Education
All disabled people have the right to education on an equal basis with others. The UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD) Article 24 affirms an inclusive education system at all levels. This section covers how that right plays out in practice—from a child’s earliest years through adulthood—and how to claim the supports and accommodations you’re entitled to.
Why This Matters
Section titled “Why This Matters”Education systems were not built with disabled learners in mind, and the gap between what the law promises and what schools deliver is wide. Knowing your rights, the names of the right programs, and how to ask is often what separates a learner who gets support from one who doesn’t. These pages give you the vocabulary and the practical steps for each stage.
Pages in This Section
Section titled “Pages in This Section”Developmental support for infants and toddlers with disabilities or developmental delays, and how to access it early.
The right to education for disabled children, including IEPs, 504 plans, inclusion, and resolving disputes with schools.
Planning the move from school to adult life—post-secondary education, work, and independent living.
Disability rights and accommodations in college and university, including how to register with disability services and self-advocate.
Learning beyond traditional school—community college, trade schools, and other options for adults.
A strategic guide to when, how, and how much to disclose to an educator—and how to ask for what you need.