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.
Visionauta: Free AI App for the Visually Impaired - Visionauta is a free AI-powered Android app built by a blind former Google engineer to help people with visual impairments handle daily tasks.
Visiting Mar-a-Lago and Accessible Palm Beach - Explore Mar-a-Lago's history, Palm Beach attractions and accessible travel options near President Trump's famous Florida estate.
DuckDuckGo Search Engine: Privacy and Accessibility - Learn how DuckDuckGo protects your privacy online. Discover its benefits and limitations for seniors, people with disabilities, and everyday internet users.
What Is Makaton? A Guide to Visual Communication - Discover how the Makaton program uses signs, symbols, and speech to support communication for children, seniors, and people with disabilities.
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.
Canadian Apprenticeships and Grants for the Disabled - Federal apprenticeship programs, Red Seal trades, and grants up to $4,000 for persons with disabilities across all Canadian provinces and territories.
Gift Ideas and Toys for Children with Autism and ASD - Practical toy and gift ideas for children with autism including sensory products, cause and effect toys, fine motor tools, and social skill building activities.
Bobble Bottle for Kids - Filtered Reusable Water Bottle - The Bobble Bottle for kids is a reusable filtered water bottle designed to encourage children to drink tap water instead of sugary sodas and soft drinks.