nov 23, 2021
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Read moreGrandma And The Man She Accidentally Invited To Thanksgiving Reunite For 6th Yr.
Beverly L. Jenkins |
Nov 22, 2021
Six years ago, Wanda Dench sent a text message to her 24-year-old grandson to invite him to Thanksgiving dinner. Wanda didn't realize he had changed...
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