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Strengthening attention and focus Online games often demand sustained attention to detailed environments and rapid feedback. Players must watch moving targets, read text prompts, and react to sudden changes. For individuals with attention challenges, this constant stimulation creates a safe space to practice focus in short bursts. Over time,…

Changing the Face of the Runway Fashion has long held the power to shape ideas of beauty, style, and identity. When people with disabilities walk the runway or appear in brand campaigns, those moments help reshape what the industry celebrates. Visibility sends a message that beauty is diverse—and that…

The Power of Representation on Screen Video games have become more than just entertainment. They offer stories, build communities, and reflect who players are. But for many people with disabilities, that reflection hasn’t always been present. Seeing a character that moves, thinks, or experiences the world like them can…

The Influence of Storytelling in Early Learning Children absorb ideas about the world long before they fully understand them. Stories, especially those found in books, shape how they see others and themselves. When a book includes a character with a disability, it sends a quiet but powerful message: difference…

Challenging Assumptions Through Everyday Presence Influencers with disabilities are changing the way people think about beauty, strength, and visibility. Their presence on platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube helps challenge outdated ideas. When someone scrolls past a post featuring a wheelchair user modeling fashion or a creator with a…