Disabled World
Disabled World (DW) is a leading online resource serving the disability community across America and beyond. We address the diverse challenges and experiences faced by 70 million American adults with disabilities and 1.3 billion people worldwide - approximately 16% of the global population. Guided by our slogan, Towards Tomorrow, we remain committed to fostering progress and empowerment for all. Each December 3rd, International Day of Persons with Disabilities underscores the importance of the awareness and advocacy work we pursue year-round.
While DW focuses primarily on disability issues, resources, and viewpoints in the United States - delivering content, policies, and services tailored specifically for American audiences - we also cover key global disability topics to give you a complete picture of what's happening internationally.
DW has been an independent, unbiased publisher since 2004. We're committed to providing people with disabilities, their families, caregivers, and researchers with reliable news, comprehensive disability data, and peer-reviewed scholarly papers. What sets us apart is our unique approach that blends hard facts with real-world experiences, making our content both informative and genuinely relatable.
Our mission is straightforward: ensure everyone has access to free information and resources. Beyond publishing our own studies, articles, and polls, we also share material from credible sources including universities, government agencies, and disability organizations.
Why NYPD Disability Pensions Are a Financial Lifeline - NYPD officers often rely on disability pensions to bridge the gap between standard retirement pay and New York City's high cost of living.
Grace Film Review - Down Syndrome and Autonomy - A heartfelt review of Grace, a short film by Anna Rodgers exploring autonomy, love, and self-determination for a young woman with Down Syndrome.
Plastic Additives Linked to Millions of Early Births - A global analysis ties phthalate chemical DEHP to nearly 2 million preterm births in 2018, pointing to urgent gaps in plastic additive regulation worldwide.
Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympics Break Digital Viewing Record - The IPC's Paralympic digital channels achieved record-breaking video views and engagement during the Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter Games competition.
Disability Loans & Grants - Financial assistance programs available for low-income families, seniors, and disabled students.
Famous People with Disabilities - Lists of well-known people with various disabilities and conditions who contributed to society.
Awareness Ribbon Colors - Guide to awareness ribbon colors for health, medical conditions, disability, and other causes.
Adult Height to Weight Chart - Ideal weight-to-height ratio for adult females and males.
Child to Teen Height to Weight Ratio Charts - Average height-to-weight ratios for children and teens organized by age.
Media Bias and Political Attacks on SSDI and Disability - An editorial examining how misleading media coverage and political rhetoric misrepresent Social Security Disability Insurance and the people who depend on it.
Police Use of Force Against Disabled People and Dogs - Editorial on police shootings involving people with mental health disabilities and service dogs, including ADA protections and Fourth Amendment legal analysis.
Police Liability Under ADA Title II: Ensuring Rights During Arrests - How Title II of the ADA applies to law enforcement during arrests, covering wrongful arrest claims, failure to train, and reasonable accommodation requirements.