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Access City Award (ACA) (commission.europa.eu)

Since 2010, ACA rewards the EU cities that are making outstanding efforts to become accessible for persons with disabilities.

Renewed leadership: meet our new governing bodies (edf-feph.org)

The European Disability Forum has elected its new governing bodies for the period 2026 – 2030 during our General Assembly in Limassol. The governing bodies will be led by our new Presidente Gunta...

General Assembly 2026: new governing bodies, equality in Europe (edf-feph.org)

Over 200 participants, representing 94 organisations from 42 countries, gathered in Cyprus and Online, on May 9-10 for our Annual General Assembly. The General Assembly was preceded by the Cypriot...

Building inclusive AI: why persons with disabilities must shape Europe’s digital future (edf-feph.org)

The European Disability Forum (EDF) took part in the Future of Work in the Age of AI Forum on 16 March 2026 in Riga, Latvia. The State Employment Agency of Latvia, ERDA, and the Future of Work...

6 ways the AI Omnibus weakens protections for persons with disabilities (edf-feph.org)

The new ‘Artificial Intelligence (AI) Omnibus’ proposal, agreed in May 2026, rolls back many of the fundamental rights safeguards established by the Artificial Intelligence Act. This will...

Finland’s democratic backsliding continues with cuts to disability rights (edf-feph.org)

The European disability movement is deeply disappointed with the Finnish government’s plans to cut structural funding for organisations of persons with disabilities, completely eliminating...

EU Justice Scoreboard assess accessibility to justice for people with disabilities (edf-feph.org)

The 2026 EU Justice Scoreboard contains new, extended indicators on accessibility to justice for people with disabilities. This is the first time since 2022 that accessibility is considered. The...

European Commission tells countries to pay attention to disability rights (edf-feph.org)

The European Commission released the European Semester Spring Package on 3 June, and disability issues are more present than ever! The European Semester is an annual cycle where the European...

1 year left to adopt European Disability Card national law (edf-feph.org)

On 5 June, there is exactly one year left for the Directive on the European Disability Card and the European Parking Card to become national law in all EU countries! The EU adopted the European...

Council of Europe takes a positive step on autonomy in mental health care (edf-feph.org)

10 organisations, including the European Disability Forum, applaud the adoption of the ‘Recommendation on respect of autonomy in mental health care’ by the Council of Europe on 17 June. Our joint...

No Time to Lose: EU Use of the DAC Disability Marker (edf-feph.org)

We hosted the event launching our report, “No Time to Lose: Assessing European Assistance for Disability Inclusion from 2018 to 2030” on 23 April. The event brought together representatives from...

Interview with MEP Nicolae Ștefănuță “We must defend ambitious social inclusion target” (edf-feph.org)

In this interview, with MEP Nicolae Ștefănuță, who is Vice-President of the European Parliament (EP) and part of the Disability Intergroup, we discussed: building an inclusive European Parliament...

20 Years of the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities: COSP Side Event Highlights the Role of Organisations of Persons with Disabilities (edf-feph.org)

The European Union and the European Disability Forum held a side event at the Conference of States Parties to the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UNCRPD) on 9 June,...

Joint call to the European Commission to advance accessibility in the upcoming AVMSD revision (edf-feph.org)

Download this letter in Word Dear Executive Vice-president Henna Virkkunen, Dear Commissioner Hadja Lahbib, The undersigned European organisations of persons with disabilities, representing more...

EDF Briefing on the AI Omnibus (edf-feph.org)

The European Union adopted the Artificial Intelligence Act (the AI Act) in 2024. This law sets rules for how people design, develop, and use artificial intelligence in the European Union. The aim...

“EU in the world 2025”: EDF report on disability-inclusive EU external action (edf-feph.org)

We just published our third edition of the “EU in the World report”, highlighting EDF’s advocacy and policy work to advance disability inclusion across EU international cooperation, humanitarian...

Report: Persons with disabilities must be included in UN climate negotiations (edf-feph.org)

The European Disability Forum, together with the Disability Climate Caucus, is launching a new report calling for urgent action to embed disability inclusion across global climate policy, finance,...

Best Practices on Disability-Inclusive Climate Action 2026 (edf-feph.org)

This report groups a series of disability-inclusive initiatives in climate action around the world. The European Disability Forum prepared this compilation because climate action projects are often...

EDF feedback to the draft Delegated Act on the Disability Card (edf-feph.org)

EDF feedback to draft Delegated Act on the Disability Card 20260421 (Word) EDF feedback to draft Delegated Act on the Disability Card 20260421 (PDF)

Outcomes of the European Semester 2026 (edf-feph.org)

The European Semester is an annual cycle where the European Commission assesses policy challenges in the 27 Member States and presents recommendations on how to address these. Social policy issues...

Joint statement: Council of Europe takes a positive step on autonomy in mental health care (edf-feph.org)

We applaud the adoption of the Recommendation on respect of autonomy in mental health care by the Council of Europe on the 17th of June. The Recommendation places autonomy, informed consent, and...

Briefing to the UN Committee on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities: Disability issues and priorities at the European level (edf-feph.org)

This briefing aims to inform the independent experts of the United Nations Committee on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities about regional key issues and priorities that directly affect persons...

About Us | IGLYO (iglyo.org)

Learn more about how IGLYO empowers, connects and advocates for LGBTQI young people from Europe and beyond.

Policy recommendations on intersectionality between disability and Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Intersex (LGTBI) (edf-feph.org)

Download Policy recommendations on intersectionality between disability and Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Intersex (LGBTI) in Word (2MB) Download Policy recommendations on...

A Crip and Lesbian Perspective on Disability Rights: New EL*C Research Report - The ELC (lesbiangenius.org)

With this new report, EL*C brings attention to a reality that remains largely invisible in both disability policy and gender equality policy: the lived experiences of LBQ women and nonbinary persons with disabilities in Europe. […]

On disability, barriers and queerness (edf-feph.org)

By Jonathan Elebjörk Wahlström, member of the Executive Committee and representative of the European Federation of Hard of Hearing People I remember my first Pride event. I was 16. I was...

[Webinar Recording] Co-production in Independent Living Research - YouTube (youtube.com)

Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

Frontiers | Disability and other identities?—how do they intersect? (frontiersin.org)

This paper addresses intersectionality and disability in global contexts. Disability as a category of identity is often omitted in rhetoric about intersectio...

Disability FA Cup, Inclusive Schools And Equal Opportunities | Crip Life™ (criplife.substack.com)

Welcome to the June 2026 edition of the Crip Life™ newsletter.

If Cerebral Palsy Doesn’t Progress, Why Do I Feel Different Now? (theuxoflife.substack.com)

I did not grow up feeling limited by fatigue. Adult Cerebral Palsy research helped me understand why that change is real.

The Royal Yacht Britannia, Edinburgh | Wheelchair Accessible Attraction Review (carrieannlightley.com)

Historic ships and wheelchair access don’t always sound like natural companions. But on board The Royal Yacht Britannia, I found thoughtful access, warm staff and a tour full of small, human details. From bridge controls and mess decks to the Royal Deck Tearoom, this is what it felt like to explore Britannia as a wheelchair user.

Royal Philanthropy Shifts Focus as Princess of Wales Champions Inclusive Tourism (streamlinefeed.co.ke)

A personal donation from the Princess of Wales to a disabled youth conquering Ben Nevis highlights the multi-billion-pound potential of accessible outdoor...

The Stories I Couldn’t Find — Guest Post by C. Helen - Despite Pain (despitepain.com)

This guest post by C. Helen is about her own life with chronic pain and introduces her new novel, The Other Side of The Butterfly.

TPT Trailblazers: Joys and challenges of blind and partially sighted marathoners - Thomas Pocklington Trust (pocklington.org.uk)

Read about the experiences of blind and partially sighted marathon runners, the challenges they faced, how they overcame obstacles, and their advice for others.

The trust gap: why AI’s edge cases matter to customer loyalty (abilitynet.org.uk)

AI is no longer something customers encounter occasionally. It is now part of everyday digital life, from chatbots and search results to fraud checks, personalised recommendations and automated

Join the Mid and East Antrim Disability Lived Experience Group (disabilityaction.org)

Disability Action is pleased the share this opportunity from the Mid & East Antrim Borough Council

Uber accused of imposing unfair ‘disability tax’ after $5 hike for Assist users - ABC News (abc.net.au)

Uber has defended slugging riders who require extra assistance with a “disability tax”, amid ongoing criticism over how it treats people with disability.

Wheelchair Accessible Redwoods: Your Guide to the National Park (curbfreewithcorylee.com)

If you’re looking for a wheelchair accessible Redwoods adventure, I can’t recommend this region in Northern California enough.

Will the new COVID-19 antiviral be accessible? - The Sick Times (thesicktimes.org)

In June, the Food and Drug Administration approved the drug Xocova (ensitrelvir) as the very first post-exposure prophylaxis for Sars-CoV-2, and if taken within 72 hours, it could stop a SARS-CoV-2 infection in its tracks. The drug is also being studied as a potential Long COVID treatment and even maybe as a preventative. But how accessible will this drug be?

Want to know what Andy Burnham would do in government? Take a look at his past | Frances Ryan (theguardian.com)

His plan for the country is still vague, but there are clues to what he thinks, on topics from inheritance tax to welfare and social care, says Guardian columnist Frances Ryan

Disability & Shame: The Burden Myth (samantharenkeofficial.substack.com)

Part 1.1 – Taking Up Space in a World That Wasn’t Designed for Us

‘Being disabled made me explore sex in a more radical way’ (telegraph.co.uk)

An inspiring new campaign is trying to reduce societal awkwardness around sex and disabled people. Rebecca Reid reports

Step Away From That Accessible Stall or Meet the Lioness (newmobility.com)

How a Queer Disabled Performance Artist is Bringing an “Erotic, Unapologetic Version of Disability” to the Icelandic Stage - Global Disability News (globaldisabilitynews.org)

For Embla Guðrúnar Ágústsdóttir, a queer, disabled scholar/activist in Iceland, performance art has been a revelation of making connections. Moving away from lectures and speeches, she says, audiences filled with nondisabled people come away from the performance with an understanding that is deeper than language.

FIRST PERSON | My narcolepsy with cataplexy was triggered by feelings. But I couldn’t help feeling love for my daughter | CBC News (cbc.ca)

Geraldine Gruszczyk lives with narcolepsy with cataplexy, a disorder triggered by intense emotions. “The first time my body collapsed from laughter, I thought I was dying,” she recalls.

What are my employer’s obligations after I return from medical leave? (What kind of documentation can the employer ask for when I return from medical leave?) | ADA National Network (adata.org)

Lessons from two years of Every Body Queer (lucywebster.substack.com)

Every Body Queer has been shortlisted for a National Diversity Award!

Deaf Blindness Part 2: Still Not in the Dark (a11ynews.substack.com)

Deaf-blindness gets almost zero coverage in WCAG. Meanwhile, tactile signing, ProTactile, and the Lorm alphabet have existed for over a century. Here’s what I’ve learned since my first post, and why designing for deaf-blind users isn’t as complicated as you think.

Watch — The Ride Ahead (rideaheadfilm.com)

Administration Officer (ONSIDE Evolution) (disabilityaction.org)

Closing Date: Friday 10th June

COSP19: CRPD at 20 — Are we any closer to Independent Living for all? - ENIL (enil.eu)

At the 19th session of the Conference of States Parties to the CRPD, ENIL and GRIP vzw co-organised a side event asking a direct ...

A little update on the Purple Collective – Martyn Sibley (martynsibley.com)

Dementia drug shows promise for long COVID symptoms, Japan-led study finds (mainichi.jp)

TOKYO -- A research team led by the Tokyo Jikei University School of Medicine announced that it has identified part of the mechanism underlying fatigu

Where People Understand - The New Short Doc Highlighting John Ferman’s Legacy (chronicpainpartners.com)

Where People Understand is a 12-minute short documentary about John Ferman, founder of Chronic Pain Partners/EDS Awareness. It traces his lifelong commitment to building community, support, and understanding for people living with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome and related conditions. Summary The average time to get diagnosed with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome is 10-12 years. John Ferman knows this firsthand. His […]

AXSChat Podcast with Orla Pearson, Shani Dhanda and Catherine Grinyer (axschat.com)

With over 25 years’ experience in live captioning, Orla Pearson is Co-Founder of AccessLOOP, the award-winning platform that allows event organisers to add either human or AI captions easily to livestreamed, hybrid, or in-room events, helping make accessibility effortless and

Hidden Disabilities Scrutinised as Passenger Faces Airport Humiliation (streamlinefeed.co.ke)

A 23-year-old passenger with multiple chronic illnesses was publicly humiliated when Liverpool Airport security staff rejected her hidden disability...

Beyond 6 Seconds: Neurodiversity stories from neurodivergent people: How ADHD Shaped a Career in Cancer Research and Health Equity – with Eugene Manley (beyond6seconds.com)

Dr. Eugene Manley Jr. is a cancer scientist, health equity leader, and longtime patient advocate working at the intersection of biomedical sciences, cancer care, AI ethics, and leadership. As a Black healthcare advocate and founder of SCHEQ (STEMM* & Cancer Health Equity), a nonprofit focused on cancer health equity, Eugene runs an annual lung cancer summit that brings together patients, clinicians, researchers, and industry to co-create solutions to disparities in screening, diagnosis, and treatment. Eugene has ADHD, which didn’t get diagnosed until he was in graduate school. *STEMM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, and Medicine. Content note: This episode discusses medical/healthcare trauma and physical injuries. During this episode, you will hear Eugene talk about: Discovering his ADHD later in life, and how ADHD shaped him as a person How his academic interests, education and career experiences led him to start his nonprofit The impact of a recent traumatic experience he had as a patient in the healthcare system How SCHEQ helps people understand their rights and options in healthcare settings Learn more about Eugene’s work at . Support or sponsor this podcast: Watch the video of this interview on YouTube: Read the episode transcript: Follow the Beyond 6 Seconds podcast in your favorite podcast player: Subscribe to the FREE Beyond 6 Seconds newsletter for early access to new episodes: *Disclaimer: The views, guidance, opinions, and thoughts expressed in Beyond 6 Seconds episodes are solely mine and/or those of my guests, and do not necessarily represent those of my employer or other organizations. These episodes are for informational purposes only and do not substitute for professional medical advice. Consult a medical professional or healthcare provider if you are seeking medical advice, diagnoses, or treatment.*

A Wheelchair Accessible Fort Wayne, Indiana Travel Guide (curbfreewithcorylee.com)

There is no shortage of fun things to do in wheelchair accessible Fort Wayne and it is sure to be one of your favorite Midwest destinations.

Sandy Halperin Perseverance Award (invisibledisabilities.org)

Alexander “Sandy” Halperin received the “Invisible No More” Perseverance Award because he uses his public speaking and advocacy to support others while personally living with dementia and numerous other invisible disabilities for many decades.

Eric Beach Invisible Heroes Award (invisibledisabilities.org)

Eric Beach received the Invisible Heroes Award because he uses his passion for cycling and sport to bring healing to veterans while battling PTSD and trauma.

Nicole Pedra Inspiration Award (invisibledisabilities.org)

Nicole Pedra received the “But You LOOK Good” Inspiration Award because she bravely shares her journey with multiple sclerosis as an advocate, model, and actress to bring community and hope to others facing invisible disabilities.

Expanding opportunities for persons with disabilities to participate in sport (disabilityinsider.com)

Expanding opportunities for persons with disabilities to participate in sport

Multiple sclerosis impacts daily life beyond physical symptoms: Study (disabilityinsider.com)

Multiple sclerosis (MS) can have a substantial impact on many aspects of life beyond physical health, with 51% of people reporting that the disease affects their social life and 48% reporting that it affects their work, according to new research presented at the European Academy of Neurology (EAN) Congress 2026.

Africa CDC, WHO launch unified platform to support Ebola response (trtafrika.com)

The Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) announced the launch of a new platform on Sunday to support continental health emergency an Ebola crisis in the region.

An insight into deafblindness through art, literature (macaupostdaily.com)

Appeal for disability arts memories to help preserve history of a ‘cultural phenomenon’ (disabilitynewsservice.com)

A new project is calling for people with memories and experiences of the disability arts movement to help preserve its history, with artists saying it will recognise the “vital role” the “cultural …

Determination Debrief (open.substack.com)

June 2026 Edition

Before You Help, Ask (open.substack.com)

Good intentions aren’t enough. Respect starts by listening to the answer.

Parliament has been getting frosty as winter closes in – but Labor may make one more gamble before the break (theguardian.com)

As Labor pushes on with reforms, the Coalition must decide whether to join in the parliamentary deal-making

3D Printed Wheelchairs: Cheaper, Faster, More Accessible (assistivetechnologyblog.com)

A hospital tech specialist 3D printed a wheelchair for $150 instead of $1,200+. Here’s why open-source designs could transform care worldwide.

“Where People Understand”– Die neue Dokumentation über EDS Awareness/Chronic Pain Partners John Ferman - Karina Sturm (karina-sturm.com)

Where People Understand (deutsch: Wo man verstanden wird) ist ein 12-minütiger Dokumentarfilm über John Ferman, den Gründer von Chronic Pain Partners/EDS Awareness. Ein Leben lang unterstützt John Ferman Menschen mit Ehlers-Danlos-Syndrom und komorbiden Erkrankungen, und baut US-weit dutzende Supportgruppen mit auf.

First In, Last Out: (communicationfirst.org)

What to Know & Why to Care About Olmstead & the DOJ Memo

Michigan Couple Are Charged With Murder After Death of Morbidly Obese Son (nytimes.com)

Seven-year-old Casper O’Brien weighed 255 pounds when he died last year. Prosecutors said he was bedridden and subsisted on little more than snack foods.

Three ways climate action can be more inclusive for 1.3 billion disabled people (phys.org)

Imagine a global political summit that shapes the future of our planet, where one of the most populous countries in the world does not have a voice. This may seem unlikely, but currently 1.3 billion disabled ...

The effects of remote work on the disability employment gap (aeaweb.org)

A rise in work from home explains most of the postpandemic gain in full-time employment among people with physical disabilities.

If a Lyme disease vaccine gets approved, how would it go over? We asked hunters (npr.org)

Drugmakers are working on a potential new shot to prevent the tick-borne illness. How might it fare in the era of vaccine skepticism?

US court rejects EPA bid to ease regulations for coal-fired power plants (reuters.com)

A U.S. federal appeals court on Friday ​rejected the Environmental Protection Agency’s bid to withdraw Biden-era limits on soot ‌pollution from coal-fired power plants and factories, in a setback for the Trump administration’s deregulatory efforts.

Expanding HIV diagnostics is the key to ending the epidemic (humanrightscampaign.substack.com)

Everything starts with that first test. Not as an ending, but as an opening: to options, to treatment, to prevention, to dignity.

Parents, Navigate Adapted Physical Education, IEPs, and 504 Plans - PAVE (wapave.org)

Physical Education (PE) is part of school for all students and may be particularly important for your student with a disability. What are the ways in which PE (general curriculum Read More

COMIC: How excessive heat kills and how to stay safe (npr.org)

Human bodies have a natural cooling system, but it can do only so much in high temperatures and humidity. Here’s the science behind how heat kills. And how to protect yourself.

Why Consent Means More Than ‘Yes’ or ‘No’ When We Talk About Disability - Everyday Feminism (everydayfeminism.com)

When it comes to consent, you might think of slogans like “no means no” and even “only yes means yes.” But have you thought about how those messages change when you include people with disabilities in the conversation?

Disability Reddit Got Me Feeling Some Kinda Way… (youtube.com)

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Ending respiratory infections (blog.interceptfund.com)

Introducing Intercept, a $500M bet to make respiratory infections like colds and flu a thing of the past.

Post 47: PLEASE WATCH + SHARE: Important Disability Policy Alert ⚖️ (gaelynnlea.substack.com)

I talk about the Olmstead memo (and give you links to follow up) and why disabled people need you to care about disability rights. Also a fun video: I was on That Show with That Midwestern Mom!

AccessFest Canada: How Pop Culture Is Finally Showcasing Disabled Perspectives - Global Disability News (globaldisabilitynews.org)

Since I was a child, pop culture has been an integral part of my life and identity. My mother shared her passion through her record collection, and she took me to my first movie at three and to my first ballet at four. To the annoyance of other guests, she also introduced me to audio description during those events. To her, it was crucial to make culture accessible to me.

I worked in homeless services for years. It didn’t help me find accessible housing when I got Long COVID. - The Sick Times (thesicktimes.org)

The 1988 amendments to the Fair Housing Act were supposed to address inaccessibility in housing by requiring buildings constructed after 1991 to meet certain accessibility requirements. In practice, however, less than 1% of the nation’s housing stock was fully wheelchair accessible as of 2022, most of it financially out of reach to people with disabilities, who often cannot afford the high prices.

Improving labour market inclusion - reforming state aid - ENIL (enil.eu)

How can the inclusion of disabled people into the open labour market be improved? ENIL has undertaken research to identify examples of promising practice. ...

Planning for the future as an AAC user | Beth Moulam (bethmoulam.com)

Early in 2026, I was shocked to learn of the events surrounding support for Lucinda Ritchie (BBC, 2026), who lives in Sussex. It was upsetting to read her story. Lucinda had been in hospital, and the NHS had decided that rather than allowing her to return to her own home, she would be placed in […]

News Roundup: Wheelchair Accessible Flying Fox, FAST Wheelchair Repair and more (wheelchairtravel.org)

Accessible travel and disability news from around the world, including a new wheelchair accessible zip line in Australia, a law to ensure faster wheelchair repairs and more.

Accusations of faking cancer are as hurtful as cancer fakers - Carly Findlay (carlyfindlay.com.au)

I’ve seen some chatter on Threads about a cancer faker. Ugh. What a low act. I also wrote extensively on cancer faker Belle Gibson and Apple Cider Vinegar. Accusations of faking cancer are as hurtful as cancer fakers. When I was diagnosed with Ovarian & Endometrial Cancer, and knowing that I’m a public figure I

The Trump Administration Wants to Reinterpret the Law Protecting Disabled Americans From Institutionalization – Cripple Media (cripplemedia.com)

Willowbrook State School & Judge Rotenberg Center: Legacies of Institutional Abuse (uptonrebecca.substack.com)

Content warning: severe abuse and neglect of disabled people, including disabled children

They Lost Limbs at War, but It Was the Start of Something New (nytimes.com)

As the number of amputees in Ukraine soars, many are bonding by learning new sports, challenging both their bodies and their ideas of what they can do.

Two year cancerversary – here’s what I’ve learnt about survivorship - Carly Findlay (carlyfindlay.com.au)

Today is two years since I had a full uterectomy and entered early menopause, and was diagnosed with Ovarian and Endometrial Cancer. It was a lot to get used to all at once, especially while recovering from major surgery. And treatment was really, really hard - particularly chemotherapy. I still have residual side effects (hello

Deaf Football Champion Rylan Casey Targets Back-To-Back Disability FA Cup Success With St. John’s DFC | Crip Life™ (criplife.co.uk)

Deaf footballer Rylan Casey talks about his journey, preparing for the Disability FA Cup final and his ambition to inspire the next generation.

Casting call for amputees - Finding your Feet (findingyourfeet.net)

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‘Autonomous urbanism’ at the MOVE 2026 conference – Bus Users (bususers.org)

Barclay Davies shares his thoughts on MOVE 2026 which brings together the global decision makers shaping the future of mobility We are increasingly seeing trials of autonomous vehicles in the UK...

Buried Menus, Broken Toggles: The 7-Point Accessibility Gap of Synchronized Media | Section 508 Trusted Tester Study Group Session 10 (a11ynews.substack.com)

A practical breakdown of Live vs. Pre-recorded standards and the specific UI requirements for media players

The Little Bargains of Living with long COVID (open.substack.com)

DVL Padma Priya on living with Long COVID and the importance of improving its media coverage

Web Accessibility Books – Web Axe (webaxe.org)

(37) Beyond the Checklist: Why Digital Accessibility is an Ethical Imperative | LinkedIn (linkedin.com)

An Interview with Lainey Feingold Digital accessibility is often framed as a technical hurdle or a legal box to check. But for disability rights lawyer and author Lainey Feingold, it is something much deeper: a fundamental ethical choice.

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Why are there so few accessibility complaints from users? - Metamatrix (metamatrix.se)

Most websites and apps still have considerable accessibility problems. Yet customer support staff usually receive only a few complaints related to these obstacles. Why is that? Is accessibility overrated?

Chad Gowler | State of the Browser 14 (2026.stateofthebrowser.com)

Chad is a user researcher and accessibility advocate based in Sheffield in the UK. They have been working in tech for over a decade as a developer, user researcher and accessibility consultant. They do talks on inclusive design for transgender people, the importance of user research and most recently on using game design to improve accessibility awareness training. In their spare time you can find them curled up on an armchair with their two cats reading about social justice or playing JRPGs on their PS5.

Building the most inaccessible site possible with a perfect Lighthouse score - Manuel Matuzovic (matuzo.at)

An experiment that proves that automatic accessibility testing is only a first step and that manual testing is vital.

Well, I Didn’t See That Coming! with KARDO AYOUB — SmashingConf Freiburg 2025 - YouTube (youtube.com)

Join us for a fun, light-hearted, and eye-opening (pun intended!) j...

Overview of Digital Accessibility Technologies | Vale.Rocks (vale.rocks)

No bodging here. None at all. Nope.

Handy (handy.computer)

Handy is a cross platform, open-source, speech-to-text application for your computer

I find myself hosting these hot-topic workshops on a hot day in Leeds today. (sirrobinmillar.substack.com)

Chicago’s Sidewalks Aren’t Accessible for People With Mobility Challenges, Lawsuit Argues. The City Wants the Case Dismissed | Chicago News | WTTW (news.wttw.com)

A federal judge ruled in a class action lawsuit that Chicago’s failure to make its signalized crosswalks accessible to blind and low-vision pedestrians violated the Americans With Disabilities Act and Rehabilitation Act. Now it’s under a court-appointed monitor ensuring Chicago complies with a plan to fix the problem.

Access Denied (kgw.com)

KGW is the NBC TV affiliate in Portland, Oregon, delivering the latest news, weather, traffic and sports for Oregon and SW Washington on TV, online at kgw.com and on mobile via the free KGW News app: on.kgw.com/app Check our channel every Friday for a new Oregon adventure from Grant’s Getaways. Every week, look for a new in-depth political discussion on Straight Talk with Stephanie Domurat. And every day you can get headlines on demand with the Top Stories from our newscasts!

Supreme Court allows Voting Rights Act ruling in Arkansas : NPR (npr.org)

The Supreme Court has left in place a ruling that strikes down a key tool for enforcing Voting Rights Act protections for voters with a disability or an inability to read or write in seven states.

Fifty for 150: Gang of 19 in 1978 makes Colorado a center of disability rights activism | Colorado Newsline (coloradonewsline.com)

DOJ opinion raises concerns about future of community living for people with disabilities | Oak Lawn, IL Patch (patch.com)

St. Coletta’s CEO urges families and advocates to stay informed and speak out

Disability Rights Iowa responds to new Supreme Court Memo | decorahnews.com “Individuals with disabilities have the same rights of inclusion today as they did yesterday,” the organization said. (decorahnews.com)

“Individuals with disabilities have the same rights of inclusion today as they did yesterday,” the organization said.

The Americans Trump Would Rather Not See (thebulwark.com)

There are some uncomfortably eugenicist vibes in Trump’s latest disability policy, which authorizes states to institutionalize more Americans.

‘Institutions are not magical’: Trump DOJ memo that could erode disability rights prompts concern from advocates (msindy.org)

As a patient at Georgia Regional Hospital, a mental health facility in Atlanta, Elaine Wilson felt trapped.

MDA pushes back on DOJ memorandum about disability care (musculardystrophynews.com)

MDA criticized a DOJ memorandum on disability care, saying it threatens in-home and community-based services for people with disabilities.

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[Update] Disability rights advocates cry foul over DOJ opinion breaking with Olmstead decision - McKnights Home Care (mcknightshomecare.com)

Advocates for the disabled and elderly are sounding the alarm after the Justice Department issued a legal opinion that argues that states do not have to provide home- and community-based services to people with disabilities.

Children Need Congress to Preserve the Promise of Olmstead | First Focus on Children (firstfocus.org)

Children Need Congress and the Administration to Preserve the Promise of Olmstead For more than a quarter century, the Supreme Court’s decision in

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Statement: DOJ Memo Is Attempting to Turn Back the Clock on Integration and Olmstead’s Promise (mailchi.mp)

Stephen Miller Said to Drive DOJ Memo Eroding Disability Rights (news.bloomberglaw.com)

White House adviser Stephen Miller was the driving force behind the Justice Department’s recent memo authorizing states to institutionalize people with disabilities rather than fund community-based care, said people briefed on the situation.

Could early education bring down rising costs to serve California students with disabilities? | EdSource (edsource.org)

5 Accessible Getaways That Make Exploring Easier (aarp.org)

These cities stand out for wheelchair-friendly transit, cultural attractions and hotels that help visitors explore confidently without needing a car.

Well, I Didn’t See That Coming! with KARDO AYOUB — SmashingConf Freiburg 2025 - YouTube (youtube.com)

Join us for a fun, light-hearted, and eye-opening (pun intended!) j...

Overview of Digital Accessibility Technologies | Vale.Rocks (vale.rocks)

No bodging here. None at all. Nope.

Handy (handy.computer)

Handy is a cross platform, open-source, speech-to-text application for your computer

I find myself hosting these hot-topic workshops on a hot day in Leeds today. (sirrobinmillar.substack.com)

Chicago’s Sidewalks Aren’t Accessible for People With Mobility Challenges, Lawsuit Argues. The City Wants the Case Dismissed | Chicago News | WTTW (news.wttw.com)

A federal judge ruled in a class action lawsuit that Chicago’s failure to make its signalized crosswalks accessible to blind and low-vision pedestrians violated the Americans With Disabilities Act and Rehabilitation Act. Now it’s under a court-appointed monitor ensuring Chicago complies with a plan to fix the problem.

Access Denied (kgw.com)

KGW is the NBC TV affiliate in Portland, Oregon, delivering the latest news, weather, traffic and sports for Oregon and SW Washington on TV, online at kgw.com and on mobile via the free KGW News app: on.kgw.com/app Check our channel every Friday for a new Oregon adventure from Grant’s Getaways. Every week, look for a new in-depth political discussion on Straight Talk with Stephanie Domurat. And every day you can get headlines on demand with the Top Stories from our newscasts!

‘It isn’t right’: Woman with ADHD and autism claims she was directed away from accessibility queue at Manchester Airport - Manchester Evening News (manchestereveningnews.co.uk)

Ellie Middleton was on her way to fly to Pula, Croatia where she experienced difficulties at the Manchester Airport security

Supreme Court allows Voting Rights Act ruling in Arkansas : NPR (npr.org)

The Supreme Court has left in place a ruling that strikes down a key tool for enforcing Voting Rights Act protections for voters with a disability or an inability to read or write in seven states.

Fifty for 150: Gang of 19 in 1978 makes Colorado a center of disability rights activism | Colorado Newsline (coloradonewsline.com)

DOJ opinion raises concerns about future of community living for people with disabilities | Oak Lawn, IL Patch (patch.com)

St. Coletta’s CEO urges families and advocates to stay informed and speak out

Disability Rights Iowa responds to new Supreme Court Memo | decorahnews.com “Individuals with disabilities have the same rights of inclusion today as they did yesterday,” the organization said. (decorahnews.com)

“Individuals with disabilities have the same rights of inclusion today as they did yesterday,” the organization said.

When AI Goes Awry in the Workplace: Lessons from the Lawyers Who Were Sanctioned for Fake Citations - Hum Law Firm - Employment Lawyers Toronto (thehumlawfirm.ca)

Artificial Intelligence has quickly evolved. However, use of AI tools in the workplace can have profound consequences.

The Americans Trump Would Rather Not See (thebulwark.com)

There are some uncomfortably eugenicist vibes in Trump’s latest disability policy, which authorizes states to institutionalize more Americans.

‘Institutions are not magical’: Trump DOJ memo that could erode disability rights prompts concern from advocates (msindy.org)

As a patient at Georgia Regional Hospital, a mental health facility in Atlanta, Elaine Wilson felt trapped.

MDA pushes back on DOJ memorandum about disability care (musculardystrophynews.com)

MDA criticized a DOJ memorandum on disability care, saying it threatens in-home and community-based services for people with disabilities.

www.senatedems.ct.gov (senatedems.ct.gov)

[Update] Disability rights advocates cry foul over DOJ opinion breaking with Olmstead decision - McKnights Home Care (mcknightshomecare.com)

Advocates for the disabled and elderly are sounding the alarm after the Justice Department issued a legal opinion that argues that states do not have to provide home- and community-based services to people with disabilities.

Children Need Congress to Preserve the Promise of Olmstead | First Focus on Children (firstfocus.org)

Children Need Congress and the Administration to Preserve the Promise of Olmstead For more than a quarter century, the Supreme Court’s decision in

dl (justice.gov)

Statement: DOJ Memo Is Attempting to Turn Back the Clock on Integration and Olmstead’s Promise (mailchi.mp)

Stephen Miller Said to Drive DOJ Memo Eroding Disability Rights (news.bloomberglaw.com)

White House adviser Stephen Miller was the driving force behind the Justice Department’s recent memo authorizing states to institutionalize people with disabilities rather than fund community-based care, said people briefed on the situation.

Could early education bring down rising costs to serve California students with disabilities? | EdSource (edsource.org)

New Medicaid work requirements include a trap | STAT (statnews.com)

Medicaid’s new work requirements could force disabled people to choose between work and care.

Friendship Circle’s Health Ambassadors advocate for accessibility across Pittsburgh | The Pittsburgh Jewish Chronicle (jewishchronicle.timesofisrael.com)

“There’s a saying in the disability community — ‘nothing about us without us.’”

Well, I Didn’t See That Coming! with KARDO AYOUB — SmashingConf Freiburg 2025 - YouTube (youtube.com)

Join us for a fun, light-hearted, and eye-opening (pun intended!) j...

Overview of Digital Accessibility Technologies | Vale.Rocks (vale.rocks)

No bodging here. None at all. Nope.

Handy (handy.computer)

Handy is a cross platform, open-source, speech-to-text application for your computer

I find myself hosting these hot-topic workshops on a hot day in Leeds today. (sirrobinmillar.substack.com)

Chicago’s Sidewalks Aren’t Accessible for People With Mobility Challenges, Lawsuit Argues. The City Wants the Case Dismissed | Chicago News | WTTW (news.wttw.com)

A federal judge ruled in a class action lawsuit that Chicago’s failure to make its signalized crosswalks accessible to blind and low-vision pedestrians violated the Americans With Disabilities Act and Rehabilitation Act. Now it’s under a court-appointed monitor ensuring Chicago complies with a plan to fix the problem.

Access Denied (kgw.com)

KGW is the NBC TV affiliate in Portland, Oregon, delivering the latest news, weather, traffic and sports for Oregon and SW Washington on TV, online at kgw.com and on mobile via the free KGW News app: on.kgw.com/app Check our channel every Friday for a new Oregon adventure from Grant’s Getaways. Every week, look for a new in-depth political discussion on Straight Talk with Stephanie Domurat. And every day you can get headlines on demand with the Top Stories from our newscasts!

Wolverine PS5 Will Win Awards for These Outstanding Accessibility and Difficulty Options | Push Square (pushsquare.com)

She Was Physically Unable to Use Her Light Switches. Smart Switches Gave Her Convenience and Control. | Reviews by Wirecutter (nytimes.com)

A Wirecutter editor with a disability needed a way to control her home’s lighting. A few smart devices made it possible and convenient.

Supreme Court allows Voting Rights Act ruling in Arkansas : NPR (npr.org)

The Supreme Court has left in place a ruling that strikes down a key tool for enforcing Voting Rights Act protections for voters with a disability or an inability to read or write in seven states.

Fifty for 150: Gang of 19 in 1978 makes Colorado a center of disability rights activism | Colorado Newsline (coloradonewsline.com)

DOJ opinion raises concerns about future of community living for people with disabilities | Oak Lawn, IL Patch (patch.com)

St. Coletta’s CEO urges families and advocates to stay informed and speak out

Disability Rights Iowa responds to new Supreme Court Memo | decorahnews.com “Individuals with disabilities have the same rights of inclusion today as they did yesterday,” the organization said. (decorahnews.com)

“Individuals with disabilities have the same rights of inclusion today as they did yesterday,” the organization said.

Meta Smart Glasses Aim To Improve Accessibility At Helen Keller Birthplace | June 22, 2026 | News 19 at 5 p.m. – WHNT.com (whnt.com)

Visitors who are visually impaired may soon have an easier time navigating the Helen Keller birthplace thanks to new assistive technology.

The Americans Trump Would Rather Not See (thebulwark.com)

There are some uncomfortably eugenicist vibes in Trump’s latest disability policy, which authorizes states to institutionalize more Americans.

‘Institutions are not magical’: Trump DOJ memo that could erode disability rights prompts concern from advocates (msindy.org)

As a patient at Georgia Regional Hospital, a mental health facility in Atlanta, Elaine Wilson felt trapped.

MDA pushes back on DOJ memorandum about disability care (musculardystrophynews.com)

MDA criticized a DOJ memorandum on disability care, saying it threatens in-home and community-based services for people with disabilities.

www.senatedems.ct.gov (senatedems.ct.gov)

[Update] Disability rights advocates cry foul over DOJ opinion breaking with Olmstead decision - McKnights Home Care (mcknightshomecare.com)

Advocates for the disabled and elderly are sounding the alarm after the Justice Department issued a legal opinion that argues that states do not have to provide home- and community-based services to people with disabilities.

Children Need Congress to Preserve the Promise of Olmstead | First Focus on Children (firstfocus.org)

Children Need Congress and the Administration to Preserve the Promise of Olmstead For more than a quarter century, the Supreme Court’s decision in

dl (justice.gov)

Statement: DOJ Memo Is Attempting to Turn Back the Clock on Integration and Olmstead’s Promise (mailchi.mp)

Stephen Miller Said to Drive DOJ Memo Eroding Disability Rights (news.bloomberglaw.com)

White House adviser Stephen Miller was the driving force behind the Justice Department’s recent memo authorizing states to institutionalize people with disabilities rather than fund community-based care, said people briefed on the situation.

Could early education bring down rising costs to serve California students with disabilities? | EdSource (edsource.org)

New Medicaid work requirements include a trap | STAT (statnews.com)

Medicaid’s new work requirements could force disabled people to choose between work and care.

Friendship Circle’s Health Ambassadors advocate for accessibility across Pittsburgh | The Pittsburgh Jewish Chronicle (jewishchronicle.timesofisrael.com)

“There’s a saying in the disability community — ‘nothing about us without us.’”

Overview of Digital Accessibility Technologies | Vale.Rocks (vale.rocks)

No bodging here. None at all. Nope.

Handy (handy.computer)

Handy is a cross platform, open-source, speech-to-text application for your computer

I find myself hosting these hot-topic workshops on a hot day in Leeds today. (sirrobinmillar.substack.com)

Chicago’s Sidewalks Aren’t Accessible for People With Mobility Challenges, Lawsuit Argues. The City Wants the Case Dismissed | Chicago News | WTTW (news.wttw.com)

A federal judge ruled in a class action lawsuit that Chicago’s failure to make its signalized crosswalks accessible to blind and low-vision pedestrians violated the Americans With Disabilities Act and Rehabilitation Act. Now it’s under a court-appointed monitor ensuring Chicago complies with a plan to fix the problem.

Access Denied (kgw.com)

KGW is the NBC TV affiliate in Portland, Oregon, delivering the latest news, weather, traffic and sports for Oregon and SW Washington on TV, online at kgw.com and on mobile via the free KGW News app: on.kgw.com/app Check our channel every Friday for a new Oregon adventure from Grant’s Getaways. Every week, look for a new in-depth political discussion on Straight Talk with Stephanie Domurat. And every day you can get headlines on demand with the Top Stories from our newscasts!

Telefónica provides immersive and accessible technology for the new museum space in Bermeo - Telefónica (telefonica.com)

• The company is providing connectivity, equipment and digital content for the new museum dedicated to Bermeo’s local traditions, a project spearheaded by the town council. • The project combines technological innovation, accessibility and the digitisation of cultural heritage.

Supreme Court allows Voting Rights Act ruling in Arkansas : NPR (npr.org)

The Supreme Court has left in place a ruling that strikes down a key tool for enforcing Voting Rights Act protections for voters with a disability or an inability to read or write in seven states.

Fifty for 150: Gang of 19 in 1978 makes Colorado a center of disability rights activism | Colorado Newsline (coloradonewsline.com)

DOJ opinion raises concerns about future of community living for people with disabilities | Oak Lawn, IL Patch (patch.com)

St. Coletta’s CEO urges families and advocates to stay informed and speak out

Disability Rights Iowa responds to new Supreme Court Memo | decorahnews.com “Individuals with disabilities have the same rights of inclusion today as they did yesterday,” the organization said. (decorahnews.com)

“Individuals with disabilities have the same rights of inclusion today as they did yesterday,” the organization said.

Lakewood launches redesigned website focused on accessibility - cleveland.com (cleveland.com)

The Americans Trump Would Rather Not See (thebulwark.com)

There are some uncomfortably eugenicist vibes in Trump’s latest disability policy, which authorizes states to institutionalize more Americans.

‘Institutions are not magical’: Trump DOJ memo that could erode disability rights prompts concern from advocates (msindy.org)

As a patient at Georgia Regional Hospital, a mental health facility in Atlanta, Elaine Wilson felt trapped.

MDA pushes back on DOJ memorandum about disability care (musculardystrophynews.com)

MDA criticized a DOJ memorandum on disability care, saying it threatens in-home and community-based services for people with disabilities.

www.senatedems.ct.gov (senatedems.ct.gov)

Winners of 2026 Accessibility Impact Awards Announced | Government of Northwest Territories (gov.nt.ca)

[Update] Disability rights advocates cry foul over DOJ opinion breaking with Olmstead decision - McKnights Home Care (mcknightshomecare.com)

Advocates for the disabled and elderly are sounding the alarm after the Justice Department issued a legal opinion that argues that states do not have to provide home- and community-based services to people with disabilities.

Children Need Congress to Preserve the Promise of Olmstead | First Focus on Children (firstfocus.org)

Children Need Congress and the Administration to Preserve the Promise of Olmstead For more than a quarter century, the Supreme Court’s decision in

Web Accessibility Books – Web Axe (webaxe.org)

dl (justice.gov)

Statement: DOJ Memo Is Attempting to Turn Back the Clock on Integration and Olmstead’s Promise (mailchi.mp)

Stephen Miller Said to Drive DOJ Memo Eroding Disability Rights (news.bloomberglaw.com)

White House adviser Stephen Miller was the driving force behind the Justice Department’s recent memo authorizing states to institutionalize people with disabilities rather than fund community-based care, said people briefed on the situation.

Could early education bring down rising costs to serve California students with disabilities? | EdSource (edsource.org)

New Medicaid work requirements include a trap | STAT (statnews.com)

Medicaid’s new work requirements could force disabled people to choose between work and care.

Friendship Circle’s Health Ambassadors advocate for accessibility across Pittsburgh | The Pittsburgh Jewish Chronicle (jewishchronicle.timesofisrael.com)

“There’s a saying in the disability community — ‘nothing about us without us.’”

DOJ opinion raises concerns about future of community living for people with disabilities | Oak Lawn, IL Patch (patch.com)

St. Coletta’s CEO urges families and advocates to stay informed and speak out

Disability Rights Iowa responds to new Supreme Court Memo | decorahnews.com “Individuals with disabilities have the same rights of inclusion today as they did yesterday,” the organization said. (decorahnews.com)

“Individuals with disabilities have the same rights of inclusion today as they did yesterday,” the organization said.

Illinois Supreme Court Hires First Title II ADA Compliance Attorney | Illinois State Bar Association (isba.org)

Chad Gowler | State of the Browser 14 (2026.stateofthebrowser.com)

Chad is a user researcher and accessibility advocate based in Sheffield in the UK. They have been working in tech for over a decade as a developer, user researcher and accessibility consultant. They do talks on inclusive design for transgender people, the importance of user research and most recently on using game design to improve accessibility awareness training. In their spare time you can find them curled up on an armchair with their two cats reading about social justice or playing JRPGs on their PS5.

Northwestern Tech Helps Power Apple Vision Pro Wheelchair-Control Feature | News | Northwestern Engineering (mccormick.northwestern.edu)

Apple unveiled a new Vision Pro accessibility feature that allows users to control powered wheelchairs using only their eyes, and technology developed by Professor Brenna Argall helps make it possible.

Office for Civil Rights Compliance and Prevention Education recognizes S.B. Chandler, digital accessibility officer | Virginia Tech News | Virginia Tech (news.vt.edu)

Chandler executes a campuswide digital accessibility compliance program, providing leadership, compliance oversight, and overall coordination of the university’s efforts in evaluating and recommending accessibility policies, procedures, and best practices.

Well, I Didn’t See That Coming! with KARDO AYOUB — SmashingConf Freiburg 2025 - YouTube (youtube.com)

Join us for a fun, light-hearted, and eye-opening (pun intended!) j...

The Americans Trump Would Rather Not See (thebulwark.com)

There are some uncomfortably eugenicist vibes in Trump’s latest disability policy, which authorizes states to institutionalize more Americans.

‘Institutions are not magical’: Trump DOJ memo that could erode disability rights prompts concern from advocates (msindy.org)

As a patient at Georgia Regional Hospital, a mental health facility in Atlanta, Elaine Wilson felt trapped.

MDA pushes back on DOJ memorandum about disability care (musculardystrophynews.com)

MDA criticized a DOJ memorandum on disability care, saying it threatens in-home and community-based services for people with disabilities.

www.senatedems.ct.gov (senatedems.ct.gov)

Custom-Designed Major Student Creates Own Major, Accessible Cutting Board (drexel.edu)

Lelia Karmeli wanted to blend multiple disciplines into her custom “make things and help people” degree.

Handy (handy.computer)

Handy is a cross platform, open-source, speech-to-text application for your computer

1,500 year old woman challenges modern assumptions about disability | University of St Andrews news (news.st-andrews.ac.uk)

Making lab equipment more accessible for chemists with physical disabilities | Careers | Chemistry World (chemistryworld.com)

‘Chemical laboratories are often designed around a very narrow idea of standard talent,’ says one academic striving to make such spaces more inclusive

[Update] Disability rights advocates cry foul over DOJ opinion breaking with Olmstead decision - McKnights Home Care (mcknightshomecare.com)

Advocates for the disabled and elderly are sounding the alarm after the Justice Department issued a legal opinion that argues that states do not have to provide home- and community-based services to people with disabilities.

Children Need Congress to Preserve the Promise of Olmstead | First Focus on Children (firstfocus.org)

Children Need Congress and the Administration to Preserve the Promise of Olmstead For more than a quarter century, the Supreme Court’s decision in

Binghamton.edu homepage recognized for accessibility - Binghamton News (binghamton.edu)

Binghamton University’s commitment to digital accessibility was validated this spring when it placed in the top 1% of worldwide homepages examined by the nonprofit organization WebAIM.

Supreme Court allows Voting Rights Act ruling in Arkansas : NPR (npr.org)

The Supreme Court has left in place a ruling that strikes down a key tool for enforcing Voting Rights Act protections for voters with a disability or an inability to read or write in seven states.

dl (justice.gov)

Statement: DOJ Memo Is Attempting to Turn Back the Clock on Integration and Olmstead’s Promise (mailchi.mp)

Stephen Miller Said to Drive DOJ Memo Eroding Disability Rights (news.bloomberglaw.com)

White House adviser Stephen Miller was the driving force behind the Justice Department’s recent memo authorizing states to institutionalize people with disabilities rather than fund community-based care, said people briefed on the situation.

Could early education bring down rising costs to serve California students with disabilities? | EdSource (edsource.org)

New Medicaid work requirements include a trap | STAT (statnews.com)

Medicaid’s new work requirements could force disabled people to choose between work and care.

Friendship Circle’s Health Ambassadors advocate for accessibility across Pittsburgh | The Pittsburgh Jewish Chronicle (jewishchronicle.timesofisrael.com)

“There’s a saying in the disability community — ‘nothing about us without us.’”

ncsl.org | 522: Connection timed out (ncsl.org)

Requirements | Digital Accessibility (digitalaccessibility.virginia.edu)

Digital accessibility means making websites and apps easy for everyone to use, including people with disabilities. This includes features like screen reader compatibility, captions for videos, and keyboard-friendly navigation.

The Americans Trump Would Rather Not See (thebulwark.com)

There are some uncomfortably eugenicist vibes in Trump’s latest disability policy, which authorizes states to institutionalize more Americans.

Federal Register :: Extension of Compliance Dates for Nondiscrimination on the Basis of Disability; Accessibility of Web Content and Mobile Applications of Recipients of Departmental Financial Assistance (federalregister.gov)

Consumer Protection and Accessibility Advisory Committee Meeting | Federal Communications Commission (fcc.gov)

MDA pushes back on DOJ memorandum about disability care (musculardystrophynews.com)

MDA criticized a DOJ memorandum on disability care, saying it threatens in-home and community-based services for people with disabilities.

ASAN opposes DOJ delay to digital accessibility (autisticadvocacy.org)

ASAN opposes the Department of Justice Interim Final Rule delaying digital accessibility. These comments are available as a PDF here.

Beyond the ADA Digital Accessibility Deadline (conduitstreet.mdcounties.org)

A county guide to the updated Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA minimum digital accessibility standards.

[Update] Disability rights advocates cry foul over DOJ opinion breaking with Olmstead decision - McKnights Home Care (mcknightshomecare.com)

Advocates for the disabled and elderly are sounding the alarm after the Justice Department issued a legal opinion that argues that states do not have to provide home- and community-based services to people with disabilities.

FCC Certifies CSD to Administer NDBEDP for California | Federal Communications Commission (fcc.gov)

Children Need Congress to Preserve the Promise of Olmstead | First Focus on Children (firstfocus.org)

Children Need Congress and the Administration to Preserve the Promise of Olmstead For more than a quarter century, the Supreme Court’s decision in

TGF Glaucoma Symposium 2026 How We Take Care of People: Latest and Greatest Clinically Relevant Innovations - The Glaucoma Foundation (glaucomafoundation.org)

Session 1 Surgical Innovations in Glaucoma Gus De Moraes, Moderator This course will provide an in-depth exploration of the latest advances in glaucoma surgery. Recent developments in minimally invasive … Continue reading “TGF Glaucoma Symposium 2026 How We Take Care of People: Latest and Greatest Clinically Relevant Innovations”\n

Airports have “more to learn” about accessibility for travellers with hidden disabilities like Parkinson’s, airport organisation admits - Parkinson’s Europe (parkinsonseurope.org)

dl (justice.gov)

AugmentAble: Teaming Web Augmentation and LLMs for Instant Accessibility Improvements | Springer Nature Link (link.springer.com)

Various reports reveal that Web Accessibility remains one of the major concerns that still requires additional awareness. In addition to providing development support in IDEs for creating Web pages, post-development support can also be provided by using Web...

(37) So, Your WordPress Theme Isn’t Accessible: How to Fix It Using a Phased Plan That Survives Updates | LinkedIn (linkedin.com)

You love your WordPress theme. It took hours to get everyone to agree on it.

Statement: DOJ Memo Is Attempting to Turn Back the Clock on Integration and Olmstead’s Promise (mailchi.mp)

What’s in a Label? New Studies Explore How People Talk About Disability and Mental Health - Mad In America (madinamerica.com)

This week, Mad in America examines four studies related to the use of language around disabilities and mental health diagnoses. The first finds that Emerging research suggests that debates over person-first and identity-first language cannot be resolved with a one-size-fits-all approach, as preferences differ across diagnoses and communities.

Celebrating 36 Years of the Americans with Disabilities Act and its Informational Network - ABILITY Magazine (abilitymagazine.com)

Rocky Mountain ADA Center providing information during a community event A Comprehensive Disability Rights Law On July 26, 1990, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) became law, representing a consequential improvement in civil rights for people with disabilities. The law prohibits discrimination based on disability and guarantees people with disabilities…

Stephen Miller Said to Drive DOJ Memo Eroding Disability Rights (news.bloomberglaw.com)

White House adviser Stephen Miller was the driving force behind the Justice Department’s recent memo authorizing states to institutionalize people with disabilities rather than fund community-based care, said people briefed on the situation.

Making my Garden More Accessible! What accessibility means is it’s suitable for everyone! - YouTube (youtube.com)

Making my Garden More Accessible! What accessibility means is it’s ...

Could early education bring down rising costs to serve California students with disabilities? | EdSource (edsource.org)

NASCIO Digital Accessibility Compliance (nascio.org)

New Medicaid work requirements include a trap | STAT (statnews.com)

Medicaid’s new work requirements could force disabled people to choose between work and care.

Friendship Circle’s Health Ambassadors advocate for accessibility across Pittsburgh | The Pittsburgh Jewish Chronicle (jewishchronicle.timesofisrael.com)

“There’s a saying in the disability community — ‘nothing about us without us.’”

Putting the spotlight on accessibility - two powerful use cases show the way (diginomica.com)

Two organizations have recently won recognition for their efforts in boosting accessibility: Global pharmaceutical company Lilly with its ‘Access Lilly’ scheme for employees and customers, and Stichting Uit met Autisme, making it easier for people with sensory sensitivities to enjoy leisure activities.

Senate Democrats Rally Against Pro-Institutionalization DOJ Memo – Mother Jones (motherjones.com)

The memo—allegedly Stephen Miller’s passion project—”is taking us back to a time when there were forced lobotomies,” Sen. Tammy Duckworth said.

Accessibility 2.0 Is Becoming A Leadership Conversation (forbes.com)

Accessibility leaders, investors, and entrepreneurs share their perspectives on Accessibility 2.0 and why it is becoming a leadership conversation.

Open Source Community Advances Accessibility Goals | Let’s Data Science (letsdatascience.com)

The brief outlines progress made toward **accessibility goals** across the **open source** ecosystem and explains how contributors can help make projects more inclusive. It targets maintainers and contributors with suggestions to improve accessibility and increase participation across projects.

Veteran alleges T-Mobile denied her disability accommodation, then retaliated | Human Resources Director (hcamag.com)

A self-represented veteran takes one of the country’s big carriers to federal court over accommodation

Scotland has more disabled MSPs than ever but challenges remain (bbc.com)

About 24% of the Scottish population identify as disabled, while only 7% of MSPs do - an increase on the previous parliamentary term.

5 Accessible Getaways That Make Exploring Easier (aarp.org)

These cities stand out for wheelchair-friendly transit, cultural attractions and hotels that help visitors explore confidently without needing a car.

Why Hiring People with Disabilities Benefits Everyone | Ability Central (abilitycentral.org)

In recognition of National Employee Wellness Month, this article explores how hiring people with disabilities strengthens workplace culture, the importance of reasonable accommodations, and the organizations working to expand employment opportunities and build more inclusive workplaces.

Celebrating 36 Years of the Americans with Disabilities Act and its Informational Network - ABILITY Magazine (abilitymagazine.com)

Rocky Mountain ADA Center providing information during a community event A Comprehensive Disability Rights Law On July 26, 1990, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) became law, representing a consequential improvement in civil rights for people with disabilities. The law prohibits discrimination based on disability and guarantees people with disabilities…

Accessibility partners driving innovation and impact | Microsoft Community Hub (techcommunity.microsoft.com)

Saint John disability advocates using ‘lived experience’ to create more accessible spaces | CBC News (cbc.ca)

Disability advocates in Saint John will be bringing advice inspired by their own experiences to federally regulated organizations to help them become more accessible. They will be part of an auditing platform called the Accessibility Exchange, a national group that connects people with disabilities to services in their community.

Stephen Miller Said to Drive DOJ Memo Eroding Disability Rights (news.bloomberglaw.com)

White House adviser Stephen Miller was the driving force behind the Justice Department’s recent memo authorizing states to institutionalize people with disabilities rather than fund community-based care, said people briefed on the situation.

Making my Garden More Accessible! What accessibility means is it’s suitable for everyone! - YouTube (youtube.com)

Making my Garden More Accessible! What accessibility means is it’s ...

Passenger security and accessibility (airportsinternational.com)

Passenger security checks may be getting faster and more efficient, but much work is needed to make them truly inclusive, reports Emma Kelly

‘It isn’t right’: Woman with ADHD and autism claims she was directed away from accessibility queue at Manchester Airport - Manchester Evening News (manchestereveningnews.co.uk)

Ellie Middleton was on her way to fly to Pula, Croatia where she experienced difficulties at the Manchester Airport security

Social Accessibility: Surpassing Physical Design to True Inclusion (equalentry.com)

A deep look at social accessibility, recognition, disability history, and why awareness must drive physical and digital access.

NASCIO Digital Accessibility Compliance (nascio.org)

Could early education bring down rising costs to serve California students with disabilities? | EdSource (edsource.org)

Automated Accessibility Scanning: Where to Start | Converge (convergeaccessibility.com)

Why automated accessibility scanning is the wrong first step, and the manual-first approach that gives a tool something useful to do.

NETWORK (press.rit.edu)

Consider a simple proposition: Everything that has been created can be improved upon. No object, system, or idea should continue to exist if it does not succ...

New Medicaid work requirements include a trap | STAT (statnews.com)

Medicaid’s new work requirements could force disabled people to choose between work and care.

From pledge to practice: Building a more inclusive open source ecosystem - The GitHub Blog (github.blog)

From pledge to practice: Building a more inclusive open source ecosystem

Web accessibility is not something you understand by reading the criteria (a11ywithdiana.substack.com)

If someone wants to understand what web accessibility actually is, I would not recommend to read WCAG as a first step.

Friendship Circle’s Health Ambassadors advocate for accessibility across Pittsburgh | The Pittsburgh Jewish Chronicle (jewishchronicle.timesofisrael.com)

“There’s a saying in the disability community — ‘nothing about us without us.’”

The hidden labour when travelling - by Christiane Link (accessiblelink.substack.com)

And what a difference staff can make.

Friendship Circle’s Health Ambassadors advocate for accessibility across Pittsburgh | The Pittsburgh Jewish Chronicle (jewishchronicle.timesofisrael.com)

“There’s a saying in the disability community — ‘nothing about us without us.’”

The hidden labour when travelling - by Christiane Link (accessiblelink.substack.com)

And what a difference staff can make.

I went to the world’s only Deaf university (bodybabble.com)

Did I find Deaf Utopia at Gallaudet?

How did disability shape your day? (disabilitydebrief.org)

An open call for disability diaries, and discussion from the mailbag

Book Review: Seeing Life Through a Different Lens — Diversability (mydiversability.com)

This book is emotional, powerful, and encouraging. It reminds readers that even when life is hard, we can still keep moving forward and work toward the future we want.

Senator Kaine introduces legislation to support care workforce, family caregivers (disabilityinsider.com)

U.S. Senator Tim Kaine (D-VA), a member of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, introduced the Supporting Our Direct Care Workforce and Family Caregivers Act on June 24, 2026. The legislation will provide funding to states and other eligible entities to support direct care workers and family caregivers, who provide essential daily care and support for many older adults and people with disabilities.

DanceSyndrome’s Approach to Access at ORIGIN: A Mixed Bill | DanceSyndrome (dancesyndrome.co.uk)

Accessibility has been key to the creative process and will continue to be central to the presentation of our work at ORIGIN: A Mixed Bill.

Body Horror is for the Marginalized — Disability Culture Lab (disabilityculturelab.org)

A nice silver lining to feeling alienated and betrayed by my body is that I fucking love body horror. There is something so satisfying about reading about someone whose body turns on them in bizarre and grotesque ways.

Breathing In Wildfire Smoke Late In Pregnancy May Increase Autism Risk, Study Shows - Disability Scoop (disabilityscoop.com)

Women breathing wildfire smoke late in pregnancy had a higher risk of having a child later diagnosed with autism, even when the smoke exposure lasted only a few days, researchers say.

‘Amazing Spider-Man,’ Other Comics Spotlight Disability Storylines - Disability Scoop (disabilityscoop.com)

In a series of special issues that are about to drop, Marvel Comics is putting the focus on a half dozen heroes with various disabilities.

Join our Deafblind People Advisory Group (bda.org.uk)

The British Deaf Association (BDA) is looking for deafblind people from across the United Kingdom to help shape the future of deafblind leadership, representation and participation within the BDA.

Cerebral Palsy Football Defender Owen Woodrow Eyes FA Cup Success with Norwich City | Crip Life™ (criplife.co.uk)

Cerebral palsy football player Owen Woodrow reflects on his disability football journey, Norwich City’s FA Cup final preparations and his commitment to inclusive sport.

‘Like swimming through the air’: my thrilling role in Giselle with the Royal Ballet’s wheelchair dancers (theguardian.com)

I use a wheelchair and yearn to dance like I did when I was a kid. Could I possibly hold my own in a class run by inspirational disabled dance star Kate Stanforth and the Royal Ballet?

The legal fight to get equal pay for Germany’s disabled workers (bbc.com)

A test case is seeking the minimum wage for 300,000 disabled people who currently get paid less.

Accessible Document Sharing: How We Share Documents is Important For Accessibility | Disability Horizons (disabilityhorizons.com)

Accessible documents help disabled people protect their privacy, work independently and use assistive technology. Learn practical ways to remove digital barriers.

Planning an accessible Caribbean holiday (disabilityhorizons.com)

Accessible Caribbean holidays guide for disabled travellers, covering cruises, beaches, Barbados accessibility, accommodation and travel planning tips.

CRA’s rules for disability tax credit are changing. What to know - National | Globalnews.ca (globalnews.ca)

Changes are coming to how some Canadians can apply for disability tax credits, which the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) says will make the process faster and smoother.

England Blind Football Player Olly Johnson Aims For Disability FA Cup Triumph With RNC | Crip Life™ (criplife.co.uk)

Meet Olly Johnson, a 20-year-old England blind footballer from Chorley, as he discusses his journey into blind football, representing RNC in the 2026 EE Disability FA Cup Final, and how sport transformed his confidence and independence.

Advancing equal sport access for persons with disabilities (disabilityinsider.com)

The Council of Europe and the European Union have reaffirmed their commitment to ensuring equal access to sport as a fundamental right, tackling discrimination against persons with disabilities in sport, and advancing inclusive and accessible sporting environments across Europe and beyond. This was the key result of the joint project “Sport for all: promoting inclusion and combating discrimination against persons with disabilities”.

Autism hub turns research into real-world support (disabilityinsider.com)

The $15 million Australian Autism Knowledge Hub, based at La Trobe’s Olga Tennison Autism Research Centre (OTARC), will address the gap between research and real-world support for Autistic people and their families.

‘Above all, there is love’: single mothers caring for disabled children – in pictures (theguardian.com)

Carol Allen-Storey’s intimate images capture the struggles mums face looking after kids with disabilities – but also the huge hearts of both parents and children

A Freak Workplace Accident Exposes Severe Gaps in Disability Benefits (streamlinefeed.co.ke)

A devastating lift shaft accident leaves an electrician with permanent brain damage, exposing the financial ruin caused by inadequate state disability benefits.

What I See Now: writing the book I wish had existed – BlindNewWorld (blindnewworld.org)

Rishabh Gupta has been navigating retinitis pigmentosa since childhood - and wrote What I See Now because such a book didn’t exist yet.

Video: Ukrainian War Amputees Find Community in Sports (nytimes.com)

Groups of Ukrainian veterans who lost limbs in Russia’s invasion have found joy and formed new bonds after returning home through learning new sports.

WHO Urges Expansion of Newborn Screening to Detect Birth Defects (streamlinefeed.co.ke)

The World Health Organization warns that birth defects now account for 8 percent of global under-five mortality, urging rapid expansion of screening.

The Ed Department Is Outsourcing Special Education. Here’s What That Means For Students With Disabilities - Disability Scoop (disabilityscoop.com)

The U.S. Department of Education’s transfer of its special education and civil rights offices is likely to cause confusion and disarray, advocates warn, as a key Senate panel considers blocking the move.

Even in Blue States, Hospitals Have Continued To Drop Gender-Affirming Care for Youths - KFF Health News (kffhealthnews.org)

Massachusetts passed laws and joined lawsuits to protect access to gender-affirming care for minors. But faced with the Trump administration’s threats, some hospitals voluntarily stopped care. Families are outraged.

People With Disabilities Embrace Their Sexuality in Semi-Nude Photo Series (themighty.com)

Charity organization Enhance the UK has launched a new project through its “Undressing Disability” campaign featuring stunning photos celebrating the bodies of people with disabilities. The series hopes to inspire people with disabilities to embrace their sexuality, but also to challenge “the misconceptions that create unbalance and ensure that better access to sexual health, sexual awareness, and sex education is granted to disabled people.”

Home page - Choose Art (chooseart.com.au)

It’s so good you are here Welcome to Choose Art. Choose Art is designed for and by Deaf and disabled people. Find accessible arts programs, opportunities and events near you. Make the arts p…

Embrace: AAV Mentorship Program Exhibition | Arts Access Victoria (artsaccess.com.au)

“Embrace” celebrates community, acceptance, reflection, and joy. The exhibition features six artists from Arts Access Victoria’s Arts Mentorship Program. The exhibition creates close, personal moments that highlight shared stories and different viewpoints. Using painting, drawing, installation, and mixed media. Soft colours and strong patterns sit beside shiny surfaces and tactile forms. Stop, talk, and find […]

Emily dober my world (melbourne.vic.gov.au)

Every Step by Rawcus (eventbrite.com.au)

Every Step is a new physical performance set within the bold geometry of the Victorian Pride Centre’s grand staircase.

Around the Block / Programs / Next Wave (nextwave.org.au)

Around the Block is an outdoor exhibition of moving image works, unfolding across Brunswick artistic precinct.

Arts and disability initiative (creative.gov.au)

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Jobs — Wild At Heart (wildatheart.org.au)

Become a Grant Assessor - Music Victoria (musicvictoria.com.au)

Melbourne Prize for Urban Sculpture 2026 | One of the most valuable arts prizes in Australia (melbourneprize.org)

One of the most valuable arts prizes in Australia

ENTER FAC Open Exhibition (artscentre.frankston.vic.gov.au)

Until SUN 5 JUL: Call out to Victorian Visual Artists to explore the theme of ‘home’, memory, imagination and connection to place. Win $1,000 and your own exhibition with an opening event at the FAC in 2027.

The World is Accessible | Substack (anthonytwia.substack.com)

Hi, I’m Anthony — welcome to my Substack, where I share my latest articles from The World is Accessible and beyond. Click to read The World is Accessible, a Substack publication with tens of thousands of subscribers.

Ableist Language & Attitudes in Books (disabilitydetermination.substack.com)

Disability and Determination is a weekly newsletter about my experience navigating life with a rare disability.

So your wordpress theme isnt accessible how to fix it using a phased plan that survives updates fbdfe (sheribyrnehaber.medium.com)

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I was wary of driverless cars and their tech overlords – but they could give me a different future (theguardian.com)

For those of us who can’t drive due to disabilities, the drawbacks of these vehicles are vastly outweighed by the possibilities they offer, says freelance writer Gabriel Stewart

A million disabled people want to work. (sirrobinmillar.substack.com)

Partially Sighted Football Star Kiitan Bayo-Awonaike Looks To Complete Historic Season With Disability FA Cup Win | Crip Life™ (criplife.co.uk)

Ahead of the EE Disability FA Cup Final, Bolton Futsal’s Kiitan Bayo-Awonaike discusses partially sighted football, his achievements, and his hopes for the future of disability football.

Why customer accessibility and inclusion matter to regulated services | Business Disability Forum (businessdisabilityforum.org.uk)

Why do disabled customers still face barriers when accessing financial services and other regulated sectors? In a recent podcast, BDF CEO Diane Lightfoot explores how accessible design, customer choice and lived experience can help organisations deliver better services for everyone.

Shape your future: paid internships for blind and partially sighted people now open - Thomas Pocklington Trust (pocklington.org.uk)

Ancient woman challenges modern assumptions about disability - Disability Insider (disabilityinsider.com)

New international research, in collaboration with academics from the University of St Andrews, reveals how a woman who lived with a lifelong physical impairment more than 1,500 years ago was supported, valued and buried with honour in early medieval Scotland.

Accessibility & Inclusion Events in July 2026 (a11ynews.substack.com)

Happy Disability Pride Month!

Action Alert: Protect Vote By Mail, Submit a Comment to the United States Postal Service (USPS) - AAPD (aapd.com)

Ending Crime and Disorder on America’s Streets (whitehouse.gov)

By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered: Section 1. Purpose and

Alert: Executive Branch’s Assault on the Integration Mandate (mailchi.mp)

Coded Inequities: AI’s Ableist Glitch in Education (sarasminkara.substack.com)

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National COVID-19 trends, June 23 - The Sick Times (thesicktimes.org)

COVID-19 levels remain very low across much of the U.S. as a deep lull between waves continues — at least, as far as we can tell from viral levels in wastewater, which do not translate directly to infections. However, there are accumulating signals that a summer wave may start soon, particularly in parts of the South.

FDA approves COVID-19 antiviral Xocova as PEP. But will it be accessible? - The Sick Times (thesicktimes.org)

Shionogi, the Japanese company that makes Xocova (ensitrelvir), said the post-exposure prophylaxis drug will be available in mid-July in the U.S. and will have a list price of $1,400. But its impact will hinge on how easily people can access it, experts say.

Research updates, June 23 - The Sick Times (thesicktimes.org)

A new study found that people with Long COVID were significantly more likely to experience cardiovascular disease after COVID-19. Published in Clinical Medicine Insights: Cardiology, researchers assessed a retrospective cohort of over 8,000 people who had a prior SARS-CoV-2 infection, discovering that Long COVID symptoms were associated with higher odds of cardiovascular disease, particularly angina and heart attacks, compared to people without Long COVID.

Homelands Trust Fife Review: An Accessible Girls Trip in Lundin Lodge (carrieannlightley.com)

A review of Lundin Lodge at Homelands Trust Fife, based on an accessible girls trip with my best friends. From level access and thoughtful equipment to BBQs on the patio, beach wheelchair hire at West Sands and a spontaneous train ride from Leven, this is what made the stay feel friendship-filled, restorative and easy for the whole group.

Neuroinclusive Neighborhoods Sprout Up To Address IDD Housing Gap - Disability Scoop (disabilityscoop.com)

Neighborhoods with homes designated for people with disabilities alongside others sold to neurotypical buyers open to living in inclusive communities are taking shape in different parts of the country.

Disabled leadership capability backed (disabilityinsider.com)

A range of disability community organisations have been awarded funding to strengthen their governance capability by the Ministry of Disabled People – Whaikaha.

Uk gov funds new specialist interpreters for deafblind people (disabilityinsider.com)

Thousands of Deafblind people across the country will benefit from improved access to communication support as the government takes action to significantly increase the number of interpreters for Deafblind people through the funding of interpreter competency sessions.

ORIGIN: A Mixed Bill | DanceSyndrome (dancesyndrome.co.uk)

DanceSyndrome Presents: ORIGIN: A Mixed Bill At The Lowry, Salford Thursday 19th November 2026 at 7:00PM It all began with a simple question: “What do you want to create?” Now,...

Dylan Kelsall: Growing Powerchair Football And Leading Leeds PFC To The 2026 Disability FA Cup Final | Crip Life™ (criplife.co.uk)

Ahead of the 2026 EE Disability FA Cup Finals, Leeds PFC captain Dylan Kelsall discusses his journey in powerchair football, leading his team to their first FA Cup final, and his ambition to raise the profile of disability football.

Old, Cold and Free: Accessible Heritage Sites to Beat the Heat: Free UK Museums, Libraries and Cathedrals for Disabled Visitors | Disability Horizons (disabilityhorizons.com)

Accessible heritage sites to beat the heat this summer. Discover free UK cathedrals, museums and libraries with strong accessibility features.

Join our team and help improve bus journeys across Scotland – Bus... (bususers.org)

We’re recruiting a Complaints Administrator to support passengers across Scotland The role is home-based, full-time and varied, with a mix of complaint handling, administration and organising...

How is Minnesota addressing Long COVID? - The Sick Times (thesicktimes.org)

As many governments shutter and defund their Long COVID programs, Minnesota is ramping up.

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BBC World Service - The Documentary Podcast, How Germany fails disabled people (bbc.co.uk)

The German system makes it hard for disabled people work. How can it be more inclusive?

Dear Disability Diary (disabilitydebrief.org)

An open call for new writing

Grief, Loss, and Single-Parenthood in David Fortune’s “Color Book” - Disability Belongs™ (disabilitybelongs.org)

The emotionally gripping film “Color Book” highlights disability experiences as part of broader human experiences of love, loss, family, and resilience.

Now We’re Cooking (youtube.com)

Go to tesco.com/accessible-recipes for Braille, BSL, and audio recipes.

Report 09/2026: Dangerous occurrence involving a portable access ramp at Norwood Junction station (gov.uk)

RAIB has today released its report into a dangerous occurrence involving a portable access ramp at Norwood Junction station, 1 July 2025.

Ministers condemned for ‘outrageous’ failure to listen to ‘vital’ demands on accessibility in railways bill (disabilitynewsservice.com)

The government has been accused of an “outrageous” failure to listen to disabled campaigners and allies who have been calling for ministers to include far stronger measures on accessibility and dis…

Rail Customer Experience Survey - Transport Focus (transportfocus.org.uk)

Headline results for the first release of the Rail Customer Experience Survey covering mid-October 2025 to end of March 2026.

EU deal strengthens air passenger rights for persons with disabilities (accessible-eu-centre.ec.europa.eu)

The revised EU regulation on air passenger rights, provisionally agreed by EU institutions on 15 June, introduces major improvements for passengers with disabilities, significantly strengthening existing protections.

TfL plans more bus safety standards to stop deaths (bbc.com)

Transport for London hopes to ensure that no one is killed on, or by a London bus by 2030.

London Falling (panmacmillan.com)

THE INSTANT SUNDAY TIMES No.1 BESTSELLER ‘A defining book of our time’ - The Times ‘The master of the non-fiction narrative’ - The Sunday Times ‘A masterpiece’ - The Observer ‘Compulsive’ - The Guardian ‘Breathtaking’ - Jon Ronson ‘Completely engrossing’ - Louis Theroux ‘Phenomenal’ - Emily Maitlis ‘More addictive than any box set’ - Sathnam Sanghera A book of the summer in The Guardian, The Independent, The New York Times, Financial Times and The Atlantic From the Baillie Gifford Prize-winning and Sunday Times bestselling author of Empire of Pain and Say Nothing comes a riveting story of wealth, violence and deceit at the heart of a glittering city. In 2019, a London teenager, Zac Brettler, fell to his death from a luxury apartment building on the banks of the Thames. On a desperate quest to understand how their son had died, his grieving parents made a terrible discovery: Zac had been leading a fantasy life, posing as the son of a wealthy Russian oligarch. Patrick Radden Keefe follows Zac’s parents on a dark journey to find out what brought him to the balcony that night – and how a teenager’s life of make-believe drew him into the city’s terrifying underworld.

The hidden labour when travelling (accessiblelink.substack.com)

And what a difference staff can make.

BBC World Service - The Documentary Podcast, How Germany fails disabled people (bbc.co.uk)

The German system makes it hard for disabled people work. How can it be more inclusive?

Kansas drops out of lawsuit targeting senior and disability rights • Kansas Reflector (kansasreflector.com)

Kansas withdrew from a federal lawsuit that could overturn decades of progress in aging and disability rights.

‘Love on the Spectrum’ Star Dani Bowman Slams ‘Euphoria,’ The Rock For Using R-Word (tmz.com)

Dani Bowman -- a star on the hit show “Love on the Spectrum” -- is calling out Dwayne Johnson and the TV show “Euphoria” for using the r-word liberally ... saying she feels disrespected.

Ologies Episodes — alie ward (alieward.com)

Listen to Ologies on Stitcher, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get podcasts.

Podcast (disabilityvisibilityproject.com)

This is life from a disabled lens. Disability Visibility is a podcast hosted by San Francisco night owl Alice Wong featuring conversations on politics, culture, and media with disable…

Podcast — Multiamory (multiamory.com)

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Protocols for Crip Podcasting (docs.google.com)

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Experimental Music Love (youtube.com)

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Remote Access: A Crip Nightlife Party (csalateral.org)

Remote Access is a disability nightlife event informed by disability history, technology, and artistry. At the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, a collective of disabled artists and designers created an event to showcase how disabled people often participate in social life from our homes and beds. This contribution offers a living archive of the party and its evolution, as the planners created protocols for collective access through methodologies such as participatory audio description and live description of musical sound. We discuss how each new event offered opportunities for designing new practices based on disabled knowledge and expertise. As a result, the series of Remote Access nightlife parties became an ongoing opportunity to develop iterative accessibility protocols and community standards for remote/digital participation.

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Design for Independent Living (upress.umn.edu)

A new edition of the classic and innovative resource that relies on personal lived experience to guide accessible designIn 1979, University of California arc...

‘Reflexive and honest’: AI data centre backlash reflects public concerns, analyst says (ctvnews.ca)

As Ottawa rolls out a national artificial intelligence strategy, there’s growing opposition to the data centres needed to power the technology.

Nightshade - User’s Guide (nightshade.cs.uchicago.edu)

Glaze - What is Glaze (glaze.cs.uchicago.edu)

Dr. Alex Hanna, author of THE AI CON (with Dr. M Murphy) (eventbrite.ca)

Another Story Bookshop and the Institute for Environment, Conservation and Sustainability present an evening with Dr. Alex Hanna!

About the Journal | New Sociology: Journal of Critical Praxis (nsjcp.journals.yorku.ca)

Disabled Ecologies Almanac: Call for Submissions (docs.google.com)

Disabled Ecologies Almanac: Call for Submissions The Disabled Ecologies Lab is excited to announce the call for submissions for our Disabled Ecologies Almanac! This idea emerged from a 2025 spring retreat for people living, thinking, and organizing at the intersection of disability and the envir...

Statement: DOJ Memo Is Attempting to Turn Back the Clock on Integration and Olmstead’s Promise (mailchi.mp)

Father’s Day, 2026 (sarahlevis.substack.com)

A Letter to my Dad

How to make gardening easier as you get older (independent.co.uk)

You don’t have to downsize if you’re struggling to cope, an expert says.

Scroll With Me: What’s So Hard About Making Disability Visible? (emilyladau.substack.com)

My Office Romance gripe, my go-to hand pain relief, and a round-up of the latest hard-hitting disability headlines.

As Ebola cases hit 1,000, almost 3 million children and adolescents face rising risks in eastern DR Congo – UNICEF (unicef.org)

Ebola has left over 130 children orphaned in Ituri, driving urgent need for protection and care

ASAN Condemns OLC Memo Threatening Community Living (autisticadvocacy.org)

The government should be protecting our rights to live in the community. The government should not be trying to get rid of almost 30 years of progress.

Nature more accessible but work to be done, disability groups say (bbc.com)

Campaigners and charities say access has improved - but more can be done to open up the countryside.

‘Baby Do Die Do’ trailer: Huma Qureshi is a professional killer with an umbrella (theweek.in)

Directed by Nachiket Samant, the movie promises a twisted dark action-comedy with a theatrical release on July 3, 2026

Olmstead Anniversary: DOJ Memo and Section 504 Lawsuit Explained” (youtube.com)

Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

IPC urges greater collaboration to advance disability inclusion (paralympic.org)

International Paralympic Committee’s (IPC) Deputy Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Kristina Molloy spoke during a UNESCO’s Intergovernmental Committee for Physical Education and Sport (CIGEPS) meeting in Paris, France

Supreme Court declines to hear Texas man’s intellectual disability case in capital case (npr.org)

The court’s action means Victor Saldaño is likely to be executed even though both defense and state experts determined he was not eligible for execution under the law.

Trump administration targets disability integration mandate in DOJ memo (statnews.com)

A new memo from the Department of Justice seeks to upend landmark disability laws and court rulings.

SqueakyFest ‘26 - The Squeaky Wheel (thesqueakywheel.org)

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Vol. 15 No. 2 (2026): Centering Inclusive Education of the African Continent | Canadian Journal of Disability Studies (cjds.uwaterloo.ca)

Billie Eilish Is Showing What Tourette Syndrome Really Looks Like — Not The Stereotypes (huffpost.com)

Like Eilish, I suppress my tics, and they’re almost always in the back of my mind.

RFK Jr. will oversee disability education policy (motherjones.com)

The dismantling of the Department of Education continues apace.

Social Security Looks To Finalize Shift Away From Paper Checks - Disability Scoop (disabilityscoop.com)

A sweeping change is underway across the Social Security system that will affect how millions of Americans — including many people with disabilities — receive their monthly benefits.

Disability Researchers Turn To Families For Advice - Disability Scoop (disabilityscoop.com)

A hospital for children and adults with disabilities is one of the first in the U.S. to hire “lived experience” partners who help researchers decide what to study and how to evaluate outcomes.

Preschools Disproportionately Kick Out Kids With Disabilities - Disability Scoop (disabilityscoop.com)

Children with disabilities as young as 2 are being suspended and expelled from school often for behaviors that are related to their diagnoses, according to a new report detailing their experiences.

Amputee Football Player Marni Voak Targets Disability FA Cup Glory With Cambridge City | Crip Life™ (criplife.co.uk)

As Cambridge City FC prepare for their first Amputee Disability FA Cup final, amputee footballer Marni Voak shares her experiences of competing at club and international level, living with chronic pain, and why she believes amputee football deserves greater visibility and support.

CRIPtic take on Romeo and Juliet: Cripping Breath and Accessible Rehearsal Practices - CRIPtic Arts (cripticarts.org)

By CRIPtic Arts Artistic Director, Jamie Hale. Cripping Breath is an exciting project for CRIPtic Arts. We’re working with the University of Sheffield to develop an adaptation of Romeo and Juliet that…

Trump wants Robert Kennedy, who is already phoning it in at HHS, to take over a big piece of Special Education. (leftbrainrightbrain.co.uk)

Let’s start with an uncomfortable fact. States have a financial incentive to underserve disabled students. Special education is expensive, and every support costs money. The Department of Edu…

Labor reaches deal with the Greens to pass changes to capital gains tax and negative gearing reforms (theguardian.com)

Minor party says it has also negotiated an extension to the inquiry into controversial changes to the NDIS

Photographer captures intimate moments of people with spina bifida (dailymail.com)

Photographer Steve Kean, from Toronto and who suffers from spina bifida has created a project which looks at people, who like him, have spina bifida - only in the nude.

Trump Administration Claims People With Disabilities Don’t Have Right To Community-Based Services - Disability Scoop (disabilityscoop.com)

The U.S. Department of Justice says states have no legal obligation to serve people with developmental disabilities in the community, a reversal that advocates say could have profound consequences.

I went to the world’s only Deaf university (bodybabble.com)

Did I find Deaf Utopia at Gallaudet?

Lives are being ruined by undiagnosed hypermobility and lack of treatment | Letter (theguardian.com)

Letters: Ignorance around hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos syndrome is a public health catastrophe, say readers in response to an article on how sufferers have to wait 21 years for a diagnosis

My children’s books: Let’s Explore with Cor Cor and Let’s Soar with Cor Cor (curbfreewithcorylee.com)

My children’s books, “Let’s Explore with Cor Cor” and “Let’s Soar with Cor Cor” are available now! Get your copies today and start exploring!

Trump Administration Claims People With Disabilities Don’t Have Right To Community-Based Services - Disability Scoop (disabilityscoop.com)

The U.S. Department of Justice says states have no legal obligation to serve people with developmental disabilities in the community, a reversal that advocates say could have profound consequences.

‘The Silent Noise’ wins Best Asian Contents award at Global OTT Awards 2026 | ABS-CBN Entertainment (abs-cbn.com)

Present at the Global OTT Awards 2026 were director Onat Diaz and lead actress Angelica Panganiban.

Access to Work is plagued by multiple failings, concerned MPs hear from disabled workers (disabilitynewsservice.com)

The government’s Access to Work scheme is plagued by multiple failings, including lengthy delays – which risk disabled people losing their jobs – poor communication, and an inaccessible process, a …

DOJ memo stokes fear among disability advocates of a return to institutionalization (npr.org)

The Justice Department’s opinion challenges civil rights protections that have long treated the institutionalization of disabled Americans as a last resort.

The Path Forward: Remembering Willowbrook - Full Documentary (youtube.com)

After watching this film, please take 2 minutes to complete the following survey so we can understand the impact: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/WillowbrookD...

Disability Groups Fear RFK Jr.’s New Special Education Role (nytimes.com)

Alienated by Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s claims about autism, advocates for disabled students are sounding the alarm about the Trump administration’s shifting special education programs to his department.

States aren’t required to provide community-based care for people with disabilities, new DOJ opinion claims (cbsnews.com)

The Office of Legal Counsel opinion released Thursday said states aren’t required by law to integrate mentally disabled patients with their peers by providing community or home-based care.

Federal grant delays could jeopardize essential disability services, research (statnews.com)

Disability researchers across the country worry about their jobs, and the future of their institutions, as a delay in issuing federal grants drags on.

Parenting – Lurie Institute for Disability Policy (lurieinstitute.org)

Cape Breton woman with vision loss calls for reliable accessibility at Sydney cinema | CBC News (cbc.ca)

Kim Bates, who is partially sighted, is calling for reliable services and supports for people with disabilities after multiple disappointing visits to Cineplex Cinemas in Sydney.

Dane’s payout for historical sexual abuse meant the NDIS slashed his funding. He and his mum are fighting back (theguardian.com)

Dane Waites lives with profound autism, a severe intellectual disability and bipolar disorder. His support plan was cut and he can no long afford key services

Adventurous duo give travel industry a spin (ft.com)

MBA graduate from Saïd Business School and partner find physical disability sparks idea for app

Disability Groups Fear RFK Jr.’s New Special Education Role (nytimes.com)

Alienated by Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s claims about autism, advocates for disabled students are sounding the alarm about the Trump administration’s shifting special education programs to his department.

FDA advisory panel endorses Moderna mRNA flu vaccine that was subject of controversy (statnews.com)

A panel of advisers to FDA gave its endorsement to a seasonal mRNA flu vaccine that was developed by Moderna and that earlier this year became the subject of controversy.

Official Statement On Olmstead DOJ Memo from CEO & Founder (disabilitycommunityfordemocracy.substack.com)

The DOJ is loud and wrong on their interpretation of the Olmstead decision, and we are saying no to crip crow

Covid vaccine linked to broad protections against heart conditions, study finds (washingtonpost.com)

The vaccine reduced cardiovascular conditions, hospitalizations and deaths of all causes, including those not linked to covid, researchers said.

As America turns 250, one museum makes history possible to touch (npr.org)

Federal law requires most museums and other buildings to be accessible to people with disabilities. But access to what’s actually inside is often still limited.

Hypotension Emerges as Top CVD Factor Linked to Alzheimer’s Disease (medscape.com)

Among multiple cardiovascular disease subtypes examined in two large cohorts, hypotension shows the strongest association with Alzheimer’s disease.

Democrats Seek To Spotlight Rising Health Costs by Forcing Vote on Trump Regulation - KFF Health News (kffhealthnews.org)

Congressional Democrats are seeking to overturn a Trump administration rule they say will hamper Obamacare coverage. Whether they win or lose any floor vote, they’ll likely use it in campaign messaging ahead of the midterms.

Republican States Join Trump FTC in Lawsuit Against World’s Leading Transgender Health Care Group (them.us)

The World Professional Association for Transgender Health rejected the lawsuit as another Trump administration attack on transgender patients and medical providers.

Education Department changes are leaving millions of vulnerable students at risk (19thnews.org)

Moving special education services and civil rights enforcement to other federal agencies has left families wondering what’s next.

Hands-on: Airlines must train staff to better assist disabled travelers (eu.usatoday.com)

A new rule requires airilnes to improve training for staffers and contractors who handle mobility devices and assist disabled passengers.

Advocacy groups urge U.S. to share experimental Ebola drug for outbreak trials (reuters.com)

A clutch of advocacy groups on Tuesday urged the U.S. government to make an experimental Ebola treatment by Mapp Biopharmaceutical available ​for clinical trials and emergency use in countries responding to ‌the Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak.

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This MND Awareness Day, we are honouring the man who started it all, celebrating his extraordinary legacy, and remembering the story that inspired Euan’s Guide in the first place.

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Inclusive Sports | Volume 39, Number 1 | My Mixed Ability Journey | Institute on Community Integration Publications (publications.ici.umn.edu)

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When I was young, people like my kid were institutionalized. Access to community, either in their residence or their daily activities, was limited. Which is a nice way of saying, a lot of people ne…

Trump Breaks Up Education Dept., Prompting Worries Over Civil Rights (nytimes.com)

Special education programs and the civil rights office will be moved out of the Education Department, the most aggressive move yet by the Trump administration to dismantle the agency.

Tom Morton in “I Will Find You” (Netflix) - tga (thegaltonagency.com)

Thrilled to share that our client Tom Morton @itstommorton can now be seen in Netflix’s gripping new thriller I Will Find You, based on the bestselling novel by Harlan Coben.Starring Sam Worthington, Britt Lower, and Milo Ventimiglia, the series follows a father’s relentless search for the truth after evidence emerges that his supposedly murdered son may still... Read more

At RedCabin, accessibility became a cabin innovation conversation - Runway Girl (runwaygirlnetwork.com)

Accessibility featured prominently at the RedCabin Aircraft Cabin Innovation Summit, with discussions focused on design, operations and the future of the aircraft cabin.

The U.K.’s plan for ME has failed us. Members of parliament must step up. - The Sick Times (thesicktimes.org)

No ring-fenced research funding. No care pathway for the very severe. Hospitalized patients still at risk of malnutrition. What has the delivery plan really changed for people with myalgic encephalomyelitis in the United Kingdom?

First-Time SSDI Approval Tips | London Disability (londondisability.com)

Discover how medical records, treatment history, and legal support may improve first-time SSDI and SSI claim approvals at London Disability.

The NDIS has given Joe vital social skills. Funding cuts leave his mother fearing how he will ‘do life’ (theguardian.com)

The 22-year-old, who has Down’s syndrome, relies on social and community programs – half of which are set to be axed from the disability insurance scheme

We’re Married! How We Planned Our Wheelchair Accessible Wedding (wheelchairtravel.org)

Celebrate with us — We invite you to take a peek inside our joy-filled wedding day and learn about the planning involved.

The Heartwarming Story Behind John McGinn’s Iconic Goggles Goal Celebration (streamlinefeed.co.ke)

When Scottish midfielder John McGinn fired his nation to a historic World Cup victory over Haiti, his distinctive goggles celebration caught global attention.

Access Festival: A Creative Inclusive Event For People With A Learning Disability And Autism | Crip Life™ (criplife.co.uk)

North West learning disability charity, Pure Innovations, has announced the return of its much-loved Access Festival for 2026, with this year’s event set to be the biggest celebration yet.

Summer Raffle 2026 - Finding your Feet (findingyourfeet.net)

Win incredible prizes. Support amputees across Scotland. Get your Summer plans sorted early with one of these absolutely beautiful and […]

Disability by David Turner review – a revelatory new history (theguardian.com)

This study of the struggle for rights includes incredible personal stories that we should all be more familiar with

I climbed Mount Kilimanjaro on my hands (theguardian.com)

I have no legs, so the thought of tackling the nearly 6,000-metre peak seemed crazy. But after reflection, and hard physical training, I decided to give it a go

Autistic Pride Day and the Power of Belonging — Disability Culture Lab (disabilityculturelab.org)

Long before I had language for autism, I knew what it felt like to navigate spaces where I didn’t quite fit. I often felt like I was missing a set of unwritten rules everyone else seemed to understand.

The power of storytelling (markormrod.com)

Why Sharing Your Struggles Makes You Stronger

A Song For Skyla (9 min) – Sproutflix (sproutflix.org)

New training module to improve accessibility of breast imaging services for blind and partially sighted people - Thomas Pocklington Trust (pocklington.org.uk)

Learn all about the exciting launch of a new e-learning module to improve the accessibility and inclusivity of breast imaging services for blind and partially sighted people.

Beit Issie CEO calls for moral clarity at UN disability conference (jns.org)

Ahmir Lerner argued that protecting people with disabilities during emergencies requires both preparedness and the courage to defend the truth.

Member Spotlight: How Gábor Luci Takes a Global Approach to Higher Education — Diversability (mydiversability.com)

Meet Diversability Leadership Collective Member, Gábor Luci, who is seeking connection through global engagement.

Inflation Relief Ahead? BoG Signals Possible Rate Cuts Amid Global Shift | News Feed (modernghana.com)

Wheelchair Travel Newsletter: The Accessible Hotels Issue (wheelchairtravel.org)

Everything you need to know about hotel accessibility, plus best practices and a warning about third- and fourth-party booking websites.

ENIL Member Elena Ratoi Brings Disability Inclusion to UN Climate Discussions - ENIL (enil.eu)

From 8 to 10 June 2026, ENIL member Elena Rațoi participated in the SB64 Climate Conference in Bonn, Germany, as part of a broader ...

The delicious irony at the heart of trusting AI (abilitynet.org.uk)

When trying to read an article exploring our trust in AI, an AI-powered system designed to tell humans and machines apart had done exactly that - just in reverse. Read on...

Partial Accessibility Is Sometimes Worse Than No Accessibility at All (sheribyrnehaber.medium.com)

To people who do not use assistive technology, partial accessibility sounds like a reasonable compromise. Some access is better than none…

Five Years of CRIPtic Arts - CRIPtic Arts (cripticarts.org)

By CRIPtic Arts Artistic Director, Jamie Hale. It’s hard to believe that CRIPtic is five years old, but when I look around it, I am filled with pride and amazement and appreciation…

ableFly - Fast Changing Honoree 2026 - ableMove (ablemove.co.uk)

Delighted to announce that ableMove after 4 years of work with Transport Canada and the ableFly team, we can share the awesome news of a new product we are looking to bring to market. Which has been announced as an ‘On the rise’ honoree in Fast Company’s 2026 world-changing ideas. See the press release below.

Hundreds Take to the Streets in Oslo for Disability Pride Parade 2026 - ENIL (enil.eu)

On Saturday, disabled people, allies, families, and supporters gathered in the streets of Oslo for Stolthetsparaden 2026 (The Pride Parade of Disabled People), Norway’s ...

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Living well with multiple sclerosis requires constant adjustments. We share why discipline, healthy habits, and intentional choices matter now more than ever.

Why Employers Shouldn’t Fear Hiring People With A Learning Disability | Crip Life™ (criplife.co.uk)

Employers across the UK are being held back from hiring people with a learning disability by a ‘misplaced fear’ of getting it wrong, not by cost or capability, new polling by Mencap reveals.

How Mental Health Can Complicate the Decision to Have Children (nytimes.com)

Five stories show the hurdles that people with psychological diagnoses face when considering parenthood.

Parental Mental Health — Not Medication — Drives Autism Correlation, Study Finds - Disability Scoop (disabilityscoop.com)

While parental depression is strongly linked to child neurodevelopmental disorders, taking antidepressants during pregnancy does not appear to significantly increase a child’s risk of autism.

A Speech Therapist Had An Idea For Sensory-Friendly Haircare. Students Helped Figure It Out - Disability Scoop (disabilityscoop.com)

After hearing about someone who fell while transferring from a wheelchair to a hair salon chair, Madeline Johnson had an idea for an accessible shampoo bowl, but she needed help to make it a reality.

Netflix To Debut Movie Starring Actor With Down Syndrome - Disability Scoop (disabilityscoop.com)

An award-winning film centering on the relationship between a father and his son with Down syndrome is set to be released.

With 2 New Sports, Special Olympics To Get Underway - Disability Scoop (disabilityscoop.com)

For the first time in years, thousands of athletes with disabilities are preparing to come together from across the country for a week of competition and much of it will be broadcast.

The History of the “Mind Cure” Movement (uptonrebecca.substack.com)

The myth that chronic illness and disability can be “cured” through positive thinking and shifts in mindset has actually been around for centuries

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The myth that chronic illness and disability can be “cured” through positive thinking and shifts in mindset has actually been around for centuries.

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Navigating Order, Sound, and Silence | Section 508 Trusted Tester Study Group Session 9 (a11ynews.substack.com)

Wathc recording on youtube.

Home | Ashoka Tech for Human Agency (techforhumanagency.ashoka.org)

Tech for Human Agency is an Ashoka initiative that empowers changemakers using technology to enhance agency, foster shared purpose and unlocking potential at scale.

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Air travel: report exposes multiple barriers for passengers with disabilities (edf-feph.org)

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EXCLUSIVE: Inspired By The World Cup? 🏆 Get Involved in Disability Football ⚽️ | Crip Life™ (criplife.substack.com)

With the 2026 FIFA World Cup in full swing, has football fever inspired you to get involved, but you’re unsure where to start?

We Cannot Move Disability Rights Out of Education (sarasminkara.substack.com)

Welcome back to Curious Constructs, where I explore and challenge the barriers that prevent us from bringing our full, authentic selves forward—whether those barriers are personal or systemic.

‘I don’t like being stuck in an office’: the young people helping plant a ring of trees around London (theguardian.com)

London Tree Ring project aims to create corridors of plant and animal life around the city to strengthen its biodiversity

U.S. ED announces partnerships to strengthen programs for students with disabilities (disabilityinsider.com)

The U.S. Department of Education (ED) announced four new interagency agreements (IAAs) designed to reduce federal bureaucracy and improve the efficient delivery of federally funded programs and activities to better support students and families.

Lack of learning-disability nurses in UK is an ‘absolute crisis’, says union (theguardian.com)

Exclusive: Royal College of Nursing says 1.5m vulnerable people not getting the right care, as specialism is ‘consistently undermined’

Ed Department Strikes Deal To Offload Special Education - Disability Scoop (disabilityscoop.com)

The Trump administration is making good on a long-promised plan to shift responsibility for many special education programs out of the U.S. Department of Education.

The Missing Piece in Accessible Travel and How to Find it (blog.wheeltheworld.com)

The accessible travel industry has come a long way. Ramps, roll-in showers, hotel filters, better information. But talk to any disabled traveler and they’ll point to the same thing that’s still missing: community. See why Anthony from The World is Accessible believes it matters the most.

SDS Conference 2027 (sites.google.com)

Call for Papers Note: A text-only version of the information below is available as a Google Doc at this link.

Beyond Masking and Towards Supporting Autistic Authenticity — THINKING PERSON’S GUIDE TO AUTISM (thinkingautismguide.com)

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Rylo raises $85M to expand AI communication tools for deaf and hard-of-hearing users | MobiHealthNews (mobihealthnews.com)

The company, formerly known as Nagish, said the funding will support its expansion from phone-call captioning into a broader AI-powered communication platform.

Nonspeakers question donations to Sen. Fahy after exclusionary amendment (nbcnews.com)

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Federal Medicaid Spending Through State Directed Payments Nears $100 Billion Annually Across 41 States, With New Limits Set to Reduce Funding to States | KFF (kff.org)

Forty states and DC currently receive $93 billion in annual federal Medicaid spending through state directed payments (SDPs) and may be at risk due to forthcoming limits on these payments, according to new KFF estimates. Annual federal spending on SDPs is highest in California (an estimated $10.6 billion)—followed by Texas ($6.3 billion), North Carolina ($5.2 billion), and Illinois ($5.1 billion).

The Resource - Disability: Understanding Ableism, Sexual Violence, and Healthy Sexuality - National Sexual Violence Resource Center (NSVRC) (nsvrc.org)

Halle Nelson May 28, 2026 NSVRC is committed to continuing the ongoing conversation about the intersection between disability and gender-based violence. For the theme of this issue of The Resource, we emphasize the systemic and cultural failures that make disabled populations face an increased risk of sexual violence. Disability is a broad spectrum, and members […]

Final Rules for Medicaid Work Requirements Are Out. Here’s What You Need To Know. - KFF Health News (kffhealthnews.org)

The Trump administration has laid out what millions of Americans on Medicaid must do to prove they’re working or completing other activities. Health policy researchers and consumer advocates say there are some important takeaways.

National COVID-19 trends, June 16 - The Sick Times (thesicktimes.org)

The U.S.’s low lull in COVID-19 spread continues. Disease levels in wastewater and healthcare data remain very low through early June. While there are possible increases in some places, particularly in the Midwest and South, it’s unclear if a summer wave — which we’ve seen every year since the pandemic began — is starting soon. Meanwhile, World Cup matches in several major cities may pose new disease threats.

Work until you disappear: Long COVID ensnared me in an exploitative health system - The Sick Times (thesicktimes.org)

The disease emphasizes the racism and ableism of the public health sector in Germany. People with disabilities and chronic illnesses must be prioritized over profits.

DanceSyndrome (dancesyndrome.co.uk)

We are proud to share the news that DanceSyndrome Trustee Professor Jamie Waterall OBE has been recognised in the Kings Honours.

Disability Belongs™ Fireside Chat: “Color Book” with David Fortune - Disability Belongs™ (disabilitybelongs.org)

Join Disability Belongs™ for a special virtual fireside chat with award-winning filmmaker David Fortune, writer and director of “Color Book.”

Save the Date! – The Disability History Association (dishist.org)

UK social media ban could cut lifeline for disabled children, campaigners warn (theguardian.com)

Activists say blanket ban could prevent teenagers from finding peers and role models with similar conditions

The NDIS spent a year fighting our request to give our quadriplegic kid a wheelchair. Talk about wasteful | Natasha Sholl (theguardian.com)

What’s frustrating about Labor’s budget cuts is that they imply disabled people are to blame for cost blow-outs

New Mobility Newsletter – Jun. 16, 2026 (newmobility.com)

Travel wheelchairs, resuable catheter, Josh Turek, prior authorization, Jarom Hlebasko, adaptive gardening.

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Research updates, June 16 - The Sick Times (thesicktimes.org)

Two recent studies have added more evidence that the diabetes drug metformin can reduce the risk of Long COVID.

Amendments to the Proposal for a Council recommendation on fighting housing exclusion - ENIL (enil.eu)

ENIL Calls for Stronger Disability Inclusion in the Council Recommendation on Fighting Housing Exclusion ENIL welcomes the European Commission’s Proposal for a Council Recommendation ...

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Home Page: Biological Psychiatry (biologicalpsychiatryjournal.com)

Chef Grégory Cuilleron discusses accessibility, inclusion and kitchen culture (melangeandco.com)

Chef Grégory Cuilleron shares his journey on disability inclusion, kitchen culture, and making the culinary world more accessible for all.

Grégory Cuilleron – Cuisinier lyonnais (gregorycuilleron.com)

This former Paralympic athlete could become the 1st person with a physical disability to live in orbit (space.com)

“If we can make this mission happen, it won’t just be a milestone for human spaceflight; it will send a powerful message about what people with disabilities are capable of, and that there should be no limit to what you can achieve — on Earth or in space.”

8 Surprising Migraine Triggers, from Those Who Know from Experience (people.com)

We talked to real people who get migraines about the unexpected things that set them off—and what actually helps.

This Morning star Claire Sisk accused of ‘faking her blindness’ over using phone in public (entertainmentdaily.com)

ITV This Morning regular Claire Sisk has revealed she has been accused of “faking” her disability by online trolls

Surprising My Husband with Ostomy Friendly Swimwear | Let’s Talk IBD (youtube.com)

Today I wanted to share some of my stoma friendly swimsuits I purchased for the summer! I have found a balance between hiding my ostomy away and letting it s...

misery meals: a crip community anti-cookbook for when eating and cooking is hard (sliding scale 25-45) - misery merch 3’s Ko-fi Shop (ko-fi.com)

How do we feed ourselves when we can’t get out of bed? When we aren’t even sure we want to be alive? When every time we try to make rice, it feels lik...

Artist Christine Sun Kim on How Her Deaf Rage Grew Into Deaf Wrath (culturedmag.com)

Almost a decade ago, the artist Christine Sun Kim made a series of drawings called “Degrees of Deaf Rage.” Now, it’s even deeper.

Esse 117 - Crip - Contemporary Art Magazine (esse.ca)

Spring Summer 2026While “handi” (short for the term “handicapé” in French) and “crip” (derived from “cripple,” meaning “disabled”) are diminutive forms of stigmatizing terms, the meaning we ascribe to them is by no means reductive. On the contrary, they carry a political weight that provides those who embrace them with a powerful tool for empowerment, offering disabled artists non-normative ways for articulating the strange temporalities of disabled experience and alternative ways for navigating an ableist art world. In this issue, we are interested precisely in this work of social, political, and cultural transformation, and we focus on the ways in which crip authors and artists address the different challenges they face.Cover: Hac VinentAccident, exhibition view, Fundació Joan Miró, Barcelona, 2024.Photo: Roberto Ruiz, courtesy of the artist & ADN Galeria, Barcelona

Webinars and Other Events - National Center for Disability and Pregnancy Research (heller.brandeis.edu)

Previous events held by the National Center for Disability and Pregnancy Research.

Gaps in Reproductive Healthcare Resources for People with Disabilities - Lurie Institute for Disability Policy (heller.brandeis.edu)

PUSH/PULL - a Culture Push Publication (push-pull.cargo.site)

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Jobs & Opportunities - D.A.R.E – Disabled Artists’ Residency Exchange (disabilityarts.online)

Applications are now open for D.A.R.E – Disabled Artist Residency Exchange A new, disabled-led residency created to support the growth, visibility and sustainability of DDN artists in the UK. What is D.A.R.E? D.A.R.E is a 4-day residency bringing together a small group of D/deaf, disabled and neurodivergent artists in a…

Become a Member — FWD-DOC: Documentary Filmmakers With Disabilities (fwd-doc.org)

On Prosthetics: Berenice Olmedo and David Gissen in Conversation - New Museum (newmuseum.org)

Starting to Dream Again (sarahlevis.substack.com)

How rebuilding a future begins after you’ve learned to survive disability

On Representation, Reckoning, and Repair - Able News at The Viscardi Center (ablenews.com)

As I reflect on the 18th annual ReelAbilities Film Festival: New York, held April 23–30 across all five boroughs, New Jersey, and online through May 3, what resonates most deeply for me is not one film, panel, or award. It is the evolution. For decades, colleagues and I have argued that disability, in all its […]

Ableism is getting worse and I’m finding this work harder than before (lucywebster.substack.com)

Hello, I am finding this work hard.

The old ‘warfare v welfare’ arguments are back – but it’s Britain’s real duty to spend on both | Frances Ryan (theguardian.com)

Slashing benefits in favour of defence will make millions less, not more, safe, says Guardian columnist Frances Ryan

Airline disability training rules set to improve accessible air travel (disabilityinsider.com)

A major change to disability rights in air travel is set to take effect in US, requiring airlines to provide improve disability training for flight attendants. The new federal regulation, scheduled to become effective on June 17, aims to improve the travel experience and safety of passengers with disabilities.

Five-star service from mobility equipment firm saved our holiday (theguardian.com)

Wuva staff’s kindness and empathy means we are able to plan more trips away

A Safe, Effective Reusable Catheter System (newmobility.com)

What if you took a handful of the best features from premium catheters and put them into a catheter that came with a small, portable base that allowed you to easily clean, disinfect and reuse the…

How Wheelchair Users’ Repair Stories Moved a Congresswoman to Act (newmobility.com)

In more than 50 years as a manual wheelchair user, Pam Daly has amassed so many wheelchair repair horror stories that she can no longer keep track of which ones she’s told — or who she’s told them to.

Lincoln City Glass Center - accessible glass blowing Oregon - Have Wheelchair Will Travel (havewheelchairwilltravel.net)

Lincoln City Glass Center offers visitors accessible glass blowing workshops or a step-free shopping experience if you are short on time.

Families Fear Loss Of Caregivers As Disability Service Cuts Loom - Disability Scoop (disabilityscoop.com)

Cuts to developmental disability services in one state will soon mean that the maximum many caregivers can be paid will drop about 25% putting families already struggling to find help in a tough spot.

New Luxury Café-Wine Bar Aims To Serve Up Jobs For Those With IDD - Disability Scoop (disabilityscoop.com)

A team with deep roots in special education and hospitality plans to open a luxury coffeehouse and wine bar employing people with disabilities and they hope to replicate the concept in other cities.

With 2 New Sports, Special Olympics To Get Underway - Disability Scoop (disabilityscoop.com)

For the first time in years, thousands of athletes with disabilities are preparing to come together from across the country for a week of competition and much of it will be broadcast.

Bus Users UK – proud supporters of Better Transport Week 2026 –... (bususers.org)

15 to 21 June is Campaign for Better Transport’s Better Transport Week - an annual week-long celebration of sustainable transport. This year’s theme is ‘celebrating how better transport connects...

Building Confidence, Community, and Accessible Communication - Disability Belongs™ (disabilitybelongs.org)

Eric A.’s journey with Disability Belongs™ is not just about building a career in marketing and communications.

The Dance Floor Was Supposed to Be Safe (open.substack.com)

On Pulse, Drew, and the spaces queer people build because the world doesn’t always hold us.

Living With Scoliosis: When Things Change - Despite Pain (despitepain.com)

June is Scoliosis Awareness Month, so I thought it was the perfect time to explain a wee bit more about my back pain. I have been living with scoliosis (a curvature of my spine) for fifty years, and with the pain it’s brought for over forty years. I’ve learned to...

Beyond 6 Seconds: Neurodiversity stories from neurodivergent people: Your voice makes a difference – with Dory and Mike, hosts of the Othering Podcast (beyond6seconds.com)

As the hosts of the Othering Podcast, Mike and Dory advocate for marginalized communities. Their podcast provides a platform where neurodivergent, disabled and LGBTQ+ people can share their stories. During this episode, you will hear Dory and Mike talk about: Why they started the Othering Podcast, and how they came up with the name of the show Sharing their own lived experiences of neurodivergence and disability on their podcast How they select their podcast guests and topics Why is it important to amplify the stories of disabled and LGBTQ+ people Learning from the feedback they have received about their podcast The long-term impact they want their podcast to have Listen to the Othering Podcast interviews mentioned in this episode: Joseph Kibler: Mychal Threets: You can find all episodes of the Othering Podcast at . Support or sponsor Beyond 6 Seconds: Read the episode transcript: Follow the Beyond 6 Seconds podcast in your favorite podcast player: Subscribe to the FREE Beyond 6 Seconds newsletter for early access to new episodes: Disclaimer: The views, guidance, opinions, and thoughts expressed in Beyond 6 Seconds episodes are solely mine and/or those of my guests, and do not necessarily represent those of my employer or other organizations. These episodes are for informational purposes only and do not substitute for professional medical advice. Consult a medical professional or healthcare provider if you are seeking medical advice, diagnoses, or treatment.

Learning Disability Week 2026 | DanceSyndrome (dancesyndrome.co.uk)

Monday 16th June sees the start of national Learning Disability Week 2025. This year the theme is “Do you see me?”

“Do you see me… advancing public health?” | DanceSyndrome (dancesyndrome.co.uk)

This Learning Disability Week, we are pleased to share a new article published in Perspectives in Public Health.

Mencap’s ‘Job Squad’ highlights how people with a learning disability can be helped to succeed in the workplace (ablemagazine.co.uk)

Employers across the UK are being urged to rethink what talent looks like, as new research reveals why so few people with a learning disability are in work. To mark Learning Disability Week…

Canada pledges inclusion of persons with disabilities at UN (disabilityinsider.com)

This week, Leslie Church, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Jobs and Families (Persons with Disabilities), led Canada’s delegation to the 19th session of the UN Conference of States Parties to the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD) in New York, where she underscored Canada’s ongoing commitment to advancing the rights, inclusion and full participation of persons with disabilities.

$455K to improve Autism assessment and diagnosis (disabilityinsider.com)

Navigating the assessment and diagnosis of Autism will soon be easier, with development of new information and resources for Autistic people, their families and carers.

Depressive symptoms linked to shorter healthy lifespan in older adults (disabilityinsider.com)

Depression is a serious mental health issue that can rob us of joy - and years of healthy living. While we know that depressive symptoms can cut down the remaining years of disability-free living (or “healthspan”) in older adults, it was unclear exactly which symptoms could be the culprit. Researchers from Tohoku University, the Tohoku Medical Megabank Organization, and the National Institute of Biomedical Innovation, Health and Nutrition have found that different patterns of depressive symptoms are associated with disability-free survival in community dwelling older adults, and that these associations differ between men and women.

Disability Inclusion in Schools Cannot Wait | Crip Life™ (criplife.co.uk)

Disability rights advocate Yasmin Atwal has created a National School Disability Inclusion Toolkit designed to help schools implement accessibility practices.

Pachinko machines get new life and become big hit in Japanese assisted care facility | SoraNews24 —Japan News— (soranews24.com)

Better living through chrome-plated balls.

Primary care doctors raise alarm as telehealth companies get involved in obesity drugs (npr.org)

Telehealth companies offer lifestyle support so people taking obesity drugs can have the most success losing weight. But employers also want the telehealth providers to limit spending on the drugs.

1 in 4 Covered California Enrollees Could Get State Aid Under Newsom Proposal - KFF Health News (kffhealthnews.org)

California is considering expanding financial help for low-income residents struggling to pay high health insurance premiums after losing federal subsidies. But relief for state marketplace customers will be limited. Here’s who may get help and what it could mean for premiums.

Ebola cases in DRC climb to 710 as death toll reaches 149 (trtafrika.com)

The number of confirmed Ebola cases in the Democratic Republic of Congo increase to 710, with official data recording 149 deaths.

Disability rights advocates file lawsuit over Illinois’ ‘dangerous’ right-to-die law (wbez.org)

The legislation is set to take effect in September. The lawsuits, filed Thursday in Illinois and New York, contend the act discriminates against people with disabilities.

People - DREDF (dredf.org)

Disability Rights Education & Defense Fund

Prior backing for fertility care reversed in Senate panel’s NDAA (rollcall.com)

Senate Armed Services Committee Republicans, in a reversal, voted this week to oppose an NDAA provision that would broaden health care coverage for military families’ fertility treatments, a Democratic senator said Thursday. “After everything our troops sacrifice for our nation, they should never have to sacrifice their dreams of building a family,” said Sen. Tammy […]

Medical Frailty Rule Contravenes HR 1, Burdens The Health Care System, And Threatens Public Health | Health Affairs Forefront (healthaffairs.org)

The new rule implementing HR 1’s Medicaid community engagement provision diverges from state expectations. No last-minute change is likely more harmful than the administration’s final approach to “medical frailty,” which ignores statutory guardrails.

White House response to hantavirus and Ebola contrasts with COVID criticisms (npr.org)

The administration imposed mandatory quarantine orders on two passengers from the cruise ship hit by hantavirus and is blocking Americans who catch Ebola from returning home for treatment.

Submission on Disability Support Services Bill (disabilityinsider.com)

The New Zealand Council of Trade Unions Te Kauae Kaimahi (NZCTU) does not support this Bill and recommends that it be withdrawn. While it may be important to have a legal basis for Disability Support Services (DSS) we share concerns that many provisions as drafted will harm the disabled community, including their whānau and family carers.

Half of women with back pain report mental health strain (disabilityinsider.com)

The Australian Chiropractors Association (ACA) released new national survey data revealing that 86.7% of Australian women suffered back pain in the past 12 months.

Disabled people with lifelong conditions facing ‘unnecessary’ Pip reassessments (theguardian.com)

‘Pointless’ reviews are wasting public money and ‘significantly harming’ the mental health of claimants, charity says

Airlines Face Deadline To Improve Disability Accommodations - Disability Scoop (disabilityscoop.com)

A new federal rule requires airlines to take steps to ensure that they are prepared to assist passengers with disabilities and carriers have just a few more days to comply.

Crip Doula Note #2 (ngwagwa.substack.com)

Silence in the Margins

Q&A: How Netflix does Accessibility | Audio Descriptions, Captions & Localization (open.substack.com)

Netflix & Chill? Only if the accessibility features are working! But how exactly do they work on the product side? Find out in this interview with Elisa Beniero, Senior Manager of Strategy & Innovation at Netflix

The Guardian view on disability rights: the removal of legal safeguards brings risks | Editorial (theguardian.com)

Editorial: Charities are right to be concerned about the supreme court’s decision to lessen oversight of care settings

Medications Are Not Magic (open.substack.com)

And I’m tired of able-bodied people expecting them to be.

Zanzibar Signs Sh3 Billion Deal to Revolutionize Inclusive Education Across the Archipelago (streamlinefeed.co.ke)

Zanzibar signs a historic Sh3 billion agreement with the Norwegian Association of Disabled to overhaul inclusive education and introduce sign language in...

DWP Confirms Eight Metabolic Conditions Eligible for Weekly PIP (streamlinefeed.co.ke)

The Department for Work and Pensions has outlined eight metabolic conditions, including severe obesity, that qualify claimants for up to £194 in weekly support.

Host Publications Presents: A Queer Poetry Reading at Poets House (eventbrite.com)

Featuring LGBTQ+ Poetry Lammy Finalists & Host Poets: Eli Claire, jason b crawford, Qurat Dar, Joshua Garcia, heidi rhodes, Stacey Waite

Visual AIDS is hiring an Archive Fellow | Visual AIDS (visualaids.org)

We are now accepting applications for an Archive Fellow position to assist in publishing a finding aid to the David Hirsh Tapes Collection.

Disabled Erotics (theschoolofmakingthinking.com)

Enrollment Open

Vocational & Campus Coordinator at Center for Independent Living, Inc. (jobs.gusto.com)

The Vocational & Campus Coordinator empowers youth and adults with disabilities through workforce development, postsecondary support, career readiness training, and individualized vocational guidance that promotes independence, inclusion, and meaningful employment opportunities.

Disability Tech Index — A.T. Experience Survey (disabilitytechindex.org)

Share your firsthand experience with assistive technology. The Disability Tech Index is building the most comprehensive map of what works, what falls short, and where the gaps are.

Mad Hubs — Project LETS (projectlets.org)

Deaf Arts Leadership (deafartsleadership.org)

Deaf Arts Leadership (DAL) is a new pilot program by Urban Jazz Dance Company and Deaf Spotlight. DAL aims to increase the pool of Deaf, DeafBlind, DeafDisabled and Hard of Hearing leaders in the arts and culture sector across the United States. Many thanks to the Borealis Philanthropy Disability In

Bob Flanagan Memorial and Marathon Reading (youtube.com)

Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

Reid Davenport (reiddavenport.com)

Announcing the 2026 Guggenheim Fellows — Guggenheim Fellowships: Supporting Artists, Scholars, & Scientists (gf.org)

Since 1925, the Guggenheim Foundation has given Fellowships to exceptional artists, writers, scholars, and scientists, empowering them to pursue meaningful work under the freest possible conditions.

2026 Access Living Gala (trellis.org)

Join us Thursday, June 18, 2026!

Denver Teen with Down Syndrome Stars in Award-Winning Film Debuting on Netflix During Father’s Day Weekend | Global Down Syndrome Foundation (globaldownsyndrome.org)

Color Book star Jeremiah Daniels will also appear before hundreds of the world’s leading Down syndrome scientists at an international conference co-organized by GLOBAL As Father’s Day approaches, Denver-area teenager Jeremiah Daniels is about to have a remarkable week in the national and internat

Wheelchair User Stranded at Walmart After Driver Parks in Van-Accessible Ramp Space (yahoo.com)

Most people glance at the diagonal hash marks painted next to a handicap parking spot and think one of two things: abstract art, or somebody’s attempt to waste pavement. Rachelle Chapman would like a ...

Wheels of hope: Mohamed’s journey to independence (unicef.org)

Reaching children with disabilities across Syria with cash assistance and access to education

Supreme Court ruling ‘opens the door to reduced scrutiny’ and ‘warehousing’ of disabled people (disabilitynewsservice.com)

Disabled people’s organisations have strongly condemned last week’s ruling by the Supreme Court, which they say has “dismantled” the system that protected service-users who are unable to consent to…

Minnesota’s most vulnerable citizens are paying the price for government failures | Access Press (accesspress.org)

Minnesota’s disability service providers support thousands of our state’s most vulnerable citizens every day. We provide homes, stability, and services […]

Nonprofit buys experimental cancer drug to maintain patient access (statnews.com)

In a rare move, nonprofit organization Blood Cancer United is buying the remaining supplies of a discontinued investigational cancer drug.

How gaps in education, work and welfare support can push neurodivergent people into homelessness (theconversation.com)

Homelessness among neurodivergent people isn’t just about housing, it reflects repeated failures across support systems.

DWP launches research into support for autistic claimants, just months after death of David Panther (disabilitynewsservice.com)

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is researching how it supports neurodivergent claimants of universal credit (UC), months after an autistic man took his own life after becoming increasing…

Disclosure Revised (disabilitycommunityfordemocracy.substack.com)

How PTSD is weaponized in disability advocacy spaces

Trump Administration Says It Will Restore LGBTQ+ Youth Crisis Line It Eliminated Last Year (them.us)

They are trying to figure out how to reconnect LGBTQ+ youth with specialized suicide counselors while complying with policies that deny recognition of trans people. The LGBTQ+ community is skeptical.

Chicago’s first universally accessible playgroundopens on the Midway Plaisance (hpherald.com)

Six-year-old Mekhi Martin crouched over a pile of sticks Monday morning, considering his father’s latest suggestion.

How Disability-Led Design is Changing India’s Arts and Cultural Places - Global Disability News (globaldisabilitynews.org)

As a young boy on a school trip to a museum, Shailesh Kulal remembers feeling left out. “I could hear my classmates whisper, ‘wow, wow’ as we moved through the exhibits,” Kulal says. “But I could not understand what the excitement was about.”Blind since birth, Kulal could not access what the exhibits were meant to convey, and the museum staff made no effort to help him engage with them. “That was my first and last visit to a museum as a child,” he says.

Dramatic Cuts in New NIH Research Funding Across the Board (leftbrainrightbrain.co.uk)

NIH autism research funding has collapsed since Mr. Kennedy became HHS Secretary. I wrote about this in my open letter to the IACC. Then I got curious: are the cuts limited to autism, or is this ha…

Oumou Aidara Wants You to Play Sports Slower – Cripple Media (cripplemedia.com)

A Family Ravaged by Land Mines in Myanmar (nytimes.com)

Bu Ri lost a leg to a mine in Myanmar decades ago. More recently, six other members of his family have suffered a similar fate or worse, in a sign of the devastation wreaked by civil war.

Night Sweats, Disability and Sleep: Fixing Temperature Swings in Bed | Disability Horizons (disabilityhorizons.com)

Waking too hot then too cold at night? Learn how PoTS, spinal cord injury, hormonal changes and other conditions affect temperature regulation during sleep

Young Adaptive Clothing Line Hosts First Disability Pride Catwalk In Manchester | Crip Life™ (criplife.co.uk)

Discover the Disability Pride Catwalk in Manchester, an inclusive fashion show celebrating disabled, neurodivergent and chronically ill models wearing adaptive designs by a local label.

Fable 5 Disabled Globally | US Export Directive Explained (economictimes.indiatimes.com)

Anthropic had to disable Fable 5 due to a US export directive asking the company to take it down for every foreign national. The US govt. sites a cyber security risk and the fact that they have discovered a jail break. We explain what happened under 60 seconds. #Anthropic #US #Fable5

Now is the Time for Disability Representation in Documentary Films - Props No More (propsnomore.org)

By Beth Haller.Co-Director, Global Alliance for Disability in Media and Entertainment (GADIM)& Executive Producer of Props No More The time is now for truly authentic documentary (and scripted) filmmaking. GADIM’S documentary Props No More is building on a legacy of disabled filmmaker-led documentaries for at least three decades. What I...

‘You’re treated like this is the end’: Meet the dementia rebels – diagnosed and determined to change people’s minds (theguardian.com)

Few things are more feared than a dementia diagnosis. Now people living with the condition are fighting against damaging stereotypes and demanding proper medical support

Andy Burnham: Disabled activists deliver their verdict (disabilitynewsservice.com)

Andy Burnham’s record in engaging with disabled people’s organisations suggests he could end Labour’s “war on disabled people” if he becomes prime minister, but activists warned this week that “war…

Bad Disability Representation in Media, Ep. 1: Heidi (youtube.com)

What is bad disability representation in media? Stereotypes that portray disabled people as burdens and disability as something to be cured extend beyond the...

We Need to Talk About Dating With a Disability - with Dateability App Founders | TGDNN Podcast (youtube.com)

Dating with a disability comes with a set of questions most apps never consider, from when to disclose to whether a community of your own means inclusion or ...

Seeing Myself on Screen at the Seattle Deaf Film Festival - Global Disability News (globaldisabilitynews.org)

The Seattle Deaf Film Festival (SDFF) is a biennial event in Seattle, Washington. Run by Deaf Spotlight, it highlights Deaf culture through films, art, workshops, and camps.​This year’s SDFF featured 38 films from 12 countries: Australia, Brazil, Canada, France, Hong Kong, Ireland, the Netherlands, Norway, Spain, Sweden, the United Kingdom, and the United States. It was a hybrid event, with its in-person run lasting for three days, and afterward, all films were available for streaming for two weeks.​

Transgender Law Center Hosts Largest Convening of Trans Leaders - Transgender Law Center (transgenderlawcenter.org)

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 22, 2026 CONTACT: Sara Mar, Senior Media Relations Manager, saram@transgenderlawcenter.org K Richardson, Communications Manager, k@transgenderlawcenter.org Transgender Law Center Hosts Largest Convening of Trans Leaders NATIONAL – Today, Transgender Law Center (TLC) celebrates the conclusion of a historic event—the first and largest conference focused on strengthening trans leadership and the trans rights […]

The Travel Essentials Nobody Tells Disabled People to Bring (youtube.com)

Traveling for anyone is stressful, but for disabled people, it can be even more stressful. We have to pack extra things to make sure our flight and stay go s...

Lachi’s Guide To Accessible Spots In New York (service95.com)

From vibey Thai spots to Manhattan wine bars and sensory friendly venues, comedian Lachi shares her guide to accessible New York

If You Care About Queer People, Wear a Mask (open.substack.com)

On queer history and the threat of COVID

Open call for promising practices of supported employment - ENIL (enil.eu)

ENIL is calling on everyone to help us provide every disabled person with acess to employment and income. Report to us information on promising ...

A list of things that make me feel proud (lucywebster.substack.com)

Hello, It’s June and it’s Pride, and I have been lucky enough to spend some time this week in rainbow-bedecked spaces with people I love.

We must free Long COVID and the people living with it from the mind-body trap - The Sick Times (thesicktimes.org)

There is a recurring pattern in the history of medicine that still pops up from time to time. When our understanding of a disease lags far behind the need for explanations, biology becomes a matter of one’s own perception. This inevitably shifts the burden of proof back onto the people we should be helping; those who suffer with the disease. A recent essay on Long COVID published in WIRED magazine leans into this familiar trope, reframing the condition as a matter of unrealistic expectations.

Is It Okay to Ask About Someone’s Disability? A Guide to Respectful Conversations and Language - Disability Belongs™ (disabilitybelongs.org)

When approached with respect, curiosity, and care, conversations about disability can build understanding, connection, and inclusion.

A Podcast Tribute to Alice Wong (podaccess.substack.com)

Remembering a beloved disabled ancestor

Iz (izpaehr.xyz)

AXSChat Podcast with Megan Smith - AXSChat (axschat.com)

Megan Smith serves as Director of Global Accommodations at Amazon, where she leads the technology, experiences, and services supporting accommodations and accessibility for over 1.5 million employees worldwide. A pioneering force in corporate accessibility, Megan established Amazon’s first employee-focused accessibility program in 2018 and has since expanded her scope to oversee all employee medical, non-medical,

World Cup 2026: Are Americans excited about World Cup? (bbc.com)

With the World Cup under way, how excited are people across the United States - and do they even know it’s on?

A Shattered Lens: Global Outcry Over Visually Impaired Boy in Gaza (streamlinefeed.co.ke)

A devastated Palestinian boy weeping over shattered glasses exposes the total collapse of medical care in Gaza. The human cost demands immediate attention.

Sub-granting for EDF Members: Empowered by AI - European Disability Forum (edf-feph.org)

The European Disability Forum (EDF) is launching a sub-granting programme under the project funded by Google.org “Empowered by AI” to support EDF member organisations and their members who want to work on Artificial Intelligence (AI). The aim is to empower Organisations of Persons with Disabilities (OPDs) and strengthen their capacity to understand, use, and engage with AI by developing AI-related activities at local, national and...

EU Global Health Policy Forum - Public Health - European Commission (health.ec.europa.eu)

EU Global Health Policy Forum 2026

Making the Human Dimension Future-Proof: Ukraine Recovery Conference - European Disability Forum (edf-feph.org)

Bringing together senior decision-makers from European institutions, internationally recognised business leaders, leaders from government and human rights institutions, and award winning peace activists, this side event will explore how human-centred and future-proof recovery approaches can strengthen Ukraine’s long-term economic resilience, competitiveness, and European future. The discussion will focus on practical solutions across workforce participation, veteran...

House Finally Passes First $10,000 Benefits Increase in Over 20 Years for Catastrophically Disabled Veterans (military.com)

In an exclusive interview, Mike Bost says the bill provides long-overdue support for disabled veterans and military families.

2026 VA Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC) Rates (military.com)

VA Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC) is a monthly benefit paid to eligible survivors of deceased service members or veterans.

Deprivation of Liberty Safeguards (DoLS) at a glance - SCIE (scie.org.uk)

Brune | Editors’ Introduction | Disability Studies Quarterly (dsq-sds.org)

Inclusive plan backed for Lake Mac - Disability Insider (disabilityinsider.com)

A strategy addressing barriers to inclusion for people living with disability in Lake Macquarie was recommended for public exhibition at Council meeting on June 8.

How Nurses Improve Life With Chronic Illness – URevolution (urevolution.com)

Democracy is Under Attack in the Northeast (disabilitycommunityfordemocracy.substack.com)

The disability community is on the front lines

Newly passed bill removes ‘offensive language’ from Mass. General Laws (boston.com)

The bill replaces terms such as “handicapped,” “disabled,” and the “r-word” with person-first language, including “persons with a disability.”

Beyond the Myths: Four People Talk About the Reality of Living With EDS & HSD – EDSAwareness.com - EDSAwareness.com (chronicpainpartners.com)

Explore the lived experiences of four people with EDS and HSD while shedding light on the realities — and myths — surrounding these often invisible conditions.

College Accommodations for Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome – EDSAwareness.com - EDSAwareness.com (chronicpainpartners.com)

College should be challenging because of the work, not your disability. Learn about both informal and formal accommodations that can help students with EDS succeed.

What’s the Point of Pursuing EDS Diagnosis? – EDSAwareness.com - EDSAwareness.com (chronicpainpartners.com)

Wondering if an EDS diagnosis is worth it? Here are the benefits of getting diagnosed.

Why a Sun Umbrella May Deserve a Spot in Your Dysautonomia Toolkit This Summer – EDSAwareness.com - EDSAwareness.com (chronicpainpartners.com)

This article explores why a sun umbrella has been one of my go-to dysautonomia tools for more than 20 years.

MAHA’s Treatments for Autism: Camel’s Milk, Stem Cell Injections — And Spelling Therapy - KFF Health News (kffhealthnews.org)

Health secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s new autism panel is championing a controversial communication method popular among parents of severely autistic people. Critics warn of abuse — and fake “telepathy.”

My Ostomy Saved My Life – EDSAwareness.com - EDSAwareness.com (chronicpainpartners.com)

For Tayler Goectau, EDS lead to severe gastrointestinal dysfunction. An ostomy saved her life.

Back From My First Residency! - by Rachel Kolb (rachelrkolb.substack.com)

Reflections on a month of writing in Minnesota

Medicaid Work Requirements In Arkansas: Two-Year Impacts On Coverage, Employment, And Affordability Of Care | Health Affairs (healthaffairs.org)

Trump’s Incredibly Misleading, Downright Outrageous Case for Medicaid Cuts (thebulwark.com)

A new report has left economists flabbergasted.

Federal Judge Blocks Arkansas Medicaid Work Requirement (ualrpublicradio.org)

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How the travel industry is becoming autism-friendly (newsday.com)

Credentialing programs help US attractions prioritize inclusivity for neurodivergent travelers.

The Power of Words: How Disability Language Shapes Our World (theworldisaccessible.com)

Explore how disability language shapes perceptions, and why the words we choose matter in creating a more inclusive world.

The ADA Nerd: Tips and Tricks for Traveling with a Wheelchair (theworldisaccessible.com)

The ADA Nerd starts us off on a journey towards finding out all the very best tips and tricks for traveling with a wheelchair!

3 Accessible Trails in the Rocky Mountain National Park (theworldisaccessible.com)

Beth Hudson shares her favorite accessible hikes and RV spot near Rocky Mountain National Park.

Michael Boddington obituary (theguardian.com)

Other lives: Agricultural and environmental consultan who laster turned to charitable cause to help people with severe disabilities

For Disabled Travelers in Search of Adventure, Adrenaline-Fueled Options Are Growing (nytimes.com)

For disabled travelers in search of adventure, there are a growing number of adrenaline-fueled options. In Oregon, one wheelchair user went tree-climbing.

Senior NIH official pushes MAHA strategy to skeptical ADA audience (statnews.com)

An NIH advisor told researchers gathered at the American Diabetes Association conference that MAHA goals match the agency’s priorities.

‘An equal and habitable world is possible’: academics set out sweeping vision for planetary survival (theguardian.com)

Global report provides an alternative to climate breakdown, political extremism and economic tensions

The Era of the One-Size-Fits-All Cancer Drug Is Ending (wsj.com)

Investors have bet new drugs can topple Merck’s Keytruda, but the evidence so far points to something smaller.

Gayety | LGBTQ+ News, Queer Culture, Gay Entertainment & Videos | Gayety (gayety.beehiiv.com)

Gayety covers LGBTQ+ entertainment, queer culture, gay celebrity news, music, film, and sex-positive stories with bold voices and original reporting.

Long Covid Underdiagnosis Poses Broader Care, Coverage Hurdles (news.bloomberglaw.com)

A new study estimates that long Covid is underrepresented in medical records, illustrating documentation issues affecting medical research, insurance coverage, and patient care.

South Africa rolls out game-changing HIV shot amid funding shortfalls (npr.org)

A new twice-yearly HIV prevention injection could transform South Africa’s fight against the epidemic — but U.S. aid cuts and limited doses threaten to slow its impact.

This is how close American households are to the financial edge (npr.org)

A new report shows that nearly half of U.S. households did not earn enough to cover their necessities in 2024.

Disabled activists share stories of ‘burnout’ after years of fighting oppression and hostility (disabilitynewsservice.com)

Disabled activists have come together to share ideas for how they can overcome the growing problem of “burnout” experienced by members of the disabled people’s movement who have spent years fightin…

Millions of Kids Could Lose Insurance as GOP Healthcare Cuts Start To Bite - KFF Health News (kffhealthnews.org)

Big cuts to healthcare programs in the 2025 GOP budget law are creating an affordability crunch for many Americans: Higher health insurance premiums. Confusion about who Medicaid will cover under the new rules. KFF Health News chief Washington correspondent Julie Rovner explains how the changes could leave nearly 2 million children uninsured.

What stripping civil service protections for thousands of federal workers will mean for HHS (statnews.com)

Thousands of HHS staff who shape policy have had their employment status changed to a designation that makes it easier for them to be fired.

The Painful Truth About Long Covid (wired.com)

There might finally be a way forward for long Covid treatment—if only you were allowed to talk about it.

More Americans Under 55 Are Dying of Severe Heart Attacks (wsj.com)

The proportion of adults ages 18 to 54 who died of a severe first heart attack rose 57% between 2011 and 2022, a new study finds.

4 Common Mistakes Teachers Make In An Inclusive Classroom | Noodle - Noodle.com (resources.noodle.com)

Here are four common mistakes teachers in inclusive classrooms make, and the strategies parents can use to help educators avoid them. Inadequate Planning. Standardized Instruction. Underestimation of Learners. Misalignment of Words and Actions.

Five new names join North East comedy hall of fame : News 2026 : Chortle : The UK Comedy Guide (chortle.co.uk)

Five new names join North East comedy hall of fame - Including Lost Voice Guy, Lauren Pattison and Anvil Springstien

Disabled People’s Charter – Martyn Sibley (martynsibley.com)

Holding the Secret: The Quiet Hope and Grief of my Son’s Autism Diagnosis (trailblazingwithcp.substack.com)

My son turns 5 and starts kindergarten in August, and I’ve got mixed emotions about it.

My (Sort of) Ex Has Cancer. Is It Fair That She Expects Me to Take Care of Her? (nytimes.com)

Part of me recognizes that walking away is loathsome and something most people would judge harshly.

Sensory Characteristics | Section 508 Trusted Tester Study Group Session 8 (a11ynews.substack.com)

Welcome back to the Section 508 Trusted Tester Study Group!

Beacon Press: Body Weather (beacon.org)

Anti-homeless rhetoric & ableism (uptonrebecca.substack.com)

The Ugly Laws are still with us today.

Episode 264: Job searching for Black, Disabled, LGBTQ+ folks – with Jasmine Williams-Jacobs, Black Remote She - CAROLYN KIEL (carolynkiel.com)

Jasmine talks about Black Remote She, a remote jobs and community support resource for Black queer, trans, non-binary, and disabled people.

Beyond 6 Seconds: Neurodiversity stories from neurodivergent people (beyond6seconds.com)

First impressions can take only 6 seconds to make! But if you’re neurodivergent, those quick judgments about you can be misleading. That’s where the Beyond 6 Seconds podcast comes in! Join me, Carolyn Kiel, as I talk with neurodivergent entrepreneurs, creators, advocates & more about their lives and identities. Their stories shatter misconceptions, break stigma and showcase the vibrance of neurodiversity.

Disability Pride 2026: Loud and Proud (secure.everyaction.com)

Accessible Virtual Pride 2026 - Calling Up Justice! (callingupjustice.com)

Join us for our Fourth Annual Accessible Virtual Pride produced with and for our disabled community and our LGBTQIA2s+ community, with allies welcome.

Accessible Virtual Pride Sponsor (zeffy.com)

Become an Accessible Virtual Pride Sponsor 🏳️‍🌈Your sponsorship supports accessible, our online Pride annual event where disabled and queer community members can connect, organize, and be heard.Your support helps fund:Captioning, visual descriptions, and other access tools 💬Our tech support teamAccessible Digital Design and so much more!

Inevitable Foundation — leveraging the power of entertainment to destigmatize disability (inevitable.foundation)

Inevitable Foundation is a non-profit that makes transformative investments in disabled creatives to leverage the power of entertainment to destigmatize disability.

Here’s Why Rural Accessible Transit Sucks (And Why That Matters for the Climate) - Disabled Journalists Association (discojourno.com)

Photo Credit: Sergii Petruk This reporting was supported by a grant from the nonprofit media organization Grist. You can see more of our climate package here. In April, Quinn Meehan was

Tune My Music (tunemymusic.com)

Kenrya Rankin shared this playlist with you. shared via @tunemymusic

Are we making life “too easy” for autistic kids? (youtube.com)

Is life “too easy” for autistic kids? A recent article claims mainstream schools are over-accommodating autistic students with ear defenders and uniform exem...

Lettercase (understandingdownsyndrome.org)

The impact of implicit and explicit bias about disabilities on parent experiences and information provided during prenatal screening and testing - PubMed (pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov)

To meet information needs during prenatal screening, OB/MFMs need access to accurate, balanced, and up-to-date information about disabilities and more training on disability cultural competency and how to deliver prenatal screening/testing results without implicit or explicit bias.

Maternal age-specific fetal loss rates in Down syndrome pregnancies - PubMed (pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov)

The fetal loss rate in DS pregnancies increases with maternal age, and this has consequences when estimating the live birth prevalence of DS in the presence of prenatal diagnosis and termination, and when assessing the performance of prenatal screening techniques.

Caregiver-Reported Attainment of Developmental Skills in Down Syndrome | Pediatrics | American Academy of Pediatrics (publications.aap.org)

OBJECTIVES. Children with Down syndrome (DS) develop skills at varied rates. Data from one academic DS program estimating the timing of skill development in patients with DS were published in October 2024. This study builds on their research through review of caregiver-reported developmental data of individuals with DS.METHODS. As part of our larger study to validate the DS Health Measure, 542 caregivers of individuals with DS aged 0 to 21 years were recruited nationally to complete our survey. We described demographic characteristics, including Child Opportunity Index (COI) corresponding to participants’ zip codes, communication style, therapies received, and caregiver coordination efforts. We calculated the percent attainment of 23 developmental skills for 27 age groups, and we compared COI and walking age.RESULTS. Children with DS frequently attained gross motor skills; most children with DS aged 3.5 to 4 years (7 of 9), 4 to 4.5 years (10 of 10) and 4.5 to 5 years (12 of 13) walked independently. The proportion attaining language, self-care, and independence skills varied; most (69%) of our cohort primarily communicated with verbal speech. Most individuals with DS received multiple types of therapies, and most caregivers spent at least 1 to 6 hours coordinating supports and activities per month. COI did not correlate with walking age.CONCLUSIONS. Our data build on the existing literature describing developmental skill attainment in DS. In collaboration with data from published studies, our findings can provide a foundation for the creation of a comprehensive developmental skills tool for DS.

Having a Brother or Sister With Down Syndrome: Perspectives From Siblings (brianskotko.com)

Self-Perceptions From People With Down Syndrome (brianskotko.com)

The changing survival profile of people with Down’s syndrome: implications for genetic counselling - PubMed (pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov)

Cohort studies have indicated that the survival of individuals with Down’s syndrome has dramatically increased over the past 50 years. Early childhood survival in particular has shown major improvement, due largely to advances in cardiac surgery and in general health management. The present study wa …

Having a Son or Daughter With Down Syndrome: Perspectives From Mothers and Fathers (brianskotko.com)

Should repair of partial atrioventricular septal defect be delayed until later in childhood? - PubMed (pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov)

Surgical repair of partial atrioventricular septal defects (AVSD) has been successful for more than 60 years. However, recent data from the Pediatric Heart Network show that 31% of patients have moderate or severe left atrioventricular valve regurgitation (LAVVR) at follow-up. Previously, our instit …

AAP Health Supervision for Children and Adolescents (dsrf.org)

Down syndrome population usa factsheet (docs.downsyndromepopulation.org)

We Need to Talk About Dating with a Disability - with Dateability App Founders - Global Disability News (globaldisabilitynews.org)

Episode 2 of TGDN Network’s video podcast features Alexa and Jacqueline, the founders of Dateability, a new dating app for people with and without disabilities. Dating with a disability comes with a set of questions most apps never consider, from...

Opinion | Children With Autism Lose When the Focus Is on Profits (nytimes.com)

Readers respond to an investigation into autism clinics accused of overcharging for a therapeutic method some say is harmful to children. Also: Weight-loss drugs for children.

Look at Me, Look What I Can Do! (A Children’s Book) (kickstarter.com)

A children’s photography book celebrating disabilities and inclusion, reminding kids they are worthy, capable, and never alone.

The White House just made Medicaid work requirements even worse (motherjones.com)

“It’s hard not to think that the cruelty of the policy is the point.”

How Doulas Can Help Pregnant Disabled People [CC] [ASL] (youtube.com)

Disabled pregnant people often encounter barriers in healthcare throughout pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period. This webinar examines the experi...

Invisible and uncounted: being deafblind in Lithuania (lrt.lt)

A country’s attitude towards its deafblind citizens is a measure of how advanced it truly is, says specialist educator D...

CDC report: Ebola outbreak could rival the worst on record unless world acts (npr.org)

New modeling from the CDC shows that if measures aren’t taken immediately, this outbreak could sicken more than 20,000 people in the next three months.

New Medicaid Expansion Changes Hurt People with Disabilities - Autistic Self Advocacy Network (autisticadvocacy.org)

For Immediate Release: June 4, 2026 Contact: Media@AutisticAdvocacy.org On June 1st, The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) came out with a bad rule. This rule will hurt people with disabilities and many other people. CMS is the part of the U.S. government that makes rules that all state…

The Flight That Caused the Fight (emilyladau.substack.com)

An airline destroyed my wheelchair. Millions of people saw it. But going viral isn’t enough for true systemic change.

Supreme Court ruling set to remove vital safeguards for hundreds of thousands of disabled people (disabilitynewsservice.com)

Campaigners have expressed “deep concern” over a ruling by the Supreme Court that could “fundamentally” alter the lives of hundreds of thousands of disabled people who rely on the health and social…

The Haunting of Pennhurst: Why Preserving Disability History Matters - Disability Belongs™ (disabilitybelongs.org)

Documentary film explores disability history through the complex and controversial legacy of Pennhurst State School and Hospital.

Should Celebrities with Disabilities Be Expected to Become Advocates? – Cripple Media (cripplemedia.com)

24 Hours in Windsor: Castle Tours, River Cruises and Foodie Finds (fashioneyesta.com)

Spend 24 hours in Windsor with a guide dog: stay at Macdonald Windsor Hotel, watch the Changing of the Guard, tour Windsor Castle, enjoy a River Thames cruise and dine at The Ivy Brasserie.

Dykes for Accessible Drinking — Disability Culture Lab (disabilityculturelab.org)

Are you queer, cute, and disabled? Tired of Pride being inaccessible? Don’t get sad! Play Inaccessibility Bingo and commiserate with other crips online. Circle all the access barriers you encounter at your favorite events and venues this Pride and post on social media #Dykesfor AccessibleDrinking.

Bowhead Nano Travel Chair: Reviewed (newmobility.com)

As a manual wheelchair user for 22 years, I like to stay up to date on the “latest and greatest” tools and mobility devices designed for our community. It’s not often that I come across a product that…

What Parents Can Gain From Learning the Science of Talking to Kids | KQED (kqed.org)

Understanding that you are the architect of your child’s early brain development is “extremely powerful,” according to Dr. Dana Suskind of the Thirty Million Words Initiative.

Join our Heritage Steering Group (bda.org.uk)

We’re looking for members to join our Heritage Steering Group. We especially welcome Deaf community members, alongside people with relevant expertise in Deaf history, heritage and archives, to help shape this work together.

Q&A with Rick Edwards: the Paralympics and beyond | Disability Horizons (disabilityhorizons.com)

See our interview with Rick Edwards, presenter of That Paralympic Show and the Paralympics 2012, where he talks about disability sport and the Paralympians

Importance of Accessibility at Historic Sites - Densho: Japanese American Incarceration and Japanese Internment (densho.org)

In this guest contribution, historian and PhD student Selena Moon explores the importance of accessibility at historic sites, highlighting how many sites have been and continue to be inaccessible. She...

Adding to the List of Dementia Risks: a Diet High in Ultraprocessed Foods - WSJ (wsj.com)

New study shows those who ate the highest amount of such foods had a 58% higher risk of later developing dementia

By September, Nearly a Third of Americans Will Live in States With Legal Aid in Dying - The New York Times (nytimes.com)

Despite widespread support in polls, the number of people who actually go through with the practice remains very small.

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Beyond Compliance: Supporting Schools for ADA Standards - New America (newamerica.org)

Explore how schools are preparing for ADA Title II digital accessibility requirements, key challenges, and strategies to support compliance.

Arkansans share push for true accessibility, inclusion (nwahomepage.com)

Two Arkansans are challenging viewers to rethink what accessibility really means — and why many who are blind, visually impaired, deaf or nonverbal say the world still is not built with them in mind.

Lawsuit Challenges Delay of Federal Web Accessibility Protections – MeriTalk (meritalk.com)

The lawsuit targets DOJ and HHS actions that pushed back implementation of accessibility standards intended to make digital government services easier for people with disabilities to use.

Disability Rights Are at Risk as 7 States Back Case Attacking Key Protections | Truthout (truthout.org)

Advocates for disability rights are fighting the lawsuit, which would push more people to be warehoused in institutions.

Redefining accessibility: Utah County duo continues to push the limits for wheelchair users | News, Sports, Jobs - Daily Herald (heraldextra.com)

Sam Durst has gone just about everywhere on his Motus All-Terrain Wheelchair alongside childhood friend Ryan Grassley, with each adventure documented for the world to see. Their TikTok channel, Extreme Motus, has more than 400,000 followers who watch Durst, who has celebral palsy and is wheelchair-bound, navigate through rocky terrain, snow fields and even trampoline […]

Houston-area man accused of selling fake accessible parking placards online – Houston Public Media (houstonpublicmedia.org)

Harris County Precinct 1 Constable Alan Rosen warned that those caught using illegitimate placards can face misdemeanor charges, which could carry a fine and jail time.

‘Voting By Mail is My Lifeline’: Voter With Disability Shares Importance of Mail-In Voting | American Civil Liberties Union (aclu.org)

One voter with cerebral palsy shares how Trump’s executive order against mail-in ballots limits voting accessibility and keeps voters with disabilities out of the election process.

5 Easy, Accessible Nature Trails In Phoenix, Arizona (islands.com)

These five trails showcase the Sonoran beauty of Phoenix, offering wide, paved trails that are generally level, well-suited for wheelchairs and strollers.

An Accessible Travel Specialist’s Top Resort Picks for Autism-Friendly Travel | TravelAge West (travelagewest.com)

BBPA Launches An Open Door - A Guide to Accessibility in Pubs (catererlicensee.com)

The British Beer and Pub Association has launched a refreshed Accessibility in Pubs guide to ensure pubs have all the advice they need to be places where everyone feels they belong. “An Open Welcome” was supported by a host of businesses and organisations including Heineken, Star Pubs, Fuller’s, Licensed Trade Charity Dementia Friends, Narcolepsy UK and Acas. It gives pub…

Proponents advocate for accessible homes for all Calgarians | Calgary Herald (calgaryherald.com)

During its National Accessibility Week event, Accessible Homes emphasized that all homes should be accessible, whether built or renovated.

APPG Chair calls for ministerial meeting to drive UK accessibility framework for events | Event Industry News (eventindustrynews.com)

Senior leaders from across the UK events industry, accessibility sector and Parliament gathered yesterday at Portcullis House, Westminster, to discuss the devel

Kitchener musician says finding an accessible studio in Ontario was ‘beyond challenging’ | CBC News (cbc.ca)

Michael Monize says it’s been frustrating trying to find a wheelchair-accessible space to record his music in Ontario. He said he called four places before finally finding the right studio space at the Kitchener Public Library.

China makes substantial progress in improving accessibility for children with disabilities: UNICEF representative - People’s Daily Online (en.people.cn)

BEIJING, June 1 (Xinhua) -- China has made substantial progress in improving accessibility for child

A Step Toward Accessibility: Compensation for Employers Hiring People with Disabilities | Donetsk Regional State Administration (dn.gov.ua)

Spotlight on SDG 4 good practices: Accessible digital textbooks for all | #LeadingSDG4 | Education2030 (unesco.org)

A UNICEF-Government led initiative tapping the power of AI to provide accessible digital textbooks for learners of all abilities.

Ensure accessibility to all public spaces, disability rights groups tell Chennai Corporation (dtnext.in)

The meeting, chaired by GCC Commissioner GS Sameeran, brought together officials and disability rights advocates as part of an ongoing engagement on making public infrastructure more accessible for persons with disabilities (PwDs).

Illinois Department of Human Rights Seeks Public Comment on Draft AI Employment Regulations | Inside Global Tech (insideglobaltech.com)

Illinois Just Made AI Discrimination Illegal. Does Your Hiring Process Comply? — Chicago Business Attorney Blog — May 15, 2026 (businessattorneychicago.com)

If your company uses software to screen resumes, score job applicants, schedule interviews, evaluate performance, or decide who gets promoted, you may already be violating Illinois law. That is ...

Inside the Trump-backed push to bring AI doctors into American medicine - The Washington Post (washingtonpost.com)

The administration is laying the groundwork for chatbots that can diagnose illness and prescribe medicine, but physicians say AI can introduce more problems.

Is Replacing Employees With AI a Lawful Reason to Terminate Workers? - BoyarMiller (boyarmiller.com)

Can a company legally replace employees with AI? Learn the employment law, litigation, non-compete, trade secret, and corporate governance implications for businesses adopting AI-driven workforce strategies.

A Federal Judge, A 1967 Law And A Billion Rejected Job Applications (forbes.com)

The Workday lawsuit raises a critical question for employers: Do longstanding age discrimination protections still apply when AI systems screen job applicants?

AI in the Workplace: Managing Bias, Privacy, and Legal Risk | CDF Labor Law LLP (cdflaborlaw.com)

AI in the Workplace: Managing Bias, Privacy, and Legal Risk

Accessibility in Gaming Launched a Revolution (cbr.com)

From the Xbox Adaptive Controller to Naughty Dog’s landmark title, accessibility in gaming is finally leveling up.

Trump signs AI order seeking access to new models before release (nbcnews.com)

President Donald Trump previously delayed the signing of the order over concerns that it could hinder American competitiveness.

After the AI binge, companies balk at soaring bills (finance.yahoo.com)

Artificial intelligence is getting expensive -- and companies are starting to rethink their embrace of the disruptive technology.”All the costs are really...

Region of Waterloo Library expands accessibility collection with new Adaptive Gaming Kits | Region of Waterloo (regionofwaterloo.ca)

Improve the accessibility of your Android apps (telefonica.com)

AI Is Not Your Accessibility Expert: What LLMs Still Miss About WCAG (sitepoint.com)

Accessibility Spotlight (ubisoft.com)

The Director of User Experience and Game Designer share their insights and favorite new features on accessibility in this fresh experience.

Park Board improves visitor experience in destination parks through digital accessibility mapping | City of Vancouver (vancouver.ca)

We’re pleased to launch a pilot program aimed at enhancing accessibility of Vancouver’s parks and trails, improving overall visitor experience for everyone.

Albuquerque company uses AI to make homes more accessible for seniors, those with disabilities | Searchlight New Mexico (searchlightnm.org)

June 1, 2026 | The platform uses augmented reality and occupational therapists to help residents identify and address potential hazards.

Guide Dogs X Co-op Live | Co-op Live (cooplive.com)

Co-op Live and Guide Dogs have joined forces to further improve the experience of visitors with sight loss, through specialist staff training and a unique socialisation visit for future guide dogs. Th…

Eye-controlled wheelchairs, AI subtitles: Apple expands accessibility push with new features - The Times of India (timesofindia.indiatimes.com)

Tech News News: Apple has unveiled a sweeping set of accessibility features powered by Apple Intelligence, expanding the company’s push to make its devices more usefu.

Adaptive Surf Project brings 76 surfers to Atlantic Beach for 3rd annual Wheel to Surf event (wmbfnews.com)

Several people came together on Saturday to make the beach and ocean an inclusive space for people with disabilities.

How Fresh Parking Lot Striping Helps Salt Lake City Businesses Stay ADA Compliant - Programming Insider (programminginsider.com)

Apple Rewind: New accessibility features, Apple Design Awards, and improved RCS - Neowin (neowin.net)

This month on Apple Rewind: Fortified RCS for iPhone, new accessibility features on the way, and some iPhone rumors.

LG Electronics expands Bold Move to boost appliance accessibility in Korea - CHOSUNBIZ (biz.chosun.com)

LG Electronics expands Bold Move to boost appliance accessibility in Korea

Carrier Systems Power SNASY Accessibility Stations at Major Events (carrier.com)

Carrier has provided HVAC equipment in support of SNASY (Special Needs Assistance Station for You), an innovative community-funded program designed to help individuals with disabilities, veterans, and the elderly more fully participate in large public events through private, climate controlled assistance stations.

New Middle Grade Novel Centers Accessibility in Story and Format (publishersweekly.com)

When Stacy Cervenka was interviewed in 2019 for an articles about blind parents raising children, the conversation launched a creative partnership that would become ‘Roxie in Color’—a book that is breaking new ground in accessible publishing.

Apple just teased an iOS 27 feature that could change everything | Macworld (macworld.com)

Scottsdale ADA Transition Plan for Accessibility Improvements - Signals AZ (signalsaz.com)

Scottsdale’s updated ADA Transition Plan aims to enhance accessibility in city facilities, parks, and services for residents and visitors with disabilities. Scottsdale ADA Transition Plan for Accessibility Improvements

FaceTime Interpreter API Gives Accessibility Apps a New Role - AppleMagazine (applemagazine.com)

FaceTime interpreter API support will let approved sign language apps add a human interpreter to an active FaceTime video call.

Jetstar equips Boeing 787s with Airchair II aisle chairs (aerospaceglobalnews.com)

Jetstar has selected UK-made Airchair II aisle chairs to improve mobility for disabled passengers on its Boeing 787 aircraft.

Rollin app aims to help disabled people find accessible venues - YouTube (youtube.com)

The app aims to give users real-time wheelchair access data.Check...

OSCIL helps Rhode Islanders with disabilities live with dignity (eu.providencejournal.com)

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13 accessible music-making tools (djmag.com)

Yewande Adeniran spotlights 13 accessible music-making tools, ranging from instruments focused on fun and education, tactile and hands-free hardware, and industry standard kit and add-ons for aspiring producers and live artists

Victoria Launches Free GoodMaps App Transport Accessibility Trial (secretmelbourne.com)

Victoria launches an Australian-first trial of the free GoodMaps accessibility app for assisted navigation at 3 major regional train stations.

Montgomery County Releases Revised Design Guidelines for ADA-Compliant Roadway Infrastructure | Montgomery County, MD (montgomerycountymd.gov)

Minister Hajdu invites organizations to apply for funding to promote accessibility and disability inclusion during National AccessAbility Week (newswire.ca)

/CNW/ - To build a stronger, barrier-free Canada, the Government of Canada is investing in community projects that promote accessibility, foster disability...

Rick Hansen Foundation, RBC and RBC Foundation Announce 40 Recipients of the RBC Barrier Buster Grants Program - RBC News & Stories (rbc.com)

Shapiro Administration Welcomes 28 College Students with Disabilities for Summer | Office of Administration | Commonwealth of Pennsylvania (pa.gov)

Equal Access Public Media announces rebrand to the Organization for Accessible Journalism | Editor and Publisher (editorandpublisher.com)

Equal Access Public Media (EAPM), a national organization focused on accessibility in the journalism industry, announces that it will officially rebrand as the Organization for Accessible Journalism to more clearly reflect the organization’s mission and work.

Hamilton Accessibility Awards celebrate achievements in advancing accessibility across the city - FlamboroughToday.com (flamboroughtoday.com)

Nominations are open from June 1 to July 3, 2026

Share Your Voice with Navigate Life Texas (content.govdelivery.com)

Special Needs Network Opens Accessible Vote Center in South LA for June 1 Election Support – Los Angeles Sentinel (lasentinel.net)

Accessibility Matters Here Award recipients announced during National AccessAbility Week June 4, - St. Catharines (stcatharines.ca)

A proposed NY bill would streamline accessible license plate applications for veterans | WAER (waer.org)

Disabled veterans recognized by the US Department of Veterans Affairs would automatically count at the NYS DMV.

Ottawa 2026 IWBF World Championships (iwbf.org)

Ottawa2026 will host the IWBF Wheelchair Basketball World Championships, bringing together the world’s best athletes in a once-in-a lifetime competition.

Wegmans Expands Partnership with Aira to Provide Free ASL Interpretation Services - Wegmans (wegmans.com)

Apple reveals 2026 Design Award Winners, spotlighting innovation and accessibility - The Economic Times (economictimes.indiatimes.com)

Apple’s 2026 Design Awards celebrated 12 apps and games across six categories, highlighting a strong focus on accessibility and innovation. Winners showcased advancements in spatial computing with Vision Pro, alongside elegantly simple utility apps and narrative-driven games, reflecting current trends in software development.

Residents Invited to Weigh in on Purple Line Sidewalk and Accessibility Upgrades - The MoCo Show (mocoshow.com)

The Montgomery County Department of Transportation (MCDOT) will hold two virtual public hearings later this month to discuss proposed sidewalk and accessibility improvements around future Purple Line stations in Silver […]

Guidance counsellor Cathy Preibisch selected as 2026 Champion for Accessibility in Chilliwack | Chilliwack Progress (theprogress.com)

‘I just think every person deserves to feel safe,’ says guidance counsellor at Stitó:s Lá:lém Totí:lt

Nexer and Deque join forces to scale accessible digital experiences globally – Intelligent CIO Europe (intelligentcio.com)

Corrado Bill to Improve Paratransit Accessibility Advances in Committee • New Jersey Legislative SRO, NJ (senatenj.com)

Wheelchair tennis program hits grand slam for accessibility | CBC.ca (cbc.ca)

The Rolling Aces program in Truro, N.S., just picked up a provincial award for its growing community impact. The CBC’s Luke Ettinger has the story.

Helena to install 50+ ADA accessible ramps in 6th Ward neighborhood (ktvh.com)

Accessibility shouldn’t just be a convenience, but a standard, and the city of Helena is taking that into account with one of their latest improvement projects.

Inclusive Blues Continue to Drive Accessibility Forward at Chester FC – Chester FC (chesterfc.com)

A recap of the latest Inclusive Blues Meeting.

City of Enderby – City of Enderby Awarded $40,000 National Accessibility Grant (cityofenderby.com)

The City of Enderby has been selected as one of just 40 recipients across Canada to receive funding through the RBC Barrier Buster Grants Program…

Canada launches new standard for accessible service delivery - Canada.ca (canada.ca)

Canada launches new standard for accessible service delivery.

Survey aims to help develop Grand Forks’ accessibility plan | Grand Forks Gazette (grandforksgazette.ca)

Public invited to free BBQ and talk to gain insight into barriers and issues

May 31 to June 6 is AccessAbility Week - gnb.ca (gnb.ca)

Collaborative effort needed to improve accessibility: minister

City Releases New Accessibility Guide | City of Victoria (victoria.ca)

Vection wins $3.3M bid for accessibility kiosks in Italy | Kiosk Marketplace (kioskmarketplace.com)

Australian kiosk supplier Vection Technologies has received a new order valued at approximately $3.3 million for its Accessibility Kiosk platform, according to a press release. The order comes from Italian technology firm Media Comunicazione, which plans to deploy the kiosks across Italy. Vection said the revenue will be recognized during fiscal year 2026 and brings its post-third-quarter order total to about $4.4 million.

Accessibility is part of the future we are thinking about | Toronto Sun (torontosun.com)

As National AccessAbility Week (NAAW) takes shape in Canada this week, it is important to reflect on the state of accessible housing in Ontario.

Remote Work, Disability Accommodation, and the Limits of the ADA: What Hayes v. GStek Could Mean for New Jersey Employers - Stark & Stark PC (stark-stark.com)

Remote work has become a central issue in disability accommodation law. A key question has emerged in the post-pandemic workplace: when, if ever, must an employer allow remote work as a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)? The Fifth Circuit’s decision in Hayes v. GStek offers one answer under federal law—but its reasoning may have less force in New Jersey, where courts interpret the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (NJLAD) more broadly and more favorably to employees. See, Royster v. NJ State Police, 227 N.J. 482, 499 (2017); Viscik v. Fowler Equip Co., 173 N.J. 1, 16 (2002); Failla v. City of Passaic, 146 F.3d 149, 154 (3rd Cir. 1998). The Hayes v. GStek decision Albert Hayes worked as an IT systems administrator for GStek, a contractor serving the U.S. Army at Fort Polk. During the COVID-19 pandemic, he worked remotely. When on‑site operations resumed, Hayes was diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Major Depressive Disorder, and Social Anxiety Disorder. He requested a permanent, full‑time remote arrangement as a reasonable accommodation under the ADA. The Army concluded that full‑time remote work was not operationally feasible for the position. GStek nevertheless permitted Hayes to work remotely several days per week, effectively providing a hybrid arrangement. Hayes sued after his request for permanent full‑time telework was denied. The district court granted summary judgment for the employer, holding that Hayes had not shown that full‑time remote work was a reasonable accommodation because physical presence remained an essential function of his job. The Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed. The decision reflects several themes that are increasingly common in post‑pandemic Americans With Disability Act cases: Employers are not required to make indefinite remote work available merely because they allowed remote work during the pandemic. Courts continue to defer substantially to employers’ identification of “essential job functions.” Hybrid or partial‑remote arrangements may satisfy the ADA even when an employee prefers fully remote work. Importantly, the Fifth Circuit emphasized that emergency measures adopted during the pandemic do not permanently redefine a job’s essential duties. Under federal law, temporary pandemic accommodations do not themselves convert into permanent entitlements. Why Hayes is not the whole story in New Jersey For New Jersey employers, the more pressing question is whether Hayes predicts how New Jersey courts will approach similar remote‑work disputes under the NJLAD. The answer is: not necessarily. New Jersey courts routinely treat federal ADA decisions as persuasive but not binding when interpreting the NJLAD. They also repeatedly describe the NJLAD as remedial legislation to be construed liberally in favor of eradicating discrimination and ensuring equal access for individuals with disabilities. As a result, the accommodation analysis under NJLAD is often more demanding than under the ADA. In a case with facts like Hayes, a New Jersey court would likely scrutinize: Whether the employee had already performed the job successfully on a remote basis. Whether in‑person attendance is genuinely essential to the position’s core functions. Whether the employer engaged meaningfully in the interactive process. Whether claimed operational constraints are supported by concrete evidence rather than generalized preferences or assumptions. Federal courts may accept an employer’s “we need people on site” explanation with relatively modest evidentiary support. New Jersey courts are more apt to ask whether the employer’s own practices—especially during the pandemic—undermine the assertion that physical presence is truly indispensable. Has remote work changed what counts as “essential”? One of the biggest unresolved issues in employment law is whether extended periods of successful remote work fundamentally alter how courts understand “essential functions.” Before 2020, employers often argued, “This job has always required physical presence.” After years of widespread telework, employees increasingly respond, “Your own pandemic operations show the job can be done remotely.” That argument may carry particular weight in New Jersey. A plaintiff could argue that an employer’s successful remote operations constitute direct evidence that physical presence is not, in practice, essential. Employers who maintained productivity with remote teams may face more skepticism when they later insist that on‑site attendance is indispensable to job performance. The interactive process under the NJLAD New Jersey courts place significant emphasis on an employer’s obligation to participate in a good‑faith interactive process with employees requesting accommodation. Even when the employer ultimately denies a preferred accommodation, courts may find liability where the interactive process is perfunctory or one‑sided. New Jersey courts have faulted employers where they: Rejected requested accommodations out of hand. Failed to explore alternative arrangements or available technology. Relied on conclusory assertions about “operational needs” without specific evidence. Treated accommodation requests as burdensome interruptions rather than legal obligations. By contrast, the Fifth Circuit’s analysis in Hayes focuses more heavily on operational necessity and deference to the employer’s judgment. A New Jersey court might focus more critically on what the employer did (or failed to do) during the interactive process: what options were considered, why alternatives were rejected, and whether the employer’s stated concerns are fact‑based. Neurodivergence, mental health, and the NJLAD’s broad protections Hayes also highlights an increasingly important category of cases: requests for remote work by employees with neurodivergent conditions or mental health disabilities. Hayes reportedly suffered from autism, depression, and social anxiety disorders. For individuals with those diagnoses, workplace structure, sensory environment, commuting requirements, and in‑person interpersonal demands can significantly affect their ability to function safely and effectively. The NJLAD’s definition of “disability” is expansive. It expressly includes mental, psychological, developmental, and neurological conditions that prevent the normal exercise of mental or bodily functions or are demonstrable through accepted clinical or diagnostic techniques. N.J.S.A. 10:5‑5; see, e.g., Tynan v. Vicinage 13 of Superior Court, 351 N.J. Super. 385 (2002); Viscik v. Fowler Equipment Co., 173 N.J. 1 (2002); J.T. v. Dumont Public Schools, 438 N.J. Super. 241 (App. Div. 2014). New Jersey courts consistently underscore that the NJLAD is remedial social legislation that must be liberally construed, particularly in disability cases. They have recognized protections for a broad range of mental and psychological conditions, even when symptoms are not immediately apparent, and have required employers and housing providers to make reasonable accommodations unless doing so would impose an undue hardship. In this context, a New Jersey court might ask a harder question than the federal court did in Hayes: can an employer insist on in‑person attendance when the nature of the employee’s disability makes the physical workplace environment itself psychologically harmful? While the ADA may leave employers more room to insist on physical presence, the NJLAD may restrict that discretion more tightly, especially where remote work has already been demonstrated to be feasible. Practical guidance for New Jersey employers New Jersey employers should not assume that favorable federal ADA decisions like Hayes automatically insulate them from NJLAD liability. Instead, employers should be prepared to demonstrate, with evidence, why the job truly requires physical presence and how they handled the interactive process. In practice, employers should: Carefully document essential functions. Describe why in‑person attendance is genuinely essential for specific roles (e.g., security requirements, hands‑on tasks, team supervision) and how those functions cannot be performed remotely. Analyze and document why hybrid work may be insufficient. If a hybrid arrangement is offered but full‑time remote work is denied, be prepared to explain why some on‑site work is necessary and how that relates to the employee’s job duties. Thoroughly document the interactive process. Keep records of: the accommodations requested; the options explored (including technology and schedule modifications); the reasons for accepting or rejecting each option; and who participated in the discussions and when. Evaluate precedents in your own workplace. Consider whether similarly situated employees have worked remotely—during the pandemic or otherwise. Inconsistent treatment can create evidentiary challenges and feed arguments that in‑person work is not truly essential. Avoid conclusory “operational” justifications. Where remote or hybrid arrangements are refused, back up operational concerns with specifics: client obligations, regulatory requirements, security protocols, or demonstrable impacts on performance or team function. For New Jersey employers, the core takeaway is that Hayes v. GStek is helpful persuasive authority under the ADA, but it is not a shield against NJLAD claims. Remote work, especially for employees with mental health or neurodevelopmental disabilities, will continue to be a highly fact‑sensitive issue. Employers who treat remote work requests as serious legal questions, carefully document their reasoning, and engage in a robust interactive process will be best positioned to defend those decisions in New Jersey courts.

Air Canada Releases Accessibility Plan 2026–2029 (finance.yahoo.com)

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Pharmavite ADA Website Accessibility Class Action Settlement (claimdepot.com)

Blind or visually impaired individuals who used Pharmavite websites may benefit from a class action settlement improving website accessibility.

ADA Title III Web Accessibility | Practical Law The Journal | Reuters (reuters.com)

An explanation of how Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) applies to websites, mobile applications, and web-based technologies of companies that qualify as places of public accommodation, including a discussion of the World Wide Web Consortium’s (W3C’s) Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG).

May 2026 Accessibility Legal Update (convergeaccessibility.com)

May was a noticeably calmer month with hardly any cases to report on. That’s not to say it’s been a slow month after HHS extended the deadline of its new Section 504 web accessibility requirements back a year. California Courts…

Digital accessibility update 1: Maintaining momentum despite the federal ADA extension | OSU Today | Oregon State University (today.oregonstate.edu)

Key takeaways: OSU is proceeding as if there were no deadline extension. New accessibility-focused employees mean more expert assistance. One-on-one help is available for faculty and staff to get specific answers. The federal government may have hit pause on its requirement for public institutions to ensure all public-facing materials are digitally accessible, but Oregon State University accessibility leaders are still going full-steam ahead with resources, training and support for university employees.

Digital accessibility update 2: Wins so far and what to expect in the next year | OSU Today | Oregon State University (today.oregonstate.edu)

Key takeaways: Units taking ownership of their specific accessibility functions.

Studio 930 students create assistive solutions for real-world challenges | RIT (rit.edu)

RIT students participating in the Studio 930 design consultancy program produce health and accessibility solutions for real-world challenges.

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ECC has a growing number of students and staff with physical disabilities; however, some flaws continue to persist on its campus for those who are physically disabled. ADA push buttons that go out of order, inaccessible bathrooms, and a shortage of wheelchair-accessible vans on campus are just a few concerns the college hasn’t fully caught...

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Severe weather preparedness: Four tips to support those living with disabilities | UAB News (uab.edu)

Severe weather can pose added risks for people living with disabilities. A UAB expert shares practical preparedness tips — from alerts and emergency kits to accessible shelter planning — to help individuals and families stay safe during storms.

How To Prepare for New Digital Accessibility Standards | Digital Accessibility (digitalaccessibility.virginia.edu)

Image Accessibility for Students: Long Descriptions (stonybrook.edu)

RMIT recognised in Accessibility in Action Awards 2026 - RMIT University (rmit.edu.au)

Accessibility work is most meaningful when it changes how people study, teach and take part in university life.

What is the situation regarding accessibility at ETH Zurich? – Staffnet | ETH Zurich (ethz.ch)

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May 2026 Meeting Recap: CSUN Conference Shareout – Accessibility Users Group (sites.psu.edu)

AdVance Digital Learning (sites.google.com)

Practical digital accessibility training for real-world impact

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Advocacy Speaks with Small Towns and Communities on DOJ’s ADA Rule – Office of Advocacy (advocacy.sba.gov)

ADA Title II Compliance Guide for Small K–12 Districts | EdTech Magazine (edtechmagazine.com)

Small districts have more time, but not more resources, to become WCAG 2.1 compliant. Following these five steps can get them ready.

Study finds biggest barriers to disability inclusion are stigma, lack of knowledge, rigid policies | Human Resources Director (hcamag.com)

CASE and CCBR urge organizations to promote learning around disability and workplace inclusion

Dental practices get extra year for digital accessibility | DrBicuspid.com (drbicuspid.com)

Federal Register :: Ballot Mail for Federal Elections (federalregister.gov)

European standards and accessibility: civil servants improved their knowledge of the rights of people with disabilities - Council of Europe Office in Ukraine (coe.int)

Accessibility input tool removes X11 support, doesn’t want to support Wayland; users caught in the middle – OSnews (osnews.com)

Studio 930 students create assistive solutions for real-world challenges | RIT (rit.edu)

RIT students participating in the Studio 930 design consultancy program produce health and accessibility solutions for real-world challenges.

Building a Strong, Accessible U of G: Celebrating National AccessAbility Week - U of G News (news.uoguelph.ca)

It is National AccessAbility Week, a time to celebrate the valuable contributions of people with disabilities in our communities and reflect on how we can all…

Some students and employees with physical disabilities face accessible hurdles on campus – Observer (elginobserver.com)

ECC has a growing number of students and staff with physical disabilities; however, some flaws continue to persist on its campus for those who are physically disabled. ADA push buttons that go out of order, inaccessible bathrooms, and a shortage of wheelchair-accessible vans on campus are just a few concerns the college hasn’t fully caught...

Colliers | A gold standard for inclusion: Building a workplace where everyone belongs (colliers.com)

UAH | Announcements | - | UAH Mission Accessible: New resources and checklists | The University of Alabama in Huntsville (uah.edu)

Severe weather preparedness: Four tips to support those living with disabilities | UAB News (uab.edu)

Severe weather can pose added risks for people living with disabilities. A UAB expert shares practical preparedness tips — from alerts and emergency kits to accessible shelter planning — to help individuals and families stay safe during storms.

How To Prepare for New Digital Accessibility Standards | Digital Accessibility (digitalaccessibility.virginia.edu)

Image Accessibility for Students: Long Descriptions (stonybrook.edu)

California Election Day | What if a voter has accessibility issues? - YouTube (youtube.com)

Primary Election Day in California arrives on June 2, 2026. Califo...

RMIT recognised in Accessibility in Action Awards 2026 - RMIT University (rmit.edu.au)

Accessibility work is most meaningful when it changes how people study, teach and take part in university life.

What is the situation regarding accessibility at ETH Zurich? – Staffnet | ETH Zurich (ethz.ch)

Around a year ago, the five-year programme ‘Barrier-Free at ETH Zurich’ was made permanent. Since then, the various departments have been responsible for ensuring the accessibility of their services. The departments have also been invited to promote inclusion.

May 2026 Meeting Recap: CSUN Conference Shareout – Accessibility Users Group (sites.psu.edu)

AdVance Digital Learning (sites.google.com)

Practical digital accessibility training for real-world impact

National Federation of the Blind Challenges Last-Minute Deadline Extensions for Website and Mobile App Accessibility | ADA Title III (adatitleiii.com)

Advocacy Speaks with Small Towns and Communities on DOJ’s ADA Rule – Office of Advocacy (advocacy.sba.gov)

ADA Title II Compliance Guide for Small K–12 Districts | EdTech Magazine (edtechmagazine.com)

Small districts have more time, but not more resources, to become WCAG 2.1 compliant. Following these five steps can get them ready.

Dental practices get extra year for digital accessibility | DrBicuspid.com (drbicuspid.com)

Federal Register :: Ballot Mail for Federal Elections (federalregister.gov)

European standards and accessibility: civil servants improved their knowledge of the rights of people with disabilities - Council of Europe Office in Ukraine (coe.int)

Accessibility input tool removes X11 support, doesn’t want to support Wayland; users caught in the middle – OSnews (osnews.com)

Study finds biggest barriers to disability inclusion are stigma, lack of knowledge, rigid policies | Human Resources Director (hcamag.com)

CASE and CCBR urge organizations to promote learning around disability and workplace inclusion

How Blindness Led Me to Cybersecurity — and to Securing Accessibility Itself | HackerNoon (hackernoon.com)

Did you know that there is a blind hacker?

Interview: Director of Audience Experience Lindsey On Accessibility at The Muny (broadwayworld.com)

Lindsey, The Muny’s director of audience experience, discusses how the Tony-winning outdoor musical theatre makes its 108th season accessible to all, from nearly 1,500 free nightly seats to live closed captioning.

Brooke Eby shares her life with ALS online, shedding light on disability and accessibility | Mashable (mashable.com)

Mashable 101: The creators shaping the internet in 2026

How Much Do Schools Spend On Special Education? Feds Aim To Find Out - Disability Scoop (disabilityscoop.com)

For the first time in more than two decades, federal officials are moving forward with plans to find out just how much schools across the nation are spending on students with disabilities.

Attending COSP19 in New York? Join ENIL’s side event on Independent Living (mailchi.mp)

“Expanding What’s Possible:” Disney’s “Songs in Sign Language” Debuts April 27th - Global Disability News (globaldisabilitynews.org)

The Deaf community is celebrating a special moment for National Deaf History Month, a collaboration between Disney Animation Studios and Deaf West Theatre! The collaboration is Disney Animation’s Songs in Sign Language, consisting of three songs: “The Next Right Thing” (Frozen 2), “We Don’t Talk About Bruno” (Encanto), and “Beyond” (Moana 2), all animated in ASL (American Sign Language).

“No, We Are Not Fully Accessible:” How ReelAbilities Keeps Evolving Access - Global Disability News (globaldisabilitynews.org)

At ReelAbilities, audiences do not need to request accessibility. It has always been part of the festival from the beginning. “And there is always something that can be improved,” says founder Isaac Zablocki. This mindset—that full accessibility is never complete—has helped transform the New York disability film festival. It has grown beyond an annual screening series: it is now a role model for accessibility and disability representation in film.

On Competitiveness & Self-Worth (disabilitydetermination.substack.com)

How internalized ableism showed up as competitiveness

Now Streaming - No One Cares About Crazy People (noonecaresfilm.com)

No One Cares About Crazy People An intimate and immersive deep dive into the crisis of severe mental illness and the growing movement fighting for compassionate change. Film Synopsis Inspired by Ron Powers’ acclaimed book, No One Cares About Crazy People explores the realities of severe mental illness through deeply personal stories, family experiences, and the … Continued

RFK Jr. Seeks To Peek at Americans’ Medical Records for Clues on Autism and Vaccines - KFF Health News (kffhealthnews.org)

To collect and scrutinize millions of Americans’ health data, U.S. health secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. aims to work with state organizations that help health systems share medical records. In Nebraska, millions in federal dollars has flowed into one nonprofit cooperating with Kennedy’s project.

PRESS RELEASE: Report Reveals Issues Related to Patient Deaths at Perkins Hospital - Disability Rights Maryland (disabilityrightsmd.org)

For immediate release: June 4, 2026 Baltimore, MD– After receiving complaints of abuse, neglect, and multiple patient deaths, Disability Rights Maryland (DRM) conducted a two-year investigation of Clifton T. Perkins Hospital Center (CTPHC). The resulting report, “Treatment Not Trauma: Urgent Action Required ...

Screens are leaving schools fast, though some students with disabilities rely on them (npr.org)

Some students with disabilities rely on assistive technology to learn, and they worry it could be swept up in the movement to get screens out of schools.

What This New Middle Grade Book Teaches Kids About Growing up With Blind Parents (parents.com)

A former ‘Parents’ magazine editor teamed up with a blind mom to release ‘Roxie in Color,’ a book many middle schoolers will relate to.

“Disabled People Want to Hook Up”: Inside Dateability’s Mission to Change Dating - Global Disability News (globaldisabilitynews.org)

Dateability began with a problem familiar to many disabled and chronically ill people: mainstream dating apps may offer access to thousands of profiles, but with those comes discrimination. For Jacqueline, who became disabled due to chronic illness as a teenager, dating after college made that difference painfully clear. Her sister, Alexa, who is not disabled, had a completely different experience. Together, they built Dateability, a dating app for people with disabilities, those with chronic illnesses, and allies. In this conversation, Jacqueline and Alexa spoke about disability, dating, fetishization, accessibility, internalized ableism, and why disabled intimacy still makes investors uncomfortable.

Families fight the Trump administration’s effort to obtain their children’s private medical records (advocate.com)

Patients and parents say federal demands for records from NYU Langone and Stanford Medicine threaten privacy, safety, and access to gender-affirming care.

National Association of the Deaf v. Trump (ASL Interpretation During White House Press Briefings) – Protecting the Rule of Law and Separation of Powers by Urging the D.C. Circuit to Apply the Correct Standard for Claims that the Government is Acting Without Legal Authority - ACLU of DC (acludc.org)

For four years, the White House provided American Sign Language (“ASL”) interpretation for its press briefings. It stopped doing so, however, in January 2025 when President Trump returned to office. This excluded deaf Americans, including Plaintiffs Derrick Ford and members of the National Association of the Deaf, from access to the White House press briefings....

Lettre ouverte conjointe : Oui, nous avons les moyens de la nécessaire accessibilité universelle ! (newswire.ca)

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Deaf actress, advocate shares accessibility review of Sphere in Las Vegas (8newsnow.com)

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Weakened public health powers raise outbreak risks (npr.org)

Some jurisdictions have weakened their public health authorities in response to criticism of lockdowns, school closures, mask mandates, vaccine requirements and other COVID-era restrictions.

Louisiana’s Reporting Law Chills Immigrant Medicaid Applications - KFF Health News (kffhealthnews.org)

A year after the measure’s passage, a state law is keeping immigrants and their children from accessing Medicaid even when they qualify.

President Trump seeks control of science funding (npr.org)

The White House Office of Management and Budget is moving to take more control of billions of dollars in federal grants. Critics say the proposed change would jeopardize the integrity of U.S. science.

Are That Many Students Really Faking Disabilities? (chronicle.com)

In reality, students with disabilities face mounds of paperwork, climbing health costs, overworked administrators, and a skeptical faculty.

Sam Altman May Control Our Future—Can He Be Trusted? (newyorker.com)

New interviews and closely guarded documents shed light on the persistent doubts about the head of OpenAI.

Getting disability benefits got harder after the Social Security Administration’s staff was slashed and program rules were changed by Trump (theconversation.com)

Researchers learned from dozens of interviews that the usual ways of resolving complex cases, escalating issues and holding the authorities accountable no longer work.

France becomes first EU country to reimburse anti-obesity drugs, minister says (reuters.com)

France will reimburse the cost of weight-loss drugs ​prescribed to severely obese patients from mid-June in a first for a European ‌Union country, Health Minister Stephanie Rist said on Thursday.

After record-breaking Paralympics in Italy, IPC president sees room to grow | CBC Sports (cbc.ca)

International Paralympic Committee president Andrew Parsons wants to see more women competing and more sports on the Paralympic program.

A urine test for autism that doesn’t hold water (buttondown.com)

Part one of three installments analyzing that urine panel paper making the rounds.

Important Update on Medicaid Work Requirements - AAPD (aapd.com)

New Federal Guidance Implements Policy That, Research Shows, Will Not Increase Employment and Unenrolls Eligible Individuals From Medicaid Coverage For Immediate Release: June 1, 2026 Contact: Jess Davidson, jdavidson@aapd.com; 202-465-5528 WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, June 1, 2026, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) shared their intent to publish an Interim Final Rule (IFR) […]

Festering Infections to Untreated Cancer: ICE Detainees Describe Medical Neglect Across US - KFF Health News (kffhealthnews.org)

Immigrant detainees have told courts across the nation that detention officials have failed to treat or stabilize their conditions, from pregnancy to prostate cancer, suggesting that systemic lapses in care extend well beyond record deaths in Immigration and Customs Enforcement custody.

What Counts As An ‘Assistance Animal’ Just Got Narrower - Disability Scoop (disabilityscoop.com)

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development is sharply limiting which types of animals people with disabilities who are renting a home can claim as a “reasonable accommodation.”

NIH Strategic Plan for Disability Health Research | DPCPSI (dpcpsi.nih.gov)

The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is pleased to share the NIH Strategic Plan for Disability Health Research FY26-FY30.This new plan provides a comprehensive roadmap to advance innovative, responsible research that promotes the health and well-being of Americans with disabilities.

Disability Deep Dive Podcast: Spencer West on Breaking Free, Self-Doubt, and Letting Go of Expectations - Global Disability News (globaldisabilitynews.org)

In the first episode of Season 3 of Disability Deep Dive, hosts Keith and Jodi speak with Spencer West—author, motivational speaker, advocate, and content creator—about his book “Breaking Free: Stop Following Expectations and Start Following Yourself” and the pressures of external approval, anxiety, self-doubt, and authenticity.

Gutsy Film Festival | Championing Hidden Disabilities (gutsyfilmfestival.com)

Discover powerful stories at Gutsy Film Festival, a London-based event featuring filmmakers with hidden disabilities and chronic illnesses. In partnership with The Garden Cinema.

After Her Bout of Amnesia, a $59,000 Billing Dispute Wouldn’t Go Away - KFF Health News (kffhealthnews.org)

Last spring, a woman started exhibiting unusual memory problems after a hike in Arizona. It turns out she was experiencing a disorder called transient global amnesia. She has fully recovered, but a dispute over nearly $60,000 in hospital charges has been a source of stress for over a year.

Sicko NYPD cops allegedly mercilessly harassed deaf Asian department techie: ‘Sex and a threesome’ (nypost.com)

One of the officers “repeatedly told her he wanted an ‘Asian wife,’ called her his ‘baby momma,’ openly boasted of his ‘Asian fetish’ and sent her pornographic and racist videos, her...

Focused on Work, Needed at Home: A Federal Caregiving Policy Might Help - KFF Health News (kffhealthnews.org)

The Family and Medical Leave Act gives eligible employees up to 12 weeks of job-protected leave for caregiving. But the federal policy has noteworthy limitations. The HealthQ team explains.

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A Kenyan court has blocked a proposed U.S. Ebola quarantine facility that has triggered protests in the country.

Subway Upgrades Roll Forward After 2-Year, $156M Delay From Trump Admin (thecityreporter.nyc)

Five stations in The Bronx and Upper Manhattan are set to become accessible to people with mobility challenges after the MTA received the delayed funds.

What is CMIST – The Partnership for Inclusive Disaster Strategies (disasterstrategies.org)

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Disability Rights Florida is monitoring a recent policy change from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development that may affect people with disabilities who use emotional support animals in housing.

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A popular drama centering on a detective with autism who has a unique way of solving crimes is set to return.

Government research shows activists were right to warn of impact of DWP work advisers on mental distress (disabilitynewsservice.com)

New government research has proved disabled activists were right to warn that receiving employment advice on top of NHS talking therapy would push many people with mental distress further away from…

WHAT DISABILITY?: Celebratory blog (disabilityhorizons.com)

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Jasmine Williams-Jacobs is the founder and director of Black Remote She, a community-driven platform for Black queer, trans, non-binary, disabled people and allies interested in working and connecting remotely. Black Remote She connects community members to remote-flexible job postings at equitable work cultures, as well as to liberatory networks, mutual aid support and gender-affirming resources as tools for economic empowerment. Black Remote She has been recognized in numerous publications, including Essence, Stonewall, Community Centric Fundraising, INTO More, and Inclusion Hub. Jasmine is also a 2025 Disability Rising Fellow with Disability Culture Lab, where they are helping to build narrative power for disability justice. During this episode, Jasmine talks about: The layoff that inspired them to start Black Remote She The specific job searching challenges that Black, LGBTQ+ and disabled people face How Black Remote She connects people to jobs and support resources How employers are vetted before they can post job listings on Black Remote She Visit for more information about job postings and resources. Connect with Jasmine at info [at] blackremoteshe.com. Support or sponsor this podcast: Watch the video of this interview on YouTube: Read the episode transcript: Follow the Beyond 6 Seconds podcast in your favorite podcast player: Subscribe to the FREE Beyond 6 Seconds newsletter for early access to new episodes: *Disclaimer: The views, guidance, opinions, and thoughts expressed in Beyond 6 Seconds episodes are solely mine and/or those of my guests, and do not necessarily represent those of my employer or other organizations. These episodes are for informational purposes only and do not substitute for professional medical advice. Consult a medical professional or healthcare provider if you are seeking medical advice, diagnoses, or treatment.*

Mental health disorders become top global disability cause as cases near 1.2 billion (medicalxpress.com)

Mental health disorders are now the leading cause of disability worldwide, according to a major new study.

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Wissen zur digitalen Barrierefreiheit – WCAG, BITV, BFSG & Praxis | Silta (silta.ai)

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Soufiane El Amrani and Joachim Busch elected first persons with intellectual disabilities to Board of European Disability Forum | Inclusion Europe (inclusion.eu)

Ambitions. Rights. Belonging. 20 million people with intellectual disabilities and their families in Europe.

adidas Unveils Supernova Rise 3 Adaptive, Its First Performance Running Shoe Designed in Partnership with and for Athletes with Disabilities (news.adidas.com)

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Building Economic Independence: Disability Financial Toolkit (aol.com)

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Walmart to Pay $230K in Illinois Disability Hiring Discrimination Settlement (insurancejournal.com)

Walmart agreed to pay $230,000 and furnish other relief to settle a disability hiring discrimination lawsuit filed by the U.S. Equal Employment

Slovenia adopts an act recognising the language of deafblind persons (accessible-eu-centre.ec.europa.eu)

Through this Act, deafblind persons gain the legally guaranteed right to communication support, including access to qualified interpreters, information, public services, education, health and participation in public life.

Spain launches a national protocol to improve emergency assistance for persons with disabilities (accessible-eu-centre.ec.europa.eu)

The protocol aims to ensure a harmonised response across the country, guaranteeing that every stage of emergency management—from communication to direct interaction—takes into account the needs of persons with disabilities.

Samsung Replaces Its TalkBack Version with Google’s in One UI 9 Beta - Accessible Android (accessibleandroid.com)

Samsung has released the first One UI 9 beta to Galaxy S26 phones, and with this new beta, a major accessibility-related shift has been observed. Google

Baker McKenzie and Valuable 500 launch world’s first Global Disability Legislation Index to advance inclusion | Newsroom | Baker McKenzie (bakermckenzie.com)

Groundbreaking resource empowers employers with critical legal knowledge on disability inclusion.

Australia targets 70% of aid for disability inclusion (fbcnews.com.fj)

Disability Inclusion Gains Momentum With Skilling, Assistive Tech And AI Push - BW Healthcare World (bwhealthcareworld.com)

The Union Budget 2026–27 sends an encouraging signal by acknowledging the role of emerging technologies, including AI, in building an inclusive and future-ready India. The articulation of “Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas” extending to Divyangjan is important and long overdue. Recognising livelihood pathways, skilling, assistive devices, and a care ecosystem for persons with disabilities is a step in the right direction.The announcements around Divyangjan Kaushal Yojana are particularly relevant. Sectors like IT, AVGC, hospitality, and food & beverages do offer structured, task-oriented roles that can unlock dignified livelihoods for persons with disabilities provided training is truly customised to different disability groups and backed by strong employer partnerships. Similarly, the focus on Divyang Sahara Yojana, strengthening ALIMCO, investing in R&D and AI integration, and expanding PM Divyasha Kendras into Assistive Technology Marts reflects a growing recognition that access to high-quality assistive devices is foundational to inclusion. Enabling people to see, try, and adopt assistive products in modern, accessible retail-style centres can meaningfully improve last-mile access — especially if complemented with awareness, counselling, and financing support.The proposal to expand access through Assistive Technology Marts can be transformational if these centres are designed as accessible, experience-led spaces that enable discovery, trials, counselling, and informed adoption. In alignment with the Government’s push on emerging technologies and the planned rollout of AI Centres of Excellence across States and Union Territories, dedicating one AI CoE to Assistive Technology can accelerate inclusive innovation—bringing together startups, researchers, clinicians, and policymakers to build scalable, affordable solutions and fast-track their adoption across public systems. Together, these measures can move disability inclusion from intent to outcomes, delivering tangible gains in access, livelihoods, and dignity for persons with disabilities.That said, for India to truly become a global leader in disability inclusion and assistive technology, we must go beyond production and distribution. What’s needed is a strong innovation-to-scale pipeline — one that supports startups, researchers, and civil society to co-create solutions, validate them in real-world contexts, and deploy them at population scale through government systems.India has the talent, the startup ecosystem, and the policy momentum. What we now need is institutional capacity to connect innovation with impact. If designed well, the combination of skilling programs, assistive device access, a care workforce, and an AI-first AT CoE can position India not just as a large market for assistive technology but as a global hub for inclusive innovation.

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‘AI mirrors’ are changing the way blind people see themselves (bbc.com)

Artificial intelligence is helping blind people access visual feedback about their bodies, sometimes for the first time. The consequences are only just emerging.

The wearable tech that lets spectators feel the match (bbc.com)

At Tokyo’s Deaflympics, deaf Judo fans aren’t just watching the matches, they’re feeling them, thanks to Hapbeat.

Where Accessibility Lives in the Agent Pipeline — Neil Osman’s Blog (neilosman.com)

The knowledge is in the models. The missing piece is harness engineering - and the feedback loop that keeps it current.

AI Isn’t the Accessibility Problem - AAArdvark (aaardvarkaccessibility.com)

I was watching a developer livestream using AI to generate a complete UI component in real time. The code came out fast, it looked clean, and the developer running the demo was clearly excited. The developer wasn’t specifically prompting for accessibility, and nobody in the thread seemed to notice that the interactive elements had no […]

Structural Workbook for AI + Accessible Design Systems — Anna E. Cook (annaecook.com)

This work book is a 30-item diagnostic that design system leads can used to govern systems while keeping accessibility intact at AI scale.

Governing Accessible Design Systems in the AI Era — Anna E. Cook (annaecook.com)

When AI generates a broken variant, who owns the fix? A six-question governance framework for design system leads keeping accessibility intact at AI scale.

Keyboard Intelligent Guided Test | 4 | Axe DevTools® for Web | Deque Docs (docs.deque.com)

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Cool new stuff coming in ARIA 1.3 - AFixt (afixt.com)

WAI-ARIA 1.3 is shaping up to be useful for rich document editors, annotation systems, complex forms, and interfaces where visible content does not always map cleanly to what assistive technologies need. Please note: ARIA 1.3 is still a draft. The current W3C ARIA Working Group charter lists WAI-ARIA as a Living Recommendation, with ARIA 1.3 […]

Manifesto for Accessible User Experience (knowaboutaccessibility.org)

By David Sloan and Sarah Horton — The idea of developing a “manifesto” as a rallying call and statement of intent for connecting accessibility with user experience was the theme of a workshop we he…

My thoughts on the “focusgroup” attribute proposal - Steve Frenzel (stevefrenzel.dev)

Using only HTML to create complex patterns like menus and tabs.

You can’t audit your way into accessibility culture change (buttondown.com)

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Inclusive user research: vulnerable people - TetraLogical (tetralogical.com)

When running research with vulnerable people, such as people who have been bereaved, people in financial difficulty, or survivors of abuse or violence, it’s essential to create an environment where participants feel safe and where researchers are skilled, supported, and able to work confidently and responsibly.

Open letter to Commissioner Lahbib on the enhanced EU Disability Strategy - ENIL (enil.eu)

Brussels 1 June 2026 Subject: Concretising the implementation of the European Disability Strategy 2026-2030, delivering on the Independent Living, equal treatment and social inclusion ...

Milburn Report highlights impact of disability on opportunities for young people – BDF responds | Business Disability Forum (businessdisabilityforum.org.uk)

Business Disability Forum has responded to the interim Milburn Review, saying that equipping young people for work is a moral imperative as well as an economic necessity.

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My best friend and I recently embarked on an accessible trip to Sicily, thanks to Seable Holidays. This is our experience.

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Period support gaps create barriers for athletes with disabilities (disabilityinsider.com)

Women with disabilities are being locked out of playing sport by a lack of basic menstruation support, and facilities that fail to meet their needs, new research has found.

Secretary Long outlines measures to improve access to Disability Tax Credit (disabilityinsider.com)

The Disability Tax Credit (DTC) provides significant tax relief for persons with disabilities and their supporting family members. Eligibility for the credit also serves as a requirement for access to other key federal supports, including the Canada Disability Benefit, the Child Disability Benefit, and the Registered Disability Savings Plan along with the Canada Disability Savings Grant and Bond.

When I Hear Moms of ‘Typical’ Kids Discuss Their Problems, I Keep This in Mind (themighty.com)

When “typical” problems don’t apply to your child.

Disability and the Far Right: Joan Braune interviews Esther Warwick - Three Way Fight (threewayfight.org)

Esther Warwick discusses the relationship between disability movements and the far right, and how eugenics has influenced laws that harm people with…

Goalball emboldens blind athletes on the court and in their lives (kalw.org)

This is goalball, a sport invented for blind and low vision people. It’s a game that relies on just two senses: hearing and feeling. KALW’s Rachel Longan visited a goalball tournament and later even padded up to play to find out if it is worth the risk.

Rio Grande Valley in ‘dire need’ of sign language interpreters (krgv.com)

In the Rio Grande Valley, there are more than 10,000 people who are deaf, but only 30 state certified sign language interpreters.

Review confirms HPV vaccine is safe, effective (publications.aap.org)

The review also looks at efficacy of a single dose.

An Early Look at Policy Decisions as States Get Ready to Implement Work Requirements | KFF (kff.org)

This issue brief presents findings on policy decisions related to implementation of Medicaid work requirements. The findings draw on information from the annual survey of state Medicaid and CHIP program officials conducted by KFF and the Georgetown University Center for Children and Families for the 43 states (including DC) that will be required to implement work requirements and from focus groups with officials in eight states: Arizona, Indiana, Montana, Nebraska, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Washington.

How Much Do Schools Spend On Special Education? Feds Aim To Find Out - Disability Scoop (disabilityscoop.com)

For the first time in more than two decades, federal officials are moving forward with plans to find out just how much schools across the nation are spending on students with disabilities.

CIL´ s Disability & Trans/Queer Pride (eventbrite.com)

Join us for an afternoon of performances, connection, storytelling, art, music, and accessible community gathering.

Rock to Fakie, Right to Belong: Germany’s Wheelchair Skaters Claim Their Space - Global Disability News (globaldisabilitynews.org)

He takes up speed over a long, flat concrete path toward a quarter pipe. At the coping, he hooks his front wheels into a “Rock to Fakie,” shifts his weight, loosens the casters, and drops back down into the ramp. He flips around, pushes again to regain speed, balances on a wheel over a manual pad, and barely loses speed.

Twenty-Six Years Since the Operating Room (sarahlevis.substack.com)

Looking back on the brain surgeries, the stroke that followed, and the life that came after

Breaking Barriers for Authentic Inclusion | MCIE (mcie.circle.so)

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Amtrak Advances Accessibility Improvements at Prince Station in West Virginia - Amtrak Media (media.amtrak.com)

Platform improvement work at the Prince, WV station (PRC) is currently underway as part of Amtrak’s ADA Stations Program. This project represents a total investment of $4.5M and focuses on replacing the existing passenger platform, along with a series of upgrades designed to improve accessibility and enhance the overall customer experience.

Barrier-free tourism gains ground in Korea - The Korea Times (koreatimes.co.kr)

Korea’s tourism industry is increasingly shifting its focus toward barrier-free travel, as government agencies and local authorities expand program...

What I Wish Travel Advisors Knew About Booking Accessible Travel, as an Agent and a Wheelchair User | TravelAge West (travelagewest.com)

Community Voices: Karen Morales, Fora Accessibility Program Lead, offers tips on how travel advisors can better understand and serve clients with accessibility needs.

Pinacoteca de São Paulo (São Paulo Art Gallery) - Accessible Brazil (accessiblebrazil.com)

Posted on May 25, 2025 • by Vanessa Reis • São Paulo Brazilian culture is multi-ethnic, incredibly rich and highly diverse, evident not only in the diversity of its people, but also in our different accents, cuisine, traditions and festivals, as well as in our musical and cultural output. And one cannot talk about art...

Power-Packed Adventures: A Guide to Air-Travel with Lithium-Powered Mobility Devices - The World is Accessible (theworldisaccessible.com)

Explore the world hassle-free with your lithium-powered mobility device! While these devices offer incredible benefits, air travel can be a challenge. In our comprehensive guide, courtesy of Mobility Direct, we break down essential steps, from choosing FAA-approved devices to navigating airline regulations.

Accessible New Zealand Holidays: Why Winter Wins (theworldisaccessible.com)

Fewer crowds, more staff time, dramatic winter landscapes. Here’s why April to August might be the best time for a wheelchair accessible New Zealand holiday.

Resource Archive - MIUSA (miusa.org)

Preparations for Travel with a Physical Disability - MIUSA (miusa.org)

Get everything you need in place so you can start your adventure right as soon as you land. This includes finding solutions to inaccessible places, learning new strategies, and preparing for differences.

Knowing What Disability Questions to Ask: Sample Accommodations Forms (miusa.org)

Are you advising someone with a disability who is traveling abroad for your volunteer, study or professional program? Do you know what questions to ask to assist them in preparing for travel and living abroad related to their disability? These access information forms provide starting points to learn more about what may be needed. The […]

High School Study Abroad Scholarships – CIEE (ciee.org)

Summer ‘27 Applications Will Open Soon!

CBYX Programs - CBYX (usagermanyscholarship.org)

Jointly funded and managed by the U.S. and German governments, the CBYX program provides 300 scholarships for high school students, high school graduates in…

Community College Access Scholarship - The Forum on Education Abroad (forumea.org)

The Forum on Education Abroad - Community College Access Scholarship

Open Calls | ProFellow (profellow.com)

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Accessible Sensory‑Friendly Spaces in Seattle - Visit Seattle (visitseattle.org)

Welcome to the official VisitSeattle.org site. Learn more about Accessible Sensory‑Friendly Spaces in Seattle.

Ed Dept wants to end some IDEA data collections. How did stakeholders respond? | K-12 Dive (k12dive.com)

Special education and disability groups pushed back against the plan to drop certain data collections tracking racial disparities.

The crisis in special education: IDEA’s unfulfilled promise (thehill.com)

The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) has been a bipartisan priority for decades, but the federal government has never fulfilled its funding promise and the law has not been updated to reflect the realities of a post-pandemic educational landscape, leaving states and local districts to absorb the costs and students with disabilities vulnerable and exposed.

Federal court rules commute problems do not qualify worker for disability retirement | Human Resources Director (hcamag.com)

FBI worker cited seizures and no transit options – the panel still said no

Buc-ee’s allegedly treated worker with a disability with ‘reckless indifference’ | C-Store Dive (cstoredive.com)

“Inflexible thinking” can cause employers to run afoul of reasonable accommodation requirements, an acting regional attorney for the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission said.

VA OIG: Improper overrides on disability claims software cause overpayment | FedScoop (fedscoop.com)

Lack of justification and limited software oversight caused over $67,000 in wrongful disability payments and medical costs, the watchdog found.

Colorado moves to fix RTD with board restructure, accessibility mandates (denver7.com)

Public transportation in the Denver area is about to get a boost, according to Gov. Jared Polis, after the governor signed Senate Bill 26-150 into law aboard an RTD bus Tuesday.

Genetic Scores are Booming. But Will Anti-Discrimination Laws Cover Your DNA? - The New York Times (nytimes.com)

As predictive medicine advances, legal scholars warn that decades-old federal guidelines could set up a potential clash between your genes and your job.

What fans of 432 hertz music say about listening to it at work | AP News (apnews.com)

Music recorded in 432 hertz is taking off on social media platforms and music streaming services. Users can find an increasing number of tracks and playlists employing the alternate tuning frequency that’s lower lower than typical concert pitch. There’s everything from meditation soundscapes to reggae songs recorded by Ziggy Marley. Many avid listeners assign healing properties to music tuned to 432 hertz or believe the frequency is more aligned with nature than standard 440 tuning. There’s no robust scientific evidence to support such claims. Nevertheless, fans of 432 music say that listening to it at work helps them focus and feel grounded.

Colorado student disability rights bill awaits governor’s signature (kjct8.com)

Bipartisan legislation would create state-level protections for students with disabilities as federal enforcement faces uncertainty.

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Paradise for All: Why Carnival’s Newest Port is a Game-Changer for Accessible Travel - Travel And Tour World (travelandtourworld.com)

Explore Celebration Key, the first sensory-inclusive cruise port. Carnival’s private island offers sensory bags and trained staff for a barrier-free travel experience.

Accessible New Zealand Holidays: Why Winter Wins (theworldisaccessible.com)

Fewer crowds, more staff time, dramatic winter landscapes. Here’s why April to August might be the best time for a wheelchair accessible New Zealand holiday.

Resource Archive - MIUSA (miusa.org)

Preparations for Travel with a Physical Disability - MIUSA (miusa.org)

Get everything you need in place so you can start your adventure right as soon as you land. This includes finding solutions to inaccessible places, learning new strategies, and preparing for differences.

Knowing What Disability Questions to Ask: Sample Accommodations Forms (miusa.org)

Are you advising someone with a disability who is traveling abroad for your volunteer, study or professional program? Do you know what questions to ask to assist them in preparing for travel and living abroad related to their disability? These access information forms provide starting points to learn more about what may be needed. The […]

High School Study Abroad Scholarships – CIEE (ciee.org)

Summer ‘27 Applications Will Open Soon!

CBYX Programs - CBYX (usagermanyscholarship.org)

Jointly funded and managed by the U.S. and German governments, the CBYX program provides 300 scholarships for high school students, high school graduates in…

How accessibility shapes one nurse’s approach to care | LHSC (lhsc.on.ca)

May 25, 2026

Community College Access Scholarship - The Forum on Education Abroad (forumea.org)

The Forum on Education Abroad - Community College Access Scholarship

Open Calls | ProFellow (profellow.com)

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Projects selected to improve accessibility | Beehive.govt.nz (beehive.govt.nz)

Accessible Sensory‑Friendly Spaces in Seattle - Visit Seattle (visitseattle.org)

Welcome to the official VisitSeattle.org site. Learn more about Accessible Sensory‑Friendly Spaces in Seattle.

Ed Dept wants to end some IDEA data collections. How did stakeholders respond? | K-12 Dive (k12dive.com)

Special education and disability groups pushed back against the plan to drop certain data collections tracking racial disparities.

The crisis in special education: IDEA’s unfulfilled promise (thehill.com)

The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) has been a bipartisan priority for decades, but the federal government has never fulfilled its funding promise and the law has not been updated to reflect the realities of a post-pandemic educational landscape, leaving states and local districts to absorb the costs and students with disabilities vulnerable and exposed.

Federal court rules commute problems do not qualify worker for disability retirement | Human Resources Director (hcamag.com)

FBI worker cited seizures and no transit options – the panel still said no

Buc-ee’s allegedly treated worker with a disability with ‘reckless indifference’ | C-Store Dive (cstoredive.com)

“Inflexible thinking” can cause employers to run afoul of reasonable accommodation requirements, an acting regional attorney for the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission said.

VA OIG: Improper overrides on disability claims software cause overpayment | FedScoop (fedscoop.com)

Lack of justification and limited software oversight caused over $67,000 in wrongful disability payments and medical costs, the watchdog found.

Genetic Scores are Booming. But Will Anti-Discrimination Laws Cover Your DNA? - The New York Times (nytimes.com)

As predictive medicine advances, legal scholars warn that decades-old federal guidelines could set up a potential clash between your genes and your job.

What fans of 432 hertz music say about listening to it at work | AP News (apnews.com)

Music recorded in 432 hertz is taking off on social media platforms and music streaming services. Users can find an increasing number of tracks and playlists employing the alternate tuning frequency that’s lower lower than typical concert pitch. There’s everything from meditation soundscapes to reggae songs recorded by Ziggy Marley. Many avid listeners assign healing properties to music tuned to 432 hertz or believe the frequency is more aligned with nature than standard 440 tuning. There’s no robust scientific evidence to support such claims. Nevertheless, fans of 432 music say that listening to it at work helps them focus and feel grounded.

Colorado student disability rights bill awaits governor’s signature (kjct8.com)

Bipartisan legislation would create state-level protections for students with disabilities as federal enforcement faces uncertainty.

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Colorado moves to fix RTD with board restructure, accessibility mandates (denver7.com)

Public transportation in the Denver area is about to get a boost, according to Gov. Jared Polis, after the governor signed Senate Bill 26-150 into law aboard an RTD bus Tuesday.

Disability advocates sue over website accessibility delays - Route Fifty (route-fifty.com)

The National Federation of the Blind sued the Departments of Justice and Health and Human Services after a rule requiring government websites to be accessible was delayed for a year.

Accessible New Zealand Holidays: Why Winter Wins (theworldisaccessible.com)

Fewer crowds, more staff time, dramatic winter landscapes. Here’s why April to August might be the best time for a wheelchair accessible New Zealand holiday.

Resource Archive - MIUSA (miusa.org)

Preparations for Travel with a Physical Disability - MIUSA (miusa.org)

Get everything you need in place so you can start your adventure right as soon as you land. This includes finding solutions to inaccessible places, learning new strategies, and preparing for differences.

Knowing What Disability Questions to Ask: Sample Accommodations Forms (miusa.org)

Are you advising someone with a disability who is traveling abroad for your volunteer, study or professional program? Do you know what questions to ask to assist them in preparing for travel and living abroad related to their disability? These access information forms provide starting points to learn more about what may be needed. The […]

High School Study Abroad Scholarships – CIEE (ciee.org)

Summer ‘27 Applications Will Open Soon!

CBYX Programs - CBYX (usagermanyscholarship.org)

Jointly funded and managed by the U.S. and German governments, the CBYX program provides 300 scholarships for high school students, high school graduates in…

Connecticut Takes Aim at AI in Employment Decisions With SB 5 | ArentFox Schiff (afslaw.com)

On May 1, the Connecticut legislature approved Senate Bill 5 (SB 5), an Act Concerning Online Safety, which Governor Ned Lamont has indicated he intends to sign.

Offit Kurman (offitkurman.com)

Learn how AI in HR and recruiting impacts employment law, bias risks, and compliance, including emerging state regulations.

Community College Access Scholarship - The Forum on Education Abroad (forumea.org)

The Forum on Education Abroad - Community College Access Scholarship

Open Calls | ProFellow (profellow.com)

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Video game accessibility: How can games can be made more inclusive? (smh.com.au)

Gaming has become a vital social tool, yet many people are unable to play the games. Swinburne researchers believe they have found a way to make them much more accessible.

Accessible Sensory‑Friendly Spaces in Seattle - Visit Seattle (visitseattle.org)

Welcome to the official VisitSeattle.org site. Learn more about Accessible Sensory‑Friendly Spaces in Seattle.

Ed Dept wants to end some IDEA data collections. How did stakeholders respond? | K-12 Dive (k12dive.com)

Special education and disability groups pushed back against the plan to drop certain data collections tracking racial disparities.

The crisis in special education: IDEA’s unfulfilled promise (thehill.com)

The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) has been a bipartisan priority for decades, but the federal government has never fulfilled its funding promise and the law has not been updated to reflect the realities of a post-pandemic educational landscape, leaving states and local districts to absorb the costs and students with disabilities vulnerable and exposed.

Federal court rules commute problems do not qualify worker for disability retirement | Human Resources Director (hcamag.com)

FBI worker cited seizures and no transit options – the panel still said no

Buc-ee’s allegedly treated worker with a disability with ‘reckless indifference’ | C-Store Dive (cstoredive.com)

“Inflexible thinking” can cause employers to run afoul of reasonable accommodation requirements, an acting regional attorney for the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission said.

VA OIG: Improper overrides on disability claims software cause overpayment | FedScoop (fedscoop.com)

Lack of justification and limited software oversight caused over $67,000 in wrongful disability payments and medical costs, the watchdog found.

Genetic Scores are Booming. But Will Anti-Discrimination Laws Cover Your DNA? - The New York Times (nytimes.com)

As predictive medicine advances, legal scholars warn that decades-old federal guidelines could set up a potential clash between your genes and your job.

What fans of 432 hertz music say about listening to it at work | AP News (apnews.com)

Music recorded in 432 hertz is taking off on social media platforms and music streaming services. Users can find an increasing number of tracks and playlists employing the alternate tuning frequency that’s lower lower than typical concert pitch. There’s everything from meditation soundscapes to reggae songs recorded by Ziggy Marley. Many avid listeners assign healing properties to music tuned to 432 hertz or believe the frequency is more aligned with nature than standard 440 tuning. There’s no robust scientific evidence to support such claims. Nevertheless, fans of 432 music say that listening to it at work helps them focus and feel grounded.

Colorado student disability rights bill awaits governor’s signature (kjct8.com)

Bipartisan legislation would create state-level protections for students with disabilities as federal enforcement faces uncertainty.

Site Not Available (ksbw.com)

Colorado moves to fix RTD with board restructure, accessibility mandates (denver7.com)

Public transportation in the Denver area is about to get a boost, according to Gov. Jared Polis, after the governor signed Senate Bill 26-150 into law aboard an RTD bus Tuesday.

Disability advocates sue over website accessibility delays - Route Fifty (route-fifty.com)

The National Federation of the Blind sued the Departments of Justice and Health and Human Services after a rule requiring government websites to be accessible was delayed for a year.

Resource Archive - MIUSA (miusa.org)

Preparations for Travel with a Physical Disability - MIUSA (miusa.org)

Get everything you need in place so you can start your adventure right as soon as you land. This includes finding solutions to inaccessible places, learning new strategies, and preparing for differences.

Knowing What Disability Questions to Ask: Sample Accommodations Forms (miusa.org)

Are you advising someone with a disability who is traveling abroad for your volunteer, study or professional program? Do you know what questions to ask to assist them in preparing for travel and living abroad related to their disability? These access information forms provide starting points to learn more about what may be needed. The […]

High School Study Abroad Scholarships – CIEE (ciee.org)

Summer ‘27 Applications Will Open Soon!

CBYX Programs - CBYX (usagermanyscholarship.org)

Jointly funded and managed by the U.S. and German governments, the CBYX program provides 300 scholarships for high school students, high school graduates in…

New TTC posters help blind and visually impaired riders at Dufferin Station - TorontoToday.ca (torontotoday.ca)

Ahead of the FIFA World Cup, the TTC is attempting to make its system more accessible to riders with visual impairments and those who may not speak English

Community College Access Scholarship - The Forum on Education Abroad (forumea.org)

The Forum on Education Abroad - Community College Access Scholarship

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RBC Foundation announces recipients of the 2026 Community Spaces Grant to advance environmental sustainability and accessibility in buildings and spaces - RBC News & Stories (rbc.com)

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Ed Dept wants to end some IDEA data collections. How did stakeholders respond? | K-12 Dive (k12dive.com)

Special education and disability groups pushed back against the plan to drop certain data collections tracking racial disparities.

The crisis in special education: IDEA’s unfulfilled promise (thehill.com)

The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) has been a bipartisan priority for decades, but the federal government has never fulfilled its funding promise and the law has not been updated to reflect the realities of a post-pandemic educational landscape, leaving states and local districts to absorb the costs and students with disabilities vulnerable and exposed.

Federal court rules commute problems do not qualify worker for disability retirement | Human Resources Director (hcamag.com)

FBI worker cited seizures and no transit options – the panel still said no

CRTC improves accessibility of programming for Canadians who are Deaf, DeafBlind or hard of hearing (finance.yahoo.com)

The CRTC is taking another step forward to implement the modernized Broadcasting Act (the Act) by making programming more accessible for Canadians who are...

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“Inflexible thinking” can cause employers to run afoul of reasonable accommodation requirements, an acting regional attorney for the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission said.

VA OIG: Improper overrides on disability claims software cause overpayment | FedScoop (fedscoop.com)

Lack of justification and limited software oversight caused over $67,000 in wrongful disability payments and medical costs, the watchdog found.

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What fans of 432 hertz music say about listening to it at work | AP News (apnews.com)

Music recorded in 432 hertz is taking off on social media platforms and music streaming services. Users can find an increasing number of tracks and playlists employing the alternate tuning frequency that’s lower lower than typical concert pitch. There’s everything from meditation soundscapes to reggae songs recorded by Ziggy Marley. Many avid listeners assign healing properties to music tuned to 432 hertz or believe the frequency is more aligned with nature than standard 440 tuning. There’s no robust scientific evidence to support such claims. Nevertheless, fans of 432 music say that listening to it at work helps them focus and feel grounded.

Colorado student disability rights bill awaits governor’s signature (kjct8.com)

Bipartisan legislation would create state-level protections for students with disabilities as federal enforcement faces uncertainty.

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Colorado moves to fix RTD with board restructure, accessibility mandates (denver7.com)

Public transportation in the Denver area is about to get a boost, according to Gov. Jared Polis, after the governor signed Senate Bill 26-150 into law aboard an RTD bus Tuesday.

Disability advocates sue over website accessibility delays - Route Fifty (route-fifty.com)

The National Federation of the Blind sued the Departments of Justice and Health and Human Services after a rule requiring government websites to be accessible was delayed for a year.

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New Zealand Funds Six Technology Projects To Improve Accessibility - OpenGov Asia (opengovasia.com)

New Zealand has selected six projects for funding through the Access Activator pilot programme, an initiative designed to improve accessibility for disabled

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Live Nation pilot aims to establish touring accessibility framework | IQ Magazine (iqmagazine.com)

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Robert Kraft Gifts Handicap Accessible Minivan to Local Family (patriots.com)

Patriots Chairman & CEO Robert Kraft gifted a handicap accessible minivan to a local family after hearing of their old one being totaled in an accident.

Accessible New Zealand Holidays: Why Winter Wins (theworldisaccessible.com)

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Welcome to the official VisitSeattle.org site. Learn more about Accessible Sensory‑Friendly Spaces in Seattle.

Ed Dept wants to end some IDEA data collections. How did stakeholders respond? | K-12 Dive (k12dive.com)

Special education and disability groups pushed back against the plan to drop certain data collections tracking racial disparities.

The crisis in special education: IDEA’s unfulfilled promise (thehill.com)

The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) has been a bipartisan priority for decades, but the federal government has never fulfilled its funding promise and the law has not been updated to reflect the realities of a post-pandemic educational landscape, leaving states and local districts to absorb the costs and students with disabilities vulnerable and exposed.

Federal court rules commute problems do not qualify worker for disability retirement | Human Resources Director (hcamag.com)

FBI worker cited seizures and no transit options – the panel still said no

Manufacturer’s $100K EEOC Settlement Offers Key ADA Lessons for All Employers: Top Takeaways and Practical Tips | Fisher Phillips LLP (fisherphillips.com)

A manufacturer based in Maryland has agreed to pay $100,000 to settle claims that it violated the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) by demoting an employee with complete hearing loss in one ear. According to the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission’s (EEOC’s) announcement last month, the manufacturer denied the employee’s request for hearing protection equipment that would have cost $1,700. The settlement offers employers important lessons about the ADA and its reasonable accommodation rules. This Insight covers what happened, what your business can learn from it, and practical tips you should consider implementing now.

Preparations for Travel with a Physical Disability - MIUSA (miusa.org)

Get everything you need in place so you can start your adventure right as soon as you land. This includes finding solutions to inaccessible places, learning new strategies, and preparing for differences.

Media Act 2024: Ofcom releases the “Tier 1” Standards Code and Accessibility Code (cms.law)

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Inaccessible websites are a legal and revenue risk. Here’s what most teams get wrong.

Buc-ee’s allegedly treated worker with a disability with ‘reckless indifference’ | C-Store Dive (cstoredive.com)

“Inflexible thinking” can cause employers to run afoul of reasonable accommodation requirements, an acting regional attorney for the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission said.

VA OIG: Improper overrides on disability claims software cause overpayment | FedScoop (fedscoop.com)

Lack of justification and limited software oversight caused over $67,000 in wrongful disability payments and medical costs, the watchdog found.

Genetic Scores are Booming. But Will Anti-Discrimination Laws Cover Your DNA? - The New York Times (nytimes.com)

As predictive medicine advances, legal scholars warn that decades-old federal guidelines could set up a potential clash between your genes and your job.

What fans of 432 hertz music say about listening to it at work | AP News (apnews.com)

Music recorded in 432 hertz is taking off on social media platforms and music streaming services. Users can find an increasing number of tracks and playlists employing the alternate tuning frequency that’s lower lower than typical concert pitch. There’s everything from meditation soundscapes to reggae songs recorded by Ziggy Marley. Many avid listeners assign healing properties to music tuned to 432 hertz or believe the frequency is more aligned with nature than standard 440 tuning. There’s no robust scientific evidence to support such claims. Nevertheless, fans of 432 music say that listening to it at work helps them focus and feel grounded.

Faculty and staff honored with 2026 Accessibility Advocate awards | E-News | West Virginia University (enews.wvu.edu)

The Office of Student Accommodations is recognizing nine faculty and staff members for going out of their way to make the University more accessible to students with disabilities.

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Sessions took on ADA compliance and standardizing school intake processes.

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The Forum on Education Abroad - Community College Access Scholarship

Colorado student disability rights bill awaits governor’s signature (kjct8.com)

Bipartisan legislation would create state-level protections for students with disabilities as federal enforcement faces uncertainty.

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Colorado moves to fix RTD with board restructure, accessibility mandates (denver7.com)

Public transportation in the Denver area is about to get a boost, according to Gov. Jared Polis, after the governor signed Senate Bill 26-150 into law aboard an RTD bus Tuesday.

Disability advocates sue over website accessibility delays - Route Fifty (route-fifty.com)

The National Federation of the Blind sued the Departments of Justice and Health and Human Services after a rule requiring government websites to be accessible was delayed for a year.

Senator Ryan Announces Passage of Legislation to Streamline Accessibility Accommodations for Disabled Veterans | NYSenate.gov (nysenate.gov)

Accessible Sensory‑Friendly Spaces in Seattle - Visit Seattle (visitseattle.org)

Welcome to the official VisitSeattle.org site. Learn more about Accessible Sensory‑Friendly Spaces in Seattle.

Court Ruling Could Make It Easier for Federal Workers to Qualify for Disability Retirement — FEDmanager (fedmanager.com)

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On May 11, 2026, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR) published an Interim Final Rule (IFR),...

The crisis in special education: IDEA’s unfulfilled promise (thehill.com)

The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) has been a bipartisan priority for decades, but the federal government has never fulfilled its funding promise and the law has not been updated to reflect the realities of a post-pandemic educational landscape, leaving states and local districts to absorb the costs and students with disabilities vulnerable and exposed.

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VA OIG: Improper overrides on disability claims software cause overpayment | FedScoop (fedscoop.com)

Lack of justification and limited software oversight caused over $67,000 in wrongful disability payments and medical costs, the watchdog found.

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Buc-ee’s allegedly treated worker with a disability with ‘reckless indifference’ | C-Store Dive (cstoredive.com)

“Inflexible thinking” can cause employers to run afoul of reasonable accommodation requirements, an acting regional attorney for the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission said.

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Genetic Scores are Booming. But Will Anti-Discrimination Laws Cover Your DNA? - The New York Times (nytimes.com)

As predictive medicine advances, legal scholars warn that decades-old federal guidelines could set up a potential clash between your genes and your job.

There is so much that needs improvement, but we need to start with better accessibility to mental health support in Wales (nation.cymru)

There’s no shortage of discussion around mental health and yet the same conclusion persists – we need to improve the way people in Wales have access support. Eleri Evans knows first-hand what it’s like to seek support for mental health from a young age. The 21-year-old developed symptoms of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) as a […]

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What fans of 432 hertz music say about listening to it at work | AP News (apnews.com)

Music recorded in 432 hertz is taking off on social media platforms and music streaming services. Users can find an increasing number of tracks and playlists employing the alternate tuning frequency that’s lower lower than typical concert pitch. There’s everything from meditation soundscapes to reggae songs recorded by Ziggy Marley. Many avid listeners assign healing properties to music tuned to 432 hertz or believe the frequency is more aligned with nature than standard 440 tuning. There’s no robust scientific evidence to support such claims. Nevertheless, fans of 432 music say that listening to it at work helps them focus and feel grounded.

New Office of Accessibility Resource: WCAG 2.1 Role-based Materials (mn.gov)

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Colorado student disability rights bill awaits governor’s signature (kjct8.com)

Bipartisan legislation would create state-level protections for students with disabilities as federal enforcement faces uncertainty.

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Meet Murray Sargent, the quiet force behind accessible math | Microsoft Community Hub (techcommunity.microsoft.com)

If you’ve ever typed an equation into Microsoft Word, copied math from the web into a document, or relied on a screen reader to understand an equation, you’ve benefited from Murray Sargent’s work, even if you’ve never heard his name. As we celebrate Global Accessibility Awareness Day, we’re recognizing Murray, recipient of the Microsoft Accessibility Lifetime Achievement Award, for his extraordinary contributions to accessibility at Microsoft. At 85, Murray is still contributing to Microsoft products, with a goal that sounds simple but is surprisingly hard to get right: make math not only readable, but writable, editable, and accessible for everyone. Most people slow down at this stage of life. Murray is still shipping. And what makes his story compelling is that his work has never really been about equations alone. It’s been about people. Students trying to finish homework independently. Researchers trying to express an idea clearly. Blind users trying not just to hear math, but to write it, revise it, and make it their own. Murray is part of a long arc of computing history, from the earliest days of digital math display to accessibility breakthroughs that now reach millions of people every month. From lasers to letters to living math Murray’s path into this work started long before modern productivity software existed. As a Yale graduate student in theoretical physics, he was writing a dissertation in laser theory packed with Greek letters and notation that everyday typing tools handled badly. One memory sticks with him because it’s so physical. The wife of one of his professors was typing a dissertation on an IBM typewriter and literally removed keys and replaced them with different keys just to type Greek letters. Even by the standards of the time, it was clunky. For Murray, it was also revealing. The problem wasn’t the math. The problem was that the tools were getting in the way of people trying to express it. That problem stayed with him. When he finished his PhD and joined Bell Labs, he kept thinking about how math could be represented more naturally with computers. In 1968, because he needed to prepare slides and there was no PowerPoint waiting to save him, he created a way to display mathematical equations on presentation slides. It wasn’t just a technical win. It gave shape to a belief that would guide the rest of his career: math should not be frozen in place. It should behave like text. A career built around one stubborn question By the time Murray joined Microsoft in 1992, he had already spent decades thinking about how people write math digitally. When he moved into the TextServices team supporting Word and RichEdit, he had a long-term goal: to bring high-quality math editing and display into Microsoft products in a way that felt natural and direct. He’s candid that it took longer than he expected, but the goal never changed. If you want a peek at the engineering stories he points to himself, Murray calls out work like LineServices and Mathematical typography in Office. What fascinated him wasn’t just how equations looked. It was whether they could be edited like text. He wanted the promise of WYSIWYG editing: put your cursor where you want, change part of an equation, paste something into the middle of something else, and have it just work. That shift matters more than it sounds. When math is treated like a picture, it becomes fragile. Harder to edit. Harder to speak. Harder to braille. Harder to make accessible. But when it is treated as structured, editable content, the door opens wider for everyone. The part people miss about “math accessibility” When people hear “accessible math,” many assume it’s mostly about reading. Murray gently disagrees. “Most people seem to think that math accessibility is just providing math speech and braille for existing math in documents,” he says. “But for people documenting their own work or students writing up their math homework, math accessibility must include entering and editing math.” That one shift changes the whole goal. You are not just making equations understandable. You are making them authorable. For a blind student trying to finish homework independently, that difference is everything. When braille changed the whole problem Math braille became a turning point in Murray’s accessibility work. He points to the Nemeth braille code, a linear format that predates FORTRAN. What grabbed him was that Nemeth showed you can represent sophisticated math in a linear way and still preserve meaning, even without visual layout. That perspective fits perfectly with how he thinks about math formats like UnicodeMath. And it helps explain why he cares so much about structure. If the structure is right, math can travel. It can be spoken, displayed, edited, and felt on a refreshable braille display without losing what it means. The tiny shortcut he’s proud of If you ask Murray what behind the scenes contribution he’s proud of, he doesn’t point to something flashy. He points to a keyboard shortcut: Alt+X. Alt+X converts Unicode character codes into symbols. For instance, pressing Alt+X in Microsoft Word toggles the text between its Unicode code value (221E) and the corresponding character (∞) in the same location. It’s the kind of feature that feels small until you learn about it, and then it becomes part of how you think. It’s also very on brand for him: practical, efficient, and quietly empowering. The moment it stopped being hypothetical Around the same time Murray’s work was taking off, Microsoft was beginning to rethink how accessibility work happened in the first place. Instead of building features and hoping they helped later, teams were starting to work more closely with the disability community to understand how people were actually interacting with math in real scenarios. That shift toward co design is now reflected in the company’s Inclusive Design hub, which emphasizes solving for one person’s needs in ways that extend to many. For years, Murray hoped his work was helping people. But he didn’t always get direct confirmation. He says he didn’t have confirmation until “the DAISY folks reported back that they wanted to recommend Microsoft Word for navigating a complex equation and having it understand when you entered a part of the equation”, but they just needed to eliminate some limitations. “At that point, it really seemed like we could make math accessible,” he said. “I wish I had had that feedback back in 2017!” That is the emotional center of this story. A person can work on something for decades and still wonder if it matters. Then, one piece of feedback validates your hypothesis and suddenly it is not theoretical anymore. The power of Murray’s work is also evident when you hear stories like that of Alex Benoit, now a senior developer on the Excel team, who recalled relying on Word’s equation tools throughout college and being “really, really grateful, even at the time” because they allowed him to write clean mathematical notation in his reports, even if he “didn’t know who to thank” at the time. A moment of recognition, decades in the making Yesterday, Murray’s impact was recognized in a big way. He received the first-ever Microsoft Accessibility Lifetime Achievement Award for his contributions to digital math accessibility. The award highlights the very work described throughout this story: helping make math in Microsoft Office more accessible for blind and low-vision users through innovations in equation editing, math speech, braille support, and structured digital math experiences. During the ceremony, his work was described as life-changing, noting that these breakthroughs made it possible for students and professionals to read, write, and work with math in ways that were previously difficult or inaccessible. It’s the kind of recognition that puts a spotlight on something Murray has focused on all along: not just making math visible, but making it usable for everyone. Still curious, still building In the past six months, in collaboration with Peter Wu and Rick Sailor, Murray has continued to build his legacy and make math accessible with new features like easier screen reading announcements while navigating equations and copy/paste equations using MathML. Murray stays active outside of his passion for writing math code, too. His advice is simple and very him: “Carpe diem! Regular exercise is possibly the best investment a person can make; eat healthful food; have good personal relationships; work hard on meaningful goals.” He also names recent hikes he loved, including Mt. Wrightson (south of Tucson) and Sahale Arm in the North Cascades. And yes, he has a cave photo near Sedona that belongs in the post because it’s the perfect visual shorthand for his whole vibe: still exploring, still climbing, still game. A legacy written in equations and people Murray’s legacy is not just standards work, file formats, or clever shortcuts. It’s about making sure math, the language of science, education, and discovery, is available to everyone. Not someday. Today. If you’re a Microsoft 365 user or educator, you can explore math accessibility features right now in Word, PowerPoint, and OneNote. And if you want to go deeper, Murray has documented much of this work in his own words across years of posts, including his retirement reflection, “It’s been so fine!” and his story about early Windows days.

Colorado moves to fix RTD with board restructure, accessibility mandates (denver7.com)

Public transportation in the Denver area is about to get a boost, according to Gov. Jared Polis, after the governor signed Senate Bill 26-150 into law aboard an RTD bus Tuesday.

Disability advocates sue over website accessibility delays - Route Fifty (route-fifty.com)

The National Federation of the Blind sued the Departments of Justice and Health and Human Services after a rule requiring government websites to be accessible was delayed for a year.

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Just in time for Google I/O, the Chrome for Developers site announced Modern Web Guidance (MWG): Modern Web Guidance is a set of evergreen and expert-vetted skills that guide your AI coding agents across many common use cases to build modern web experiences that are accessible, performant, and secure. Build…

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Disability rights advocates say everything from filing for unemployment to voting in the midterms just got much harder.

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PointCheck, an independent project, uses Molmo, MolmoWeb, and Olmo 3 to test web accessibility the way a keyboard user would—by navigating real pages and inspecting what’s actually on screen.

Colorado student disability rights bill awaits governor’s signature (kjct8.com)

Bipartisan legislation would create state-level protections for students with disabilities as federal enforcement faces uncertainty.

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Meet Murray Sargent, the quiet force behind accessible math | Microsoft Community Hub (techcommunity.microsoft.com)

If you’ve ever typed an equation into Microsoft Word, copied math from the web into a document, or relied on a screen reader to understand an equation, you’ve benefited from Murray Sargent’s work, even if you’ve never heard his name. As we celebrate Global Accessibility Awareness Day, we’re recognizing Murray, recipient of the Microsoft Accessibility Lifetime Achievement Award, for his extraordinary contributions to accessibility at Microsoft. At 85, Murray is still contributing to Microsoft products, with a goal that sounds simple but is surprisingly hard to get right: make math not only readable, but writable, editable, and accessible for everyone. Most people slow down at this stage of life. Murray is still shipping. And what makes his story compelling is that his work has never really been about equations alone. It’s been about people. Students trying to finish homework independently. Researchers trying to express an idea clearly. Blind users trying not just to hear math, but to write it, revise it, and make it their own. Murray is part of a long arc of computing history, from the earliest days of digital math display to accessibility breakthroughs that now reach millions of people every month. From lasers to letters to living math Murray’s path into this work started long before modern productivity software existed. As a Yale graduate student in theoretical physics, he was writing a dissertation in laser theory packed with Greek letters and notation that everyday typing tools handled badly. One memory sticks with him because it’s so physical. The wife of one of his professors was typing a dissertation on an IBM typewriter and literally removed keys and replaced them with different keys just to type Greek letters. Even by the standards of the time, it was clunky. For Murray, it was also revealing. The problem wasn’t the math. The problem was that the tools were getting in the way of people trying to express it. That problem stayed with him. When he finished his PhD and joined Bell Labs, he kept thinking about how math could be represented more naturally with computers. In 1968, because he needed to prepare slides and there was no PowerPoint waiting to save him, he created a way to display mathematical equations on presentation slides. It wasn’t just a technical win. It gave shape to a belief that would guide the rest of his career: math should not be frozen in place. It should behave like text. A career built around one stubborn question By the time Murray joined Microsoft in 1992, he had already spent decades thinking about how people write math digitally. When he moved into the TextServices team supporting Word and RichEdit, he had a long-term goal: to bring high-quality math editing and display into Microsoft products in a way that felt natural and direct. He’s candid that it took longer than he expected, but the goal never changed. If you want a peek at the engineering stories he points to himself, Murray calls out work like LineServices and Mathematical typography in Office. What fascinated him wasn’t just how equations looked. It was whether they could be edited like text. He wanted the promise of WYSIWYG editing: put your cursor where you want, change part of an equation, paste something into the middle of something else, and have it just work. That shift matters more than it sounds. When math is treated like a picture, it becomes fragile. Harder to edit. Harder to speak. Harder to braille. Harder to make accessible. But when it is treated as structured, editable content, the door opens wider for everyone. The part people miss about “math accessibility” When people hear “accessible math,” many assume it’s mostly about reading. Murray gently disagrees. “Most people seem to think that math accessibility is just providing math speech and braille for existing math in documents,” he says. “But for people documenting their own work or students writing up their math homework, math accessibility must include entering and editing math.” That one shift changes the whole goal. You are not just making equations understandable. You are making them authorable. For a blind student trying to finish homework independently, that difference is everything. When braille changed the whole problem Math braille became a turning point in Murray’s accessibility work. He points to the Nemeth braille code, a linear format that predates FORTRAN. What grabbed him was that Nemeth showed you can represent sophisticated math in a linear way and still preserve meaning, even without visual layout. That perspective fits perfectly with how he thinks about math formats like UnicodeMath. And it helps explain why he cares so much about structure. If the structure is right, math can travel. It can be spoken, displayed, edited, and felt on a refreshable braille display without losing what it means. The tiny shortcut he’s proud of If you ask Murray what behind the scenes contribution he’s proud of, he doesn’t point to something flashy. He points to a keyboard shortcut: Alt+X. Alt+X converts Unicode character codes into symbols. For instance, pressing Alt+X in Microsoft Word toggles the text between its Unicode code value (221E) and the corresponding character (∞) in the same location. It’s the kind of feature that feels small until you learn about it, and then it becomes part of how you think. It’s also very on brand for him: practical, efficient, and quietly empowering. The moment it stopped being hypothetical Around the same time Murray’s work was taking off, Microsoft was beginning to rethink how accessibility work happened in the first place. Instead of building features and hoping they helped later, teams were starting to work more closely with the disability community to understand how people were actually interacting with math in real scenarios. That shift toward co design is now reflected in the company’s Inclusive Design hub, which emphasizes solving for one person’s needs in ways that extend to many. For years, Murray hoped his work was helping people. But he didn’t always get direct confirmation. He says he didn’t have confirmation until “the DAISY folks reported back that they wanted to recommend Microsoft Word for navigating a complex equation and having it understand when you entered a part of the equation”, but they just needed to eliminate some limitations. “At that point, it really seemed like we could make math accessible,” he said. “I wish I had had that feedback back in 2017!” That is the emotional center of this story. A person can work on something for decades and still wonder if it matters. Then, one piece of feedback validates your hypothesis and suddenly it is not theoretical anymore. The power of Murray’s work is also evident when you hear stories like that of Alex Benoit, now a senior developer on the Excel team, who recalled relying on Word’s equation tools throughout college and being “really, really grateful, even at the time” because they allowed him to write clean mathematical notation in his reports, even if he “didn’t know who to thank” at the time. A moment of recognition, decades in the making Yesterday, Murray’s impact was recognized in a big way. He received the first-ever Microsoft Accessibility Lifetime Achievement Award for his contributions to digital math accessibility. The award highlights the very work described throughout this story: helping make math in Microsoft Office more accessible for blind and low-vision users through innovations in equation editing, math speech, braille support, and structured digital math experiences. During the ceremony, his work was described as life-changing, noting that these breakthroughs made it possible for students and professionals to read, write, and work with math in ways that were previously difficult or inaccessible. It’s the kind of recognition that puts a spotlight on something Murray has focused on all along: not just making math visible, but making it usable for everyone. Still curious, still building In the past six months, in collaboration with Peter Wu and Rick Sailor, Murray has continued to build his legacy and make math accessible with new features like easier screen reading announcements while navigating equations and copy/paste equations using MathML. Murray stays active outside of his passion for writing math code, too. His advice is simple and very him: “Carpe diem! Regular exercise is possibly the best investment a person can make; eat healthful food; have good personal relationships; work hard on meaningful goals.” He also names recent hikes he loved, including Mt. Wrightson (south of Tucson) and Sahale Arm in the North Cascades. And yes, he has a cave photo near Sedona that belongs in the post because it’s the perfect visual shorthand for his whole vibe: still exploring, still climbing, still game. A legacy written in equations and people Murray’s legacy is not just standards work, file formats, or clever shortcuts. It’s about making sure math, the language of science, education, and discovery, is available to everyone. Not someday. Today. If you’re a Microsoft 365 user or educator, you can explore math accessibility features right now in Word, PowerPoint, and OneNote. And if you want to go deeper, Murray has documented much of this work in his own words across years of posts, including his retirement reflection, “It’s been so fine!” and his story about early Windows days.

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unpacking one of cinema’s favourite plot twists

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TfL is withdrawing New Routemaster buses without an accessibility assessment, raising questions for wheelchair users and disabled passengers.

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More than 10,000 Kansas children lose food assistance in wake of One Big Beautiful Bill Act • Kansas Reflector (kansasreflector.com)

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‘Every car in context.’ Refreshable braille can help more people enjoy the Indy 500 (wfyi.org)

People with limited sight often enjoy sports through listening. But audio descriptions of sports events — like the Indy 500 - can miss details.

In a Vaccine-Skeptical California County, a Potential Playbook To Contain Measles - KFF Health News (kffhealthnews.org)

Conservative Shasta County stopped a measles outbreak from spreading, enlisting teachers, church leaders, and other trusted community members to get the public on board with health guidelines. Infectious disease specialists say the successful effort could be a guide for other communities struggling to contain the highly contagious virus.

Autistic people are enduring state-sanctioned torture in the UK. Yet we do nothing (inews.co.uk)

Beneath the surface of each scandal is the medically and morally indefensible system

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A Cy-Fair ISD police officer used a “dehumanizing” hogtie restraint on a 10-year-old with disabilities three times in 2023, the Houston Chronicle and The New York Times found.

Deafblind woman could become first to summit Everest, with a U of T researcher’s aid | RCI (ici.radio-canada.ca)

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France becomes first EU country to reimburse anti-obesity drugs, minister says (reuters.com)

France will reimburse the cost of weight-loss drugs ​prescribed to severely obese patients from mid-June in a first for a European ‌Union country, Health Minister Stephanie Rist said on Thursday.

Ryan O’Connell Talks ‘Cumspringas,’ Grindr and Why Straight People Are in ‘Hetero Hell’ (Exclusive) (gayety.com)

Ryan O’Connell opens up to Gayety about Inspiration Porn, open relationships, body image, addiction and why straight people are in “hetero hell.”

An Enforcement Agency That Won’t Enforce: HUD’s Policy Reversal On Emotional Support Animals - DREDF (dredf.org)

Disability Rights Education & Defense Fund

Online Webinar: Advancing a UN Convention on the Human Rights of Older Persons (events.humanitix.com)

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DR Congo Ebola cases rise amid distrust, armed conflict zone (npr.org)

Africa races to contain a fast-spreading Ebola outbreak threatening 10 countries as infections spill from eastern Congo into Uganda.

Disability Power on the Hill 2026: Voices, Advocacy, and Community in Action - AAPD (aapd.com)

From May 11-15, the American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD) hosted its 3rd annual Disability Power on the Hill event. 72 disability advocates came to Washington, D.C. from states all over the country. These advocates did 75 meetings on Capitol Hill, 15 of which were with a Representative or Senator. Since this event, there […]

Let’s talk buses – from Cornwall to Norwich to Newcastle and the... (bususers.org)

Championing passengers across England In April, Bus Users UK ran a series of ‘Let’s Talk Buses’ events across Norwich, the North East and Cornwall. These events created an opportunity to do what...

Adaptive Products Roundup: May 2026 (newmobility.com)

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US DOL announces 2026 National Disability Employment Awareness Month theme (disabilityinsider.com)

The U.S. Department of Labor’s Office of Disability Employment Policy announced that this year’s National Disability Employment Awareness Month theme will be “Celebrating Value and Talent,” carrying the spirit of last year’s celebration forward through 2026 in honor of America’s 250th birthday.

Scottish Council Faces Outrage After Removing Wheelchair Ramp Over Safety Risks (streamlinefeed.co.ke)

A Scottish council has sparked intense fury from disability advocates after abruptly removing a vital wheelchair access ramp from a historic public building.

Mentallyunstitched: The Clothing Brand Supporting Mental Health And Neurodivergent Wellbeing | Crip Life™ (criplife.co.uk)

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AXSChat Podcast with Sharon Newhardt (axschat.com)

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Australians with disabilities copped the biggest cuts in the budget. Yet conservative media’s heart bleeds for the wealthy (theguardian.com)

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Euston Station HS2 Plans Leaked (londoncentric.media)

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Disabled people navigate a daily paradox: we are, as Rosemarie Garland-Thomson describes, ‘visually conspicuous while politically and socially erased.’ Historically exhibited in freak shows without consent or agency, disabled bodies have long been positioned as spectacle. Yet when disabled artists – dancers, actors, visual artists – claim creative spaces, this imposed visibility transforms into chosen display. The stage, the gallery, the screen become what Ann Cooper Albright calls ‘a radical space, an unruly location’ where we wrest control of the gaze that has been weaponized against us. This symposium centres on the politics of exposure: how do disabled artists negotiate, resist, and reclaim the normative gaze? Through their work, disabled artists invite audiences into new modes of perceiving disabled embodiment – not as broken or inspirational, but as a source of creativity, virtuosity, and aesthetic innovation. Join us to explore what cross-arts conversations uniquely offer when thinking through how art allows us to reconnect with our bodyminds on our own terms. Locations and timings: Performance: Thursday 28th May 7pm; Judith Wilson Studio, English Faculty Symposium: 29th May 2-6pm; SG2, Alison Richard Building Performance info: Cirque du Handicap is a show celebrating the power within Disability. It features exaggerated circus acts, theatre, and spoken word poetry to represent the life of Disability activist, writer, and actor Simi Roach. The performance takes us through Simi’s life story to demonstrate how the world tries to diminish the natural power within Disabled people. Audience interaction included. Runtime: 2 hours (plus 20-minute interval) Symposium schedule: Student panel 2-330 Roundtable with disabled artists 4-530 Roundtable info: Chairs: Meggie Boyle, PhD student and Dr. Jasmine Cooper. Discussants: Simi Roach is a Jamaican-British actor, writer, and disability justice activist. Their work explores disability culture, history, and innovative disabled representation through both written fiction and live performance. Simi has also performed as a spoken word poet, public speaker and educator, and is both an experienced stage and screen actor. Christopher Samuel is a multi-disciplinary artist whose practice is rooted in identity and disability politics. Often echoing the many facets of his own lived experience as a Black disabled man, his work tells stories, highlighting the often unseen experiences of his day to day life and those of others in similar circumstances. Laura Jones is Co-Artistic Director of Stopgap Dance Company and has been central to its growth since joining in 2001. A leading advocate for disability, inclusion and equality in dance, she advances the sector through teaching, public speaking and consultancy. Access info: Performance: Level access, via lift to basement. Accessible toilet on same floor. Symposium: Step-free access, on ground floor. Accessible toilet on same floor. The above links take you to the buildings’ AccessAble page. Unfortunately, it is not within our budget to afford an interpreter, but we will have live captioning. We will also have paper copies of our presentation scripts available.

Deaf and Disabled Access Worker Mixer NYC (luma.com)

Are you a disabled access worker who wants to make friends, talk shop, and chill with good company? Come hang at Whoopsie Daisy on May 28th from 7-9 PM. Madison, Lily, Sarit, and Emma have been scheming up a fun time. As disabled access workers, we want to get to know other disabled access workers and create a safe unaffiliated space for us all to learn from and collaborate with each other. This is the first of hopefully many get-togethers for those in the cultural access world. The party is resistance! Our inaugural gathering will be a place of no-stakes connection. Whoospie Daisy offers a wheelchair-accessible outdoor space with seating, tables, accessible restrooms, food, and wine. We bring the kiki. (Structured fun will be provided. More details to come) Details Date: May 28, 2026 Location: Whoopsie Daisy, 225 Rogers Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11225 Time: 7:00-9:00 PM Attire: Personality Pics Access: ✅Wheelchair-accessible ✅Accessible Restrooms ✅Yummy Bar Food ✅ASL ✅Structured conversation (and open conversation) This event is outside, however we still ask folks to test for Covid before coming. We will have tests available at the event if you are not able to test beforehand. Have access questions or requests? Please email Emma at emmajaromin@gmail.com

Enhanced Audio Description (EAD) - Impact (docs.google.com)

Thank you for participating in this anonymous survey. The length of the survey depends on whether you have already engaged with any of our EAD productions. If you have, it should take approximately 10 minutes; if you haven’t, it may take between 10 and 30 minutes. About the Project This survey is part of the project ‘Enhancing Audio Description II: implementing accessible, personalised and inclusive film and TV experiences.’ We explore how sound design, spatial audio and first-person narration can provide alternative, high-quality accessible experiences for visually impaired audiences. Both blind/visually impaired participants and sighted participants are welcome to participate in this survey. What to Expect The questionnaire is divided into four parts: Consent & Demographics: A short consent form and basic background questions. Traditional Access Tools: Your experience with traditional access formats such as Audio Description or subtitles. EAD Methods: Your feedback on productions with EAD. Submission: You will be asked to add a memorable word that you can refer to in case you would like us to remove your data. Eligibility & Information Age: 18+ only. Further Reading: Please read our Participant Information Sheet. Requirement: To complete this survey, you must have experienced at least one of the productions with EAD in the list below. If you haven’t yet, please watch at least one film from the list below before you continue. To experience the binaural sound we use for spatialisation (3D sound), please listen using headphones. This spatialisation technique is crucial to the EAD methods for accessibility. List of EAD productions: Emmerdale (ITV October 2025), the episode with EAD is not currently available online, but if you attended the focus group on 12th May you would have experienced this episode. Follow the Dogs (Garrett 2024) is a short, part-animated documentary exploring and celebrating Warren’s resilience, imagination and creativity as he faces the challenges of recovering from major surgery. Watch Follow the Dogs on BBC iPlayer. (Length: 10 min. Available in the UK only.) Aspectum (Morris, Kilpatrick and Regan 2024) a short documentary exploring experiences of Charles Bonnet Syndrome. Watch Aspectum on our website. (Length: 20 min.) Finding Venus (Lynn 2024) a documentary exploring the work by photographer Mandi Lynn running workshops with women, seeking to undo the pattern of body shame and stop their traumas from trickling down to the next generation. (Not online yet. You might have seen this short film in one of our focus groups.) Visible Mending (Moore 2023) is a BAFTA nominated short animated documentary about the ways we repair ourselves through knitting, even when we can’t be fully mended. Watch Visible Mending on our website. (Length: 8 min.) Spines (Inman 2022) a short fiction film focused on Thomas, an autistic boy in rural Cornwall and his love for reading and imagination. Watch Spines on our website. (Length: 10 min.) Mami Fatale (GS Animation 2022) is a children’s animation in which Mami watches over Pig and Pup. Watch Mami Fatale on our website. (Length: 9 min.) Pearl (Palumbo 2014) follows Cecily, the secluded and controlling mother of Margaret, a young woman with a sickness caused by her strange ability to cough up pearls. Watch Pearl on our website. (Length: 24 min.) Note: If you watched Pearl before 2020, please watch it again to ensure your feedback can be used in our Impact Case Study. If you have questions, further comments or wish to receive a report on the outcome of this work, please email Prof Mariana López at mariana.lopez@york.ac.uk.

The Great Now What - Post! - Film and Storytelling | Seed&Spark (seedandspark.com)

Hollywood tells us disability is a tragedy to overcome or a lesson to inspire. It’s neither. This film is a raw and honest ten-year reckoning with what it actually takes to rebuild an identity after a stroke steals the one you spent a lifetime building.

A little learning... (naomischoenfeld.substack.com)

“… what a dreadful condition must be that of the poor parents; afraid to live with their child, - but more afraid to die and leave him in the care of strangers.”

The populist Paralympian who wants to roll into the Senate (motherjones.com)

Iowa state Rep. Josh Turek has scored upsets before. Flipping Iowa back to Democrats would be his biggest yet.

Xinhua Headlines-Xi Focus: Chinese president inspires disabled people on path toward shared future (english.news.cn)

Xinhua Headlines-Xi Focus: Chinese president inspires disabled people on path toward shared future-

Apple Previews New Accessibility Features Powered by Apple Intelligence (macrumors.com)

Apple today announced a suite of accessibility updates that use Apple Intelligence to expand capabilities across VoiceOver, Magnifier, Voice Control, and Accessibility Reader, with additional new features for generated subtitles and wheelchair control via Apple Vision Pro.

Everything You Need to Know About Apple Intelligence (macrumors.com)

Apple Intelligence is what Apple calls its artificial intelligence feature set, previewed at WWDC in June 2024. The first Apple Intelligence features launched with iOS 18.1, iPadOS 18.1, and macOS Sequoia 15.1, and additional features came in iOS 18.2, iPadOS 18.2, and macOS Sequoia 15.2. There’s still more to come, though, and the rest of the Apple Intelligence features are set to come later in 2025. Subscribe to the MacRumors YouTube channel for more videos.

Inclusion & Accessibility Events in June 2026 (a11ynews.substack.com)

A11y News brings you a curated look at the most impactful accessibility and disability‑inclusion events happening in June 2026.

The Flight That Caused the Fight (emilyladau.substack.com)

An airline destroyed my wheelchair. Millions of people saw it. But going viral isn’t enough for true systemic change.

On Arafah: What We’ve Learned to Quietly Accept (sarasminkara.substack.com)

Welcome back to Curious Constructs, where I explore and challenge the barriers that prevent us from bringing our full, authentic selves forward—whether those barriers are personal or systemic.

Open Call: Join ENIL’s Advisory Board on Intersectionality - ENIL (enil.eu)

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International ME/CFS Conference roundup: Setbacks and new hopes for therapeutic research - The Sick Times (thesicktimes.org)

More than 50 experts from around the world presented the latest findings in basic and therapeutic research on myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME) and Long COVID at a conference in Berlin.

The Magical World of Audio Tourism - ENIL (enil.eu)

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National COVID-19 trends, May 26 - The Sick Times (thesicktimes.org)

In recent weeks, U.S. COVID-19 metrics have remained very low, with wastewater surveillance providers reporting their lowest national averages in several years. However, the most recent data suggest the lull may come to an end soon, as cases may be starting to increase in parts of the South.

Research updates, May 26 - The Sick Times (thesicktimes.org)

A new preprint linked Long COVID symptom severity with higher DNA levels of the herpesvirus HHV6. The study enrolled 45 people with Long COVID, comparing them with matched controls. Participants self-collected saliva at specific time points over two days and completed detailed questionnaires. Further study of the viruses in saliva may help identify new subsets

The Hunt Is On. The Rules Have Changed - Blind Institute of Technology (blindinstituteoftechnology.org)

Every week, highly qualified candidates send out dozens of resumes and hear nothing back. The problem isn’t their experience. It’s that no one is reading their application — an AI system is screening them out. The good news: the same AI technology doing the screening is a tool every job seeker can use to their advantage. Continue Reading The Hunt Is On. The Rules Have Changed

Public Life After Disability (sarahlevis.substack.com)

Disability, accessibility, and the quiet power of refusing to disappear

Waymo robot taxis blind (nytimes.com)

Waymo has been an object of frustration to some in California. For visually impaired people, it can also bring a rare feeling of independence.

Why this new trans guidance is bad news for disabled people like me (independent.co.uk)

As Britain’s rights watchdog says restaurants, shopping malls and lesiure centres must make alternative arrangements for customers who do not wish to use single-sex toilets or changing rooms, James Moore issues a plea on behalf of fellow wheelchair users – please don’t drag disabled loos into this…

Italy gets creative as it works to make art accessible for blind people (apnews.com)

Italy is making its artistic treasures more accessible to people with disabilities. Michela Marcato, who has been blind since birth, recently toured Rome’s Colosseum, using touch to understand its architecture.

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‘Everyone is equal in this space’: the cosmic world of neurodivergent-friendly club night Robyn’s Rocket (theguardian.com)

Trumpeter Robyn Steward thought clubs weren’t for her until she encountered Fabric’s accessible upgrade – the new home for her radically inclusive, space-themed night

Rodney Powell Awards - 2026 Shortlist - Thomas Pocklington Trust (pocklington.org.uk)

Read all about the volunteers who were shortlisted as part of the Rodney Powell Awards 2026, what they’ve been working on, and their impact.

Poor Sleep and Cravings: Why Tiredness Fuels Hunger (urevolution.com)

Poor sleep can intensify sugar and junk food cravings. Learn how sleep loss affects hunger hormones, reward signals, caffeine, and eating habits.

AI-Generated UI Is Inaccessible by Default (frontendmasters.com)

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The Disability Collective x Sick Stories Community Reading Club (eventbrite.ca)

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Back to VWI program | Voices With Impact Mental Health Film festival (watch.eventive.org)

Work with Us! | The Disability Collective (thedisabilitycollective.com)

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Home | DIScover Conference (site.pheedloop.com)

PheedLoop: Hybrid, In-Person & Virtual Event Software

Forbes’ Accessibility List 2026: Innovation in Accessibility (forbes.com)

Forbes’ Accessibility List highlights the biggest innovators and impact-makers at the forefront of accessibility for people with disabilities. See who made the list.

How a legal challenge over gender dysphoria became a fight for disability rights (19thnews.org)

Republican AGs continue quietly pushing for a rollback of civil rights in Section 504 disability case.

An Award-Winning Grassroots Coach Shares The Benefits Of Volunteering In Disability Football | Crip Life™ (criplife.co.uk)

Discover the impact of volunteering in disability football through an exclusive interview with award-winning coach Jude Geoghegan, and learn how volunteers help create inclusive opportunities for disabled players.

A City in the Kill Zone (nytimes.com)

Little is left of Kostiantynivka, a city on the front lines. Rescuers risk their lives to ferry out the few who remain.

Labour needs ‘system reset’ to tackle youth unemployment, report to say (theguardian.com)

Alan Milburn, who is leading review commissioned by government, says current strategy ‘going in wrong direction’

Beyond 6 Seconds: Neurodiversity stories from neurodivergent people: Changing the narrative around accessible fashion with Maura Horton - Crossover episode with Made For Us (beyond6seconds.com)

This is a special crossover episode with Made For Us, a podcast that explores the intersection of innovation and inclusion. On Made For Us, host Tosin Sulaiman speaks to founders, designers and business leaders who are thinking deeply and creatively about how to build better and more inclusive products. Tosin’s guest on this episode is Maura Horton, CEO and founder of MagnaReady, an accessible fashion brand that enables millions of people with limited dexterity and mobility to dress independently. Maura developed the concept for MagnaReady after her husband was diagnosed with Parkinson’s and struggled to button his shirts. She invented and eventually patented a magnetic closure system that replaces buttons and has since licensed the technology to Fortune 500 Companies including PVH Corp, owner of Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger. Maura also partnered with and advised Tommy Hilfiger Adaptive, the first mainstream brand to launch a children’s adaptive apparel line. In this episode, Maura talks about: The state of the adaptive clothing market before MagnaReady How Maura got the inspiration to infuse magnets into her husband’s shirts The challenges she faced in the design and manufacturing process Why Maura thinks the term ‘adaptive’ is unhelpful Learn more about MagnaReady at and on Instagram. Listen to other episodes of Made For Us: Follow Made For Us on social media: LinkedIn: Instagram: Support or sponsor Beyond 6 Seconds: Read the episode transcript: Follow the Beyond 6 Seconds podcast in your favorite podcast player: Subscribe to the FREE Beyond 6 Seconds newsletter for early access to new episodes: Disclaimer: The views, guidance, opinions, and thoughts expressed in Beyond 6 Seconds episodes are solely mine and/or those of my guests, and do not necessarily represent those of my employer or other organizations. These episodes are for informational purposes only and do not substitute for professional medical advice. Consult a medical professional or healthcare provider if you are seeking medical advice, diagnoses, or treatment.

Draft disability inclusion action plan open for feedback (disabilityinsider.com)

Residents are being encouraged to share their feedback on an updated plan to improve access and inclusion for people with disability.

CRTC improves accessibility of programming for persons with disabilities (disabilityinsider.com)

The CRTC is taking another step forward to implement the modernized Broadcasting Act (the Act) by making programming more accessible for Canadians who are Deaf, DeafBlind or hard of hearing.

UK introduces new strategy to reform mental health care (disabilityinsider.com)

New mental health strategy will transform care in England and drive shift from crisis intervention to preventative care.

Grant aims to close autism services gap for Latino families (disabilityinsider.com)

Imagine applying to a support service that turns down 66 percent of first-time applicants. Then imagine navigating that—a process which can involve multiple attempts, forms, taking time off work for meetings, and more—in English when it may not be your first language. That experience is the reality for many Latino families trying to obtain federal benefits like supplemental security income for their young-adult children with autism.

New tech initiatives aim to improve accessibility (disabilityinsider.com)

Programs aimed at addressing access issues for disabled people in street navigation, reading, housing and sports education through technology will soon get a boost, Disability Issues Minister Louise Upston says.

Govt rushes disability bill, excludes persons with disabilities voices (disabilityinsider.com)

The Green Party says the Government has failed persons with disabilities by rushing the Strengthening Disability Support Services Bill through its first reading just days after it was quietly introduced, with little warning and no meaningful consultation with the disability community.

FIFA World Cup 2026 first sensory inclusive tournament (disabilityinsider.com)

When the FIFA World Cup 2026 kicks off in three weeks’ time, fans with sensory needs will find support at every match across Canada, Mexico and the United States – an effort that has made this year’s FIFA World Cup the first sports tournament to gain Sensory Inclusive recognition from KultureCity, the world’s leading non-profit on sensory accessibility and acceptance.

On Being “Smart” (disabilitydetermination.substack.com)

When I was in high school, I was inducted into what’s called the National Honor Society (NHS).

Society for Disability Studies – A non-profit organization that promotes the study of disability in social, cultural, and political contexts (disstudies.org)

The Disabled Ingenuity of an Occasional Wheelchair User (rootedinrights.org)

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ADP Title Directory | Audio Description Project (adp.acb.org)

The MAHA movement is coming to school cafeterias. Here’s what that means for kids (npr.org)

U.S. school districts worry it could get even more expensive to prepare a meal under new federal dietary guidelines, as they also contend with cuts to programs that helped them buy local food.

Discussion With Professor Matt Andersen on New American Sign Language and Deaf Studies Minor (youtube.com)

Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

HUD Moves to Limit Assistance Animals for Disabled Tenants (nytimes.com)

Housing officials were told to exclude emotional support animals and tighten the definition of a service animal when granting accommodations for disabled tenants.

How accessible is Eurostar? I tested the journey to Paris as a wheelchair user (independent.co.uk)

Eurostar has introduced improvements on its trains for travellers with disabilities – Carrie-Ann Lightly boards at St Pancras to see how they stand up in practice

Include Me TOO’s SEND Reforms Proposals Consultation Response (includemetoo.org.uk)

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GAAD Special: User Research & Disability Dongles (a11ynews.substack.com)

Accessibility efforts often stop at “it works,” treating compliance as the finish line rather than a starting point. This article explores the concept of “Disability Dongles” and how they reinforce ableism by demanding adaptation to non-disabled norms instead of removing real barriers. Through the lens of the social model of disability, the piece examines why empathy alone cannot replace lived experience, how power dynamics shape research conversations, and why intersectionality matters in design. The path forward is co-creation: designing with disabled communities rather than for them, questioning our assumptions, and recognizing that inclusion is an attitude woven into every step of the process, not a feature bolted on at the end.

Sites Unseen: What’s Revealed by Traveling With the Blind (nytimes.com)

How an extraordinary trip to India changed one photographer’s perspective on travel

Diagnostic value of 24-h ECG recording in Long COVID patients with postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (academic.oup.com)

How to Volunteer in Disability Football and Support Inclusive Grassroots Sport | Disability Horizons (disabilityhorizons.com)

How to volunteer in disability football, what roles are available, and why disabled people, carers, and supporters are helping make grassroots football more accessible.

Diagnostic value of 24-h ECG recording in Long COVID patients with postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome | EP Europace | Oxford Academic (academic.oup.com)

Frontiers | Cardiovascular outcomes in long COVID-19: a systematic review and meta-analysis (frontiersin.org)

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Prevalence of cardiovascular symptoms in post-acute COVID-19 syndrome: a meta-analysis - BMC Medicine (link.springer.com)

Background Since its emergence in 2019, COVID-19 has continued to pose significant threats to both the physical and mental health of the global population, as well as to healthcare systems worldwide (Raman et al., Eur Heart J 43:1157–1172, 2022). Emerging evidence indicates that COVID-19 may lead to post-acute COVID-19 syndrome (PACS) with cardiovascular implications, potentially driven by factors such as ACE2 interaction with viruses, systemic inflammation, and endothelial dysfunction. However, there remains a limited amount of research on the cardiovascular manifestations of PACS, which may delay the development of optimal treatment strategies for affected patients. Therefore, it is crucial to investigate the prevalence of cardiovascular sequelae in COVID-19 patients and to determine whether COVID-19 infection acts as an independent risk factor for these outcomes. Methods This meta-analysis adhered to PRISMA guidelines and was registered in PROSPERO (CRD42024524290). A systematic search of PubMed, Embase, and the Cochrane Library was conducted up to March 17, 2024. The primary outcomes included hypertension, palpitations, and chest pain, with pooled effect estimate reported as proportions and odds ratios (ORs) with 95% confidence intervals (CIs). Sensitivity and subgroup analysis were performed to assess the robustness of the results and to identify sources of heterogeneity. Results A total of 37 studies, encompassing 2,965,467 patients, were included in the analysis. Pooled results from case–control studies revealed that, compared to the control group, the ORs of chest pain in the COVID-19 group was 4.0 (95% CI: 1.6, 10.0). The ORs for palpitation and hypertension were 3.4 (95% CI: 1.1, 10.2) and 1.7 (95% CI: 1.6, 1.8), respectively. The proportions of PACS patients experiencing chest pain, palpitation, and hypertension as sequelae were 22% (95% CI: 14%, 33%), 18% (95% CI: 13%, 24%), and 19% (95% CI: 12%, 31%), respectively. Conclusions Our findings indicate that 15% of COVID-19 patients experience cardiovascular sequelae. Furthermore, COVID-19 infection significantly increases the likelihood of developing these sequelae compared to uninfected individuals. Future research should prioritize investigating the underlying pathological mechanisms and developing targeted preventive and management strategies. Trial registration CRD42024524290.

Accelerated vascular ageing after COVID-19 infection: the CARTESIAN study | European Heart Journal | Oxford Academic (academic.oup.com)

Routine lab tests ineffective in diagnosing Long COVID | Medical Economics (medicaleconomics.com)

Study shows patients can have severe Long COVID with normal lab results

What Is Tilt Table Testing? (my.clevelandclinic.org)

A tilt table test is a procedure where you lie flat on a table that quickly moves you upright. Learn how it can diagnose fainting episodes.

2022 ACC Expert Consensus Decision Pathway on Cardiovascular Sequelae of COVID-19 in Adults: Myocarditis and Other Myocardial Involvement, Post-Acute Sequelae of SARS-CoV-2 Infection, and Return to Play: A Report of the American College of Cardiology Solution Set Oversight Committee (jacc.org)

Meta highlights AI glasses functions for users with disabilities (socialmediatoday.com)

The devices offer voice controls and the ability to connect with support representatives from Tesco, Sony, Amtrak and Hilton.

Ren Koloni Q&A on Graduate School (communicationfirst.org)

“The Art of Surviving & Thriving on the Margins”

Blue Badge Access Awards 25/2026, Celebrating Exceptional Accessibility - Winners & Nominees | Blue Badge Style (bluebadgestyle.com)

25/2026 Winners & NOMINEES, Blue Badge Access Awards The Beautiful South Place Hotel All rights reserved Mik Scarlet Entertained as Usual Kathryn Townsend, Nationwide BS, Helps With Raffle of Simon Carter Bags Worth £500 All rights reserved See all the images at this gallery, Nat Davies Photography – There was plenty of entertainment from Ross McCourt, and his amazing…

GLAAD, HRC Among 40+ Orgs Denouncing FCC’s Proposed LGBTQ Rating System (deadline.com)

With the FCC going after LGBTQ programming in Brendan Carr’s latest crackdown on media, community leaders are showing strength in numbers.

Jhónelle Bean More Than a Moment: Tourette’s, Communities of Color, & Advocacy (EP 106) (youtube.com)

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A waitlist for care for Colorado adults with disabilities could double (coloradosun.com)

After years of trying to clear the waitlist for the adult developmental disabilities waiver, this year’s budget crisis could double it

Motability pauses Drive Smart scheme, but customers raise concerns as wider changes remain in place (disabilitynewsservice.com)

Disabled campaigners have welcomed Motability’s decision to suspend a controversial programme that uses technology to monitor how its customers are driving, but they have also called for it to scra…

Overworked and understaffed: Special ed teachers turn to AI for help (npr.org)

A fast-growing number of special educators nationwide are using AI to create customized education plans. Despite the risks, some research shows it could improve the quality of teachers’ work.

FIFA to Introduce Sign Language Broadcasts for All 2026 World Cup Matches (tvcnews.tv)

FIFA has announced that every match at the 2026 FIFA World Cup will feature sign language interpretation broadcasts as part of measures aimed at improving accessibility for supporters with disabilities.

What ‘Special Needs Mommy’ Influencers Get Wrong About Parenting Disabled Kids: Opinion (rewirenewsgroup.com)

Oversharing about your child’s disability has become a lucrative trend on social media. For disability justice advocate Rebecca Cokley, these videos look an awful lot like a modern-day version of the old circus “freak show.”

The caregivers you’ve never heard of are in crisis (thehill.com)

This workforce and the home and community-based care system that supports them is in crisis.

Parents of blind, deaf students say goodbye to historic ASDB campus in Tucson (kold.com)

The Arizona Schools for the Deaf and the Blind had its last day at the Tucson campus on Thursday.

Lawsuit Challenging Idaho’s Bathroom Bill Dismissed After Student Plaintiff Dies by Suicide (them.us)

The court offered “sincerest sympathies to Jane Doe’s family.”

The Education Department is hiring — while it’s being dismantled (npr.org)

The Federal Student Aid office lost half its staff last year as part of Trump administration downsizing. Now, it’s hiring hundreds of new workers.

7 Things I Wish My Loved Ones Knew About Living With Disabilities (themighty.com)

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Work With Us - MIFF 2026 (miff.com.au)

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Classes, performances and special events - find out what’s on at WXYZ Studios and Lucy Guerin Inc in our interactive calendar. Browse the opportunities here.

A Rokumentary Double Feature | SKFF (stkildafilmfestival.com.au)

Storytelling as Advocacy: TOFF x St Kilda Film Festival | Arts Access Victoria (artsaccess.com.au)

Join us for a Disability-led inclusive storytelling event where you will get to enjoy: Presentation of Lesley Hall Arts and Disability Scholarship 2026 Screening of short films by Deaf and disabled filmmakers Q&A panel session Tickets are free – just make sure to register to reserve your spot online via TryBooking. Where: St Kilda Town […]

Neurovision | Arts Centre Melbourne (artscentremelbourne.com.au)

Sean McDowell: Infusion; Diffuse | Arts Access Victoria (artsaccess.com.au)

This exhibition looks at biology and microscopy through psychology and neuroscience. Sean McDowell’s work builds on the history and language of abstraction. It takes collective narrative and lived experiences of disease and trauma. Infusion; Diffuse asks us to consider the cellular. It embodies a hope for the future as we face a period of increased […]

Sean McDowell - Audio Description (sean-mcdowell.com)

Embrace: AAV Mentorship Program Exhibition | Arts Access Victoria (artsaccess.com.au)

“Embrace” celebrates community, acceptance, reflection, and joy. The exhibition features six artists from Arts Access Victoria’s Arts Mentorship Program. The exhibition creates close, personal moments that highlight shared stories and different viewpoints. Using painting, drawing, installation, and mixed media. Soft colours and strong patterns sit beside shiny surfaces and tactile forms. Stop, talk, and find […]

Workplace Training 2026: Creating Welcoming Environments | Arts Access Victoria (artsaccess.com.au)

This training gives confidence and resources to front of house staff, public facing staff or anyone working with Deaf and disabled visitors/audiences. You will: • Recognise unhelpful disability stereotypes • Become informed about current language and the facts and figures around disability • Learn practical actions for welcoming all visitors in real life and online […]

CRIP RAVE THEORY // +1 bei New Guernica, Melbourne · Tickets (de.ra.co)

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EU Projects Working Group: Digital and AI-based Tools for Project Development - European Disability Forum (edf-feph.org)

This webinar is designed for staff and representatives of member organisations seeking to strengthen their skills in EU project development and foster greater collaboration within the disability rights network. During the session, we will launch the 2026–2027 EU projects working group initiative, introducing a new online community of practice and a digital repository offering practical...

OHCHR | CALL FOR INPUTS: Draft General Comment on article 29 of the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (right of persons with disabilities to participation in political and public life), Draft Guidelines on identifying and addressing intersectional discrimination against women and girls with disabilities and Draft Guidelines on identifying and addressing disability-based violence (ohchr.org)

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Learn how to set up power of attorney for an aging parent, including legal steps, accessibility barriers, family planning, and caregiver support.

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Consultants to drill down on rental unit accessibility for Detroiters with disabilities (bridgedetroit.com)

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DOJ Accessibility: What Businesses Should Do Now Rather Than Later (rollingstone.com)

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The Importance of Accessibility Editing in Picture Books (publishersweekly.com)

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Apple announced major accessibility updates powered by Apple Intelligence, including new capabilities for VoiceOver, Magnifier, and Voice Control.

Scope uses Microsoft 365 Copilot to remove barriers and empower every employee | Microsoft Customer Stories (microsoft.com)

Using Microsoft 365 and Copilot to reduce admin barriers, boost accessibility, and foster an inclusive workplace for all.

Chromebook and Gemini help students find independence (blog.google)

How a school division eliminated barriers for students by adopting Face control — an accessibility feature built into every Chromebook.

City of Victoria launches Ramp Up program to improve home accessibility | Local News | crossroadstoday.com (crossroadstoday.com)

The City of Victoria is rolling out a new program to help residents stay safe and independent at home. 🏡 Eligible homeowners can get an ADA-compliant ramp through a new

Nacogdoches festival celebrates disability inclusion with accessible fun (ktre.com)

An inclusion-focused festival is bringing games, live entertainment and vital community resources together in an accessible setting for people with disabilities in Nacogdoches.

Sony Corporation - GAAD 2026 | To think, create and enjoy together (sony.co.jp)

GAAD (Global Accessibility Awareness Day) is a day to talk, think and learn about accessibility. Introducing Entertainment, Technology & Services business segment’s electronics products and its initiatives around the globe.

Our Latest Steps to Make Content More Accessible - About Netflix (about.netflix.com)

Use voice access to control your PC & author text with your voice | Microsoft Support (support.microsoft.com)

Our AI Wearables Are “Changing the Game” for Disabled People (about.fb.com)

We’re rolling out new features on our AI glasses that make the technology more accessible to people with disabilities.

Microsoft makes significant accessibility improvement in Word - Neowin (neowin.net)

Microsoft just revamped Word’s accessibility experience with calmer Narrator prompts, fewer keystrokes, and quicker fixes.

Pioneering accessibility: the RNIB and Samsung partnership | RNIB (rnib.org.uk)

For over a decade, RNIB and Samsung have partnered to advance accessibility and inclusivity in consumer technology. This collaboration stands as a model for how organisations can work together to create usable products for everyone, regardless of ability.

Opening up an inclusive world through the “Electronic Eye”――Global Accessibility Awareness Day#546 | Feature | Sony Semiconductor Solutions Group (sony-semicon.com)

Introducing special contents of Sony Semiconductor Solutions Group.

OPINION | How Artscape Theatre is redefining accessibility for all (capeargus.co.za)

Explore how the Artscape Theatre Centre is redefining accessibility, focusing on dignity and inclusion for all. Join us in celebrating 55 years of breaking barriers and welcoming everyone to the arts.

Creating a more accessible Cairns for everyone | Cairns Regional Council (cairns.qld.gov.au)

Accessibility tools for mental health | Microsoft Support (support.microsoft.com)

Learn about accessibility tools for mental health in Windows and Office.

‎Accessibility for All - App Store (apps.apple.com)

We’re proud to have an App Store full of tools that improve lives. These apps help with routine tasks,… Learn more tips and how-tos on the App Store.

Funinexchange Announces Continued Focus on User (globenewswire.com)

MUMBAI, India, May 17, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Funinexchange, an online digital platform discussed across various online communities and forums, today...

Beyond Barriers Recognizes Global Accessibility Awareness Day with Practical Steps to Make Digital Spaces More Inclusive – Ad Astra Radio | Your Hometown Radio Stations & Local News Source (adastraradio.com)

A Sample Grant Proposal on “Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility Agriculture Support Program” (fundsforngos.org)

Revamped LRWRA site improves navigation, accessibility and mobile-friendly customer tools (katv.com)

The Little Rock Water Reclamation Authority is re-introducing its website with a new design and features set to make online users’ experiences more seamless and

Liberogic Releases Two Chrome Extensions to Support Practical Web (natlawreview.com)

TMF and Sociability deliver accessible journey planning (newsroom.toyota.eu)

Pilot delivers personalised and accessible journey planning across transport and venues.Key transport hubs in Derby now mapped with detailed accessibility information.Enhanced Open API enables cities and platforms to integrate accessible routing and filters.

Celebrating Global Accessibility Awareness Day: Advancing Digital Access for Texans (content.govdelivery.com)

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City of Tyler board holds meeting on accessibility planning for city buildings, parks (kltv.com)

“It’s 2026 and people with disabilities are human beings as well and we deserve the same rights and abilities that everybody else does.”

On Global Accessibility Awareness Day, XR Study Dives Deep On Captions (adweek.com)

New XR study shows subtitles and captions are now part of how people watch video, but U.S. advertisers still aren’t paying attention

Accessible by Design: 2026–2029 OPS Multi-Year Accessibility Plan | ontario.ca (ontario.ca)

Read how the initiatives in this plan will help the Ontario Public Service (OPS) become a more inclusive and accessible employer and service provider.

New 1,000-foot accessible boardwalk opens at Tahquamenon Falls State Park (wxyz.com)

A new 1,100-foot accessible boardwalk is officially open at Tahquamenon Falls State Park, giving those using wheelchairs a chance to see the falls up close.

Detroit Approves $208,000 Contract to Assess Rental Housing Accessibility - 94.7 WCSX (wcsx.com)

The City Council approved a $208,000 contract with Massachusetts-based KMA, LLC to check accessibility problems in up to 20 rental housing complexes. The one-year agreement will examine conditions for residents...

GCPD Invites Nominations for the 2026 Lex Frieden Employment Awards (content.govdelivery.com)

NIH-supported project expands access to care for children with amblyopia | National Institutes of Health (NIH) (nih.gov)

Nur einen Moment… (happi.com)

Nur einen Moment… (hmenews.com)

VGM Live at Home (LAH) took another step toward launching its Institute of Home Access Professionals (IHAP) certification program in April by participating in an open house at the Victor House, a fully

Paralyzed Veterans of America honors Allegiant Stadium for accessibility (fox5vegas.com)

Allegiant Stadium receives 2026 “Barrier Free America” award for access

All Wheels Up’s work in accessibility is recognised by Forbes - Aircraft Interiors International (aircraftinteriorsinternational.com)

Help shape more accessible elections in Scotland - Health and Social Care Alliance Scotland (alliance-scotland.org.uk)

The Electoral Commission is carrying out an evaluation of accessibility at the recent Scottish Parliament election and is keen to hear directly from disabled people and the organisations that support them. This is an opportunity to highlight what worked well, where barriers remain, and what changes are needed to make voting more accessible for everyone. … Continued

Was Founders Need to Know About Accessibility: The EU Accessibility Act 2025 — University of Bonn (uni-bonn.de)

EAA one year on: what’s changed (viewemail.abilitynet.org.uk)

University of Phoenix highlights accessibility practices and digital inclusion efforts in recognition of Global Accessibility Awareness Day (prnewswire.com)

/PRNewswire/ -- University of Phoenix recognized Global Accessibility Awareness Day by highlighting its ongoing efforts to support accessible learning...

Affordable technology improving home accessibility | Heersink School of Medicine News (uab.edu)

Who gets to make music? Western PhD candidate challenges ableist instrument design - Western News (news.westernu.ca)

Western University music PhD candidate Ran Jiang is challenging abelist instrument design, exploring accessible music education.

Spike in College Students With Disabilities Is a Call for Schools To Better Meet Their Needs | US News Opinion (usnews.com)

When the process to get accommodations is difficult and disconnected, students with disabilities cannot reach their full potential.

Digital Accessibility Tip and Template: Lists in PowerPoint | Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine News | Washington State University (medicine.wsu.edu)

Developing Accessible Playgrounds for Children with Vision Impairment - Monash Assistive Technology and Society (monash.edu)

CARUSO | Afro House Remix I - AFRO GROOVE - - YouTube (youtube.com)

A fresh Afro House remix of Caruso — where timeless emotion meets d...

Text-to-speech technology is a ‘small step’ in the giant leap for accessibility at UW - The Daily (dailyuw.com)

Former Penn employee sues University over alleged pattern of discrimination - The Daily Pennsylvanian (thedp.com)

In the complaint, Heallis’ lawyers argued that she was subject to discriminatory treatment under Associate Vice Provost for Research, Environmental Health, and Radiation Safety Maureen O’Leary.

Harnessing AI-Enabled Smart Glasses for People with Cerebral Visual Impairment - Inclusive Technologies (monash.edu)

Advancing Accessibility and Productivity for Blind Users with AI - Monash Assistive Technology and Society (monash.edu)

digitalaccessibility.wisc.edu (digitalaccessibility.wisc.edu)

Accessibility remains essential at UT San Antonio, even with a new timeline - UT San Antonio Today (news.utsa.edu)

The deadline for universities to comply with the digital accessibility requirements was extended to April 2027.

DOJ extends digital accessibility deadlines; Ohio University continues progress (ohio.edu)

The U.S. Department of Justice has announced a one‑year extension to federal digital accessibility deadlines under Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Advancing digital accessibility at UVM: Faculty guidance and timeline (uvm.edu)

Was Founders Need to Know About Accessibility: The EU Accessibility Act 2025 — University of Bonn (uni-bonn.de)

EAA one year on: what’s changed (viewemail.abilitynet.org.uk)

University of Phoenix highlights accessibility practices and digital inclusion efforts in recognition of Global Accessibility Awareness Day (prnewswire.com)

/PRNewswire/ -- University of Phoenix recognized Global Accessibility Awareness Day by highlighting its ongoing efforts to support accessible learning...

Affordable technology improving home accessibility | Heersink School of Medicine News (uab.edu)

Who gets to make music? Western PhD candidate challenges ableist instrument design - Western News (news.westernu.ca)

Western University music PhD candidate Ran Jiang is challenging abelist instrument design, exploring accessible music education.

BLM issues decision on accessibility improvements within the Alsea Falls Recreation Site | Bureau of Land Management (blm.gov)

DOJ Delays ADA Web Accessibility Compliance Deadlines for Public Employers and Entities | Parker Poe (parkerpoe.com)

Spike in College Students With Disabilities Is a Call for Schools To Better Meet Their Needs | US News Opinion (usnews.com)

When the process to get accommodations is difficult and disconnected, students with disabilities cannot reach their full potential.

Digital Accessibility Tip and Template: Lists in PowerPoint | Elson S. Floyd College of Medicine News | Washington State University (medicine.wsu.edu)

Developing Accessible Playgrounds for Children with Vision Impairment - Monash Assistive Technology and Society (monash.edu)

CARUSO | Afro House Remix I - AFRO GROOVE - - YouTube (youtube.com)

A fresh Afro House remix of Caruso — where timeless emotion meets d...

Text-to-speech technology is a ‘small step’ in the giant leap for accessibility at UW - The Daily (dailyuw.com)

Former Penn employee sues University over alleged pattern of discrimination - The Daily Pennsylvanian (thedp.com)

In the complaint, Heallis’ lawyers argued that she was subject to discriminatory treatment under Associate Vice Provost for Research, Environmental Health, and Radiation Safety Maureen O’Leary.

Harnessing AI-Enabled Smart Glasses for People with Cerebral Visual Impairment - Inclusive Technologies (monash.edu)

digitalaccessibility.wisc.edu (digitalaccessibility.wisc.edu)

UNESCO international webinar highlights global practices on universal (unesco.org)

Webinar highlighted inclusive museums, emphasizing accessibility beyond physical access to ensure equal participation for all visitors.

Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD) in Massachusetts | Mass.gov (mass.gov)

Accessibility remains essential at UT San Antonio, even with a new timeline - UT San Antonio Today (news.utsa.edu)

The deadline for universities to comply with the digital accessibility requirements was extended to April 2027.

DOJ extends digital accessibility deadlines; Ohio University continues progress (ohio.edu)

The U.S. Department of Justice has announced a one‑year extension to federal digital accessibility deadlines under Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Advancing digital accessibility at UVM: Faculty guidance and timeline (uvm.edu)

Advancing Accessibility and Productivity for Blind Users with AI - Monash Assistive Technology and Society (monash.edu)

Why should you “Unlock Inclusivity” as a student? | Blog | The University of Aberdeen (abdn.ac.uk)

Before the why’s, what...? ≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈ What is Digital Accessibility? Hopefully if you are reading this blog, you may have already had a quick look at our Unlocking Inclusivity Webpage, and so you’ll already know! In a nutshell, digital accessibility ensures that digital content can be consumed by everyone, both through the overall design of it...

Don’t Skip the Alt Text: Lessons in Accessibility | Blog | The University of Aberdeen (abdn.ac.uk)

Throughout my undergraduate studies at the University of Aberdeen, I had some awareness of accessible content, particularly as a student with ADHD and dyslexia. However, I now realise that I did not fully understand how common accessibility issues are or how significantly they can affect all students. Over the last year, working...

Events to foster accessibility, disability inclusion – The Brock News (brocku.ca)

Brock will mark Global Accessibility Awareness Day and National AccessAbility Week with a series of workshops and activities designed to support equity and inclusion at the University. The Brock community is invited to participate in a packed schedule of events ...

Accessibility Tech Tips 2026 - IT Services | Trinity College Dublin (tcd.ie)

This Thursday 21st May is Global Accessibility Awareness Day.

Donate - All Wheels Up (allwheelsup.org)

Your Donation Empowers Change, Advocacy, and Accessibility Donate Online Imagine a world where every individual, regardless of mobility, can travel by air with dignity, safety, and ease. For many, this is not yet a reality. All Wheels Up, an all-volunteer grassroots nonprofit, is on a mission to change that. We are dedicated to increasing awareness […]

How The 19th is celebrating Global Accessibility Awareness Day (19thnews.org)

Prioritizing accessibility work doesn’t just mean fixing what’s already broken. It means bringing intentionality into our product planning and engineering processes.

Text-to-speech technology is a ‘small step’ in the giant leap for accessibility at UW - The Daily (dailyuw.com)

Former Penn employee sues University over alleged pattern of discrimination - The Daily Pennsylvanian (thedp.com)

In the complaint, Heallis’ lawyers argued that she was subject to discriminatory treatment under Associate Vice Provost for Research, Environmental Health, and Radiation Safety Maureen O’Leary.

Harnessing AI-Enabled Smart Glasses for People with Cerebral Visual Impairment - Inclusive Technologies (monash.edu)

digitalaccessibility.wisc.edu (digitalaccessibility.wisc.edu)

Accessible by design: Because inclusion cannot be optional | ITWeb (itweb.co.za)

Inclusion in technology is not only about who gets hired. It is also about who gets considered when solutions are built.

Vermonters will vote on equal protection amendment to state constitution this fall - VTDigger (vtdigger.org)

The proposal, which got a final sign-off from the House on Wednesday, is aimed at ensuring all people are treated equally under the law regardless of their race, ethnicity, sex, religion or other identity.

How developers can utilize AI for Web Accessibility | HackerNoon (hackernoon.com)

AI can scan for broken ARIA labels, auto-caption live streams, and simplify dense content — but human oversight is still what makes accessibility actually work.

Building GitHub’s next chapter in accessibility - The GitHub Blog (github.blog)

Building GitHub’s next chapter in accessibility

Disability community grateful for lawsuit removal (dakotanewsnow.com)

There’s a collective sigh of relief among those following a federal lawsuit after the state’s withdrawal from a case that appears to have unintended consequences for disabled South Dakotans.

Accessibility remains essential at UT San Antonio, even with a new timeline - UT San Antonio Today (news.utsa.edu)

The deadline for universities to comply with the digital accessibility requirements was extended to April 2027.

DOJ extends digital accessibility deadlines; Ohio University continues progress (ohio.edu)

The U.S. Department of Justice has announced a one‑year extension to federal digital accessibility deadlines under Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Funka Foundation Newsletter - May 2026 (trk.idrelay.com)

Advancing digital accessibility at UVM: Faculty guidance and timeline (uvm.edu)

Advancing Accessibility and Productivity for Blind Users with AI - Monash Assistive Technology and Society (monash.edu)

Why should you “Unlock Inclusivity” as a student? | Blog | The University of Aberdeen (abdn.ac.uk)

Before the why’s, what...? ≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈≈ What is Digital Accessibility? Hopefully if you are reading this blog, you may have already had a quick look at our Unlocking Inclusivity Webpage, and so you’ll already know! In a nutshell, digital accessibility ensures that digital content can be consumed by everyone, both through the overall design of it...

Don’t Skip the Alt Text: Lessons in Accessibility | Blog | The University of Aberdeen (abdn.ac.uk)

Throughout my undergraduate studies at the University of Aberdeen, I had some awareness of accessible content, particularly as a student with ADHD and dyslexia. However, I now realise that I did not fully understand how common accessibility issues are or how significantly they can affect all students. Over the last year, working...

Events to foster accessibility, disability inclusion – The Brock News (brocku.ca)

Brock will mark Global Accessibility Awareness Day and National AccessAbility Week with a series of workshops and activities designed to support equity and inclusion at the University. The Brock community is invited to participate in a packed schedule of events ...

Accessibility Tech Tips 2026 - IT Services | Trinity College Dublin (tcd.ie)

This Thursday 21st May is Global Accessibility Awareness Day.

Airlines Increasingly Commit To Autism Training For Staff - Disability Scoop (disabilityscoop.com)

Just ahead of the summer travel season, another airline is taking steps to be more welcoming toward travelers on the spectrum.

Disability rights under Section 504 and ADA are under serious attack (wheelieoutthere.blogspot.com)

tl,dr: Do you like ramps and curb cutouts? How about accessible voting, and staying out of nursing homes? Then ASAP go to https://dredf.org/...

Lancet Study Flags Mental Disorders As Top Cause Of Global Disability (ndtv.com)

The world’s burden of mental disorders has more than doubled since 1990, and they are now the leading cause of disability globally, overtaking cardiovascular disease, cancer and musculoskeletal conditions, according to a new study published in The La

Seeing the Game Differently (sarasminkara.substack.com)

Grandmasters Play Without Looking. Why Design for Only One Kind of Player?

Almost 1.2 billion people living with mental disorders worldwide as case numbers nearly double since 1990 - ABC News (abc.net.au)

A surge over the last three decades means mental disorders now account for more than 17 per cent of all disability worldwide, according to a report published this week.

Feds Announce ‘Largest Autism Fraud Bust In American History’ - Disability Scoop (disabilityscoop.com)

The U.S. Department of Justice said over $90 million was allegedly pilfered from Medicaid programs including those serving kids with autism and supporting community living for people with disabilities.

Supreme Court Punts On Deciding How Intellectual Disability Is Defined - Disability Scoop (disabilityscoop.com)

Months after the U.S. Supreme Court heard arguments in a case that advocates said could have major implications for intellectual disability and how it is defined, the justices said never mind.

Families secure future of UK children’s care home after uncovering management failures (theguardian.com)

Charity Commission inquiry into William Blake House in Northamptonshire resulted in rescue plan

it’s just there … (seemyway.co.uk)

Three words most visually impaired people dread hearing: It’s over there. It’s Just there. and even just over there. Those words are linked to a magical land that is forever out of our reach. T…

COMPLICATED — Open Eye Pictures (openeyepix.org)

Kids with complex, invisible illness and their families face unimaginable hurdles as they confront failing medical and child protective systems.

Native kids with disabilities were held in wooden boxes. Sweeping reforms are coming (npr.org)

State officials in New York say the Salmon River district’s special education program confined young children with disabilities in wooden boxes. Parents weren’t notified.

Access Living Wins Major Civil Rights Lawsuit Against the City of Chicago - Access Living (accessliving.org)

Agreement Signed off by City Council Requires City to Rehab or Build Thousands of Apartments for Low-Income, Disabled Residents and Follow Federal Civil Rights Housing Laws Contact: Lena Parsons, lparsons@accessliving.org, […]

You Need To See ‘You Are Here’: The Dynamic New Film Starring Jack Kennedy, Judd Nelson and Eileen Grubba (upbeatwithherbiejpilato.substack.com)

The Movie Takes You Home Like No Other

DWP figures ‘show self-employed disabled people have been put to the back of the Access to Work queue’ (disabilitynewsservice.com)

Self-employed disabled people are waiting nearly two years for the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) to even begin working on their Access to Work application if they are seen as a “non-priori…

Kids Keep Getting Stuck In Hospitals, Even After Being Cleared For Discharge - Disability Scoop (disabilityscoop.com)

Across the country, the practice of allowing children — including those with disabilities and complex medical conditions — to remain hospitalized “beyond medical necessity” has become a costly problem.

Mold exposure can trigger and worsen chronic illness. Climate change will increase the risk. - The Sick Times (thesicktimes.org)

Almost half of buildings in the U.S. have mold or dampness, which can cause respiratory symptoms and may even trigger diseases like myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME).

Two-week employer deadline on reasonable adjustment request decisions – BDF responds | Business Disability Forum (businessdisabilityforum.org.uk)

Business Disability Forum has welcomed recommendations from the Work and Pensions Committee aimed at improving the workplace adjustment process for disabled employees, including a proposed two-week response deadline for employers and greater transparency around adjustment decisions.

Blind UK pop producer to take legal action over alleged lack of support at work (theguardian.com)

Disability rights campaigner Robin Millar reveals he is taking owners of music business he founded to a tribunal

AbilityNet named in Forbes Accessibility 200 (abilitynet.org.uk)

AbilityNet has been named in the Forbes Accessibility 200, a global list recognising organisations driving meaningful change for disabled people through technology.

Government announces free bus travel for 5 to15-year-olds in... (bususers.org)

Cost of living boost with free bus travel for children and targeted food tariff cuts Government release in full Free bus travel for children throughout August, helping families across England get...

Spinal cord injury pain tied to psychological and social wellbeing (disabilityinsider.com)

Spinal Cord Injury (SCI) leaves many people with ongoing pain and significant psychosocial impacts, with researchers confirming the link and calling for integrated treatment approaches.

Do digital accessibility metrics matter — and what happens when we don’t have them? | Business Disability Forum (businessdisabilityforum.org.uk)

At a May 2025 session with leaders from PwC, Google, BBC and Government Digital Service, one question stood out: how do we measure digital accessibility effectively? This article introduces a simple framework - People, Process, Product - to help organisations track progress and drive meaningful improvement.

Webinar: AI and Accessibility – What have we learned so far? | Axess Lab (axesslab.com)

Learn about the potentials and be aware of the pitfalls. Join our upcoming webinar to explore the rapidly evolving intersection of AI and accessibility, from…

Sony semiconductor solutions showcases “Electronic Eye” innovations (disabilityinsider.com)

In celebration of Global Accessibility Awareness Day, Sony Semiconductor Solutions Group (SSS Group) has formally detailed its ongoing commitment to digital inclusion, unveiling advanced technological breakthroughs designed to assist individuals with vision disabilities.

The Weight of the House We Built (disabilitydebrief.org)

Rethinking representation of people with disabilities and the role of OPDs

Podcast Episode 48 – Stalinism, International Blind Activism, and Cold War Social Movements – The Disability History Association (dishist.org)

I’m with the band: tales from a blind metal singer – BlindNewWorld (blindnewworld.org)

When Joel lost his vision, he had to reset his relationship with music - now, he’s the lead singer in the world’s first blind-led metal band

All-terrain wheelchair unlocks Queens Domain trails (disabilityinsider.com)

People with mobility disabilities can book a free all-terrain wheelchair from the Doone Kennedy Hobart Aquatic Centre, making it easier to explore the Queens Domains’ tracks and trails.

US extends digital accessibility deadline for healthcare providers (disabilityinsider.com)

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Office for Civil Rights (OCR) announced a one-year extension for healthcare organizations and other federally funded entities to comply with updated digital accessibility standards under under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (Section 504), a move that immediately drew attention across the disability rights and healthcare sectors.

Queensland disability services company faces court (disabilityinsider.com)

The Fair Work Ombudsman has commenced legal action against a Queensland-based disability support services company.

Kids Keep Getting Stuck In Hospitals, Even After Being Cleared For Discharge - Disability Scoop (disabilityscoop.com)

Across the country, the practice of allowing children — including those with disabilities and complex medical conditions — to remain hospitalized “beyond medical necessity” has become a costly problem.

How The UN-CRPD Empowered Disabled People In Malta - GDNN | Crip Life™ (criplife.co.uk)

Check out this interview with Rhoda Garland who moved to Malta about 20 years ago and is now the first Commissioner for the Rights of Persons with Disabilities appointed by parliament.

AXSChat Podcast with Michael Bishop (axschat.com)

Michael Bishop is Chief Executive of RDA, a UK-wide charity supporting over 39,000 disabled people each year through the unique bond between people and horses. RDA works to remove barriers, creating inclusive spaces and a

Removing barriers to fitness, wellbeing and accessible holidays (ablemagazine.co.uk)

A young mum of two living with cerebral palsy is turning personal challenges into powerful change. Charity, Tailored Leisure, was founded with a clear mission: to remove barriers to fitness, wellbe…

WEBINAR: Co-production in Independent Living Research - ENIL (enil.eu)

Organised by ENIL’s Independent Living Research Network Date: 12 JuneTime: 10:00 – 12:00 CESTLocation: Online via ZoomRegister: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/0zg79hA5ShGn97H8_Ug8_A#/registration This webinar will explore how research ...

WEBINAR: How to use International Complaints to Challenge Institutionalization under the CRPD - ENIL (enil.eu)

Date: Thursday, 28 May 2026Time: 15:00 – 17:00 CETLocation: Online via ZoomRegister: https://us06web.zoom.us/…/reg…/WN_31ofw6ykS6ekTTcUJ9-nHg Accessibility: Captioning, International Sign Language and Mandarin interpretation will be provided. ...

TPT welcomes Government action to tackle Access to Work backlog - Thomas Pocklington Trust (pocklington.org.uk)

Thomas Pocklington Trust has welcomed today’s Government announcement that almost 500 additional staff will be recruited to help clear the backlog in the Access to Work scheme.

GAAD 2026: Not Much to Celebrate, Yet (sheribyrnehaber.medium.com)

Tomorrow is Global Accessibility Awareness Day. If you are expecting a post full of colored banners, virtual events, and “let’s raise…

Fit Note system must be made workable for employers | Business Disability Forum (businessdisabilityforum.org.uk)

Business Disability Forum has welcomed Government plans to reform the Fit Note system, while warning that wider workplace inclusion issues - including NHS waiting times and uncertainty around Access to Work funding - must also be addressed to support disabled people returning to work.

Disability, sex and relationships: the disabled lesbian scene | Disability Horizons (disabilityhorizons.com)

In our series on disability, sex and relationships, expert and resident agony aunt Tuppy (who runs Outsiders – a private club for disabled people looking for a relationship) answers your questions. This week, the disabled lesbian scene. #DHgurus Dear Aunty Tuppy I am a young lady with MS using a wheelchair. I have other slightly …

When Inclusion Fails: Why I am Finally Speaking Out (sirrobinmillar.substack.com)

with great reluctance, I have issued proceedings in the Employment Tribunal against the business I co-founded and its current ownership for disability discrimination and victimisation

A toolkit for new advocates: What I learned from the Long COVID Moonshot campaign - The Sick Times (thesicktimes.org)

While the multi-billion dollar Long COVID Moonshot bill is currently stalled, advocates learned many important lessons that the community must carry into future efforts.

Prosthetics firm’s stock plunges as it denies short-seller’s Russia ‘propaganda’ allegations (msn.com)

German prosthetics firm Ottobock fell over 10% on Tuesday in the wake of a report published by US-based hedge fund Grizzly Research.

From Film Sets to Shaping Inclusive Leadership - Disability Belongs™ (disabilitybelongs.org)

Isabella V. is a filmmaker, community organizer, and disability advocate whose work bridges storytelling, media, and inclusive leadership.

BDF responds to Government plans to clear Access to Work backlog | Business Disability Forum (businessdisabilityforum.org.uk)

Business Disability Forum has welcomed Government plans to recruit additional staff to help clear the Access to Work backlog, while calling for long-term investment to prevent future delays to the scheme.

India’s SC pushes stronger disability rights law enforcement (disabilityinsider.com)

India’s Supreme Court advanced a disability rights initiative by directing eight National Law Universities to assess implementation of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPwD) Act, 2016, across states and Union Territories, while noting that most governments have now appointed Nodal Officers to coordinate the court-monitored exercise under “Project Ability Empowerment,” as reported by Bar and Bench.

EU expands inclusion agenda for persons with disabilities (disabilityinsider.com)

The Commission has presented a social plan to promote the rights of persons with disabilities across the EU.

Greens oppose rushed disability support law changes (disabilityinsider.com)

The Green Party is opposing the Government’s Disability Support Services Bill, saying disabled people and whānau have once again been shut out of decisions that directly affect their lives.

Apple unveils new AI-powered accessibility features and eye-controlled wheelchair support (disabilityinsider.com)

Apple has announced a new set of accessibility features for its devices, including VoiceOver, Magnifier, Voice Control, and Accessibility Reader. The new features are set to roll out later this year, and some are powered by Apple Intelligence.

A New Producer - Touretteshero (touretteshero.com)

After two brilliant years with the company, our Senior Producer Nisha is moving on to pursue some new ventures of her own. We’ve loved working with her on all sorts of different projects including Valley of the Shadows, Rebel Play and The Department for Wonder and Play Zine. We’re sad that Nisha’s going but excited to find…

Ordinariate ordinations 2026 (Joe Clark, Toronto) (joeclark.org)

UK launches recruitment drive to tackle backlog in disability work scheme - Disability Insider (disabilityinsider.com)

Tens of thousands of persons with disabilities needing support to move into or stay in work will have their claims processed quicker, under measures introduced by the Department for Work and Pensions.

Bill to strengthen disability support services - Disability Insider (disabilityinsider.com)

The New Zealand government has introduced the Disability Support Services Bill to Parliament on Monday, providing clarity and stability to the system which supports thousands of New Zealanders with disabilities.

Creating accessible Cairns for everyone (disabilityinsider.com)

Council is creating a more inclusive and accessible community through the successful delivery of its Disability Access and Inclusion Plan (DAIP) 2024-26, with 86 per cent of the Plan’s 37 actions now complete.

Research updates, May 19 - The Sick Times (thesicktimes.org)

The antiviral ensitrelvir was found to prevent COVID-19 in people exposed to COVID-positive individuals. The study was published in the New England Journal of Medicine and included over 2,000 participants who took the treatment pill or a placebo. Researchers found that the drug cut the risk of COVID-19 by two-thirds for household members when taken

How Eric Trump Created A Myth Around His Kids-Cancer Charity (forbes.com)

The president’s son did a lot of good for kids with cancer. He also perpetuated a fantasy about his charity for years, which he continues to push to this day.

Clark Prize 2026 (clarkart.edu)

The Clark’s mission and its geographical location define three essential aspects of its character and identity: the quality of its art, the beauty of its pastoral setting, and the depth of its commitment to the generation of ideas.

Why has the word ‘Black’ disappeared from The Momnibus Act? (19thnews.org)

Why does the federal Momnibus now only say ‘Black’ one time? The answer depends on who you ask.

Texas childrens detransition clinic paxton settlement (axios.com)

Efforts To Understand the Nation’s Drugged Driving Problem Stall Under Trump - KFF Health News (kffhealthnews.org)

The data behind alcohol-related traffic deaths is well studied. Less understood is the toll of vehicle deaths involving drugs or a combination of drugs and alcohol. Attempts to fix that have been stymied by federal budget and staffing cuts.

Fears of another safeguarding catastrophe after DWP stops benefits of nearly 23,000 ESA claimants (disabilitynewsservice.com)

New government figures show nearly 23,000 disabled people have failed to “migrate” from employment and support allowance to universal credit and have had their benefit claims closed, raising concer…

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Dos and Don’ts for a Freaky (But Disability Positive) Halloween (longmoreinstitute.wordpress.com)

By: Emily Beitiks Halloween is just around the corner…time to bust out that polyester costume you bought in college and ask yourself: can I pull this off for one more year? We can’t hel…

Australians with Down syndrome among those to suffer most from proposed NDIS cuts to social activities (theguardian.com)

‘It’s heartless to cut supports we need to leave the house, work and study at a time when the cost of living has dramatically increased’, advocate says

PBS Brings Back Series Focused On Character With Autism - Disability Scoop (disabilityscoop.com)

A popular drama centering on a detective with autism who has a unique way of solving crimes is set to return.

A comprehensive course for learning web accessibility (practical-accessibility.today)

Practical Accessibility is a self-paced video course designed to demystify web accessibility and equip you with the knowledge you need to confidently create more accessible websites and web applications today.

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Breaking the vicious cycle: How two German scientists seek to solve ME - The Sick Times (thesicktimes.org)

A “unifying” hypothesis of the mechanisms, triggers, and risk factors for myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME), is gaining support. Further evaluation and development of a potential drug depend on funding.

Do you remember? (sirkotsky.substack.com)

Dementia, memory loss, and cognitive accessibility in cinema, media, and real life

Beyond 6 Seconds: Neurodiversity stories from neurodivergent people: Learning to read at age 32 – with Oliver James, author of Unread (beyond6seconds.com)

Oliver James is a California-based personal trainer, motivational speaker, literacy activist, and influencer. He has been featured by Today, NPR, the Jennifer Hudson Show, the Los Angeles Times, Newsweek, Rachael Ray, and ABC News, among many others. Additionally, he received the Barbara Bush National Literacy Award in 2023. Oliver is the author of “Unread: A Memoir of Learning (and Loving) to Read on TikTok.” His book is about teaching himself to read starting at the age of 32, and his experience with childhood learning disabilities and educational neglect. In just 365 days, he went from barely being able to read a restaurant menu, to closing in on his goal of finishing 100 books in a year. Oliver has become a TikTok/BookTok sensation for the way he’s documented his decision to learn to read as an adult, and his struggles and triumphs along the way. During this episode, you will hear Oliver talk about: Why he describes himself as being “functionally illiterate” and how his experience with literacy “started wrong” What inspired him to share his journey to learn how to read on social media, at the age of 32 How reading has profoundly changed his perspective on life What it was like writing a book about his experience Buy Oliver’s book “Unread”: Follow Oliver at oliverspeaks1 on , , and . Email Oliver at OliverSpeaks1 [at] gmail.com. Learn more about the that has helped Oliver learn how to read: nardagani.com Support or sponsor this podcast: BuyMeACoffee.com/Beyond6Seconds Watch the video of this interview on YouTube: youtube.com/watch?v=xWGXsqQaloQ Read the episode transcript: carolynkiel.com/podcast/oliver-james-unread Follow the Beyond 6 Seconds podcast in your favorite podcast player: pod.link/1336740192 Subscribe to the FREE Beyond 6 Seconds newsletter for early access to new episodes: mailchi.mp/f9f6e8356138/insider *Disclaimer: The views, guidance, opinions, and thoughts expressed in Beyond 6 Seconds episodes are solely mine and/or those of my guests, and do not necessarily represent those of my employer or other organizations. These episodes are for informational purposes only and do not substitute for professional medical advice. Consult a medical professional or healthcare provider if you are seeking medical advice, diagnoses, or treatment.*

Focus On Something You Love, Despite Pain - Despite Pain (despitepain.com)

Living with pain is difficult, and it’s easier said than done, but sometimes we have to try to focus on something we love instead of pain.

What is the link between climate change and chronic illness? - The Sick Times (thesicktimes.org)

What happens when your body and the climate break down at the same time? In this episode, Still Here co-host Miles Griffis talks to Lorraine Boissoneault, science journalist and Sick Times contributor, about her new book, Body Weather: Notes on Chronic Illness in the Anthropocene. Lorraine shares how she came to see the links between

Frank Hayden, Canadian researcher who ignited Special Olympics movement, dies at 96 (toronto.citynews.ca)

Hayden died Saturday at 96 and is survived by four children, seven grandchildren and five great-grandchildren.

Walk MS Frankenmuth 2026 | Friendship and Team MonsterS (acoupletakesonms.com)

From longtime friendships to new memories, Jennifer Digmann shares what Walk MS Frankenmuth 2026 meant to Team MonsterS.

‘An accessible space’: the Chelsea garden visitors can see, hear, feel, taste and touch their way round (theguardian.com)

Designers hope Sightsavers sensory exhibit at London flower show will offer something for everyone

Demographics and population: Why birth rates are falling everywhere all at once - Golem.de (golem.de)

Homes and phones are part of the reason for the demographic shift changing our world.

5 Questions to Stop Asking Wheelchair Users Immediately (themighty.com)

A wheelchair user shares the questions she doesn’t want to be asked anymore.

Pipeline Turns Classroom Paraprofessionals Into Teachers - Disability Scoop (disabilityscoop.com)

With tuition assistance and a paid apprenticeship, an initiative is allowing classroom aides to join the teaching ranks — including working as special educators — in their own communities.

Autism Increases Odds Of Suicidal Crisis. 988 Is Changing To Better Serve This Group - Disability Scoop (disabilityscoop.com)

Shifts in 988 hotline volunteer behavior can have a major impact for callers with autism, a population more likely to experience suicidal crisis.

States Ask Federal Court To Strike Disability Protections - Disability Scoop (disabilityscoop.com)

A multi-state lawsuit challenging the right of people with disabilities to live and receive services in the community is barreling forward even as some states are calling it quits.

Proud Stutter: Empowering People with Speech Diversity - Global Disability News (globaldisabilitynews.org)

Proud Stutter is a short film featuring Maya, who grew up with a stutter she believed she needed to overcome, embarking on a transformative journey of self-acceptance. Realizing that stuttering is simply another way of speaking, she creates a podcast to amplify the voices of those who share her experience. Through candid conversations, Maya creates a space where people who stutter can find strength, connection, and a voice.

Dineabiliti - Your Guide to Accessible Dining (dineabiliti.com)

“Casting April:” The Children’s Book Disabled Kids Have Been Waiting For - Global Disability News (globaldisabilitynews.org)

“Casting April“ is a children’s book by Wendy Lu. It is about a young girl who wants to be an actor. April has had a tracheostomy tube since birth. In most other books, the story would either end here or, by magic, find a way to heal April. But instead, author Wendy Lu tells a story that resonates with many disabled children. These children have long been excluded from literature. The book gives them a voice by making their ordinary lives, hopes, and dreams visible.

Accessible Healthcare for People with Disabilities - Disability Equity Collaborative (disabilityequitycollaborative.org)

An implementation guide to support healthcare organizations in providing high-quality care to patients with disabilities.

UNICEF scaling up efforts to protect and support children and families following Ebola outbreaks in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda (unicef.org)

ASL interpreters help with accessibility in theaters, but more advertising would go a long way (spokesman.com)

To make something accessible means to make it available for all. There are ramps and elevators for those with mobility aids, texts in Braille for those who are blind, accessible parking and restrooms.

Best Buddies Launches New Entrepreneurship Program for Individuals with IDD - Best Buddies International (bestbuddies.org)

New entrepreneurship initiative empowers individuals with IDD through mentorship, business development, and leadership.

Ohio Nursing Homes Discharging Medically Fragile Patients to Homeless Shelters, Federal Inspections Reveal (knowyourrightscamp.org)

The investigation reveals a troubling pattern in American healthcare: nursing homes discharging medically fragile patients to homeless shelters when insurance coverage ends. This practice, while “rare but increasingly common,” exposes structural failures in how the U.S. funds and regulates long-term care.At the heart of the problem is America’s fragmented payment system. Medicaid funds most nursing home care, but as federal lawmakers reduce program funding, facilities face mounting financial pre

Trump Bought Stock in Drugmaker as His Government Boosted Its Obesity Drugs - KFF Health News (kffhealthnews.org)

New ethics disclosures show the president invested in Eli Lilly and a company that manufactures injectable devices as his health agencies implemented policies that benefited them.

Abortion bans are restricting how miscarriages are treated (19thnews.org)

The research is the first national analysis to quantify how abortion restrictions affect people losing their pregnancies.

US health department withdraws vaccine advisory panel charter (reuters.com)

The U.S. health department has withdrawn an April charter renewal for a key vaccine advisory panel that ​laid out new membership rules and direction, citing ‌an administrative error, according to a Federal Register notice issued on Monday.

States Ask Federal Court To Strike Disability Protections - Disability Scoop (disabilityscoop.com)

A multi-state lawsuit challenging the right of people with disabilities to live and receive services in the community is barreling forward even as some states are calling it quits.

Feds To Reconsider Rule Barring Disability Discrimination In Healthcare - Disability Scoop (disabilityscoop.com)

Just as they were set to take effect, federal officials are delaying new requirements meant to make healthcare more accessible to people with disabilities and signaling that additional changes are likely.

BDA’s new 2026 – 2029 Strategy (bda.org.uk)

Today we are proud to share our new three-year plan for 2026–2029 — and to reflect on just how far we have come together over the past three years.

Ollie Thorn: Paralysed Man Becomes First Person To Handcyle To Everest Base Camp | Crip Life™ (criplife.co.uk)

We speak to a former British serviceman – Ollie Thorn – who has become the first person to handcycle to Everest Base Camp,

Keke Palmer & Zack Gottsagen Starring In ‘Lottery’ For Searchlight (deadline.com)

Searchlight has greenlit Lottery, starring Keke Palmer, Zack Gottsagen, directed by Thor Freudenthal.

Texas hospital to launch youth ‘detransition clinic,’ fire doctors to settle probe (reuters.com)

The largest children’s hospital in the United States will create the country’s first “detransition ‌clinic” to undo gender-affirming treatments for transgender youth.

All in Her Head: The Truth and Lies Early Medicine Taught Us About Women’s Bodies and Why It Matters Today – A Memorial Sloan Kettering MD’s History of Healthcare and Agency: 9780063293014: Comen, Elizabeth: Bücher (amazon.com)

All in Her Head: The Truth and Lies Early Medicine Taught Us About Women’s Bodies and Why It Matters Today – A Memorial Sloan Kettering MD’s History of Healthcare and Agency

Minnesota Lawmaker Proposes Using Hospital Tax To Fill Charity Care Gap - KFF Health News (kffhealthnews.org)

A Minnesota Star Tribune-KFF Health News investigation found charity care at hospitals in the state is offered at low and arbitrary levels, prompting Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison to say, “There is more work in front of us.”

Social Security, SSI Benefits Likely To Rise - Disability Scoop (disabilityscoop.com)

Social Security and Supplemental Security Income beneficiaries could see a big jump in their monthly payments come next year.

SEND Reforms – Disability and SEND organisations and community groups formal request to Secretary of State for Education for an extension to the SEND Reforms consultations (includemetoo.org.uk)

Include Me TOO, Black SEN Mamas and South Asian SEN Mamas want to thank our members, supporters, and allies for responding to our ‘Call To Action’ in solidarity. Alongside over 30 organisations fro…

Impact of SEND Reforms on Black, Asian and Minoritised Disabled Children, Young People and their Families (includemetoo.org.uk)

A critical conversation on the impact of SEND Reforms on Black, Asian and minoritised disabled children, young people and their families Discussions will cover: Do the SEND reforms risk disproport…

Australia’s best blind bowlers compete for glory on the green – in pictures (theguardian.com)

Visually impaired bowlers represent their states at the Australian Blind Bowlers Association’s national championships in Tweed Heads

Highlighting Cosmo Industries during Disability Service Professionals (unpublished.ca)

PushLiving Network – Wheelchair Accessible Lifestyle (pushliving.com)

PushLiving shares wheelchair-accessible lifestyle, travel, advocacy and inclusive resources for people with mobility disabilities and allies.

How ‘S.N.L’ Shorts Are Made Behind the Scenes (nytimes.com)

A rare glimpse behind the scenes reveals a frenetic process that has been refined across decades.

I SWEAR | Official US Trailer (2026) (youtube.com)

Watch the official US trailer of I SWEAR, starring BAFTA award winner Robert Aramayo. Only in Theaters April 24, 2026. Written & Directed by: Kirk JonesBased...

I Always Have a Choice (sarahlevis.substack.com)

I can’t control what happens next. But I can still influence it.

2018 Quincy Jones Award Honoree Zack Gottsagen | Global Down Syndrome Foundation (globaldownsyndrome.org)

Frida Kahlo Photos: What Made the Painter a ‘Living Work of Art’ (nytimes.com)

Plaster corsets and Tehuana skirts, men’s wear and spider monkeys: These are the things that made Frida Frida.

The Ultimate Wheelchair Accessible Dubai Travel Guide (curbfreewithcorylee.com)

Explore the ultimate guide to wheelchair accessible Dubai, highlighting top wheelchair accessible Dubai attractions, hotels, and tips.

Record numbers of UK renters crowdfunding to cover bills (theguardian.com)

Rent donations on GoFundMe up 60% since 2022, with 100,000 donors helping people keep a roof over their heads

Face Equality Week 2026 – what to say to people who ask about your facial difference - Carly Findlay (carlyfindlay.com.au)

It’s Face Equality Week and this year’s theme is Seen and Served - making sure people with facial differences are seen, served, respected and safe in retail and hospitality settings. All week I’ve been talking about what retail and hospo staff can do. But this post is about what people with facial differences can say

The Conversations We Have With Our Nonverbal Daughter (themighty.com)

How parents communicate with their daughter, who is nonverbal.

Ask My 3-Year-Old If His Sister With Down Syndrome Is Different Than He Is (themighty.com)

A mother talks about what her son’s response would be if someone asked him if he thinks his sister with Down syndrome is different than he is.

We’ve tried to smooth disabled peoples’ path back to work. Why isn’t it helping? (washingtonpost.com)

An essential safety net program is still a barrier, not a gateway, to employment.

The Golf Trust (thegolftrust.com)

The Golf Trust was set up to bring people together through golf.

Project 1402: Leisure Shouldn’t Be A Luxury (justgiving.com)

This June, eight golfers are taking on an extraordinary challenge in Lofoten, Norway. From 9th–14th June, the team will play 1,402 holes of golf. A powerful number representing the average additional monthly costs faced by people with disabilities.

The Golf Trust launches campaign to expose hidden cost of disability (golfbusinessnews.com)

The Golf Trust launches fundraising campaign designed to highlight additional costs faced by people with disabilities.

Accessibility in The Palm Beaches: Accessible Experiences (thepalmbeaches.com)

The Palm Beaches strive to be an accessible destination for all travelers. Discover accessible experiences as well as information to make your trip easier.

Tracey Emin | Tate Modern (tate.org.uk)

Tracey Emin Campaign for Invisible Disabilities Explained - Artlyst (artlyst.com)

Explore Tracey Emin’s Campaign for Invisible Disabilities and its powerful message about unseen health challenges in public spaces.

Alex Mitchell on comedy, disability - and why he won’t be labelled inspirational (patient.info)

We spoke to Alex Mitchel about his diagnosis of functional neurological disorder (FND) and how he navigates his condition through stand-up

Functional Neurologic Disorder (ninds.nih.gov)

Functional neurologic disorder (FND) refers to a neurological condition caused by changes in how brain networks work, rather than changes in the structure of the brain itself, as seen in many other neurological disorders.

Murdoch University (murdoch.edu.au)

Murdoch was the second university established in Perth, WA and has achieved a five-star rating for overall experience, teaching quality and employability by the QS Star Assessment 2022, placing it among some of the leading universities in the world.

Where the Shoreline Opens: Accessible Beaches, Ocean Tourism, and the Power of Belonging (accessiblejourneysmagazine.com)

Dive into the world of accessible ocean tourism and see how inclusive beaches are creating a powerful sense of belonging for all travelers.

Global Speaker, Viral Creator, Disability Advocate Spencer West Holds Nothing Back With New Book Release, Breaking Free (natlawreview.com)

Spencer West (spencer2thewest.com)

Portsmouth’s first-ever learning disability arts festival (bbc.com)

Pivot Fest in Portsmouth is showcasing the talents and voices of learning disabled artists.

Home Page - Aspex Portsmouth (aspex.org.uk)

Aspex Portsmouth is a charity and contemporary art space rooted in community, bringing joy through art and nurturing creativity and connection for over 40 years.

This New Ground (thisnewground.com)

TAF Africa seeks disability inclusion in 2027 elections (gazettengr.com)

Mr Ajanya stated, “The time has come for persons with disabilities to move from political margins to leadership.”

AbleToRun: Electability Campaign - TAF Africa (tafafrica.co)

Able2Run PRESS CONFERENCE - MAY 12, 2026 Disability is NO Barrier to Leadership The Able2Run Electability Campaign calls on Persons with Disabilities across Nigeria to step forward, run for office, and GOVERN. Tuesday, May 12 · 9:00 AM Official Campaign Launch – Press Conference Join the Campaign Join the Political Leadership Programme [PLP] for PWDs

NATIONAL MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH (nationaldaycalendar.com)

National Mental Health Awareness Month in May focuses on bringing tools, resources, and education to the general public

Man with disabilities forced to travel 23 miles to access swimming pool (bbc.com)

The water is one of the few places where Jamie Rigg, who has cerebral palsy, can leave his wheelchair.

Everyone in the Disability Community Should Fight for Myalgic Encephalomyelitis Patients (uptonrebecca.substack.com)

Disability justice requires cross-disability solidarity. ME patients shouldn’t be the only ones advocating for more awareness, research funding and treatments for their debilitating condition

To stand tall AND imperfectly before ancestors and the Land (preview.mailerlite.io)

The Answer’s in the Question (podaccess.substack.com)

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The Exhausting Cycle of New Symptoms and Medical Gaslighting (uptonrebecca.substack.com)

On the everyday horrors of being a patient with chronic illnesses

Southbank Centre Celebrates 75 Years With A Summer Season Of Literature, Spoken Word And Accessible Cultural Events | Crip Life™ (criplife.co.uk)

Celebrate the Southbank Centre’s 75th anniversary with an accessible summer season of literature and spoken word events featuring acclaimed writers, artists and cultural voices from May to September 2026.

After viral graduation walk, paraplegic student calls for greater accessibility: ‘It doesn’t have to be so hard’ (theguardian.com)

After a truck accident left him paralyzed, Jaiden Picot crossed his graduation stage in a robotic exoskeleton

Tell HHS Digital Access Should Not Wait - Disability Belongs™ (disabilitybelongs.org)

HHS has delayed by one year the deadlines for many programs to make their websites and mobile apps accessible to people with disabilities.

“We’re not seeking mental health support from our workplace. We’re seeking inclusion” (reframingdisability.substack.com)

Shreya Bansal on her experiences as a journalist with psychosocial disabilities and how newsrooms can be inclusive

Settlement to overhaul Colorado’s facility schools for students with disabilities (kkco11news.com)

Civil rights group reaches agreement with state education department over accountability and oversight.

Grothman Introduces Bill to Protect Employment Opportunities for Adults with Disabilities | U.S. Representative Glenn Grothman (grothman.house.gov)

Maine’s city and town websites are essential, new rules aim to make them accessible to all (wgme.com)

For people with disabilities, that access is not always guaranteed.