Disability News Sources

Resource Description/Link
DiGeorge Syndrome

DiGeorge syndrome, also called 22q11.2 deletion syndrome, is a disorder caused by a defect in chromosome 22. It results in the poor development of several body systems.

Disability Scoop

This website is a news source for developmental disability news.

Disability.gov

A government website that includes a variety of information on disability news, disability programs, and disability services.

IDEAs Information Briefs

These OSERS documents provide information on interventions to address academic and behavioral challenges in infants, toddlers, children, and youth impacted by fetal alcohol spectrum disorders (FASD), lead exposure, and opioids.

People-First Language Style Guide

This Journalist-Oriented style guide contains recommendation for using language related to people with disabilities

The Campaign for Disability Employment

And... ACTION! Last week was an exciting one for the Campaign for Disability Employment (CDE), as shooting got underway for its new public service announcement (PSA) to be released in the fall. The CDE's previous two PSAs, "I Can" and "Because," both received tremendous response for their positive portrayal of the skills and talents of people with disabilities of all ages. The CDE is funded by ODEP and supported by several leading disability and business organizations.