A recent report on employment for people with intellectual disabilities shows that the lack of work opportunities is due to systemic barriers not individual limitations. KALW’s Rachel Longan has more.

Living with an intellectual disability like autism or Down syndrome can be a significant challenge for many, especially when it comes to finding a job as an adult. But there's a chain of coffee shops ...

When people talk about diversity and inclusion, they often forget one of the most underrepresented groups in the workforce: individuals with intellectual disabilities. People living with severe autism ...

In the heart of downtown Clemson, South Carolina, the Shepherd Hotel is a community hub buzzing with locals and visitors. Like most hotels, the staff is what makes the difference. But here, the staff ...

David Ellison, left, and Drew Boling plant lettuce pods in Watch Us Farm’s hydroponic sleeves that feed nutrients to the plants. (IBJ photo/Chad Williams) For three years, Max Richey has gone to work ...

From policy to practice: obstacles and opportunities for inclusive employment in California People with IDD want to ...

Sixteen adults with intellectual disabilities spent a day in early November learning to cook lasagna at Maggiano’s Little Italy in Annapolis Mall, an exercise meant to build independence by practicing ...

As we celebrate National Disability Independence Day, we reflect on the strides we have made in fostering an inclusive society and recognize the work still needed to ensure true independence for ...