Film “Us” Portrays People With Disabilities As Evil, Furthering Stigmas – We Should Know Better

Playing two roles in Jordan Peele’s new horror film, Us, Lupita Nyong’o used disability to create the “creepy voice” for Adelaide Wilson’s doppelgänger. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to receive emails from Harlem World Magazine. (You can unsubscribe anytime)Constant Contact…

EmpoweredNYC Launches Listening Tour And Training Series To Help People With Disabilities

EmpoweredNYC, a new collaboration dedicated to enabling New Yorkers with disabilities to build a stronger financial future for themselves and their families, today announced a citywide listening tour to engage with the disability community about their financial well-being. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes,…

Two Bills For People With Disabilities Signed Into Law

Today Mayor Bill de Blasio signed into law Council Members Helen Rosenthal and Ritchie Torres’ legislation to expand access for people with disabilities attending events held by the City and interacting with city agencies. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to…

NDI’s DREAM Project Marks 10 Years Of Inclusive Joy For Children With And Without Disabilities

National Dance Institute (NDI), is the Harlem nonprofit arts education organization that delivers award-winning dance and music programs to thousands of children worldwide. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to receive emails from Harlem World Magazine. (You can unsubscribe anytime)Constant Contact…

Caucus Releases 2024 People’s Budget Framework From Harlem To The Hudson

Under the leadership of Chair Assemblymember Michaelle Solages (D-Nassau County), the members of the Black, Puerto Rican, Hispanic, and Asian Legislative Caucus released the” 2024 People’s Budget”. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to receive emails from Harlem World Magazine. (You…

Benefits For Athletes With Disabilities After Severe Injuries

According to the National Athletic Trainers Association, every year, about 3.5 million athletes in the United States suffer from sports injuries. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to receive emails from Harlem World Magazine. (You can unsubscribe anytime)Constant Contact Use. Please…

Life’s WORC “Celebrate 50” Gala Marks Years Of Service To Neighbors With Intellectual And Developmental Disabilities

Life’s WORC hosted their 50th Anniversary Gala celebrating the hard-working people of the organization and honored Trailblazing Journalist Geraldo Rivera of FOX News, and Life’s WORC Founder Victoria Schneps-Yunis, President & Co-Publisher, Schneps Media. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to receive emails from Harlem World…

EmpoweredNYC Helps New Yorkers With Disabilities Achieve Nearly Half Million Dollars In Savings And Debt Collection

EmpoweredNYC, a collaboration of City agencies and non-profit organizations supported by Citi dedicated to enabling New Yorkers with disabilities to build a stronger financial future for themselves and their families. Become a Harlem Insider! Sign-Up for our Newsletter *Select list(s) to subscribe toHarlem World Magazine Example: Yes, I would like to receive emails from Harlem…