For our community, by our community.
Resources
Deaf & Hard of Hearing Community
Organizations supporting Deaf and Hard of Hearing individuals and families — from advocacy and legal rights to youth services and community connection.
National Association of the Deaf The nation's premier civil rights organization for Deaf and Hard of Hearing Americans. Find advocacy resources, legal information, policy updates, and community news.
American Society of Deaf Children Family-centered support for parents and caregivers of Deaf and Hard of Hearing children. Includes resources on education, communication, and raising confident Deaf kids.
Hearing Loss Association of America Peer support, education, and advocacy for people with hearing loss at every stage of life. Local chapters available across the U.S.
The Alexander Graham Bell Association for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Resources for Deaf and Hard of Hearing children and their families, with a focus on listening, spoken language, and educational access.
Hands & Voices A parent-driven organization supporting families of children who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing across all communication choices and approaches — without bias.
Helen Keller Services Specialized services and resources for individuals who are Deaf-Blind, including vocational training, independent living support, and family guidance.
Disability Community & Advocacy
Rights, representation, and resources for people with disabilities — because access to dance starts with access to everything.
ADA.org The official source for information on the Americans with Disabilities Act. Know your rights in public spaces, schools, workplaces, and more.
The American Association of People with Disabilities A national cross-disability organization committed to economic empowerment and political representation for people with disabilities.
Judy Heumann The late Judy Heumann was one of the most influential disability rights activists in U.S. history. Her website and writing remain an essential resource for anyone learning about disability justice.
U.S. Gender and Disability Justice Alliance A coalition working at the intersection of gender and disability rights — ensuring no one is left out of either movement.
Colorado Resources
Local and statewide resources for our Fort Collins families, students, and community members.
Colorado Division for the Deaf, Hard of Hearing and DeafBlind Colorado's state agency connecting Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and DeafBlind individuals to services, interpreters, assistive technology, and community programs.
Colorado School for the Deaf and the Blind A statewide educational resource center serving students who are Deaf, Hard of Hearing, blind, or visually impaired — and a key support hub for families and school districts across Colorado.
Sense Colorado Supporting children and adults who are Deaf-Blind and those with complex communication needs across Colorado — connecting families to specialized services and community.
Rocky Mountain ADA Center Free ADA information, technical assistance, training, and resources for the Rocky Mountain region, including Colorado. Serves individuals, businesses, government agencies, and organizations.
Phamaly Theatre Company Based in Denver, Phamaly is a nationally recognized theatre company featuring artists with disabilities and advancing disability-affirmative performance. Their work is a powerful model of inclusive storytelling and accessible arts education.
New York Resources
Resources for our New York families, students, and community members.
New York School for the Deaf (Fanwood) One of the oldest schools for the Deaf in the U.S., serving students from early childhood through high school in White Plains, NY.
Lexington School for the Deaf A comprehensive educational and support services organization serving Deaf, Hard of Hearing, and DeafBlind children, adults, and families in Queens, NY and across the New York City area. Programs include education, audiology, mental health, vocational, and family support services.
Center for Hearing and Communication NYC-based nonprofit organization providing hearing healthcare, audiology, speech and language services, educational support, and communication resources for people with hearing loss, deafness, and listening challenges of all ages.
Empire State Association of the Deaf Advocacy, community, and resources for Deaf New Yorkers statewide — a strong voice for Deaf rights and representation across New York.
New York State Deaf, DeafBlind and Hard of Hearing Office Statewide resource hub for Deaf, DeafBlind, and Hard of Hearing New Yorkers, including information on services, interpreters, technology, rights, and community support.
Inclusive Dance & Movement
Organizations and spaces pushing dance to be more accessible, more equitable, and more joyful for everyone. These are communities and companies we look to for inspiration.
Kinetic Light A disability-led dance company creating breathtaking large-scale performances. Their work is a powerful reminder of what inclusive choreography can look like at its absolute best.
Freedom Movement Community-centered movement and dance resources rooted in joy, liberation, and access.
Dance Education Equity Association Advocacy and professional resources working toward equity in dance education — for studios, schools, and teaching artists.
For Educators: Accessibility & Adaptation
Teaching dance to students with disabilities is both an art and a practice. These resources are for instructors, teaching artists, and education professionals looking to build more accessible, adaptive, and equitable movement spaces.
Dance Education Equity Association Professional resources and advocacy for dance educators committed to equity in their classrooms and communities.
Disrupting Dance / Whistle While You Work Tools and frameworks for making dance spaces more inclusive — including practical resources for addressing systemic barriers in dance education.
Kinetic Light — Education & Outreach Beyond performance, Kinetic Light offers education programs and resources grounded in disability-led artistry. A model for what's possible in adaptive dance.
Understanding Intersectionality
Accessibility is never one-size-fits-all — identity, culture, gender, race, and disability all shape how people experience the world and the arts. Intersectionality is the framework that helps us understand how those overlapping identities connect. These resources are for anyone in our community who wants to go deeper.
Start Here
Intersectionality Matters Podcast Hosted by Kimberlé Crenshaw, the legal scholar who coined the term. Each episode connects the theory to current events in clear, compelling conversations.
What Is Intersectionality? — Vox A clear, accessible explainer on what intersectionality means and why it matters — a great starting point.
Intersectionality Explained — Global Citizen A short, approachable introduction to intersectionality and its real-world implications.
Go Deeper
UN Women Intersectionality Resource Guide & Toolkit A comprehensive resource for organizations and individuals ready to put intersectional thinking into practice.
Office of Diversity, Equity, and Community Engagement — GWU A curated collection of intersectionality resources from George Washington University's diversity office.
Intersectionality and Health — National Library of Medicine An academic look at how intersectionality applies to health equity and healthcare access — relevant for disability communities.
Language & Reporting on Intersectionality — Columbia Journalism Review How the term "intersectionality" is used (and misused) in media — useful context for anyone creating or consuming content on these topics.
Resources listed here are for informational purposes and are not formally affiliated with Feel the Beat unless noted. This page is regularly updated. Know a resource we should add? Email us