Billion Strong Announces the Launch of the Disability Power Index

Loading the Elevenlabs Text to Speech AudioNative Player… Billion Strong today announces the launch of the Disability Power Index — a structured, global framework designed to strengthen disability leadership from within our own ecosystem. Formally introduced in 2026 during a fireside discussion at the United Nations Office at Vienna in collaboration with the Zero Project, […]
Billion Strong Names Steve Tyler as New CEO

Internationally recognized accessibility and innovation leader to guide the next era of global disability empowerment. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJuly 30, 2025 – Rockville, VA – Billion Strong, the global identity, empowerment, and innovation movement for the disability community, is proud to announce Steve Tyler as its new Chief Executive Officer. Steve Tyler, while continuing his impactful […]
Shaping the Future Together: Learning and Growing Through YOUNGA’s Interactive Sessions

By Puneet Singh Singhal If you prefer listening over reading, you can find an audio version of Puneet Singh Singhal’s insightful blog post at the following link: ???? Listen Here As an advocate for disability rights and inclusion, I have always been eager to engage with diverse communities and learn from their experiences. Last year, […]
The Power of Inclusive AI: A Case Study on ChatGPT

By Nabil Eid Curious about how artificial intelligence can be more inclusive and beneficial to society? Check out our audio article at the link below to dive deeper into this compelling topic: ???? Listen Here Introduction Artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to transform the way we live and work, opening up new communication opportunities […]
Benefits and Consequences of AI in the PWD Community

BY JASMIN AMBIONG This article explores both the benefits and potential drawbacks of AI in the PWD community. Listen to the audio version at the following link to learn more about this important issue: ???? Listen Here Since the rollout of ChatGPT by OpenAI in November 2022, Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology has been making noise […]
Shattering the Invisibility: Exposing Human Rights Violations Against Persons with Disabilities

By Puneet Singh Singhal The world has come a long way in recognizing and advocating for the rights of persons with disabilities. Yet, despite advancements in awareness and legislation, human rights violations persist, often shrouded in invisibility. One of the most significant barriers to exposing these injustices is the lack of visibility, particularly in institutions. […]
Empowering the Disability Community Through Collaboration and Innovation: Turning Words Into Action

By Puneet Singh Singhal In a world where conversations about inclusivity and diversity are gaining traction, it is critical that we move beyond simply discussing disability as an abstract concept. Working with people with disabilities and organizations is the key to realizing the disability community’s full potential. In this blog post, we will discuss how […]
Overcoming Adversity and Building Bridges: A Disability Activist’s Journey to Inclusion

By Puneet Singh Singhal My life story is one of resilience, of overcoming poverty, domestic violence, and discrimination, to become an established disability activist and founder of ssstart.org. It’s a journey that has been as challenging as it has been rewarding, one that has shaped my understanding of the world and my place in it. […]
Billion Strong Mourns the Passing of Disability Rights Advocate, Judy Heumann

Billion Strong, a global disability rights organization, is deeply saddened by the passing of Judy Heumann, a trailblazer and leading figure in the disability rights movement. Judy passed away on March 4, 2023, in Washington, D.C. Judy Heumann was a passionate advocate for the inherent dignity of people with disabilities. Her tireless efforts and fierce […]
Join the Movement: The United Nations’ Global Goals for Sustainable Development

In this inspiring video, we are introduced to the United Nations’ Global Goals for Sustainable Development, a 15-year plan to end extreme poverty, fight injustice and inequality, and save our planet from the devastating effects of climate change. The message is clear: we must be the first generation to take bold action and make the […]