Beyond the Cell: The Case for a “Disability Second Look” in the American Justice System

The United States criminal legal system is currently facing a reckoning regarding its treatment of vulnerable populations. While recent years have seen a growing legislative appetite for "second look" policies—laws…

Legal Limbo: Mexico’s Disability Rights Reforms Face Dangerous Delay

MEXICO CITY – Mexico stands at a critical juncture regarding the civil rights of millions of its citizens. Following a legislative maneuver by the Chamber of Deputies on October 20,…

Redefining Philanthropy: How the Disability Inclusion Fund is Shifting Power to the Grassroots

In the traditional landscape of institutional philanthropy, the relationship between donor and recipient has historically been defined by rigid structures, burdensome reporting requirements, and a top-down approach to decision-making. However,…

Breaking the Silence: How One Princeton Intern’s Journey with Benetech is Reshaping Disability Advocacy

Introduction Every summer, the halls of Benetech—both physical and virtual—are enlivened by the arrival of a student from Princeton University’s prestigious Princeton Internships in Civic Service (PICS) program. This year,…

Redefining Philanthropy: How the Disability Inclusion Fund is Architecting a New Ecosystem of Justice

In the traditional landscape of institutional philanthropy, funding for the disability community has long been defined by a "charity model"—a top-down approach that prioritizes medical research and direct services while…

Beyond the Gavel: The Urgent Case for "Disability Second Look" Sentencing Reform

In the labyrinthine architecture of the American criminal legal system, a pervasive and often invisible barrier consistently undermines the principles of justice: the intersection of disability and incarceration. While the…

Beyond the Check: How Borealis Philanthropy is Redefining Disability Justice Funding

Introduction: A Paradigm Shift in Philanthropy In the landscape of modern social justice, the Disability Inclusion Fund (DIF) at Borealis Philanthropy stands as a radical departure from traditional grantmaking. Since…

Bridging the Justice Gap: The Case for a “Disability Second Look” Statute

In the complex architecture of the American criminal legal system, the concept of a “second look” has emerged as a vital mechanism for correcting the excesses of mass incarceration. While…

Radical Philanthropy: How Borealis Philanthropy’s Disability Inclusion Fund is Redefining Social Justice

In the traditional landscape of institutional philanthropy, the relationship between donor and grantee has historically been defined by strict reporting requirements, project-specific silos, and a power dynamic that often leaves…

“Voting By Mail is My Lifeline”: The Fight for Disability Access in an Era of Restricted Ballots

For millions of Americans, the simple act of casting a ballot is a foundational expression of citizenship. However, for Nick Papadopoulos, a Georgia resident living with cerebral palsy, that act…