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Judith Heumann, who died March 4, spent more than five decades working for the rights of people with disabilities.

Sara Minkara built a career as an advocate for people with disabilities. Learn what she is doing now at the State Department.

Forty years ago a law gave civil rights protections to people with disabilities. But activists fought for those rights with a monthlong sit-in.

“Human rights” can sound like an abstraction, but the work governments do to protect human rights can make the difference between life and death.

In celebration of Human Rights Week, four top diplomats of the U.S. Department of State will participate in a live, interactive webchat.

On August 4 at 17:00 UTC, join us for a webchat on how the Americans with Disabilities Act helped Paralympians and other athletes.

Getting a job with a disability in Haiti can be difficult, especially for women. Learn how one man is empowering them with skills and support.

What would you ask a renowned civil rights activist? Join Judith Heumann, a long-time advocate for disability rights, for a webchat December 3 at 13:00 UTC.

Learn what the U.S. college experience is like from a person with disabilities. Join the discussion with leaders and advocacy groups on Nov. 19.