October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) — a time to recognize the contributions of disabled workers and to strengthen our commitment to inclusive workplaces. Celebrating NDEAM isn’t just about awareness. It’s about action. Here are a few meaningful ways to get involved.

Accessibility isn’t just about disability — it’s about building communities where everyone can fully participate, connect, and thrive. When we make access the expectation, we create a future where dignity, independence, and opportunity aren’t limited to some, but guaranteed for all. #YesAccess

Inclusion is an advantage for your business. Research consistently shows that companies that support diversity and accessibility in their workforce outperform their peers. #YesAccess #OctoberNDEAM #Inclusion #Accessibility #BusinessSucccess

One of the biggest barriers for people with disabilities is the assumptions society makes about us. As this video points out, assumptions become a self-fulfilling prophecy that limits people from reaching their full potential What future can we build if we choose to think differently? #YesAccess

Access makes sure public buildings and community spaces remain open to all, whether you’re using a mobility aid long-term or for a few weeks. When we design for disability, we design for everyone. That’s the power of access. #YesAccess #UniversalDesign #ImagineAccess #AccessibilityForAll

Imagine if losing some of your hearing didn’t mean losing your favorite shows, news, or movies. Accessibility features like captions don’t just support people born with hearing loss, they make life better for everyone. Access helps us all stay connected. #YesAccess #UniversalDesign

By age 65, most will experience either a temporary or permanent disability. That’s not a statistic to fear — it’s a reminder that disability is simply part of the human experience. When we advocate for accessibility, now we're also building a better world for our future selves. #YesAccess

Diversity is all around us. It’s the fact of our shared humanity. But what we choose to do with that reality is what shapes our communities and our future. At #YesAccess we believe that true belonging happens when we remove barriers, expand opportunity, and make access the expectation.

Hope is something we have to cultivate. In the face of discouragement, fear, and overwhelming odds, we have to continue to fight for a better tomorrow. Mariame Kaba reminds us that even when the odds feel stacked against us, we can choose to believe in the power of people, justice, and equity.

Every parent wants the same things for their child - to learn, to be included, and to reach their full potential. Your child, grandchild, or family member could have learning challenges or disabilities. Imagine if access was the expectation, not the exception. Lets build it together. #YesAccess

If you broke your leg tomorrow, would you want to lose the ability to visit the places you love and to socialize with others in community settings? Accessibility isn’t just about people with permanent disabilities; it’s about all of us having the ability to always participate in the community.

Disability has always been an essential part of the American success story. Franklin D. Roosevelt led America through the Great Depression and World War II, reshaping the nation with the New Deal and Social Security. His resilience, empathy, and optimism were shaped by living with paralysis.

Visionaries have long seen access as one of America’s essential aspirations. President Franklin D. Roosevelt’s words remind us that true progress means building a country rooted in inclusion, dignity, and opportunity for all. That’s the work of #YesAccess. Will you join us in building a future

Some of the world’s greatest music was composed without hearing a single note. Ludwig van Beethoven experienced progressive deafness, yet he went on to compose some of his most powerful works after losing his hearing completely. He found new ways to “hear” through vibration and innovation.

Some of humanity’s greatest breakthroughs were shaped by disability. Stephen Hawking, one of the most brilliant scientific minds of our time, lived with ALS, a degenerative disease. He credited his disability with making him a better physicist by forcing him to carefully structure his thoughts.

Disability has always shaped history. Thomas Edison, one of America’s most prolific inventors, was deaf due to scarlet fever and ear infections. He considered his deafness an advantage — one that helped him concentrate on his experiments without distraction. #YesAccess

Disability is a source of power, identity, and community. It’s something to embrace, to honor and to carry forward as a natural part of human diversity. Stacey Park Milbern reminded us that for too long, society defined disability through the lens of “overcoming.” Join us to create a better world.

Did you know that many of the conveniences and tools we enjoy every day were first designed for people with disabilities? Closed captions, curb cuts, audiobooks, electric toothbrushes, and speech-to-text all began as disability innovations. Now, they’re everyday tools that make life easier.

A competitive country begins by providing all children with an opportunity for education and skills to reach their full potential, workplaces that embrace diversity to foster innovation, and a society where everyone can participate in community life. Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg said it best:

When we shift from 'overcoming disability' to 'overcoming barriers,' we redefine success as something we build together. The future we want — one rooted in opportunity, dignity, independence, and community — depends on the choices we make today. #YesAccess #DisabilityPride #Inclusion

Back-to-school should mean excitement: new friends, new learning, and new possibilities for every child. Access makes it possible for children with disabilities to be welcomed, supported, and to thrive. Schools can help include all. Read the full article here: yesaccess.org/blog/10-ways...

Imagine what’s possible when we come together. That’s the vision behind Yes! Access, and it’s at the heart of this new blog post from Kevin Nunez, our Coalition Chair: “Uniting the Disability Rights Movement for Inclusion and Systemic Change.” Read Kevin’s piece here: yesaccess.org/blog/yes-acc...

Too often, disability is framed only as a challenge to be “overcome.” What if we flipped that narrative? As Arielle Silverman reminds us, disability can also be a source of strength, connection, and possibility. When we embrace disability, we change what’s possible for everyone. #YesAccess

This is the moment. Disabled human rights lawyer and atrocity prevention scholar, Aideen Byrne, recently provided a stark assessment of the danger and urgency of this moment for people with disabilities. And Yes! Access Communication Team Lead, Drew McKay talked about how we meet this moment.

Today, on National Senior Citizens Day, we celebrate older adults and recognize a simple truth: disability rights are senior rights. Here’s why: 1. Disability policies also protect seniors. 2. 1/3 of seniors have a long-term disability. 3. Temporary disabilities are more likely as we grow older.

At the Yes! Access Activation Summit, one message came through loud and clear: stories have power. Power to challenge false narratives. Power to build connection. Power to spark laughter, spread hope, and shift minds. You can help make that happen. Share your story. Tag #YesAccess.

Incredible work is happening everywhere, yet disability rights progress slips through our fingers... why? The truth is, as long as our community is fragmented, it will always be seen as weak - ignorable. Real change has only ever come from people banding together in community to create movements.

What Do You Value? Independence. Dignity. Community. These aren’t just ideals — they’re American values. And for 70 million Americans with disabilities, access is what makes them real. With access, we can protect the promise of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness for everyone.

What does a disability-led nationwide movement to make lasting change to improve the lives of people with disabilities look like? It looks like Yes! Access. A team of 30+ volunteers and a growing coalition of individuals and organizations uniting to create positive change Join the movement.

At our recent Yes! Access Activation Summit, a participant asked: “What are the most effective measures for ensuring disability inclusion?” It’s a question that goes to the heart of our mission. Here are five measures that create real, lasting change.

Access is a human right. Emma Thompson said it plainly, ‘Being disabled should not mean being disqualified from having access to every aspect of life.’ We expect access and inclusion to be a standard, and we know America can rise to that expectation. #YesAccess

Assistance dogs aren’t pets — they’re working professionals. And like any professional, they deserve respect. They help people with disabilities and chronic illness navigate daily life with greater safety, independence, and confidence. But they can’t do their jobs if they’re being distracted.

It’s International Assistance Dog Week and #ThrowbackThursday seemed like the perfect time for some fast facts about the day. For instance, it’s not just about the dogs (though they are amazing). It’s also about the people who train them, partner with them, raise awareness, and advocate for access.

Assistance dogs are more than companions — they’re trained professionals. Guide dogs, hearing dogs, mobility assistance dogs, and many others are trained to support people with a wide range of disabilities. They offer greater independence, confidence, and safety in a world that isn’t accessible.

It’s International Assistance Dog Week — a time to recognize the powerful role assistance dogs play in the lives of people with disabilities and chronic illness. These highly trained companions do more than tasks. They provide independence, support, confidence, and community connection. #YesAccess

Sean Pevsner reminds us: Disability isn’t a monolith. And access is about ensuring everyone has what they need to thrive. People with disabilities are as diverse as humanity itself, with different cultures, goals, perspectives, and ways of moving through the world. #YesAccess #DisabilityPride

Disability is a natural part of the human experience. It’s part of who we are — part of every community, every culture, every future. As Keah Brown reminds us, “we can’t move forward as a society unless the disability community feels seen and heard.” We’re stronger when we rise together.

70 million Americans — more than 1 in 4 of us — have a disability. We are the largest marginalized group in America. And it’s a group that anyone can become part of at any time. So, when we talk about accessibility, we’re not just talking about “them.” We’re talking about us. All of us.

As Disability Pride Month comes to a close this week, one thing is clear: Pride doesn’t end here. For us, it is just beginning. Let’s carry that momentum forward! Let’s keep being visible; building community, building momentum, and working toward a future of full inclusion.

“Why do we see disability different from any other aspect of being human?” It is a powerful question Judy Heumann asked to provoke thought and spark change. Disability is part of the human experience. It always has been. It always will be. #YesAccess #DisabilityIsDiversity #JudyHeumann

Your heart is a muscle the size of your fist. And right now, many in the disability community are using both their hearts and their fighting spirit to push for a better tomorrow. Keep loving. Keep fighting. We’re here beside you. Fighting for a future where access is an inalienable right.

Opportunity, respect, education, acceptance, independence — these are things every human being wants. And these things are possible if we decide we will accept nothing less – that access will be the expectation and not an exception. #YesAccess #DisabilityPride #DisabilityPrideMonth #Ally #Access

Why does Disability Pride matter? Because it’s so much more than a month on the calendar. It’s a movement, a mindset, and a reminder that disabled people belong — everywhere. Check out this graphic for a few reasons why Disability Pride is important. Which resonates most with you? Would you add?

These words fuel us every day at Yes! Access. Because the fight for disability rights is about radically transforming the world. It’s about imagining — and building — a future where disabled people are celebrated. This Disability Pride Month — and every month — we’re committed to transformation.

🚫 No cloaking device for our Disability Pride. Too often, disabled people are only valued when we blend in and do our best to disguise our disability. But plot twist: we’re not here to slip under the radar like a cloaked starship. 🖖 Let's boldly build a future of belonging.

Can I be included in Disability Pride Month? We hear this question a lot. And the answer is simple: Yes. You. Can. Disability Pride Month isn’t just for people who have disabilities. It’s for anyone who cares about building a world where everyone belongs. Who’s with us? 🙌 #YesAccess

No one is able-bodied forever. It’s a truth many avoid thinking about until disability becomes part of their own story - impacting them or someone they love. Statistically, you will likely be disabled (permanently or temporarily) by the time you are 65. What do you want your life to look like?

Are you fiercely proud of your identity as a disabled person? In this quote, Stella Young points out that being “disabled” is something which many are fiercely proud of as part of our identity, how we experience the world, and how we connect to others. ⍰ Where are you on your pride journey?

🌟 The Disability Pride Movement Needs YOU! 🌟 Every voice matters. Every story shapes the future. At Yes! Access, we believe that disability pride is more than a month on the calendar—it’s a powerful, ongoing movement fueled by real people and real stories. We need you here - in the movement.

Let’s Collab for Disability Pride Month—and beyond! Disability Pride Month is here, and at Yes! Access, we know that real change happens when our voices come together. ✨ Do you have a story to tell? ✨ A message to share? ✨ An idea for how we can raise awareness or push for justice together?