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.
Quantum Biology: Revolutionizing Future Healthcare - Quantum biology reveals how quantum mechanics operates in living systems, offering breakthrough treatments for age-related diseases and disabilities.
Top 10 Global Causes of Death - Explore the leading causes of death globally based on WHO data. Heart disease, COVID-19, and stroke top the list affecting millions annually.
Political Ideologies: A Guide to the Disability Political Spectrum - Explore major political ideologies from socialism to libertarianism and learn how different philosophies address disability rights and senior welfare issues.
Mediterranean Diet Score: Key to Healthy Aging - Mediterranean diet scoring systems assess adherence to heart-healthy eating patterns that may reduce cognitive decline and physical disability in older adults.
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.
Political Ideologies: A Guide to the Disability Political Spectrum - Explore major political ideologies from socialism to libertarianism and learn how different philosophies address disability rights and senior welfare issues.