Through the Looking Glass

02/01/2026

01/14/2026

We all wanted to be represented, including having toys that we can relate to. It is great to see that the development of Barbies from diverse disability communities is in partnership with those communities.

Mattel, Inc. unveiled today its first-ever autistic Barbie doll created with guidance from the autistic community to represent common ways autistic people may experience, process, and communicate about the world around them

01/12/2026

If you are in the San Francisco area, check out this opportunity and others from the Disability Cultural Center

01/08/2026

It shouldn’t be a surprise that disabled parents are creative and adaptive, but we continue to surprise ourselves and others with what we are able to  navigate. 

In many ways it made me a better caregiver.

01/06/2026

Marriage often nullifies the government benefits they need to get by.

01/02/2026

Happy New Year!

12/18/2025

Planning for a family is a lot, and for those of with disabilities thinking about how to best set up a nursery or space can require a lot of work. TLG is here to help support creating a space and strategies for caring for your little one We have done research based on families we serve and here are some babycare resources for your consideration. https://lookingglass.org/resource-lists/
Let us know any of your favorites we are missing or reach out to us to help find out what may work for you.
Image description: Illustration of a baby nursery with crib low to the ground, toys, and other baby equipment. Back of baby sitting up next to teddy bear.

12/12/2025

The white rabbit says, "No time to say hello, goodbye”
—donate to Through the Looking Glass before December 31st!

We appreciate all the support we have received so far. It makes such an impact on the families we serve! If you are still looking to make a donation that has a direct impact on those in need, consider donating at https://lookingglass.org/donate/

12/08/2025

Thank you for believing in our work. Thank you for sharing information about us, visiting our website, and a Big Thanks to those who have given a donation.

And there's still time to donate. Visit us at https://lookingglass.org/donate/

12/08/2025

So glad to see love and family mentioned. Having access encompasses all areas of life and with all the important people in our life.

YES!!! Disability is a natural part of the human experience, affecting people of all backgrounds and ages, and is recognized as a normal aspect of human diversity, not a flaw needing to be "fixed," but rather requiring accommodations and support for inclusion, similar to tools everyone uses for daily life. Viewing disability as natural shifts focus from perceived deficits to a person's full humanity, assets, and needs, promoting acceptance and community integration.

12/06/2025

10 things to know about the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) number 3: People with many different kinds of disabilities are protected by the ADA. This includes chronic health conditions (like diabetes) and mental health conditions (like depression.) Read our new fact sheet to learn more: https://adata.org/10-things-ada

12/03/2025

TLG honors the rights of people with disabilities, including the right to have a family. There are still too many misconceptions about the capacity of disabled parents. When we recognize the worth of people with disabilities and raise our expectations,, possibilities emerge. 

Today, on the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, we honor the power, leadership, and autonomy of persons with disabilities around the world.

As Ed Roberts reminded us, the true barriers are not our bodies — they are expectations.
At CIL, we continue fighting for dignity, access, and independence for all.