As asylum seekers are engulfed by slurs and lies, our leaders shrug. Truly, this is shameful
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As asylum seekers are engulfed by slurs and lies, our leaders shrug. Truly, this is shameful (theguardian.com)
The narrative that they are a threat to women and girls has no basis in fact, but bad actors peddle it, and ministers encourage them, says Guardian columnist Frances Ryan
Making Jewish Life Accessible (disabilitybelongs.org)
Bringing together community leaders, advocates, and accessibility professionals to explore what it means to create inclusive, welcoming Jewish spaces for people with disabilities.
Northern Ireland: Sign Language Bill (bda.org.uk)
The Sign Language Bill is currently progressing through the Northern Ireland Assembly and is at the Committee Stage, where it is being scrutinised by the Committee for Communities.
Just Hands Follows a Quadriplegic Driver’s Journey into High-Stakes Racing - New Mobility (newmobility.com)
For Torsten Gross, there’s nothing quite like being on a racetrack. There’s the speed, the danger and the focus that racing requires, but there’s something…
Study finds gap in stroke care guidelines for diverse patients - Disability Insider (disabilityinsider.com)
Stroke continues to place a heavy burden on Australians, especially those from culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) backgrounds, with a stroke occurring every 11 minutes. Yet, new research led by University of Wollongong (UOW) PhD candidate Shegaw Zeleke has found a striking paradox: despite the disproportionate impact of stroke on CALD communities, stroke care guidelines worldwide lack cultural recommendations.
$1M initiative launched to boost support for persons with disabilities - Disability Insider (disabilityinsider.com)
Thirteen not-for-profit organisations will share in over $1 million through the 2024-25 Disability Advocacy Futures Program (DAFP) grants. The funding will help to build the capacity of the sector, extend support to people not covered by the NDIS, and empower persons with disabilities to participate more fully and confidently in community life.
Zambia strengthens disability inclusion with training in Mongu (disabilityinsider.com)
The Government of Zambia has concluded a two-day provincial-level sensitisation workshop in Mongu District, Western Province, reaffirming its commitment to advancing disability inclusion and strengthening inclusive governance at all levels.
Geister Remix (4 1/2 min) – Sproutflix (sproutflix.org)
South (12 1/2 min) – Sproutflix (sproutflix.org)
Patricia "Patty" Berne Celebration of Life | Words from Talila A. Lewis | 9 Aug. 2025 (talilalewis.com)
[Video description: Me, Talila A. Lewis, a dark brown-skinned Black young-looking almost-forty year old wearing a white linen loose-fitting stand collar button up shirt. I am wearing dangling...
In Remembrance of Patty Berne, January 21, 1967 – May 29, 2025 (disabilityvisibilityproject.com)
A friend sent me this photo of my comrade Patty Berne. I looked so different then without the tracheostomy and ventilator. In my memory Patty looks the same, just like in the photo. I had t…
The Late Patty Berne Was a Visionary Leader in the Disability Justice Movement (truthout.org)
As disabled people face brutal cuts to Medicaid, we must draw on Berne’s insight to link with other fights for freedom.
Informed Consent for COVID and Long COVID in the Arts for Intimacy Directors and Coordinators (IDC) (medium.com)
Informed Consent for COVID and Long COVID in the Arts for Intimacy Directors and Coordinators (IDC) Breath is touch. Information is consent. Consent means treating breath as contact. Informed consent …
Pregnancy and Chronic Inflammation: 4 women and their pregnancy journey. (inflammed.org)
A five-part mini-series to provide support to our community facing the pregnancy while having chronic conditions and/or disabilities.
Denying coverage with ai cmss new medicare model (cepr.net)
Los Angeles Mayor Bass signs accessibility commitment for LA28 Paralympics - Disability Insider (disabilityinsider.com)
Mayor Karen Bass signed the Games Host City Accessibility Commitment on Friday, reaffirming Los Angeles’ promise to deliver an inclusive and accessible Paralympic Games in 2028. Joined by IPC Chief Paralympic Games Officer Colleen Wrenn, LA28 CEO Reynold Hoover, Council member Imelda Padilla, and Paralympic athletes, the event highlighted the city’s dedication to a “Games For All” ahead of the ADA’s 35th anniversary.
In Her Own Words: Remembering and Honoring Stacey Park Milbern (aapd.com)
On August 13 at 6:00 EDT, the National Museum of American History will host an event celebrating the life and legacy of Stacey Park Milbern and unveiling the quarter created in Stacey’s honor. AAPD is proud to be a sponsoring partner of the event. This program will be livestreamed here or you can register for […]
Art/Access Lab: How to Sustain your Practice & Present New Work — HIGH CONCEPT LABS (highconceptlabs.org)
Art/Access Labs foster a vibrant disabled artist ecosystem through cross-discipline and cross-impairment professional development activities. Hybrid Event Attend in person or via Zoom
Dance through the Detroit Institute of Arts with Detroit Disability Power (secure.everyaction.com)
Join DanceAbility, a welcoming and vibrant space for disabled Detroiters, caregivers, allies, and anyone exploring their relationship to disability. Together, we'll move, groove, and connect in a way that celebrates our bodies and builds community – no dance experience needed! About once a year, we gather at Detroit's beautiful D.I.A. to have our unique movement inspired by the art around us. Jive and hustle across your favorite spaces inside and outside the D.I.A. as we embrace museums in a new way: for community, for art that generates art, and for disabled joy. Live music provided by local artists with incredible talent!
https://dcjournal.com/politicians-dont-understand-disability/?ref=disability-thinking-weekday.ghost.io (dcjournal.com)
The Architects Nobody Knows: Why Eliminating UCEDDs Is Like Building a City Without Plans (mindramps.substack.com)
How to guarantee we'll still be fighting the same disability rights battles in another 35 years
Wheelchair Friendly Inverness: A Guide to Accessible Travel in the Scottish Highlands (newsletter.tabifolk.com)
Inclusive Travel Tips for Scotland’s Highland Capital
Designing for Disability: Who do we think of? | A11y Yap Podcast by Laura Wissiak (a11ynews.substack.com)
Get your UX design process personas ready, because we are looking at stereotypes and data today!
Podcast with Gisele Marcus (axschat.com)
A native New Yorker raised in old Harlem, Gisele is a TEDx speaker on networking and relationship building. Gisele takes the fear out of networking and offers practical, easy to implement ideas to network your
10 Must-See Edinburgh Festival Fringe Shows Spotlighting Disability & Neurodiversity | Crip Life™ (criplife.co.uk)
Discover ten must-see Edinburgh Festival Fringe shows spotlighting disability and neurodiversity, blending honesty, humour, and originality in theatre, comedy, and dance.
Disney Aulani Resort character breakfast & resort review - Have Wheelchair Will Travel (havewheelchairwilltravel.net)
Disney Aulani Resort in Hawaii offers an excellent character dining breakfast and plenty of accessible facilities around the resort.
Kennedy’s Next Target: the Federal Vaccine Court (nytimes.com)
The system for compensating people injured by vaccines needs significant reform. But the health secretary could alter it in ways that ultimately reduce vaccine access for everyone.
Designing for Disability: Who do we think of? (a11ynews.substack.com)
Get your UX design process personas ready, we are looking at stereotypes and data!
Fitting in vs standing out as a disabled person - Life of a Blind Girl (lifeofablindgirl.com)
Growing up, I felt different. I was taught to be less disabled. But not anymore. My take on fitting in vs standing out as a disabled person.
[OhioDance Podcast] A State of Dance: Dance Revolutionary Mary Verdi Fletcher – Boss Lady of CLE – Dancing Wheels (dancingwheels.org)
Disability Studies Under Threat: A Call to Defend Critical and Emancipatory Scholarship (designforschung.org)
Disability Studies in Germany faces severe cuts and closures, threatening inclusion, critical research, and human rights. Urgent action needed.
Social Security announces a phone service fix after denying there was an issue (npr.org)
The Social Security Administration has conceded an issue with phone service, after denying it to NPR, and has announced a fix.
Patient Numbers at NIH Hospital Have Plummeted Under Trump, Jeopardizing Care - California Healthline (californiahealthline.org)
The renowned research hospital that cares for people with rare or life-threatening diseases has been pummeled by an employee exodus and the gutting of research, both driven by the Trump administration.
In Her Own Words: Remembering and Honoring Stacey Park Milbern - AAPD (aapd.com)
On August 13 at 6:00 EDT, the National Museum of American History will host an event celebrating the life and legacy of Stacey Park Milbern and unveiling the quarter created in Stacey’s honor. AAPD is proud to be a sponsoring partner of the event. This program will be livestreamed here or you can register for […]
Historic Change: Celebrate the Life and Legacy of Stacey Park Milbern (eventbrite.com)
Join us to celebrate the release of the new Stacey Park Milbern quarter with a special presentation, Korean fan dance, and panel discussion.
Staring and Why it Matters – Jeff Preston (jeffpreston.ca)
In lectures and motivational speeches, I'm often asked how I feel about staring. Here are some thoughts on what it means and how better to manage it
In Remembrance of Patty Berne, January 21, 1967 – May 29, 2025 (disabilityvisibilityproject.com)
A friend sent me this photo of my comrade Patty Berne. I looked so different then without the tracheostomy and ventilator. In my memory Patty looks the same, just like in the photo. I had t…
Jose Rosario, Cool Cat (meriahnichols.com)
Meet Jose Rosario, a brilliant, sparkling mental health therapist, activist, and all-around cool cat. Founder of The Phoenix Empowered, he’s weaving ancestral disability wisdom, intersectional care, and community power to uplift marginalized mental health. Get to know the world-changer behind the movement.
We Have Become Exhausted Slaves in a Culture of Positivity (thenextregeneration.wordpress.com)
We live in an era of exhaustion and fatigue, caused by an incessant compulsion to perform. This is one of the central tenets of the book “Müdigkeitsgesellschaft” (translatable as “…
What will it take to get more disabled characters, and actors, on the big screen? | CBC News (cbc.ca)
There were slightly more movie characters with disabilities on screen in 2024, according to a new report, but experts and advocates say that figure — and the quality of representation — are still sorely lacking.
The team behind "The Pitt" open up about how the current state of the world will impact Season 2.
Relay | Official Trailer | Bleecker Street (youtube.com)
Watch the Official Trailer for RelayComing Soon to Theaters --A broker of lucrative payoffs between corrupt corporations and the individuals who threaten the...
Meta presenta una pulsera para controlar dispositivos con gestos de la mano (nytimes.com)
Cuando escribes tu nombre en el aire, las letras aparecen en tu teléfono.
Positive Risk Taking - Presentation by Tegan - Jo Southall, Independent OT (jboccupationaltherapy.co.uk)
This video looks at positive risk taking in occupational therapy. It explores how we think about it in practice and why it plays such a key role in supporting people to live independently and meaningfully. If you haven’t come across this before, please take a look at this blog post first. I made this during…Continue reading Positive Risk Taking – Presentation by Tegan
Avoiding the word “help” · Eric Eggert (yatil.net)
I frequently see the word “help” used in accessibility, and I don’t like it. This is certainly a personal gripe, but I want to share my …
Inside the Movement: Six Months at ENIL - ENIL (enil.eu)
My time with ENIL has come to an end, and I can say, without a hint of exaggeration, that it has been a transformative ...
Modern Style Tips For Accessible Homes -The 'D' List New Things in Disability. | Blue Badge Style (bluebadgestyle.com)
Update 2025: Not much has changed since this was first written in 2018. However there is a new resource creating stylish accessible homes – Blue Badge Style Interior Design Service, Tailored Rooms Blue Label. we take a holistic approach to the home. This includes all areas, outside and inside, as well as those extras that make…
La enfermedad de mi madre y nuestras visitas al museo (nytimes.com)
Una afección del sistema inmunitario le quitó su independencia y nos enseñó a ambas a ver el arte de otra manera.
Gates Foundation gives billions for women’s health research (qz.com)
Bill Gates’ charity foundation is donating $2.5 billion to advance research in maternal, menstrual, and sexual health for women
‘Everyday, more rights are threatened’: New research reveals impact of funding cuts on feminist disability activists (alliancemagazine.org)
Recent research has revealed the impact of U.S. and global funding rollbacks for gender and disability work. The findings paint a bleak picture, not only for women with disabilities, but for democracy, human rights, and …
More Power to Disability Justice Activists and Organisations (add.org.uk)
Disability justice activists and organisations of persons with disabilities (OPDs) are leading real and lasting change while facing discrimination and exclusion. These OPD leaders are skilled and…
A promising path to breast cancer treatment just hit a political roadblock (19thnews.org)
The government’s cancellation of almost $500 million in contracts involving mRNA vaccines could halt progress on cancer research.
Scientists find link between genes and ME/chronic fatigue syndrome (theguardian.com)
Large study suggests people’s genetics could ‘tip the balance’ on whether they would develop the illness
Trump’s Attack on Data Has ‘Dangerous Trickle-Down Effect’ for America’s Most Vulnerable (talkingpointsmemo.com)
President Donald Trump is going after the census again. In a Thursday...
Bridgwater artist creates 'accessible' exhibition about nature (bbc.com)
Nathan Slate says he set up a nature exhibition in a shopping centre to make it more accessible.
Accessibility charity promotes England director to CEO - Charity Times (charitytimes.com)
Accessibility and passenger rights charity Bus Users UK has promoted its director for England Lydia Horbury to chief executive.
How Singapore is designing more accessible digital services (govinsider.asia)
GovTech Singapore has launched a new website with assessment tools for developers, that help to empower persons with disabilities to navigate the digital world independently and confidently.
Top 20 Disability Influencers in the US in 2025 - Favikon (favikon.com)
Meet the top 20 disability influencers in the US for 2025—creators sharing clear, engaging content on access, daily life, advocacy, and personal experiences.
World Wide Web Day 2025 (August 1): Theme, Celebration, Activities & More (currentaffairs.adda247.com)
Every year on August 1, the world observes World Wide Web Day to celebrate one of humanity’s greatest inventions — the World Wide Web (WWW). This day reminds us of how the web has revolutionized society, transforming the way we communicate, learn, work, and innovate. It also emphasizes the importance of building a digital future
Visit California Launches Accessibility Hub for Inclusive Tourism, ETTravelWorld (travel.economictimes.indiatimes.com)
Visit California has launched an Accessibility Hub to support travellers with disabilities in navigating the state’s diverse offerings. The platform includes tips, expert advice, and an original road trip series, Joy Diversion, hosted by disability advocate Sophie Morgan. The initiative supports the state’s inclusive travel goals ahead of global events such as the 2026 FIFA World Cup and 2028 Paralympic Games.
Developer proposes 280-unit Canton neighborhood with housing for people with disabilities (eu.hometownlife.com)
Canton Township officials say more review of traffic at Ford and Lotz roads is needed.
Orange County Partners with ‘Wheel the World’ to Promote Inclusive Travel - River Journal Online - News for Tarrytown, Sleepy Hollow, Irvington, Ossining, Briarcliff Manor, Croton-on-Hudson, Cortlandt and Peekskill (riverjournalonline.com)
Orange County’s attractions, craft beverage spots, and scenic landscapes draw visitors from across the region and beyond. Now, with a new partnership with Wheel the World, Orange County Tourism & […]
Govt says over 50,000 buses, 1,800 buildings made accessible under Sugamya Bharat Abhiyan - The Economic Times (economictimes.indiatimes.com)
The government of India has made strides in improving accessibility for persons with disabilities. Under the Accessible India Campaign, many public buildings were retrofitted. Thousands of buses were upgraded to meet accessibility standards. Railway stations saw improvements like ramps and accessible toilets. Websites were also made more accessible. Assistive devices are being distributed to those in need.
Zomato and Blinkit Host Accessibility Testing Conclave to Advance Inclusive Digital Platforms (thecsruniverse.com)
Oneida Governor’s Award nomination shines spotlight on trail accessibility project collaboration - Vilas County News-Review (vcnewsreview.com)
Oneida County’s tourism partners, local volunteers, snowmobile and ATV/UTV clubs and local agencies recently partnered in a project nominated for the Governor’s Tandem Award for …
This is a call for proposals to provide support in strengthening the integration of disability inclusion in WHO's humanitarian and health emergencies actions. The successful vendor applying to this call will work closely with the Humanitarian Department in the Division of Health Emergency Preparedness & Response, as well as the Disability team at WHO Headquarters.
July 2025 Accessibility Legal Update (convergeaccessibility.com)
For at least half of July, there were hardly any legal developments. This changed around the middle of the month as a few interesting web accessibility cases started popping up in my Lexis feed. Sticking with Unruh? Be Careful What…
The EU becomes more accessible for all - EU Reporter (eureporter.co)
The European accessibility act (EAA) ensures key products and services – such as phones, computers, TVs, banking and payment services, public transport, e-commerce platforms, and electronic communications – are accessible to persons with disabilities. Around 100 million people in the EU live with a disability.The EAA aims to reduce barriers they face daily and enable them to fully participate in society. Select products […]
EU Accessibility Act 2025: WCAG 2.1 AA Compliance or 4% Fines (webpronews.com)
The EU's Accessibility Act, effective June 28, 2025, mandates WCAG 2.1 AA compliance for digital products and services targeting EU consumers, with fines up to 4% of global turnover for non-compliance. Only 3.7% of businesses are ready, prompting audits and redesigns. Embracing accessibility fosters innovation and expands markets in an inclusive digital economy.
SEBI directs brokers, mutual funds to make digital platforms accessible for people with disabilities - CNBC TV18 (cnbctv18.com)
SEBI issued this new circular on July 31 to ensure that every investor, regardless of disability, can access digital services like KYC, e-KYC, trading platforms and investor documents without hurdles.
Disability and age discrimination case settled against Northern Ireland company for £100k | Irish Legal News (irishlegal.com)
A man who lost his job after suffering two strokes is to receive a £100,000 settlement after taking action with support from the Equality Commission for Northern Ireland. Clifford Donaldson accused his former employer, Fraser Partners Ltd, of disability and age discrimination. The case has bee
The European Accessibility Act: What Changes for Digital Accessibility - Centro di Ateneo per i Diritti Umani (unipd-centrodirittiumani.it)
The success of the web has significantly facilitated access to a wide range of information and services, reducing both the time and effort required to obtain them, as it eliminates...
Council website is more accessible than ever (north-ayrshire.gov.uk)
The Council has developed an accessibility tool on our public website that will enable everyone to access and customise the information they need.
Unavailable for legal reasons (advantagenews.com)
Accessibility of Victim Service Agencies’ Websites for Individuals With Disabilities | Request PDF (researchgate.net)
Request PDF | Accessibility of Victim Service Agencies’ Websites for Individuals With Disabilities | While victims may seek help from victim service agencies, it remains unclear how accessible these services are to persons with disabilities. The... | Find, read and cite all the research you need on ResearchGate
West Hartford camp offers competitive, inclusive environment for kids with disabilities (msn.com)
WEST HARTFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — The Ivan Lendl Adaptive Sports Camp at the University of Saint Joseph in West Hartford offers children and teens living with disabilities a space that’s both competitive and inclusive. From wheelchair races to adaptive tennis, the camp gives kids ages 3-16 the chance to try new sports and build confidence. But […]
Deer Hunting Made Accessible – DNR’s New Opportunities for Hunters with Disabilities | Seehafer News (seehafernews.com)
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources believes all Wisconsinites deserve to enjoy the state's natural ...
Enabled Talent Uses AI to Enhance Job Accessibility for Disabled Individuals - Startup Ecosystem Canada (startupecosystem.ca)
Enabled Talent, a Brampton, Ontario-based startup, is leveraging AI to create a more inclusive job market for disabled individuals. Co-founded by Amandipp Singh and Jeby James, the platform addresses significant...
Visually Impaired Audiences to Benefit from Major Accessibility Upgrade at Edinburgh Festival - ETNow.com (etnow.com)
A Path for All: Reeves-Reed Arboretum Moves Closer to Accessibility Milestone with Support from Local Foundations (newjerseystage.com)
(SUMMIT, NJ) -- Reeves-Reed Arboretum is proud to announce major progress on A Path for All, its transformational accessibility initiative designed to ensure that every visitor—regardless of mobility, sensory, or neurodivergent needs—can fully experience the serenity and beauty of the gardens and grounds.
Heretic + Hexen Accessibility Guide (slayersclub.bethesda.net)
Learn more about accessibility and quality of life features included in this release.
Windows 11 is getting a nifty accessibility change for the mouse that went MIA for over a year (tweaktown.com)
The crosshair for the mouse cursor was in testing last year, then it vanished - but Microsoft has returned it to the latest preview in the Canary channel.
Obituary: Marvel's Spider-Man 2 accessibility engineer Patrick "Thor" Gass has passed away (gamedeveloper.com)
Gass, a US Marines veteran, previously worked at Raven Software as a UI engineer on the Call of Duty series.
Why disability and veteran protections are once again in the spotlight (federalnewsnetwork.com)
"When the agency starts doing audits, it will be on a new footing and a new set of contractors, it appears," said Sheila Abron.
Accessibility standards dropped as requirement for receiving DOE funds | Building Design+Construction (bdcnetwork.com)
Energy efficiency projects won’t need to add handicapped accessibility features.
CitizenPortal.ai - Department of Justice Implements New ADA Web Accessibility Regulations by April 2026 (citizenportal.ai)
DOJ updates ADA regulations for web content to enhance accessibility for people with disabilities.
Report a web accessibility issue | Digital Accessibility (dap.berkeley.edu)
Reporting Accessibility Issues To report an accessibility barrier with UC Berkeley's online content, please complete the form, Report a web accessibility issue. This includes accessibility barriers on websites or BerkeleyX courses, captions on videos, and transcripts for podcasts. For more information on the kinds of content that are covered by this form, please review “What
August accessibility habit: Use descriptive links (ohio.edu)
The OHIO Digital Accessibility Network (OHIO-DAN) continues its 2025 series with a practical habit that benefits everyone: writing descriptive links.
CAREER Award Supports Accessible AI for All | College of Engineering (bu.edu)
Access denied - Inside Iowa State (inside.iastate.edu)
How far have we come in the 35 years since the Americans with Disabilities Act became law (federalnewsnetwork.com)
"For individuals with disabilities, it was very much a game changer," said Gary Gilbert.
July 2025 Accessibility Legal Update (convergeaccessibility.com)
For at least half of July, there were hardly any legal developments. This changed around the middle of the month as a few interesting web accessibility cases started popping up in my Lexis feed. Sticking with Unruh? Be Careful What…
The EU becomes more accessible for all - EU Reporter (eureporter.co)
The European accessibility act (EAA) ensures key products and services – such as phones, computers, TVs, banking and payment services, public transport, e-commerce platforms, and electronic communications – are accessible to persons with disabilities. Around 100 million people in the EU live with a disability.The EAA aims to reduce barriers they face daily and enable them to fully participate in society. Select products […]
EU Accessibility Act 2025: WCAG 2.1 AA Compliance or 4% Fines (webpronews.com)
The EU's Accessibility Act, effective June 28, 2025, mandates WCAG 2.1 AA compliance for digital products and services targeting EU consumers, with fines up to 4% of global turnover for non-compliance. Only 3.7% of businesses are ready, prompting audits and redesigns. Embracing accessibility fosters innovation and expands markets in an inclusive digital economy.
SEBI directs brokers, mutual funds to make digital platforms accessible for people with disabilities - CNBC TV18 (cnbctv18.com)
SEBI issued this new circular on July 31 to ensure that every investor, regardless of disability, can access digital services like KYC, e-KYC, trading platforms and investor documents without hurdles.
Disability and age discrimination case settled against Northern Ireland company for £100k | Irish Legal News (irishlegal.com)
A man who lost his job after suffering two strokes is to receive a £100,000 settlement after taking action with support from the Equality Commission for Northern Ireland. Clifford Donaldson accused his former employer, Fraser Partners Ltd, of disability and age discrimination. The case has bee
The European Accessibility Act: What Changes for Digital Accessibility - Centro di Ateneo per i Diritti Umani (unipd-centrodirittiumani.it)
The success of the web has significantly facilitated access to a wide range of information and services, reducing both the time and effort required to obtain them, as it eliminates...
Council website is more accessible than ever (north-ayrshire.gov.uk)
The Council has developed an accessibility tool on our public website that will enable everyone to access and customise the information they need.
Unavailable for legal reasons (advantagenews.com)
Virginia Tech researchers develop assistive robot aimed at helping people with disabilities (msn.com)
Virginia Tech researchers are building robots that don’t just work, they adapt.
Miami Dade College leads global accessibility conversation at Ability Innovations Workshop - Refresh Miami (refreshmiami.com)
By Johannes Quiles and Lucy Moscoso
The New Accessibility in Higher Education: Disrupting the System for an Inclusive Future | Oxford Academic (academic.oup.com)
Abstract. The commitment to accessibility is a driving force for creating and adopting practices that remove barriers and foster inclusive participation wi
Frontiers | Beyond the Microscope: Integrating Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility Principles in Immunology Education through the IDE-A Rubric (frontiersin.org)
Textbooks are essential resources for developing immunological literacy. This article emphasizes expanding educational focus beyond traditional technical con...
The EU becomes more accessible for all - EU Reporter (eureporter.co)
The European accessibility act (EAA) ensures key products and services – such as phones, computers, TVs, banking and payment services, public transport, e-commerce platforms, and electronic communications – are accessible to persons with disabilities. Around 100 million people in the EU live with a disability.The EAA aims to reduce barriers they face daily and enable them to fully participate in society. Select products […]
AI and Accessibility - Lucy Greco - YouTube (youtube.com)
In this talk, Lucy will explore some of the major accessibility problems with current AI tools. She will also give an overview of how AI can be more inclusiv...
USD Professors Receive Grant to Create Guidelines for Producing Ethical AI Tools for the Disability Community - University of San Diego (sandiego.edu)
Three University of San Diego faculty members from the College of Arts and Sciences have been awarded a National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) grant to support their research in applying artificial intelligence as a practical tool for individuals with disabilities. Assistant Professors of Philosophy Darby Vickers, PhD, Jennifer Tillman, PhD, and Assistant Professor of Communication Sophia Baik, PhD, along with Associate Provost for Academic Strategy and Growth, Austin Choi-Fitzpatrick, PhD, will receive $50,000 from the agency with additional funding from USD’s Humanities Center to support their research. Beginning in October, the study will ultimately culminate in a variety of academic articles and a white paper outlining the guidelines and best practices for tech startups and policy makers to follow when creating AI tools for the disability community.
July 2025 Accessibility Legal Update (convergeaccessibility.com)
For at least half of July, there were hardly any legal developments. This changed around the middle of the month as a few interesting web accessibility cases started popping up in my Lexis feed. Sticking with Unruh? Be Careful What…
A11y 101: 2.4.1 Bypass Blocks – Nat Tarnoff (tarnoff.info)
You’ve most likely heard the term “skip link.” The standard take on the skip link is we include a visually-hidden link at the top of the page. When it receives focus, it becomes v…
EU Accessibility Act 2025: WCAG 2.1 AA Compliance or 4% Fines (webpronews.com)
The EU's Accessibility Act, effective June 28, 2025, mandates WCAG 2.1 AA compliance for digital products and services targeting EU consumers, with fines up to 4% of global turnover for non-compliance. Only 3.7% of businesses are ready, prompting audits and redesigns. Embracing accessibility fosters innovation and expands markets in an inclusive digital economy.
What’s It Like to Date While Disabled? | Cup of Jo (cupofjo.com)
I always call my childhood best friend after a date. Here's why...
Testing Methods: Contrast (Minimum) - Dennis Deacon (dennisdeacon.com)
Testing WCAG 1.4.3 ensures text and images of text have a minimum 4.5:1 contrast ratio against their background.
(100) The Rising Cost of Access — and Who Pays for It (sarasminkara.substack.com)
As tariffs and inflation drive up the cost of assistive tech and medical equipment, the burden isn’t disability — it’s navigating a system that was never designed to support us.
SEBI directs brokers, mutual funds to make digital platforms accessible for people with disabilities - CNBC TV18 (cnbctv18.com)
SEBI issued this new circular on July 31 to ensure that every investor, regardless of disability, can access digital services like KYC, e-KYC, trading platforms and investor documents without hurdles.
What the EU Accessibility Act means for SMEs | ThinkBusiness (thinkbusiness.ie)
Barry Walsh looks at how the new European Accessibility Act will impact SME businesses and gathers top tips for making digital products more accessible. June 28th saw the implementation of The European Accessibility Act. This groundbreaking act is an EU directive that unites accessibility requirements for a wide range of…
Designing for Intelligence, Efficiency, and Accessibility | HackerNoon (hackernoon.com)
AI is transforming UX into a smarter, faster, and more inclusive experience. Discover how design evolves when machines learn from humans.
Disability and age discrimination case settled against Northern Ireland company for £100k | Irish Legal News (irishlegal.com)
A man who lost his job after suffering two strokes is to receive a £100,000 settlement after taking action with support from the Equality Commission for Northern Ireland. Clifford Donaldson accused his former employer, Fraser Partners Ltd, of disability and age discrimination. The case has bee
SEO Accessibility: Make Your Site Searchable for All (searchengineland.com)
Great SEO starts with access for everyone. Learn how to optimize your site for users with disabilities while boosting rankings, UX, and compliance.
Hoteliers must expand their thinking about accessibility (boutiquehotelier.com)
The importance of creating accommodation spaces that are truly inclusive - not just compliant
The European Accessibility Act: What Changes for Digital Accessibility - Centro di Ateneo per i Diritti Umani (unipd-centrodirittiumani.it)
The success of the web has significantly facilitated access to a wide range of information and services, reducing both the time and effort required to obtain them, as it eliminates...
Educator Voice: How to build a culture of STEM learning in your classroom | PBS NewsHour Classroom (pbs.org)
Hear from Chris Woods on the importance of STEM learning and how educators can build a strong STEM culture in their classroom
Advancing Accessibility Together: A Step Forward in Inclusive Design (about.starbucks.com)
At Starbucks, we’re proud to be at the forefront of inclusive design in the retail industry.
Council website is more accessible than ever (north-ayrshire.gov.uk)
The Council has developed an accessibility tool on our public website that will enable everyone to access and customise the information they need.
Hidden Barriers People with Disabilities Face in the Hiring Process - ClearanceJobs (news.clearancejobs.com)
Let’s look at what it’s like to navigate the hiring process with a disability, starting from the job application to the final interview.
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Access matters – supporting veterans and their assistance dogs | Department of Veterans' Affairs (dva.gov.au)
This International Assistance Dog Week (3-9 August) we are reminding business operators across the country of the importance of providing access to veterans accompanied by their trained and accredited assistance dogs.
What does accessibility mean? A lookback at MoodleMoot talks (moodle.com)
What if designing for the margins helped everyone learn better? See how MoodleMoot speakers are rethinking accessibility.
Accessibility charity promotes England director to CEO - Charity Times (charitytimes.com)
Accessibility and passenger rights charity Bus Users UK has promoted its director for England Lydia Horbury to chief executive.
Nur einen Moment… (researchgate.net)
Request PDF | Wheelchair accessibility to public facilities via transits and analysis of delay factors—A case study of Shanghai, China | The pursuit of egalitarian and sustainable communities represents a collective aspiration and aligns with the United Nations’ Sustainable... | Find, read and cite all the research you need on ResearchGate
Orange County Partners with ‘Wheel the World’ to Promote Inclusive Travel - River Journal Online - News for Tarrytown, Sleepy Hollow, Irvington, Ossining, Briarcliff Manor, Croton-on-Hudson, Cortlandt and Peekskill (riverjournalonline.com)
Orange County’s attractions, craft beverage spots, and scenic landscapes draw visitors from across the region and beyond. Now, with a new partnership with Wheel the World, Orange County Tourism & […]
‘More than two million Ghanaians have varying degrees of disability’ (msn.com)
By Eunice Hilda A. MensahAccra, Aug. 6, GNA – More than two million Ghanaians, aged five years and above, have varying degrees of difficulty in performing daily activities, Professor Samuel K. Hayford of the University of Education, Winneba, has disclosed.He said the figure, pegged at 2,098,138, represented a higher prevalence among females (8.8 per cent) compared to males (6.7 per cent), according to data from the Ghana Statistical Service...
Designing for Intelligence, Efficiency, and Accessibility | HackerNoon (hackernoon.com)
AI is transforming UX into a smarter, faster, and more inclusive experience. Discover how design evolves when machines learn from humans.
What are the social and medical models of disability, and how do they differ? - ABC News (abc.net.au)
The way many people view disability forces those living with it to work within the limitations of a world not designed for them. Could a shift in mindset help move the dial on inclusion?
Visit California Launches Accessibility Hub for Inclusive Tourism, ETTravelWorld (travel.economictimes.indiatimes.com)
Visit California has launched an Accessibility Hub to support travellers with disabilities in navigating the state’s diverse offerings. The platform includes tips, expert advice, and an original road trip series, Joy Diversion, hosted by disability advocate Sophie Morgan. The initiative supports the state’s inclusive travel goals ahead of global events such as the 2026 FIFA World Cup and 2028 Paralympic Games.
Disability and age discrimination case settled against Northern Ireland company for £100k | Irish Legal News (irishlegal.com)
A man who lost his job after suffering two strokes is to receive a £100,000 settlement after taking action with support from the Equality Commission for Northern Ireland. Clifford Donaldson accused his former employer, Fraser Partners Ltd, of disability and age discrimination. The case has bee
SEO Accessibility: Make Your Site Searchable for All (searchengineland.com)
Great SEO starts with access for everyone. Learn how to optimize your site for users with disabilities while boosting rankings, UX, and compliance.
Freedomwheels: 'Lifeline' disability transport service could close (bbc.com)
Freedomwheels provides help to people who are disabled or living with mobility problems.
Govt says over 50,000 buses, 1,800 buildings made accessible under Sugamya Bharat Abhiyan - The Economic Times (economictimes.indiatimes.com)
The government of India has made strides in improving accessibility for persons with disabilities. Under the Accessible India Campaign, many public buildings were retrofitted. Thousands of buses were upgraded to meet accessibility standards. Railway stations saw improvements like ramps and accessible toilets. Websites were also made more accessible. Assistive devices are being distributed to those in need.
Ministers eye improvements to transport accessibility - The Royal Gazette | Bermuda News, Business, Sports, Events, & Community | (royalgazette.com)
“Decisive” action will be taken by the Government to address concerns about transportation raised by people with disabilities, the transport minister insisted. Owen Darrell said he recently had talks...
Hoteliers must expand their thinking about accessibility (boutiquehotelier.com)
The importance of creating accommodation spaces that are truly inclusive - not just compliant
The European Accessibility Act: What Changes for Digital Accessibility - Centro di Ateneo per i Diritti Umani (unipd-centrodirittiumani.it)
The success of the web has significantly facilitated access to a wide range of information and services, reducing both the time and effort required to obtain them, as it eliminates...
Educator Voice: How to build a culture of STEM learning in your classroom | PBS NewsHour Classroom (pbs.org)
Hear from Chris Woods on the importance of STEM learning and how educators can build a strong STEM culture in their classroom
Disability discrimination commissioner calls on Queensland to scrap plan for new special schools - ABC News (abc.net.au)
Australia's disability discrimination commissioner wants Queensland to scrap plans to build more special schools amid state plans to build more.
Oneida Governor’s Award nomination shines spotlight on trail accessibility project collaboration - Vilas County News-Review (vcnewsreview.com)
Oneida County’s tourism partners, local volunteers, snowmobile and ATV/UTV clubs and local agencies recently partnered in a project nominated for the Governor’s Tandem Award for …
Advancing Accessibility Together: A Step Forward in Inclusive Design (about.starbucks.com)
At Starbucks, we’re proud to be at the forefront of inclusive design in the retail industry.
Council website is more accessible than ever (north-ayrshire.gov.uk)
The Council has developed an accessibility tool on our public website that will enable everyone to access and customise the information they need.
Hidden Barriers People with Disabilities Face in the Hiring Process - ClearanceJobs (news.clearancejobs.com)
Let’s look at what it’s like to navigate the hiring process with a disability, starting from the job application to the final interview.
WCAG vs EAA: Understanding where WCAG stops and where the EAA starts (getstark.co)
Many teams believe that meeting WCAG standards means their digital products are compliant with the European Accessibility Act (EAA). Using a clear comparison grounded in EN 301 549 and EN 17161, we extensively detail what’s in and out of scope—and why organizations need to operationalize accessibility like they do privacy and security.
Unavailable for legal reasons (advantagenews.com)
Accessibility Quick Start: High Impact Practices for Non-Frontend Devs | HackerNoon (hackernoon.com)
Practical, high-impact strategies to help app developers who don't specialize in front end improve accessibility.
(100) The Rising Cost of Access — and Who Pays for It (sarasminkara.substack.com)
As tariffs and inflation drive up the cost of assistive tech and medical equipment, the burden isn’t disability — it’s navigating a system that was never designed to support us.
SEBI directs brokers, mutual funds to make digital platforms accessible for people with disabilities - CNBC TV18 (cnbctv18.com)
SEBI issued this new circular on July 31 to ensure that every investor, regardless of disability, can access digital services like KYC, e-KYC, trading platforms and investor documents without hurdles.
What the EU Accessibility Act means for SMEs | ThinkBusiness (thinkbusiness.ie)
Barry Walsh looks at how the new European Accessibility Act will impact SME businesses and gathers top tips for making digital products more accessible. June 28th saw the implementation of The European Accessibility Act. This groundbreaking act is an EU directive that unites accessibility requirements for a wide range of…
PACE Riders with disabilities face increased costs and drastic cuts to paratransit rides from RTA (wgntv.com)
The RTA’s ADA Paratransit Action Plan could increase the cost of trips and heavily limit the number of rides per month for riders with disabilities, potentially leaving them stranded with no way to get home.
The Obama Presidential Center’s Commitment to Accessibility | The Obama Foundation (obama.org)
Explore the Obama Presidential Center’s inclusive design plans
Governor Shapiro Touts Workforce Inclusion Program for Students With Disabilities - MyChesCo (mychesco.com)
LANCASTER COUNTY, PA — Governor Josh Shapiro and Labor & Industry Secretary Nancy A. Walker visited Lancaster County on Tuesday to spotlight the MY Work summer employment program, which is …
Chequamegon Archery Club’s accessibility project nears completion | Local | apg-wi.com (apg-wi.com)
These Windows Accessibility Shortcuts Unlock New Options for Everyone (makeuseof.com)
Your PC has secret features you’ve probably never tried.
Designing for Intelligence, Efficiency, and Accessibility | HackerNoon (hackernoon.com)
AI is transforming UX into a smarter, faster, and more inclusive experience. Discover how design evolves when machines learn from humans.
Disability and age discrimination case settled against Northern Ireland company for £100k | Irish Legal News (irishlegal.com)
A man who lost his job after suffering two strokes is to receive a £100,000 settlement after taking action with support from the Equality Commission for Northern Ireland. Clifford Donaldson accused his former employer, Fraser Partners Ltd, of disability and age discrimination. The case has bee
SEO Accessibility: Make Your Site Searchable for All (searchengineland.com)
Great SEO starts with access for everyone. Learn how to optimize your site for users with disabilities while boosting rankings, UX, and compliance.
She led TDF’s accessibility department for 42 years — what’s next for Lisa Carling and the programs she founded (broadwaynews.com)
The longtime director of the nonprofit’s accessibility programs retired on June 30.
Enabled Talent Uses AI to Enhance Job Accessibility for Disabled Individuals - Startup Ecosystem Canada (startupecosystem.ca)
Enabled Talent, a Brampton, Ontario-based startup, is leveraging AI to create a more inclusive job market for disabled individuals. Co-founded by Amandipp Singh and Jeby James, the platform addresses significant...
Thrones for everyone: What makes a restroom available, accessible, and usable? – Greater Greater Washington (ggwash.org)
When discussing restroom access, we must consider availability, accessibility, and usability.
LISD’s first DeafBlind graduate earns scholarship to fight for disability rights (msn.com)
Andrea Hernandez doesn’t let her ambition be defined by any label. The Cigarroa High School graduate, who is visually impaired and hard of hearing, recently won a $10,000 scholarship and plans to become a disability rights lawyer — advocating for equal access and returning to communities like Laredo to raise awareness. Navigating the classroom could be challenging at times. Her condition — congenital optic atrophy and mild hearing loss — runs in...
West Hartford camp offers competitive, inclusive environment for kids with disabilities (msn.com)
WEST HARTFORD, Conn. (WTNH) — The Ivan Lendl Adaptive Sports Camp at the University of Saint Joseph in West Hartford offers children and teens living with disabilities a space that’s both competitive and inclusive. From wheelchair races to adaptive tennis, the camp gives kids ages 3-16 the chance to try new sports and build confidence. But […]
Hoteliers must expand their thinking about accessibility (boutiquehotelier.com)
The importance of creating accommodation spaces that are truly inclusive - not just compliant
The European Accessibility Act: What Changes for Digital Accessibility - Centro di Ateneo per i Diritti Umani (unipd-centrodirittiumani.it)
The success of the web has significantly facilitated access to a wide range of information and services, reducing both the time and effort required to obtain them, as it eliminates...
Educator Voice: How to build a culture of STEM learning in your classroom | PBS NewsHour Classroom (pbs.org)
Hear from Chris Woods on the importance of STEM learning and how educators can build a strong STEM culture in their classroom
Advancing Accessibility Together: A Step Forward in Inclusive Design (about.starbucks.com)
At Starbucks, we’re proud to be at the forefront of inclusive design in the retail industry.
Council website is more accessible than ever (north-ayrshire.gov.uk)
The Council has developed an accessibility tool on our public website that will enable everyone to access and customise the information they need.
Hidden Barriers People with Disabilities Face in the Hiring Process - ClearanceJobs (news.clearancejobs.com)
Let’s look at what it’s like to navigate the hiring process with a disability, starting from the job application to the final interview.
WCAG vs EAA: Understanding where WCAG stops and where the EAA starts (getstark.co)
Many teams believe that meeting WCAG standards means their digital products are compliant with the European Accessibility Act (EAA). Using a clear comparison grounded in EN 301 549 and EN 17161, we extensively detail what’s in and out of scope—and why organizations need to operationalize accessibility like they do privacy and security.
Unavailable for legal reasons (advantagenews.com)
Accessibility Quick Start: High Impact Practices for Non-Frontend Devs | HackerNoon (hackernoon.com)
Practical, high-impact strategies to help app developers who don't specialize in front end improve accessibility.
Accessibility Quick Start: High Impact Practices for Non-Frontend Devs | HackerNoon (hackernoon.com)
Practical, high-impact strategies to help app developers who don't specialize in front end improve accessibility.
Changemaker: Documentary Short Film by Marisa Hamamoto (youtube.com)
ABOUT MARISA HAMAMOTO:Marisa Hamamoto is the first professional dancer named People Magazine “Women Changing the World.” A leading authority on disability in...
(100) The Rising Cost of Access — and Who Pays for It (sarasminkara.substack.com)
As tariffs and inflation drive up the cost of assistive tech and medical equipment, the burden isn’t disability — it’s navigating a system that was never designed to support us.
(100) Apply to #StoryLab, a mentorship for early-career journalists with disabilities (reframingdisability.substack.com)
Plus: The Nigerian journalists trying to change an ableist media landscape
A voice that must be heard: Alanis shows why the Sign Language Bill can’t wait (msn.com)
Anne Hailes column on why the Sign Language Bill can’t wait
Book - Crip Wisdoms: A Feminist Disability Coloring Book (clovernookprints.org)
NDRN’s Social Media Community Policy - NDRN (ndrn.org)
NDRN aims to foster a civil and productive social media community. These guidelines were created to help provide a comfortable and helpful experience for those who interact with our posts.
Cosmetic Surgeries Led to Disfiguring Injuries, Patients Allege - California Healthline (californiahealthline.org)
A joint investigation by KFF Health News and NBC News found that cosmetic surgery chains have been the target of scores of medical malpractice and negligence lawsuits, including 12 wrongful death cases.
Georgia State University hosted the AUCD Leadership Academy, a week-long event for current and future leaders in the disability community.
Trump DOL Rule Would Strip Home Care Workers of Wage Protections – CEPR (cepr.net)
STATE OF THE NATION. - YouTube (youtube.com)
#news #signlanguage #breakfastshow #stateofthenation
BARBARA (18 - 40) African-American Supporting Role | abilityE (abilitye.com)
BARBARA (18 - 40), African-American A vibrant and dynamic young woman living with Down Syndrome. Smart, witty, and full of spunk, she radiates warmth and self-confidence. She recently lost her father and now lives with her older brother, Ron, a Vietnam veteran whom she deeply adores. Despite her resilient spirit…
Happy 60th Birthday, Medicare - Starkloff Disability Institute (starkloff.org)
By Steve Foelsch, Disability Policy Advisor Sixty years ago, on July 30, 1965, President Lyndon B. Johnson signed Medicare into law, launching one of the most transformative programs in American history. Born from the ashes of President Harry Truman’s unsuccessful attempt to implement a national healthcare system in the late 1940s, Medicare has
Company builds network for deaf, blind residents who need alerts when natural disasters strike | Texas Standard (texasstandard.org)
Deaf Link provides this service for San Antonio, Fort Worth, Dallas and Austin. It also helps people in Travis, Killeen, Harris and Fort Bend counties.
Strokes: Survivors urged to take part in new Queens University video game study (bbc.com)
The new study will ask stroke survivors to wear a simple headset, which reads brain activity.
How federal budget cuts could impact people with disabilities - CBS Minnesota (cbsnews.com)
There's a large chance you or someone you know has some sort of disability. A federal funding cut puts a program aimed at supporting people with disabilities in jeopardy. Dr. Amy Hewitt, the director of the U of M's Institute on Community Integration and a professor in educational psychology, joins WCCO's Esme Murphy about her concerns.
The Problem with Gavin Newsom's CARE Courts - Disabled Journalists Association (discojourno.com)
The Democratic governor has championed a system to address mental health and homelessness but Disabled Californians fear it could return us to the dark days of widespread institutionalization
Down syndrome Transition (downsyndrometransition.com)
Bill Gates: Rising anti-vaccine sentiment in U.S. will exact heavy toll overseas (statnews.com)
‘Rich country skepticism’ could put measles eradication out of reach, the philanthropist suggested at a STAT event.
Meet Blackjack: the mechanical horse making horsemanship more accessible (kxlf.com)
Eagle Mount in Bozeman has introduced Blackjack, Montana's first Racewood Desage mechanical horse, to enhance its horsemanship program for individuals with disabilities.
Medical Aid in Dying Act endangers people with disabilities (timesunion.com)
Commentary: The legislation contains inadequate safeguards, and Gov. Hochul should not sign it.
Disability | USC Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism (annenberg.usc.edu)
The Annenberg Inclusion Initiative began assessing the depictions of characters with disabilities in the 100 top-grossing films of 2015. Only 2.4% of all speaking characters were shown with a
PropsNoMore.org Launches to Promote Authentic Disability Representation (prnewswire.com)
/PRNewswire/ -- The Global Alliance for Disability in Media and Entertainment (GADIM) is proud to launch its newest project, PropsNoMore.org. Focusing on...
Caregiving parents fear for disabled kids' lives under Medicaid cuts (eu.usatoday.com)
"If we get to a place where we're no longer eligible, I can start a timer on how much longer Emma will be alive," Stacy Staggs said.
SXSW PanelPicker® Community Voting (participate.sxsw.com)
PanelPicker® is the official SXSW user-generated session proposal platform. Enter ideas and vote to help shape Conference programming for SXSW and SXSW EDU.
The 53 Best Sexy Movies of the 21st Century (indiewire.com)
From 'Zola' to 'Magic Mike' to 'Spring Breakers' to 'Casino Royale,' here are the best sexy, steamy, and daring films of the 21st century.
RFK Jr. Cancels $500 Million In Funding For mRNA Vaccine Research (forbes.com)
The health secretary, who is a known vaccine skeptic, claimed that mRNA vaccines “fail to protect effectively against upper respiratory infections like COVID and flu.”
DisabilityTech: Innovation for an Accessible Future | Museum of Science (mos.org)
Explore how innovators are transforming accessibility through technology. Join us for a panel and expo highlighting DisabilityTech leaders shaping an inclusive, accessible future.
Nancy Pickett - Disability Belongs™ (disabilitybelongs.org)
Nancy Pickett is a Fellow in the Unscripted Intensive of the Disability Belongs™ Entertainment Lab for 2025.
Tameka Citchen-Spruce - Disability Belongs™ (disabilitybelongs.org)
Tameka Citchen-Spruce is a Fellow in the Unscripted Intensive of the Disability Belongs™ Entertainment Lab for 2025.
Marsha Hallager - Disability Belongs™ (disabilitybelongs.org)
Marsha Hallager is a Fellow in the Unscripted Intensive of the Disability Belongs™ Entertainment Lab for 2025.
Karla M. Rodriguez - Disability Belongs™ (disabilitybelongs.org)
Karla M. Rodriguez is a Fellow in the Unscripted Intensive of the Disability Belongs™ Entertainment Lab for 2025.
Charo Mato - Disability Belongs™ (disabilitybelongs.org)
Charo Mato is a Fellow in the Unscripted Intensive of the Disability Belongs™ Entertainment Lab for 2025.
CUDDLES PUZZLES™ Communication Aid: Helping Non-Verbals Express And Manage Emotions | Crip Life™ (criplife.co.uk)
CUDDLES PUZZLES™ communication aid helps non-verbal people express emotions through lights, sounds & cards. Fun, sensory-friendly & easy to use.
Life After Trauma & Amputation: Support, Healing, and Help - Finding your Feet (findingyourfeet.net)
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It’s Okay to Be Sad! - Finding your Feet (findingyourfeet.net)
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What Is Mamdani’s Vision for New York City’s $40 Billion School System? - The New York Times (nytimes.com)
Zohran Mamdani has not released a detailed plan for public education, but his biggest proposal centers on weakening mayoral control and giving power to teachers and parents.
Euan's Guide | World Short Hole Golf Pairs Championshio (euansguide.com)
Undergraduate Education Initiatives | Food studies class spurs discussions on consumerism, sustainability, ancient cultures and more (uei.ucla.edu)
Style Isn’t a Luxury – It’s a Right | Blue Badge Style (bluebadgestyle.com)
Style Isn’t a Luxury – It’s a Right Let’s be honest: accessibility often gets treated like an afterthought. You’ve probably experienced it too — that moment when you’re told something is “technically accessible” only to arrive and find a single steep ramp around the back, next to the bins. Cheers for the hospitality. But here’s…
(100) The Rising Cost of Access — and Who Pays for It (sarasminkara.substack.com)
As tariffs and inflation drive up the cost of assistive tech and medical equipment, the burden isn’t disability — it’s navigating a system that was never designed to support us.
Your Right to Access: What You Need to Know as an Immigrant With a Disability (mailchi.mp)
What is Functional vs Inclusive Accessibility? (sociability.app)
Just because a place is accessible doesn't mean it's inclusive! While a place might be functionally accessible, it can still make disabled people feel excluded or unwelcome - like their needs are an afterthought. Our blog breaks down how you can take your business from functional to inclusive accessibility!
How to be an ally beyond Disability Pride Month (sociability.app)
Sociability helps disabled people find accessible places and peace of mind. Join the Sociability community to learn more about disability knowledge and allyship.
(100) LAST CHANCE To Respond To TfL Consultation On Proposed Changes To London Congestion Charge #AD | Crip Life™ (criplife.substack.com)
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(100) Disability Media Dispatch: Medical Drama on TV, Political Drama in the World (emilyladau.substack.com)
Thoughts on authentic disability representation in The Pitt, plus a round-up of disability-related reads from throughout Disability Pride Month.
Why the “Disability in Film” Showcase on Turner Classic Movies Matters | ReelAbilities Film Festival (reelabilities.org)
ReelAbilities on TCM
Coventry city centre transformed into AR art display (bbc.com)
The display in Coventry is the work of disabled and neurodivergent artists.
Why I’m Writing Pure HTML & CSS in 2025 (joeldare.com)
Home | Web Accessibility Initiative (WAI) | W3C (w3.org)
Accessibility resources free online from the international standards organization: W3C Web Accessibility Initiative (WAI).
Curriculum Repository – Teach Access (teachaccess.org)
US DIS NJD 2 25cv12214 d7473934e270 COMPLAINT against PEARSON EDUCATION INC with JURY | DocumentCloud (documentcloud.org)
Be a Digital Ally: European Accessibility Act is Here – What Next? – Knowbility (knowbility.org)
Be a Digital Ally, July 2025: European Accessibility Act is Here
The Department of Justice published a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) on July 20, 2023 explaining how we propose updating the regulations for Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to add more specific requirements about web and mobile application accessibility. This fact sheet gives a plain language summary of the technical standards that state and local governments would have to follow to meet their existing obligations under Title II of the ADA.
Contact Us – Knowbility (knowbility.org)
Questions about digital accessibility? Reach out to us at +1 (512) 527-3138 or use our contact form to send us a message.
(100) Who could we be if we weren't braced for ableism? (lucywebster.substack.com)
Hello, I spent two hours on zoom with my friend Rebekah Taussig the other day.
On Caring Deeply in an Uncaring World (emilyladau.substack.com)
A vulnerable conversation on empathy.
I used to think I knew what aging looked like. I studied it. (linkedin.com)
Understanding the Lived Experiences of Persons with Disabilities in Nine Countries (eBook, PDF) (buecher.de)
Over the last three decades, a number of reforms have taken place in European social policy with an impact on the opportunities for persons with disabilities to be full and active members of society.
Holiday in the beautiful Algarve with Able to Holiday (ablemagazine.co.uk)
Able to Holiday are happy to say that they still have limited summer availability for disabled tourists in their accessible apartments in the Algarve, Portugal. Also, The Algarve makes for a…
The Ambassador Talks – Asma Nafees – Amo Raju (amoraju.com)
We chat to Joe Tracini, Juliette Burton and Harriet Dyer
My Disability Was Used as a Synonym for an ‘Undesirable’ Characteristic. Will You Join Me in Obliterating This Logic? (disabilityvisibilityproject.com)
My Disability Was Used as a Synonym for an ‘Undesirable’ Characteristic. Will You Join Me in Obliterating This Logic? Margaret Anne Mary Moore Content warning: The R word, ableist slur …
A Day in the Life: Father Cesar Galan (newmobility.com)
Father Cesar Galan is a beloved and popular member of the staff at St. Francis Medical Center in Lynwood, California, where he serves as the hospital’s chaplain. As he wheels through the halls…
Please Remain Seated: Solidarity (newmobility.com)
Psychotherapy for low back pain remains effective for 3 years, finds trial (disabilityinsider.com)
A type of psychotherapy called cognitive functional therapy (CFT) [1] is the first treatment for chronic disabling low back pain with good evidence that it can effectively reduce disability due to the pain for more than a year, finds a randomised controlled trial (RCT) published in The Lancet Rheumatology journal.
Minns govt to expand wheelchair-accessible taxis (disabilityinsider.com)
The $2,500 grant for eligible Wheelchair Accessible Taxi vehicle owners is part of a $15 million emergency package announced late last year and it is intended to address the shortage of Wheelchair Accessible Taxis in NSW.
King’s steps up efforts to make museums more inclusive (disabilityinsider.com)
King’s Business School’s Dr Katharina C. Husemann will lead the next phase of a ground-breaking research project that’s reshaping how museums approach accessibility and inclusion for blind and partially sighted (BPS) visitors.
Engineer turns education into action, advocates for accessibility (disabilityinsider.com)
Among the more than 3000 QUT students graduating last week was Santiago Velasquez Hurtado who graduated with a Bachelor of Electrical Engineering (Honours) and his beloved guide dogs, Lockie (retired) and Trey, at his side.
How Much Are Care Home Fees? | Disability Horizons (disabilityhorizons.com)
Learn what care homes cost in the UK, who pays, what help is available, and how to reduce fees through planning, benefits, and negotiation.
The all-new Catch the Bus Month Partner Pack for September 2025 is... (bususers.org)
Our all-new digital campaign toolkit for Catch the Bus Month 2025 is now live and ready-to-download. Catch the Bus Month runs throughout September and brings together all those involved in...
Why ABA Billing Delays Are Quietly Stalling Autism Therapy — and How Clinics Are Fixing It | Disability Horizons (disabilityhorizons.com)
Billing delays can slow autism therapy for weeks. Learn how better communication, expectation setting, technology, and expert billing support help families get faster access to ABA care.
Adaptive Fred Perry Shirt Launches: A Step Forward In Accessible Fashion | Crip Life™ (criplife.co.uk)
Discover the Adaptive Fred Perry Shirt — a reimagined version of the iconic Twin Tipped polo featuring magnetic fastenings for ease of dressing. Designed in collaboration with inclusion experts, this shirt combines classic style with modern accessibility.
Podcast with Tomer Aharoni (axschat.com)
Tomer Aharoni is the Co-founder and CEO of Nagish, an FCC-certified communication company at the intersection of AI and accessibility. Before pursuing his life mission of making communication more accessible, Tomer worked as a software
TfL Launches Consultation On Proposed Changes To London Congestion Charge | Crip Life™ (criplife.co.uk)
Transport for London is running a public consultation on proposed Congestion Charge changes, inviting feedback from all road users, including disabled people. Learn about the proposals, accessible formats, and how to have your say by 11 August 2025.
Letting Music Prototype the Human Experience (theuxoflife.substack.com)
Designing emotional truth from rhythm and resonance.
CELEBRATING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF STACEY PARK MILBERN
Tonight, 6-9PM East Coast USA time. Wednesday, August 13
Live in-person at National American Museum of Natural History, Smithsonian, Washington, DC
Streaming at https://www.youtube.com/live/MSOMBPIma0A
https://www.aapd.com/in-her-own-words-remembering-and-honoring-stacey-park-milbern/