We are going to have our panel discussion on Thursday 12/12 19:00 @NeurIPSConf where everyone is welcome to join us! Our wonderful panelists are: Constantinos @KonstDaskalakis, Kat @kat_heller, Empti @EmtiyazKhan, Hugo @hugo_larochelle, Negar @negar_rz and Hanna @hannawallach !

Beyond Nature: America's Most Unusual Parks This #disability #travel article explores a diverse collection of national and state #parks across the United States that offer unique geological, historical, and artistic attractions beyond traditional natural scenery -

Models of Disability: Types and Definitions Overview of the models of #disability, explaining how each frames the concept of disability and influences societal attitudes, policies, and support systems. https://t.co/5rGI00KI3S

“Prior to this year, there was such a hope that the needle had moved,” a former employee of the Department of Labor who is legally blind said. “Now, I’m looking for employment. Do I even say I’m a person with disabilities?” https://t.co/oA7fOpKtG3

Several articles have been published at @NaturePortfolio/@Nature on mental health deterioration amongst PhD and postdocs,eg https://t.co/fCLNNwT9c1, https://t.co/p0QSwa7dJ7 This has been well known for too long now, which makes the lack of Academia's response even more concerning

A Seat at the Table: Amplifying the Voices of Young People with Disabilities This article presents a compelling call for systemic change to ensure meaningful participation of young people with #disabilities in policy-making and development initiatives. https://t.co/JtnAw3fC6L

#depression is a beast, a huge one During holidays, weekends, days that you're expected to "have fun" it hits hard I'm not sure whether it helps or not, just felt like reminding that no matter how lonely, no matter how low, blue, sad, it is okay, and it will eventually get better

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WTF ?! https://t.co/haIDroPTUo

In my opinion, one of the key points in life, is to acknowledge change and to adapt accordingly. It is okay decaying in some ways, you might find a way in growing along other directions. Just remember to pause, observe, revaluate, proceed #BeKind #KeepCalm

New Year's blues is kind of sota for many people, especially those ones (us) that face mental health challenges I hope that we all find a way to feel some warmth of love and compassion Please, do take care and have faith on the next day #MentalHealthMatters #depression #BeKind

Here's a FREE virtual conference for next year regarding equity in STEM/chemistry called BRIDGES: https://t.co/cKl8xscZqR #DisabledInSTEM

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why my spaniel is my role model

The slides of my NeurIPS lecture "From Diffusion Models to Schrödinger Bridges - Generative Modeling meets Optimal Transport" can be found here:

Please read our statement on the remarks made by Dr. Rosalind Picard at her NeurIPS 2024 invited talk and our commitment to respect, inclusivity, and upholding our values: https://t.co/AsAtriVq5V

Mental and physical health go hand-in-hand I have been in the US for 15 months and so far I've had more than enough #Cancer -, #epilepsy -, #ChronicPain - wise I do can keep on going but I cannot be happy about it #MentalHealthMatters

Posting a call for help: does anyone know of a good way to simultaneously treat both POTS and Ménière’s disease? Please contact me if you’re either a clinician with experience doing this or a patient who has found a good solution. Context in thread

In 2022, I had a major brain surgery, then a stroke & then a second (also major) brain surgery This process,other than long+painful,also costed me brain function that I used to have+enjoy Take home message:there isn't a single skill of yours that it's not to be enjoyed & praised

“I can never #exercise without thinking about my #disability and it can be frustrating for disabled people when a non-#disabled person complains about how they were only able to get to the gym 3 days this week”: https://t.co/FdM0L1FuZ8 by @Sarahlynn358 #ChronicIllness #spoonie

It's time to start organizing the 2025 #DisabledInSTEM Mentorship Program! Feel free to reach out with any questions! Mentee application: https://t.co/WvNyI3qEUA Mentor application: https://t.co/accLa2j1SC