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Lizzo and Beyoncé Listen to their Fans about Disability Inclusivity

In an inspiring move, global music icons Lizzo and Beyoncé have revised their song lyrics to embrace inclusivity and sensitivity towards disabled individuals. This post explores their decisions' significance and impact on the music industry and society.

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Crip Camp Loses at The Oscars in Another Slight to the Disability Community

I don't know why it should surprise me anymore. The Motion Picture Academy had a historic opportunity to recognize a Sundance Film Festival Award-Winning documentary, Crip Camp, telling the story of one of the most significant civil rights protests in this country's history.

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The Importance of Disability Representation in Emojis

Sometimes it is the smallest things that can make the biggest difference. When Apple announced in March that they submitted 13 disability-specific emojis to the Unicode Consortium, the disability community rejoiced. "Currently, emojis provide a wide range of options, but may not represent the experiences of those with disabilities," Apple wrote in the proposal.

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Kudos Target, for Your Disability Inclusion in Your Store Marketing Campaigns

Whoever the executive team is at Target that is working hard to include disabilities in their advertising and children's fashion line should be applauded. I came upon this Huffington Post article today about a boy named Charlie who has Cerebral Palsy who saw a sizeable promotional picture of a boy standing with a walker. He was so happy to see an image of a boy to whom he could relate.

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