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https://www.aclu.org/press-releases/community-service-provider-files-federal-lawsuit-to-overturn-west-virginias-deadly-a...
07/13/2026

https://www.aclu.org/press-releases/community-service-provider-files-federal-lawsuit-to-overturn-west-virginias-deadly-and-discriminatory-moratorium-on-methadone-clinics

Access to treatment shouldn't depend on your ZIP code.

A federal lawsuit has been filed challenging West Virginia's long-standing moratorium on new methadone clinics, arguing that it limits access to lifesaving treatment for people with opioid use disorder and may violate federal disability rights protections.

Recovery is healthcare. Expanding access to evidence-based treatment can save lives, reduce stigma, and help build healthier communities for everyone.

Everyone deserves the opportunity to access the care they need.

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – West Virginia’s largest overdose prevention group filed a federal lawsuit to overturn the state’s nearly two-decade-old...

07/10/2026
https://www.abilities.com/2025/11/18/disability-rightsAs accessibility laws continue to evolve, it's more important than...
07/10/2026

https://www.abilities.com/2025/11/18/disability-rights

As accessibility laws continue to evolve, it's more important than ever for people with disabilities, caregivers, advocates, and allies to know their rights. From digital accessibility and workplace accommodations to healthcare and education, understanding your rights is the first step toward ensuring equal access and inclusion.

Knowledge is power. Advocacy creates change. Together, we can continue building a more accessible world for everyone.

Disability Rights in 2026: What To Know about New Laws, Key Court Cases and Self-Advocacy

A milestone for disability and human rights.The United Nations recently took a historic step by recognizing that people ...
07/10/2026

A milestone for disability and human rights.

The United Nations recently took a historic step by recognizing that people with disabilities can experience multiple forms of discrimination—including discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity. This resolution underscores an important truth: every person deserves dignity, equal protection, and the opportunity to participate fully in society.

Building accessible and inclusive communities means acknowledging the diverse experiences of people with disabilities and working together to remove barriers wherever they exist.

Learn more, stay informed, and continue advocating for a world where everyone belongs. 💙



Press Release UN Takes Historic Stand: Disability Rights Resolution Affirms Protections for LGBTQ+ People Region(s) Global TOPIC(s) Human Rights United Nations Publish Date November 21, 2025 Authors Outright Team Third Committee vote marks only the third time LGBTQ+ protections appear in a UN Genera...

07/10/2026

Are you registered to vote? You can check your voter registration status and find voter ID requirements on the Secretary of State's My Voter Page: https://mvp.sos.ga.gov/s/

The Georgia midterm general election will be held on Nov. 3. The last day to register to vote in the general election is Oct. 5.

Early voting will run across the state on Oct. 13 to 30. If a runoff election is needed it will be held on Dec. 1, with early voting in the week prior.

Eligible Georgians can register to vote through the Secretary of State’s Office.
If you are eligible, you can register online or by mail to vote.

Need to Register? See the steps to take below:

1. Make Sure You're Eligible:

To register to vote in Georgia, you must:

-Be a citizen of the United States
-Be a legal resident of the county
-Be at least 17 1/2 years of age to register and 18 years of age to vote
-Not be serving a sentence for conviction of a felony involving moral turpitude
- not been found mentally incompetent by a judge

2. Submit a Voter Registration Application

a. Register Online

Register to vote online through the Secretary of State’s online voter registration system. https://mvp.sos.ga.gov/s/olvr-home -back-button

b. Register by Mail

Download and complete the postage-paid voter registration application and mail it to the Secretary of State’s office.https://sos.ga.gov/sites/default/files/forms/GA_VR_APP_2019.pdf

3. Check your Precinct Card
After you register, the Secretary of State will send your precinct card to your county, who will then send it to you. Your precinct card lets you know where you need to go in order to vote. It is important to note that you don't need to bring your precinct card to vote.

If you have misplaced or have not received your precinct card within 3 to 4 weeks of submitting your voter registration application, contact your local county registration office to request a new precinct card or to check the status of your application. https://mvp.sos.ga.gov/s/county-election-offices

You can also verify that you’re properly registered to vote by visiting the Secretary of State’s My Voter Page and submitting your information. https://mvp.sos.ga.gov/s/

4. Vote

View a list of upcoming elections and registration deadlines on the Secretary of State’s election calendar. https://sos.ga.gov/page/election-calendar-and-events

Locate your polling place by logging into the Secretary of State’s My Voter Page.

On Election Day, polling stations open at 7 a.m. and close at 7 p.m. If you can't vote during those times, you can either vote early or send in an absentee ballot.

When you arrive at your polling station, you'll need to bring a valid photo ID such as a driver's license, passport, or voter identification card.

The polls offer audio ballots for voters who are blind or have low vision and booths for voters in wheelchairs. If you need help with your ballot, you can ask a family member or friend to come with you to the polls and fill the ballot in with your choices.

If you move you must file a notice of your new address in writing to your County Board of Registrar's Office, or submit a new voter registration application.

Use the Georgia My Voter Page (MVP) to check your voter registration status, find your polling location, view your county's early voting locations, review your sample ballot for upcoming elections, and more.

Who owns our care matters.A new report highlights growing concerns as private equity firms continue purchasing group hom...
07/09/2026

Who owns our care matters.

A new report highlights growing concerns as private equity firms continue purchasing group homes that serve people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. In response, some states are considering stronger oversight to help ensure financial interests never come before the health, safety, dignity, and quality of care of residents.

People with disabilities deserve stable, person-centered services—not uncertainty. As these conversations continue, it's important to advocate for transparency, accountability, and protections that keep the well-being of residents at the center of every decision.

Let's continue to raise our voices for quality care, community inclusion, and the rights of people with disabilities.



As private equity firms buy up group homes for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, one state is taking steps to ensure that these owners don't compromise care.

Disability rights matter.A recent PBS News Hour report highlights concerns surrounding a new U.S. Department of Justice ...
07/09/2026

Disability rights matter.

A recent PBS News Hour report highlights concerns surrounding a new U.S. Department of Justice memo that questions longstanding interpretations of disability rights protections, particularly those supporting community-based services for people with disabilities. Disability advocates say the changes could have significant implications for independent living and inclusion, while the memo reflects a new legal interpretation rather than a change in law itself.

Staying informed is an important part of protecting access, inclusion, and equal opportunity for all.

A recently released Justice Department memo questions decades of protections for Americans with disabilities. It’s the latest effort by the Trump administration to shift longstanding practices for the disability community, attempting to change services and policies. Ali Rogin speaks with Maria Tow...

Happy Thursday! Today is World Forgiveness Day. A day to release and let go. Today we acknowledge the difficulty of lett...
07/09/2026

Happy Thursday! Today is World Forgiveness Day. A day to release and let go. Today we acknowledge the difficulty of letting go of wrongs being done to us, but we must move forward. Onward and Upward.

A bright, accessible flyer celebrating World Forgiveness Day on July 7, 2026. The design uses large, bold text with high-contrast colors and features illustrations of people connecting through kindness, a handshake inside a heart, and a dove carrying an olive branch. The flyer encourages forgiveness as a path to healing, compassion, and stronger communities by promoting listening, letting go of resentment, showing kindness, and building unity. Accessibility icons at the bottom reinforce that the message is designed to be welcoming and inclusive for people of all abilities.

Good morning and Happy Tuesday! Today is International Peace and Love Day! Today is all about spreading love and kindnes...
07/07/2026

Good morning and Happy Tuesday! Today is International Peace and Love Day! Today is all about spreading love and kindness. What are your plans to spread love and kindness today?

A colorful, high-contrast flyer celebrating International Peace & Love Day on July 7, 2026. The design features large bold text, a white dove carrying an olive branch, a heart, and hands holding the Earth to symbolize unity and compassion. The flyer encourages everyone to choose kindness, celebrate differences, spread love, and promote peace in their communities. Accessibility icons along the bottom emphasize that the message is for people of all abilities.

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