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Disability Activists Bring Wisdom From the Pandemic to New Struggles Under Trump | Truthout (truthout.org)
White House rhetoric dehumanizes disabled communities, but activists continue to organize for access, care and justice.
Newcastle teen fell through every care loophole, says mum (bbc.com)
Beverley Williams says her daughter was forced to live in nappies because of home adaptation delays.
NIH Launches Major Autism Research Initiative - Disability Scoop (disabilityscoop.com)
The National Institutes of Health is making $50 million available to study autism, but many researchers in the field are leery of the new initiative, which they say is rushed and skirts typical protocols.
Disabled students set to protest over cuts in support – Disability News Service (disabilitynewsservice.com)
Scores of disabled students are to demonstrate next week in protest at their university’s “discriminatory” decision to secretly introduce cuts to their support. They say the University of Derby has…
For Grantseekers - Disability Rights Fund (disabilityrightsfund.org)
'RuPaul's Drag Race' queen Ginger Minj reveals autism diagnosis (ew.com)
'RuPaul's Drag Race' queen Ginger Minj reveals to EW that she was diagnosed with autism after the 'All Stars 10' psych exam prompted her to get evaluated: 'I understand myself so much better.'
Dakota Johnson Used Intimacy Coordinator for the First Time on New Film (variety.com)
Dakota Johnson has been acting for 15 years but just recently used an intimacy coordinator for the first time. She said it was "really great."
AMA Calls for Senate Investigation of RFK Jr. | MedPage Today (medpagetoday.com)
'We do not want to be on the wrong side of history,' one delegate said
AFB Research Fellowship | American Foundation for the Blind (afb.org)
SCOTUS’s Conservative Majority Rules in Favor of Disability Rights – Mother Jones (motherjones.com)
Families won't have to prove bad faith to sue for disability discrimination in schools.
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. apparently embraces the outdated "miasma theory" of disease instead of the widely accept "germ theory" of disease, which may help explain some of the actions he's been taking.
Registration: Celebrating the 35th Anniversary of the ADA, Looking Back and Looking Ahead | Yang Tan Institute (events.yangtaninstitute.org)
‘Extremely disturbing and unethical’: new rules allow VA doctors to refuse to treat Democrats, unmarried veterans | Trump administration | The Guardian (theguardian.com)
Trump order allows VA staff to decline providing healthcare to patients based on political affiliation or marital status
University of Maryland Medical System sues for denied Medicaid claims - The Baltimore Banner (thebaltimorebanner.com)
The University of Maryland Medical System sued a Medicaid managed care company for denying $15 million in unpaid claims.
Squeaky Fest (squeakyfest.com)
A Disability Comedy Festival
Here’s how the House GOP’s proposed Medicaid cuts could impact Minnesota • Minnesota Reformer (minnesotareformer.com)
Minnesota could lose up the half a billion dollars annually if a GOP-backed tax bill becomes federal law, Minnesota’s Medicaid director warned Thursday. That could mean fewer services or tighter restrictions on eligibility, affecting health care for hundreds of thousands of Minnesotans and the hospitals and other providers that treat them. The bill, which has […]
Marlee Matlin, Shoshannah Stern on New Doc, Deaf Awareness (today.com)
Academy Award-winning actor Marlee Matlin and “Grey’s Anatomy” star Shoshannah Stern stop by TODAY with their interpreters to open up about a new documentary called “Marlee Matlin: Not Alone Anymore” that follows Matlin’s life and career — and American Sign Language is the movie’s primary language. Matlin also weighs in on the prevalence of seeing closed captions across multiple platforms.
Supreme Court Makes It Easier For Students With Disabilities To Sue Schools - Disability Scoop (disabilityscoop.com)
In a ruling with broad implications, the Supreme Court said unanimously that claims of disability discrimination at schools shouldn't be held to a higher standard than those originating from other settings.
Do You Grow Out of Autism? | Psychology Today (psychologytoday.com)
Autism has come full circle; from perceptions of the disability as lifelong, to beliefs of “growing out of it” and back again, all shaping how we support autistic individuals.
Illinois lawmakers pass bill requiring hospital care for sexual assault survivors (19thnews.org)
The bill’s passage comes a year after an investigation revealed that dozens of hospitals violated the 49-year-old law.
LPA Fashion Show 2025 (docs.google.com)
Join us in sunny San Diego on Sunday, July 6th as we come together to celebrate every BODY with the California Dreamin’ LPA Fashion Show. We will have 3 segments where you can share the love of self + creative expression, which includes: Power to the People: this is the general part of our show that encourages everyone who wants to show off a look that makes them feel POWERFUL. Runway Around the World: the ever-so-popular SHOWSTOPPING moment where participants of all ages can educate the community about their heritage and the fashion trends that touch many cultures globally. Pursuing Your Passions: this is the newest segment, where you have the chance to showcase a style that you wear during a favorite activity or hobby. What do you wear when pursuing your passions? Examples include: going to a concert, or playing a game of pickleball. PROPS ARE ENCOURAGED! Models ages 5 and older can participate in the runway show. The runway is accessible for all mobility devices. All models ages 5 and over must attend the mandatory rehearsal on July 6 at 3:00 PM in order to participate in the runway show. Please email questions to fashionshow.lpaconference@gmail.com. If you would like to participate, please complete the online registration form…. As the Beach Boys would say, get ready to Surfin’ USA!
The History Channel (history.de)
The HISTORY Channel - Geschichte erleben! The HISTORY Channel ist der deutschsprachige Pay-TV-Sender für spannende Dokumentationen und macht die Faszination von Menschen und Ereignissen täglich greifbar!
National Disability Rights Network | Official Merchandise | Bonfire (bonfire.com)
NDRN has a vision of a society where people with disabilities have equality of opportunity and are able to participate fully in community life.
Colleen & Shaun Tomko, Pennsylvania | Families USA (familiesusa.org)
Every week, Shaun, who lives with multiple disabilities, works at a law firm, volunteers at the library, and helps out at local events. He has built a life filled with purpose and connection. Medicaid provides the support that makes it all possible.
"I'm Only Blind" documentary challenges preconceptions about disability - CBS Chicago (cbsnews.com)
Tim Paul has been blind since his 20s. At 66, Paul has run 23 marathons. He also skis downhill, sails, swims, bikes, and plays the piano and flute — among other things. Paul and director Kamelya Alexan join Chris Tye with a preview of a documentary about Paul's life and success, "I'm Only Blind."
"I'm Only Blind" documentary challenges preconceptions about disability - CBS Chicago (cbsnews.com)
Tim Paul has been blind since his 20s. At 66, Paul has run 23 marathons. He also skis downhill, sails, swims, bikes, and plays the piano and flute — among other things. Paul and director Kamelya Alexan join Chris Tye with a preview of a documentary about Paul's life and success, "I'm Only Blind."
The Ridiculous Trend of Gatekeeping Autism | Psychology Today (psychologytoday.com)
There is a disturbing online trend where an uneducated populous feels they know more than the experts: people tell strangers that they know more about their brains than they do.
Are We Choosing Which Lives Deserve To Be Born? The Quiet Genocide (dallasexpress.com)
Possible Medicaid cuts create deep sense of fear for Americans with disabilities (msnbc.com)
As the threat of cuts to Medicaid looms, Americans with disabilities are among those most at risk. Audrey Presby and Jeremy Fraser, co-hosts of "The Audrey and Jeremy Show" join Ali Vitali to share what these cuts could mean for them. Kandi Pickard, National Down Syndrome Society President and CEO, also weighs in.
Trump’s Tariffs Will Drive Up PPE Costs, But Organizers Are Ready – Mother Jones (motherjones.com)
Facing trade war and Covid denial, mask blocs are "looking five steps ahead."
As Federal Health Grants Shrink, Memory Cafes Help Dementia Patients and Their Caregivers - California Healthline (californiahealthline.org)
Memory cafes are small social gatherings for individuals with memory loss and their caregivers. The events are cheap to run and can offer measurable benefits. Memory loss experts say they may become an even more important tool in the face of federal cuts to health programs.
Disability Community Fights Back: Defending Section 504 - DREDF (dredf.org)
The Department of Energy has published several “direct final rules” that would gut Section 504 and other civil rights laws. Join us to learn how to write and submit comments […]
NIH scientists go public with criticism over Trump cuts | AP News (apnews.com)
Scores of National Institutes of Health researchers and staffers have come forward to send their Trump-appointed leader a letter challenging policies they say undermine the NIH mission. The letter says Trump administration policies waste public resources and “harm the health” of people worldwide. By signing their names Monday, the NIH employees give up the veil of anonymity so common in Washington and jeopardize their jobs. President Donald Trump’s pick to lead the NIH, Jay Bhattacharya, in his confirmation hearings pledged openness to views that might conflict with his own, saying, “Dissent is the very essence of science.” Now that commitment is being put to the test. The letter says, “We dissent.”
Baltimore jail staff failed to protect a deaf man killed by cellmate, lawsuit alleges - ABC News (abcnews.go.com)
A new lawsuit alleges that a deaf man who was killed in Baltimore's jail was forced to share a cell with a first-degree murder suspect whose violent behavior had already alarmed his previous cellmate
Is There an Autism Epidemic? | Johns Hopkins | Bloomberg School of Public Health (publichealth.jhu.edu)
Autism diagnosis rates have risen over the past two decades—but why? An autism researcher explains what's behind the increase.
What’s at stake for Obamacare in Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ : Shots - Health News : NPR (npr.org)
If the law passes, new paperwork requirements and other logistical hurdles could lead to millions of people on ACA plans becoming uninsured, according to Congressional Budget Office.
RFK Jr. removes all current members of CDC vaccine advisory committee | CNN (edition.cnn.com)
US Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on Monday dismissed an expert panel of vaccine advisers that has historically guided the federal government’s vaccine recommendations, saying the group is “plagued with conflicts of interest.”
Patience: Everything You Need to Know | PBS (pbs.org)
RFK Jr. ousts ACIP group that advises CDC on vaccines | AP News (apnews.com)
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has removed every member of a scientific committee that advises the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on how to use vaccines. He is pledging to replace them with his own picks. The 17-member Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices had been in a state of flux since Kennedy took over. He recently took the unusual step of changing COVID-19 recommendations without first consulting the panel. Kennedy says the committee members had too many conflicts of interest.
Bethesda Declaration — STAND UP FOR SCIENCE (standupforscience.net)
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ADD YOUR NAME: Sign the Open Letter in Support of NIH Public Servants (actionnetwork.org)
Join the courageous and committed National Institutes of Health (NIH) public servants by adding your name now.
Effort To Roll Back Federal Disability Rights Protections Alarms Advocates (disabilityscoop.com)
The Trump administration is quietly working to fast-track changes to a key disability rights law by circumventing typical procedures, advocates are warning.
Cutting-edge assistive devices galore at disability expo | Chennai News - Times of India (timesofindia.indiatimes.com)
Chennai: Navigate differently using assistive devices and breakthrough tech solutions — this is what the Tech4All 2025 showcased for two days in the c.
Getting in more steps may prevent the leading cause of disability in the US, study says | CNN (edition.cnn.com)
Chronic low back pain is common but not often a focus for prevention, experts say. Just getting more steps in a day could help reduce your risk, a new study found.
Guided by a shared commitment to equity, accessibility, and sustainable progress, American University of Sharjah (AUS) and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) have initiated a strategic partnership to strengthen collaboration in research, policy and community engagement.
‘It was a form of healing’: How traveling to every country helped this American cope with a mental health disorder | CNN (edition.cnn.com)
He’d struggled with obsessive compulsive disorder since childhood, but Cameron Mofid says that there was one thing that helped him cope — traveling the world.
Gilman Scholarship Program - Study Abroad with a Gilman Scholarship (gilmanscholarship.org)
The Gilman Scholarship Program offers scholarships to exceptional undergraduate students to study or intern abroad who might not otherwise participate due to financial constraints.
Meet Adaptation Ventures: The first US angel group for disability tech startups — TFN (techfundingnews.com)
Bronx student pushing to pass bill for better accessibility in movie theaters - CBS New York (cbsnews.com)
A Bronx high school student is pushing to pass a bill that would require closed captions in movie theaters across the state.
Announcing the 2025 Cohort of the Access to Exchange Externship - MIUSA (miusa.org)
The National Clearinghouse on Disability and Exchange (NCDE) is thrilled to present the 2025 cohort of the Access to Exchange Externship! Each of these promising individuals has had such an impactful international exchange experience of their own that they have each devised their own project to educate their peers and communities about the exciting world […]
Surrey teen named Difference Maker of the Year for work in accessibility - Surrey Now-Leader (surreynowleader.com)
Leena Sansoa from Panorama Ridge Secondary chosen from across Canada
Fundraiser by Amie Greer : Angela Lynn NEEDS Your Help! (gofundme.com)
We Need Your Help! Please help Deaf leader Angela Lynn make history as she represents the S… Amie Greer needs your support for Angela Lynn NEEDS Your Help!
Meet Adaptation Ventures: The first US angel group for disability tech startups — TFN (techfundingnews.com)
Bronx student pushing to pass bill for better accessibility in movie theaters - CBS New York (cbsnews.com)
A Bronx high school student is pushing to pass a bill that would require closed captions in movie theaters across the state.
‘It was a form of healing’: How traveling to every country helped this American cope with a mental health disorder | CNN (edition.cnn.com)
He’d struggled with obsessive compulsive disorder since childhood, but Cameron Mofid says that there was one thing that helped him cope — traveling the world.
2025 Annual Conference - National Council on Independent Living (ncil.org)
Join NCIL’s Annual Conference to connect, learn, and advocate for disability rights and independent living. Empower change in the community.
The NCDE Announces the Spring 2025 Webinar Series - MIUSA (miusa.org)
Check back regularly as we share insights about disability on education abroad.
Announcing the 2025 Cohort of the Access to Exchange Externship - MIUSA (miusa.org)
The National Clearinghouse on Disability and Exchange (NCDE) is thrilled to present the 2025 cohort of the Access to Exchange Externship! Each of these promising individuals has had such an impactful international exchange experience of their own that they have each devised their own project to educate their peers and communities about the exciting world […]
Webinar: Supporting International Students with Disabilities in Higher Education Spring 2025 - YouTube (youtube.com)
Presenters from University of Missouri and Community College of Aurora join MIUSA staff to share good practices for supporting international students with di...
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Gilman Scholarship Program - Study Abroad with a Gilman Scholarship (gilmanscholarship.org)
The Gilman Scholarship Program offers scholarships to exceptional undergraduate students to study or intern abroad who might not otherwise participate due to financial constraints.
(25) Posten | LinkedIn (linkedin.com)
We’ve been following the exciting musical story of our very own Mert Özer, an AFS Alum from Türkiye who studied in the U.S. last year. We’re excited to share that Mert recently won The Voice in Türkiye! Exchange students who participate in AFS programs gain the confidence to do incredible things, and Mert’s host mom Ann Ford even had the opportunity to be there for his big win in person: “Of course, I was in the audience, crying and cheering him on. A pinnacle week that included the win, plus he received notification that he was approved for a seeing-eye dog and will be attending Berklee College of Music. In his contestant interview, he really speaks to the fact of how his exchange was a transformational year, and that it all brought him to where he is today.” Congratulations to Mert on all of your recent accomplishments – we can’t wait to see where your journey takes you next! Watch Mert’s final performance on YouTube: https://lnkd.in/eDuUiiPb #AFS #AFSUSA #PassPeaceForward #CreatingGlobalCitizens #AlumniStories #AFSEffect #BroadenYourHorizons #Hosting #ExchangeStories
(44) 'Popcorn Disabilities' Cover Reveal and Release Date (thefilmmaven.substack.com)
I'm going long, book long, on disability in film.
(44) so very virtual - 06.11.2025 - so very virtual (theeclarel.substack.com)
poetry, publishing, and more pride 🏳️🌈
The Spectacle & The System. What the LA Protests Reveal About… | by Center for Racial and Disability Justice | Jun, 2025 | Medium (nlawcrdj.medium.com)
As streets across Los Angeles erupt with protests against sweeping ICE raids and militarized federal responses, a familiar narrative is already taking hold: that these demonstrations are a…
Subini Annamma on "Excavating Possibilities: Disability Critical Race Theory (DisCrit) in Education" - YouTube (youtube.com)
On February 22 the Haas Institute's Disability Studies Cluster and the Graduate School of Education hosted a talk by Subini Ancy Annamma, who is an Assistan...
Dis/ability critical race studies (DisCrit): theorizing at the intersections of race and dis/ability (neurodiversity-engineering.media.uconn.edu)
Dinah F.B. Cohen Fellowship Program - Partners for Youth with Disabilities (pyd.org)
Empowering young people with disabilities to reach their full potential.
International Student Scholarships - Community Colleges for International Development | CCID (ccidinc.org)
CCID International Student Scholarship Who is the scholarship for? Established in 2023, the CCID International Student Scholarship is sponsored by LanguageCert and awards selected international students with a $2,500 USD scholarship to study at a CCID member institution that accepts the LanguageCert Academic test for English language proficiency. The application for 2025-26 is OPEN and will…
Peace Corps - Deaf Education Teacher (peacecorps.gov)
O Ses Türkiye 2025 Final gecesinde Şampiyon olan Mert Özer - YouTube (youtube.com)
O Ses Türkiye 2025 final gecesi 4. turunda Mert Özer , Aşık Veysel’in Uzun İnce Bir Yoldayım şarkısı ile şampiyon olduPeki siz bu performansı nasıl buldunuz ...
A Hidden Gem for International Students with Disabilities - Miusa (miusa.org)
View this article as it appears in the AWAY journal (PDF). “We have small class sizes and faculty spend a lot of time focused on teaching.” – Alex Peterson, Director of the Center for Global Engagement at Snow College in Ephraim, Utah. Many community colleges are reaching out to international students including those with disabilities […]
Finding Community at a Community College - MIUSA (miusa.org)
View this article as it appears in the AWAY journal (PDF). When Abdul Salam Mehsood, a software engineering student, was chosen by the United States Educational Foundation in Pakistan for the U.S. Department of State sponsored Global Undergraduate Exchange Program in Pakistan (Global UGRAD Pakistan) to spend a semester studying at a U.S. college, he […]
The Memory Club | BRIC (bricartsmedia.org)
The Intergenerational Community Arts Council and The Disability Artistry Initiative at BRIC launch their inaugural exhibition that explores the
Opening Reception: The Memory Club | BRIC (bricartsmedia.org)
The Intergenerational Community Arts Council (ICAC) and the Disability Artistry Initiative at BRIC present The Memory Club, a two week immersive
Intergenerational Community Arts Council (ICAC) | BRIC (bricartsmedia.org)
FREELAND by Leigh Sugar — Alice James Books (alicejamesbooks.org)
Leigh Sugar's poetry collection, FREELAND, published by Alice James Books.
(44) Why Are Disabled Journalists Still Not Covering Disabled Content? (thefilmmaven.substack.com)
The release of "Deaf President Now!" is casting an eye on the lack of Deaf and disabled journalists
10 key recommendations to the European Union by United Nations disability experts. - European Disability Forum (edf-feph.org)
The evaluation of the European Union by United Nations experts is clear: while progress was made, the European Union must step up on its responsibilities. The European Union ratified the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities in 2010. It means that it has the responsibility to enact laws and policies to...
9 things the European Union does for persons with disabilities - European Disability Forum (edf-feph.org)
Today, 9 May, is Europe Day. This day commemorates the establishment of the European Union. We famously believe that the European Union needs to do much more for disability rights. However, we need to acknowledge that the Union has been key to advance disability rights. We bring you ‘9 things the EU does for persons...
IN PRACTICE 2025 - Role Overviews - Google Docs (docs.google.com)
IN PRACTICE 2025 – PUBLIC PROJECT OVERVIEW Please note, this is best viewed on a laptop. This document is screen reader and braille enabled. About Healing Justice London 🫀 HJL is building towards a world with abundant and accessible community health and healing. We believe that health an...
Disability Unbound Lecture Series — New Disabled South Rising (newdisabledsouthrising.org)
Parliament’s Social Affairs Committee discusses United Nations evaluation - European Disability Forum (edf-feph.org)
The European Parliament Committee on Employment and Social Affairs discussed the Concluding Observations to the EU during their meeting of 13 May. The discussion took the form of an exchange of views the European Commission and the European Disability Forum. Summary The European Commission is still reflecting on the way forward and the work on...
Disability movement asks Vice-President Mînzatu for continued EU funding for disability - European Disability Forum (edf-feph.org)
A delegation led by our President met the Executive Vice-President of the European Commission, Roxana Mînzatu, on 28 May to advocate for clear actions to advance our rights. Vice-President Mînzatu is responsible for Social Rights and Skills, Quality Jobs and Preparedness and, notably, oversees the work of the Commissioner for Equality. During the meeting we...
Fifteen years on: Progress and persistent gaps in disability rights in Lithuania - European Disability Forum (edf-feph.org)
Blog post by Indrė Širvinskaitė (President), Simona Aginskaitė (Advocacy and Communication Projects Manager), and Marija Bočiarovaitė (Project Coordinator) of the Lithuanian Disability Forum. Lithuania ratified the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities in 2010, marking an important step toward strengthening dsability rights advocacy on national level. Over the past fifteen years, disability...
For Visually Impaired | Go Vilnius (govilnius.lt)
Disability Movement asks Equality Commissioner to build on progress on disability rights - European Disability Forum (edf-feph.org)
A delegation led by our President, Yannis Vardakastanis, met the Commissioner for Equality, Preparedness and Crisis Management, Hadja Lahbib, on 22 May to call for stronger legislation that upholds our rights. The meeting followed the recommendations by the United Nations Committee on the Rights of Persons with disabilities. Our delegation asked for the European Strategy...
Rote Stute 29. von Petra Küppers - Etsy.de (etsy.com)
Rote Stute 29 mit Petra Kuppers Diese Edition ist limitiert auf 36, von denen 25 nummerierte Exemplare erhältlich sind Mit einem Caladium Blockdruck auf Fabriano Künstlerpapier, mit einem handgemachten Maulbeereinschluss und Leinenpapier für den Text.
DisOrdinary Architecture 18th Birthday Party Tickets, Tue 17 Jun 2025 at 18:00 | Eventbrite (eventbrite.co.uk)
Join us for our 18th Birthday Party, as we celebrate the lessons learnt over the last 18 years and explore what needs to happen next!
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Disability Pop Movie Night | Performance Space New York Spring Gala (performancespacenewyork.org)
Pride Month is here and Disability Pop is ready to celebrate with a brand new event! This time we’re highlighting queer x disability narratives with a
Chief Operating Officer - New Disabled South (apply.workable.com)
Title: Chief Operating OfficerSalary: $144,000 per yearClassification: Exempt, Full TimeLocation: Virtual within the U.S. with roots in/connections to any of the following states: AL, AR, FL, GA, KY, LA, MS, NC, SC, OK, TN, TX, VA, WV Travel: ...
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14 Wheelchair Accessible Things to Do in Vilnius, Lithuania - Wheelchair Travel (wheelchairtravel.org)
Learn how to access the Vilnius Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and other wheelchair-friendly attractions.
Transposing the EU Directive on Combating Violence Against Women - European Disability Forum (edf-feph.org)
In May 2024, the European Union adopted its first-ever law to combat violence against women and domestic violence. But for this Directive to make a real impact, all 27 EU Member States must incorporate it into their national laws by 14 June 2027. Organisations of persons with disabilities (OPDs) have a key role to play...
Fair employment for persons with disabilities: we need the EU Disability Employment Guarantee! - European Disability Forum (edf-feph.org)
Today is International Workers' Day. For countless persons with disabilities in Europe, it serves as another reminder of the many barriers they face to being employed. Only 51.3% of persons with disabilities in the European Union are employed, compared to 75.6% of persons without disabilities. This figure is lower for women with disabilities - only...
It's time to end institutionalisation once and for all! - European Disability Forum (edf-feph.org)
Over 1.5 million persons with disabilities in the EU are still living in segregated in residential institutions. Today, on European Independent Living Day, the European Disability Forum reinforces its call for the EU and national governments to urgently transition away from segregating institutions in favour of independent living and community-based services. In its position paper...
Trapped in their houses: Disability organisations lodge complaint against Spain. - European Disability Forum (edf-feph.org)
Two disability organisations lodged today a complaint against Spain for failing to ensure the rights of persons with disabilities to adequate housing, especially due to problems with its ‘Horizontal Property Act’. The complaint was submitted to the European Committee of Social Rights by the European Disability Forum and its Spanish member CERMI. The complaint alleges...
Equal Treatment Directive: governments must find agreement before it’s too late - European Disability Forum (edf-feph.org)
Today, Commissioner for Equality Hadja Lahbib meets with the Parliament’s Civil Liberties Committee to discuss the proposed withdrawal of the Equal Treatment Directive. We have strongly denounced this intention and warned that it will have negative consequences. Not only is the Directive a way to fulfil the obligations inscribed in the EU Treaties, but also...
Are We Prepared To Fight ‘The New Polio’? (sciencefriday.com)
A mysterious polio-like disease could challenge our healthcare infrastructure. And, zooming in on non-cancerous cells in and around tumors.
Unanimous SCOTUS ruling raises schools’ liability in disability cases | K-12 Dive (k12dive.com)
The decision in favor of a student with epilepsy overturns a higher burden of proof for students and families in disability disputes.
Unanimous court rebuffs higher standard for discrimination claims by children with disabilities - SCOTUSblog (scotusblog.com)
In A.J.T. v. Osseo Area Schools, Independent School District No. 279, the Supreme Court considered the obligation of schools to refrain from discriminating on the basis of a disability. Specifically, […]
Supreme Court backs families fighting school district over disability discrimination | CNN Politics (edition.cnn.com)
The Supreme Court on Thursday unanimously sided with a Minnesota family that has been battling their local school district over the education of their daughter in a decision that could make it easier for other parents of disabled children to seek damages from schools under federal disability laws.
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Uber launches feature to help older Americans, caregivers (eu.usatoday.com)
Uber launched a new accessibility feature, senior accounts, nationwide on June 4. Aging and disability experts weigh in.
Woman’s Accessible Cooking Series Goes Viral (Exclusive) (people.com)
On social media, Carolyn — known as EpicuriousExpeditions — shares recipes that don’t require knives or fire.
A. J. T. v. OSSEO AREA SCHOOLS, INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DIST. NO. 279 | Supreme Court | US Law | LII / Legal Information Institute (law.cornell.edu)
U.S. Supreme Court - A. J. T. v. OSSEO AREA SCHOOLS, INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DIST. NO. 279
US Supreme Court bolsters school disability protections | Reuters (reuters.com)
The U.S. Supreme Court sided on Thursday with a severely epileptic girl who is pursuing a disability discrimination lawsuit against a Minnesota public school district in a ruling that bolsters protections for students with disabilities in American schools.
Amarillo woman advocates for accessibility after life-changing accident (abc7amarillo.com)
AMARILLO, Texas — Seven years ago, Kathryn Granger's life took a dramatic turn when a car accident left her paralyzed and claimed the life of her best friend, S
Accessible travel changing for people with disabilities (spectrumnews1.com)
One Ohio county is now being recognized for having inclusive tourist destinations for people with disabilities
Disability advocates discuss parking issues in downtown Salt Lake City (fox13now.com)
This summer, downtown Salt Lake City will be staying busy with many events. That means more road closures and barriers, which could make it difficult for some to access the City & County building.
Savannah mom frustrated with lack of wheelchair accessibility | WSAV-TV (wsav.com)
One Savannah mom is speaking out after facing several challenges with navigating the city with her daughter who uses a wheelchair.
Trump asks Supreme Court to let him gut Education Department (eu.usatoday.com)
The Trump administration is appealing a court order blocking mass layoffs and other changes at the Education Department.
Dropping in with WCMX rider Mo O’Neill - VTDigger (vtdigger.org)
Do you know how to do a wheelie in a wheelchair? Mo does.
Do Disabled People Really Have The Same Rights? | Origins | WKNO FM (wknofm.org)
In 1999, two brave women with disabilities took on the state of Georgia. What happened next was a groundbreaking Supreme Court decision and a pivotal moment in disability rights.
Disability in Entertainment Panel at Cannes Gives Hope for Inclusion (indiewire.com)
Disability in entertainment panel at Cannes, presented by Easterseals and taking place at the American Pavilion, gives hope for inclusion.
Ahead of the 35th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, local representatives are planning how to make technology more accessible too.
Amazon's return-to-office mandate sparks disability complaints | Fortune (fortune.com)
At least two employees have filed complaints with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and the National Labor Relations Board.
Supreme Court makes it easier to sue schools in disability cases (eu.usatoday.com)
The case was closely watched by disability rights groups who say there was a “nearly insurmountable barrier” for help sought by schoolchildren.
'There's More to Making a Subway Station Accessible Than an Elevator'; MTA C&D President Gives WSR a Tour (westsiderag.com)
“These guys have to figure out how to excavate, how to dig out 40 more feet of rock."
Supreme Court rules for girl with epilepsy in case over access to education | AP News (apnews.com)
A teenage girl with a rare form of epilepsy has won a unanimous Supreme Court ruling that’s expected to make it easier for families of children with disabilities to sue schools over access to education. Thursday's ruling comes after her family said her Minnesota school district didn’t do enough to get her the disability accommodations she needs to learn. The girl and her family appealed to the Supreme Court after lower courts ruled against their disability discrimination case. Some courts had been holding schools to a different legal standard. The Osseo Area Schools district has argued changing the standard could expose understaffed schools to more lawsuits even when they’re making good faith efforts.
Accessibility audits ensure church’s doors are open to all | UMNews.org (umnews.org)
The Richardson family’s desire for their son Powell to become a full member of the UMC led to a change in the Book of Discipline that paved the way for others with disabilities to join.
Why Doesn’t the Trump NLRB Want Workers to Know their Rights? (tcf.org)
On May 23, the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) released its FY 2026 budget proposal. There are many things about the document that don’t add up. The
Proposal would change Medicaid eligibility rules for people with intellectual disabilities | Florida | islandernews.com (islandernews.com)
Florida could be poised to make it easier for people with developmental and intellectual disabilities (IDD) to maintain their Medicaid services.
Star Trek has my perfect disability story with Strange New Worlds' Captain Pike | Popverse (thepopverse.com)
How Anson Mount's portrayal of Star Trek Captain Pike and grappling with PTSD and mental illness helped me.
Accessible travel: The world's most accessible airports revealed in new ranking - 9Travel (travel.nine.com.au)
Accessibility issues & solutions for passengers with reduced mobility - PRM (inflight-online.com)
Explore how airlines like Virgin Atlantic and Emirates are improving accessibility in aviation air travel for Passengers with Reduced Mobility (PRM).
Travel Accessibility: Autism is Not a Dirty Word (recommend.com)
Destinations, hotels, airports, airlines and more are doing their part to make travel more accessible for those on the autism spectrum.
Bupa: Health Is - Breaking barriers and building a legacy | The Drum (thedrum.com)
"Bupa's inclusive campaign dismantles disability stereotypes, reshaping media accessibility and inspiring industry-wide change for authentic representation." #DisabilityInclusion #AccessibleAdvertising
Guide dogs attend Royal Ascot as part of training (bbc.com)
Guide dog puppies discover Ascot's wildest headgear as part of their socialisation training.
403 Forbidden (westcentralonline.com)
The Government of Saskatchewan has officially proclaimed June as Deafblind Awareness Month, recognizing the unique experiences of people in the Deafblind community and the organizations that support them.
When AI Erased My Disability | TIME (time.com)
I'm fine with my disability. I wish AI could be, writes Jessica Smith.
Efforts are underway to make Dawson City, Yukon, more accessible — but it's not easy | CBC News (cbc.ca)
To many residents and visitors, the unpaved streets, crooked boardwalks and historic buildings of Dawson City, Yukon, are a big part of the Gold Rush town's charm — but for people with mobility issues, they can also be a lot of trouble to navigate.
"People have a right to blue spaces", says accessibility survey founder (uk.news.yahoo.com)
A national survey has been created by a man from Wimborne to improve accessibility for all at blue spaces across the UK
Lift trapped group assessing Leinster House accessibility (rte.ie)
A group of people with disabilities who were invited to Leinster House to deliver training on accessibility ended up "trapped" and "embarrassed" after a lift broke down in the parliamentary complex
Here’s why beauty products should be made more accessible for all (thetimes.com)
From hair styling to hard-to-open bottles, getting ready can be a challenge for people with disabilities, but some brands are innovating to be more inclusive
CM Gupta launches ‘Sugamya Delhi Abhiyan’ to make city Divyang-friendly (newindianexpress.com)
NEW DELHI: Chief Minister Rekha Gupta on Saturday held a meeting to improve accessibility in sports, education, and public services for Persons with Disabilitie
Cagliari, “Io Rampo” is born for accessibility in stores (unionesarda.it)
The initiative, already successfully tested in Northern Sardinia, aims to build a network of accessible businesses
Disability Awareness Group 'Trapped' In Leinster House Lift Before Delivering Accessibility Training (nova.ie)
A disability awareness group has branded its visit to the Dáil last year as "disastrous" after a number of its members became "trapped" in a lift in Leinster
I will personally ensure that systemic inequities and accessibility barriers—physical, digital, and social are completely removed: LG Sinha - Bold News (boldnewsonline.com)
Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha inaugurated a mass distribution drive of aids and appliances for Divyangjan, in Jammu today.
A GROUP of disabled people who visited Leinster House to deliver accessibility training ended up being “trapped” after a lift broke down. They said they were “astonished” at how inaccessible the bu…
Accessibility concerns raised as TVB drops subtitles from kids' shows (thestandard.com.hk)
Starting today (June 9), TVB’s Jade Channel will no longer provide traditional or simplified Chinese subtitles for some of its children’s programs, including popular anime such as Chibi Maruko-chan and Doraemon.
Disability Awareness Group 'Trapped' In Leinster House Lift Before Delivering Accessibility Training - Ireland's Classic Hits Radio (classichits.ie)
A disability awareness group has branded its visit to the Dáil last year as "disastrous" after a number of its members became "trapped" in a lift in Leinster
Accessibility Does Not Divide; It Unites and Empowers Everyone – Olena Zelenska — Official website of the President of Ukraine (president.gov.ua)
First Lady of Ukraine Olena Zelenska took part in the presentation of the all-Ukrainian “Barrier-Free Means When You Can” social change campaign, aimed at promoting the principles of accessibility and engaging people in the implementation of this goal.
Visakhapatnam is set to become the birthplace of a major national initiative to promote accessible infrastructure across India. The Andhra Pradesh MedTech Zone (AMTZ) recently hosted a key national consultation to develop the Purple Building Certification Scheme—the country’s first structured framework to evaluate and certify buildings for accessibility. Held on June 11–12 at the AMTZ Machine Maker - Latest Manufacturing News | Indian Manufacturing News - Latest Manufacturing News | Indian Manufacturing News - Machine Maker
Six dimensions of accessibility: Zelenska launches 'When You Can' campaign (ukrinform.net)
Call to ensure public EV charging is accessible (transportandenergy.com)
The UK Government has been urged to back an amendment to ensure public EV charging infrastructure is suitable for drivers with disabilities.
Deaf patients in the NHS: lack of accessibility and communication support - LBC (lbc.co.uk)
A lack of sign-language interpreters or alternative communication methods in the NHS has led to 'dangerous' consequences as deaf patients are left unable to speak with health professionals.
Halifax's shared e-bike, scooter pilot causing some accessibility issues, say advocates | CBC News (cbc.ca)
The devices are supposed to be taken from and dropped off in specific parking areas, but there have been instances of them obstructing pathways.
HR Magazine - BBC suspension: How should HR address disability discrimination? (hrmagazine.co.uk)
An EastEnders TV star has been suspended by the BBC after using an ableist slur while filming Strictly Come Dancing last November, according to reports published on Saturday (7 June).
Call to ensure public EV charging is accessible (transportandenergy.com)
The UK Government has been urged to back an amendment to ensure public EV charging infrastructure is suitable for drivers with disabilities.
Halifax's shared e-bike, scooter pilot causing some accessibility issues, say advocates | CBC News (cbc.ca)
The devices are supposed to be taken from and dropped off in specific parking areas, but there have been instances of them obstructing pathways.
Visakhapatnam is set to become the birthplace of a major national initiative to promote accessible infrastructure across India. The Andhra Pradesh MedTech Zone (AMTZ) recently hosted a key national consultation to develop the Purple Building Certification Scheme—the country’s first structured framework to evaluate and certify buildings for accessibility. Held on June 11–12 at the AMTZ Machine Maker - Latest Manufacturing News | Indian Manufacturing News - Latest Manufacturing News | Indian Manufacturing News - Machine Maker
Accessibility Does Not Divide; It Unites and Empowers Everyone – Olena Zelenska — Official website of the President of Ukraine (president.gov.ua)
First Lady of Ukraine Olena Zelenska took part in the presentation of the all-Ukrainian “Barrier-Free Means When You Can” social change campaign, aimed at promoting the principles of accessibility and engaging people in the implementation of this goal.
Meet Twenty under 40! honoree Brandon Rohrer of the Massillon Museum (eu.indeonline.com)
Brandon Rohrer of the Massillon Museum is one of this year's Twenty under 40! honorees. The program recognizes young professionals in Stark County.
Texas Legislative News: June 10, 2025 - TCDD (tcdd.texas.gov)
See how Texas lawmakers sought to address critical accessibility issues for Texans with DD during the recent legislative session.
From tactile paving to white canes: How activism shaped everyday accessibility (ianvisits.co.uk)
Most of us are surrounded by things we use without even really thinking about them - door handles, kitchen utensils, light switches – and now the V&A Museum wants you to think about them, in a very different way.
Episode 4: Chris Wood's crusade to make air travel more accessible - Aircraft Interiors International (aircraftinteriorsinternational.com)
Chris Wood is a well-loved figure in aviation, best known for his work as an ardent campaigner and lobbyist for improved PRM accessibility in air travel. He is founder of the Flying Disabled consultancy, a key figure in the development of the Air4All wheelchair securement system, and has been a driver of successful campaigns including Rights On Flights. In short, Chris is a great guy, a straight talker, and a pleasure to listen to, as you can find out in this episode
Sync NI - Businesswoman Tackling Hotel Accessibility With Help From Explore Enterprise (syncni.com)
Shelley Cowan knows all too well the challenges that come with trying to find accessible accommodation in Northern Ireland. After spending more than a decade as a wheelchair user due to severe ME and complex health needs, she experienced first-hand the di...
Designing for Everyone: Why Accessible Packaging Is the Next Brand Differentiator - WhatTheyThink (whattheythink.com)
How a local partner enhanced accessibility and language inclusivity (esri.com)
Partner with a collaborator to optimize your story authoring workflow and ensure a smooth translation process for your content
The Blogs: A Movement Within a Movement – Creating Accessibility Within Run 4 Their Lives | Perri Schwartz | The Times of Israel (blogs.timesofisrael.com)
From the blog of Perri Schwartz at The Times of Israel
Netflix Exec Heather Dowdy Talks About the Value of Accessibility at EnTech Confab - Media Play News (mediaplaynews.com)
Netflix director of product accessibility Heather Dowdy discussed the importance of captions, audio description and other products to improve the customer experience June 3 at the EnTech Fest and Summer Symposium presented by DEG: The Digital Entertainment Group. In the keynote chat “Unlocking Accessibility to Expand Your Audience,” Dowdy, who is herself a child of … Continue reading "Netflix Exec Heather Dowdy Talks About the Value of Accessibility at EnTech Confab"
Inclusivity for people living with disability: the gap between understanding and implementing - The Lancet Regional Health - Southeast Asia (thelancet.com)
The Global report on health equity for persons with disabilities, published in 2022, estimates that 1.3 billion people have a significant disability. This was followed by the development of the Disability inclusion guide for action to guide countries, with their unique contexts, led by ministries of health, engaging with other stakeholders such as other government departments, health service providers, research institutes, and civil society, including people with disabilities and their representative organisations.
AI for accessibility and accessibility for AI | S&P Global (spglobal.com)
AI can expand access to work, community, and opportunity—especially for people with disabilities—by prioritizing accessibility through inclusive design, edge AI, and equitable education.
We Wanted to Change the World (disabilitydebrief.org)
The risks professionalisation poses to an authentic disability movement
The disability community deserves greater investment (charcot-marie-toothnews.com)
The status quo isn't working for the disability community, says columnist Young Lee, who argues for greater accessibility and inclusion.
New EU accessibility law to impact event organisers (exhibitionnews.uk)
Event organisers who operate in the European Union or provide digital services to EU-based attendees will be required to comply with new accessibility regulations from June 28, 2025, under the European Accessibility Act (EAA).
Championing Accessibility: Technical and Non-Technical Tips - Equal Entry (equalentry.com)
This article is based on a talk given by Kai Wong and Asha Sachdeva at A11yNYC. They delivered an engaging and insightful talk on championing digital accessibility, emphasizing that anyone can drive change. They shared strategies for fostering accessibility within organizations, including tailored training, embedding accessibility into engineering workflows, and advocating for inclusive design. The […]
In this episode Colliers' Tonya Lagrasta, global head of sustainability, and Erin O’Hearn, senior property manager, are joined by Matthew Shaw, head, accessible practice at the Rick Hansen Foundation.
(25) Journalism is making huge progress in accessibility for all audiences | LinkedIn (linkedin.com)
We need to make sure however we’re bringing everyone on the journey Far too often accessibility is seen as something to address at the end of a project. designers and developers will create a beautiful product or piece of content before considering how different audiences will be able to access it.
How Hosting The Paralympics Changes A City | Paralympics Australia (paralympic.org.au)
The Paralympic Movement describes itself as a catalyst for change. It claims to reduce stigma and discrimination. It purports to create a more accessible and inclusive world. But what does all that really mean? In an outstanding speech during his recent visit to Australia, International Paralympic Committee President Andrew Parsons outlined how the Paralympic Games
June 2025 Rebel Accessibility Hero | UNLV (unlv.edu)
Accessibility for all | Nature Ecology & Evolution (nature.com)
Scientists with disabilities face many barriers and challenges related to accessibility during their careers. We can all do more to help make science more accessible — and this is especially true for journals.
Equal Access to University Life | | UZH (news.uzh.ch)
Disability Resource Center provides equal access throughout the year - News (purdue.edu)
Part of Student Success Programs, Purdue’s Disability Resource Center (DRC) is the office designated to provide services, resources and programs to facilitate…
Call for applications: Join UBC’s Accessibility Committee | UBC Today (ubctoday.ubc.ca)
UBC’s Accessibility Committee is inviting faculty, staff, and students on both campuses to apply to become members. Applicants should have lived experience of disability or be actively engaged in accessibility and disability advocacy. A number of 'at-large' positions are available, and, in addition, the UBC Executive will appoint seven members for key offices and appoint three student leaders representing the Alma Mater Society (AMS), Graduate Student Society (GSS), and Students’ Union of Okanagan (SUO).
The power of annotation: Q&A with Ava Hampe | Beckman Institute (beckman.illinois.edu)
Researchers at the Beckman Institute believe that spoken interfaces should be accessible to everyone. In this Q&A, Speech Accessibility Project annotator Ava Hampe reflects on her contributions to generate diverse speech data to improve voice recognition technology.
Op-ed: Northeastern’s Disability Access Services is another obstacle for disabled students - The Huntington News (huntnewsnu.com)
It’s no secret among Northeastern’s disabled community that Disability Access Services, or DAS, provides little support and often adds unnecessary obstacles, from housing accommodations to academic and mental health support. As a whole, the department tends to be largely ineffective, causing more stress for students instead of alleviating it.
ADA Anniversary Tool Kit (adaanniversary.org)
What's Up With WID - June 2025 (mailchi.mp)
Design for the edges - Fast Company (fastcompany.com)
How accessibility sparks smarter, more universal design
Managing Disability-Related Misconduct is a Potential Legal Minefield - HR Daily Advisor (hrdailyadvisor.com)
In a complaint filed against the Flagstaff Unified School District, a former employee sued the district for alleged disability discrimination, claiming the misconduct she was terminated for was connected to her disability. How can employers manage misconduct in the workplace when employees claim the misconduct was caused by a known disability?
Hicks Morley | Federal Government Publishes Revised Standard on Accessible Employment under the Accessible Canada Act (hicksmorley.com)
Supreme Court Sidesteps Key Class Certification Questions in Accessibility Suit | Consumer Products and Retail Navigator | Blogs | Arnold & Porter (arnoldporter.com)
Arnold & Porter
FCC Announces Tentative Agenda for June Open Meeting | Federal Communications Commission (fcc.gov)
Federal Communications Commission Chairman Brendan Carr announced that the items below are tentatively on the agenda for the June Open Commission Meeting scheduled for Thursday, June 26, 2025
Comments Due: July 21, 2025Reply Comments Due: August 18, 2025
Federal Register :: Ensuring Safe Accommodations for Air Travelers With Disabilities Using Wheelchairs (federalregister.gov)
This document announces that the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) will not take enforcement action against regulated entities before August 1, 2025, for failing to comply with the new or revised requirements contained in the final rule on "Ensuring Safe Accommodations for Air Travelers...
Regulations.gov (regulations.gov)
New Attempt to Roll Back Accessibility Requirements – Comments Needed – Law Office of Lainey Feingold (lflegal.com)
For over forty years the United States has had regulations that say new buildings must be accessible to people with disabilities if the building is built by an organization that receives federal funds. Now the trump administration is taking the first steps to undo this long history of access in the
Disability-led content agency turns to crowdfunding for co-founder's trip to Cannes (campaignlive.co.uk)
Donations supporting Kelly Gordon's attendance have now exceeded £3700.
Miles for Matheny highlights inclusivity and accessibility. (eu.mycentraljersey.com)
“Miles for Matheny,” Matheny Education Center and Hospital’s signature event and largest annual fundraiser, was held on June 7 in Peapack.
Accessibility in the media landscape was the order of business at the latest Iapi event (businessplus.ie)
Leading voices in accessibility and media gathered at the Royal Irish Academy of Music on Wednesday for Iapi’s latest event, exploring how Ireland's creative
SimEx-Iwerks | Ultra-Accessible 4D Magic Cinema | blooloop (blooloop.com)
SimEx-Iwerks has partnered with Morgan’s Wonderland to create the Ultra-Accessible 4D Magic Cinema, featuring a wheelchair motion platform.
Disability tech accelerator Remarkable joins Twitter's Biz Stone in $3.5 million Seed raise for accessibility startup - Startup Daily (startupdaily.net)
Remarkable's investment came through its Scaler co-investment initiative, which backs disability tech startups
2025-06-06 (dot.ny.gov)
New York State Department of Transportation coordinates operation of transportation facilities and services including highway, bridges, railroad, mass transit, port, waterway and aviation facilities
/PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- This innovative telehealth service is now streamlining the once-complicated process of obtaining disabled veteran license plates online...
Lawyer Spotlight: Deepinder Goraya (americanbar.org)
Deepinder Goraya discusses her legal victories, how her accessibility needs have evolved over the course of her career with the advent of new technologies, and how legal system and workplaces must change to achieve true inclusion.
European Accessibility Act – Impact on Asset Managers - WILLIAM FRY (williamfry.com)
European Accessibility Act – Impact on Asset Managers .
US Supreme Court reverses decision to rule on class action question | Reuters (reuters.com)
The U.S. Supreme Court on Thursday sidestepped resolving a major issue across class action litigation, turning aside an appeal that could have made it harder for plaintiffs lawyers to bring together groups of people to sue companies and others for alleged wrongdoing.
European Accessibility Act: June 2025 deadline has arrived | Inside Global Tech (insideglobaltech.com)
Guide and Stride: Making fitness accessible for visually impaired (wtvr.com)
Virginia Voice hosted its first Guide and Stride event at Collegiate School, offering trained guides to help people with visual impairments participate in walking and running activities.
Open Source One-Handed Keyboard Blends QWERTY and Mouse for True Accessibility - Yanko Design (yankodesign.com)
It’s not every day you come across a computer accessory that feels genuinely life-changing, but that’s exactly the impression left by HTX Studio’s One-handed Keyboard. For designers, engineers, or even tinkerers who’ve spent hours wrestling with conventional keyboards, the usual arrangement quickly reveals its limitations, especially if you’re trying to operate everything with just
SiteKiosk Online Version 1.7 – Enhanced Accessibility and New Features for Kiosk Terminals | Kiosk Marketplace (kioskmarketplace.com)
SiteKiosk Online 1.7 is a cutting-edge kiosk and digital signage software solution designed to help interactive displays meet and exceed accessibility requirements.
How a new airline seat from Colorado lab could change your next flight, "game changer" for wheelchair users - CBS Colorado (cbsnews.com)
The new design from Molon Labe Seating in Colorado is called the Freedom Seat and aims to make flying more accessible for people with disabilities.
GNWT announces 2025 accessibility impact award winners - NNSL Media (nnsl.com)
Autism advocate, Special Olympics volunteer and city's new aquatic centre among recipients of awards
Niagara-on-the-Lake Recognized for Accessibility Excellence - Niagara-on-the-Lake Local (notllocal.com)
The award honours municipalities and businesses across Niagara that demonstrate leadership in creating inclusive, accessible spaces for all
New EMR Accessibility Maps help customers navigate stations easier | East Midlands Railway News (news.eastmidlandsrailway.co.uk)
EMR has created more Accessibility Maps to help better inform customers of key facilities Maps were created to help customers understand key accessibility information Created using feedback from members of EMR's Accessibility Panel New station maps were created for Chesterfield, Derby, Leicester, Sheffield and London - amongst others Maps are available via EMR's website, at stations or from the Customer Service Centre
Danbury Library Receives State Award For Accessibility And Inclusion | Danbury, CT Patch (patch.com)
Danbury Library earns Connecticut award for its inclusive Sensory Space, serving patrons with sensory processing needs.
Colorado Springs expands trackchair program to make trails more accessible (kktv.com)
The chairs are equipped with tank-like tracks, safety harnesses, and remote steering controls to help participants safely navigate uneven terrain such as steep slopes and narrow trails
News - Door County Daily News (doorcountydailynews.com)
By Tim Kowols -- Ensuring residents and visitors can enter your business or non-profit safely is a primary goal of an accessibility assessment being offered by Destination Door County.
RNID teams up with Sonos to boost accessibility in home theatre sound systems - THIIS Magazine (thiis.co.uk)
National hearing loss charity RNID has teamed up with Sonos, a sound experience company that creates innovative home theatre systems to improve the accessibility of TV and films for deaf people and people with hearing loss. The collaboration has led to Sonos creating a new Speech Enhancement feature that provides four levels of control, empowering
Ingenico | Accessible payments for all (ingenico.com)
At Ingenico, we believe every customer deserves a secure, seamless, and inclusive payment experience. Our solutions are thoughtfully designed to support users with disabilities - ensuring accessibility without compromise.
JetZero to bake wheelchair accessibility into Z4 interior - Runway GirlRunway Girl (runwaygirlnetwork.com)
The innovation is the shape. But with the shape comes a lot — including the ability to ensure wheelchair users can remain in their own mobility devices on board. So said Scott Savian, chief product officer of JetZero,
For Collins, Cabin Accessibility Can Drive Airline Passenger Growth | Aviation International News (ainonline.com)
Engineers are innovating to improve wheelchair and lavatory access
Apple puts the A in Accessibility: Check out these great features - PhoneArena (phonearena.com)
Apple is turning accessibility into a systemwide superpower.
DfT report hints at coach accessibility work going beyond vehicles - routeone (route-one.net)
Research into coach and bus service accessibility commissioned by DfT gives a hint that not just vehicles will be part of the PSVAR review.
MIA is world’s first airport with mobile app for low-vision travelers (news.miami-airport.com)
Click to download b-roll video
Portland enhances community garden with taller raised beds for accessibility (wgme.com)
Portland is now making it easier by building taller raised beds at one of the city's 11 community gardens.
The Gaudí Cycle leads the way towards more inclusive and accessible cinema (en.ara.cat)
The Catalan Film Academy's regional project is implementing accessible Catalan subtitling in 80% of the theaters participating in its network starting in June.
Your iPhone is getting these useful features with iOS 26 - including a big AI one | ZDNET (zdnet.com)
Ahead of WWDC 2025 today, Apple has confirmed a list of features coming with iOS 26, MacOS 26, and more later this year. Here's the rundown.
Accessibility on MSC World America (cruisecritic.co.uk)
On a recent voyage aboard MSC Cruises' newest ship, MSC World America, we put the vessels mobility-friendly credentials to the test. Here's what we found.
Inclusive innovation: Whirlpool’s Spin&Load Rack enhances dishwasher accessibility | Designers Today (designerstoday.com)
The company has teamed up with a Tony Award-winning actress, singer and author to support marketing efforts for the product.
Back to basics: Accessibility signaling with AWS Elemental Media Services | AWS for M&E Blog (aws.amazon.com)
In the first part of this series, Back to basics; Accessibility services for Media, we reviewed the accessibility services available for broadcast and streaming today. In this second part we plan look at how these accessibility requirements can be met using Amazon Web Services (AWS) Elemental Media Services. In many countries regulators require Broadcasters to […]
Opinion: This New Nintendo Switch 2 Feature Makes Games More Accessible | GameLuster (gameluster.com)
The Nintendo Switch 2 is here, and we’ve been playing it a lot. I got my system with the new Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller, and despite its overall impro ...
The Access-Ability Summer Showcase returns with the latest in accessible games | The Verge (theverge.com)
Ahead of Summer Game Fest Live, the Access-Ability Summer Showcase is back for 2025 with news on accessible games.
Accessibility at Code.org | Inclusive Computer Science Education (code.org)
Learn how Code.org makes computer science accessible for all students. Explore inclusive features, accessibility tools, and resources for diverse learning needs.
Sharing accessibility to the outdoors | News, Sports, Jobs - Marshall Independent (marshallindependent.com)
MARSHALL — A local nonprofit wants to expand people’s opportunities to enjoy the outdoors. One way the Action Foundation can help is by making adaptive equipment more available to area residents, foundation executive director Audra Klinkner said. “The most important work is starting here at home in Marshall,” Klinkner told an audience at the Red Baron […]
Access denied: rights versus reality in disabled peoples access to transport: Government Response (publications.parliament.uk)
Report of the Transport Committee
A Wake-Up Call for Transport Accessibility (accessiblelink.substack.com)
Insights from the Transport Committee Report
SERU TEST: London taxi drivers to face fresh assessment on responsibilities to disabled black cab users, says Mayor of London (taxi-point.co.uk)
London’s black cab drivers will soon be required to complete new assessments on handling wheelchair users and other disabled passengers, according to the Mayor of London.The move comes as Transport for London (TfL) prepares to introduce a mandatory assessment on safety, equality, and regulatory responsibilities for both new and existing drivers.The comments followed a question from London Assembly Member Gareth Roberts, who asked what training taxi drivers currently receive regarding wheelchair
Disabled student travels more than 850 miles across 10 days via public buses (yorkpress.co.uk)
Dan Bowhay, 22, used his disabled bus pass to travel from Land’s End to Marshall Meadows, in Berwick-upon-Tweed near the Scottish border.
Chris Laing - Silent Buttons | Deaf Awareness Campaign | 2025 (youtube.com)
Silent Buttons is a brand new campaign film from the 2024 Adam Reynolds Awardee Chris Laing. Over the last year, 2024 ARA Winner Chris Laing, with creative p...
Transport Committee: Warm Words Won’t Fix Accessibility (accessiblelink.substack.com)
Parliamentary committee accuses government of slow progress and lack of ambition
Accessing the Right Psychiatric Care: Advice for DIsabled People (disabilityhorizons.com)
When therapy isn’t enough, psychiatric care can help. Learn how disabled people can access medication, crisis services, and coordinated mental health support.
Why a Teacher of the Year Is Giving His Prize Money Away (nytimes.com)
Alhassan Susso, who teaches in the Bronx, is funding a teaching prize in Gambia, his home country, after the State Department canceled a grant program.
Ellie Goldstein Becomes The Face Of Mencap For Learning Disability Week (criplife.co.uk)
Ellie Goldstein stars in Mencap’s latest campaign for Learning Disability Week, celebrating visibility and inclusion for people with learning disabilities across the UK.
Have We Been Thinking About A.D.H.D. All Wrong? (nytimes.com)
As diagnoses of the condition in the U.S. have climbed steadily, some longtime researchers are raising fundamental questions.
The Big Move and Life Updates - So Bad Ass (sobadass.me)
We ran away to the seaside and got a lot of animals! The Big Move! The Cleasby Life
Carer’s allowance: woman who won case against DWP calls for end to ‘sickening harassment’ (theguardian.com)
Nicola Green, 42, speaks out after significant legal victory against department that accused her of fraud UK politics live – latest updates
Neurodivergence, Hypermobility and Exercise (jboccupationaltherapy.co.uk)
An exploration of how exercise relates to neurodivergence and hypermobility by physiotherapy students Holly and Amanda.
Human Dignity (teawithhb.com)
Warning: Contents may induce immense frustration. Process these feelings with this month’s righteous anger playlist: Vigilante Shit ! In this month’s letter, you’ll enjoy… A Satirical Graphic on the mistreatment of disabled people
Neurodivergent People for Cross-Disability (enil.eu)
The neurodiversity concept has inspired many people with new found confidence. At ENIL we are proud that the term neurodiversity was invented by autistic ...
‘I face the haters full-on!’ Rosie Jones on ramping up the laughs in her new drug-dealing sitcom (theguardian.com)
In Pushers, the comedian and actor plays a disabled woman from Yorkshire who turns to crime after her benefits are cut. She talks about beating trolls, ‘inhumane’ Labour – and her love of gravy
How Technology is Transforming Worship for Individuals with Disabilities (respectability.org)
Assistive technology, digital platforms, and artificial intelligence are creating new possibilities for connection and spiritual growth.
From Stigma to Belonging: How Representation in Faith-Based Media Shapes Inclusion (respectability.org)
Ensuring the lived experience of disabled people in faith-based content affirms that every human being has value and must be treated with respect.
Disability Representation in Children’s Media: The Making of Jeff Mouse on Donkey Hodie (respectability.org)
Join members of the behind-the-scenes team of Donkey Hodie, the PBS KIDS puppet series from Fred Rogers Productions and Spiffy Pictures.
Horse racing and erotica: How I survived the fickle world of freelance writing (theguardian.com)
The long read: Gabrielle Drolet had always dreamed of being a writer. But when disability closed down most of her opportunities, a strange career began
Unanimous Supreme Court makes it easier to sue schools in disability cases (npr.org)
Chief Justice John Roberts wrote the unanimous opinion, with Justice Clarence Thomas, joined by Justice Brett Kavanaugh, and Justice Sonia Sotomayor, joined by Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson writing separate concurring opinions.
What your millennial status purchase says about you (aureliastclair.substack.com)
It’s been a minute since I’ve spammed your inbox and I’m blaming my Saturn Return. I’ve been evaluating my life, wasting time, being objectively unproductive. No comedy gigs, no newsletters, no new podcast project like I’ve been planning. This year I even skipped the Melbourne Comedy Festival for the first time in 5 years (not counting covid). Not putting on a show felt like a big, but necessary risk. My days have been slow and boring, on purpose. After years of hustling on multiple jobs and creative projects, it’s been nice doing less, to be honest. But now, I feel myself wake from this creative hibernation. I’m keen to go to gigs and watch live shows and even put pen paper again. There’s things on my to do list from January that I’m only getting around to now, and that’s okay. I’m now giving myself the grace I’d give a good friend, and I invite you to do the same. I pulled this silly little post from the drafts folder to get back into the rhythm of this newsletter. You’ll be hearing from me again soon
Learning Disability Week 2025: Visibility, Inclusion, And Breaking Barriers (criplife.co.uk)
Discover Vijay Patel’s inspiring story during Learning Disability Week 2025. Explore the challenges and triumphs of living with a learning disability, and learn how this year’s theme, “Do you see me?”, celebrates visibility, inclusion, and empowerment.
AXSChat with Susanna Laurin (axschat.com)
Susanna Laurin is Managing Director and Chair of the Funka Foundation, a Research and Innovation Center focusing on end user involvement, disabilities, empowerment and accessibility. As an internationally acknowledged expert in EU accessibility policy and legislation, she has been a thought leader in the field of digitalisation, inclusion and e-government for more than 20 years and she is a frequent international lecturer and debater.
When (and Why) Employers Can Legally Deny Disability Accommodations (disabilityhorizons.com)
When can U.S. employers legally deny disability accommodations? Learn what the ADA allows, what it doesn't, and how workers can respond to a denial.
Stump care being an amputee (findingyourfeet.net)
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What I owe people (carlyfindlay.com.au)
As my one year anniversary of surgery and cancer diagnosis comes closer, I’ve been reflecting on how much of myself I’ve given. Writing has been a way to process it all, and also to educate and raise awareness - particularly because when I was told I might have cancer, there was no info on cancer
Keah, where the hell you been loca? (tellmeeverything.substack.com)
Well, recovering mostly.
Why Being a Pain in the Ass is Crucial to Getting Good Healthcare (crippingupsex.substack.com)
The lives of people with disabilities are often medicalized, but our sexual health is mostly ignored.
European Accessibility Summit 2025 (edf-feph.org)
The European Disability Forum is thrilled to invite you to the 5th European Accessibility Summit, organised with the support of Microsoft. The Summit, taking place in Brussels and online on October...
CreatorCare (revivehealththerapy.com)
Launching first in California CreatorCare Mental Health Support for Digital Creators Co-Created by Revive Health Therapy & Creators 4 Mental Health Connect to a therapist now Discounted Therapy for Creator Life Being a creator is more than a job—it’s personal. But the pressure to always be online, stay relevant, and navigate inconsistent income can take
D-30 DISABILITY IMPACT LIST — Diversability (mydiversability.com)
Honoring People with Disabilities Globally Who Are Making A Difference.
Texas Conference for Women (Home) (txconferenceforwomen.org)
The Texas Conference for Women promotes, communicates and amplifies the influence of women in the workplace and beyond. We are committed to helping close the pay gap, eliminate gender discrimination
Diversability Leadership Collective (diversability.mn.co)
The Diversability Leadership Collective is a members-only space to advance disability leadership, advocacy, and influence. We foster meaningful connections and offer resources and opportunities to help accelerate you. We hope that this space will become your springboard to join us in elevating disability pride. Visibility, Access, Community, Allyship
Essay: The son of Steve Irwin of 'Crocodile Hunter' fame promotes his father's legacy of conservation (delawarecurrents.org)
Robert Irwin, son of Steve Irwin, of "Crocodile Hunter" fame, at a Las Vegas gala spoke of carrying on his father's legacy of conservation.
Arielle Dance’s Blood Health Journey - Society for Women's Health Research (swhr.org)
In my early twenties I survived two pulmonary embolism (PE) incidences.
‘Still a Mother’ gift boxes recognize NYC mothers grieving slain children (brooklyn.news12.com)
With each of the boxes comes a sense of comfort for mothers still grieving.
A Life Well-Loved (alifewell-loved.org)
A space to nurture your well-being and get back to what truly matters.
Home caregiver claims CDPAP payroll delays led to fatal lack of care for her patient (cbs6albany.com)
A Capital Region caregiver claims delayed pay under New York’s Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program (CDPAP) had fatal consequences
Supreme Court to consider use of multiple IQ tests in determining death penalty (eu.usatoday.com)
Decades ago, the Court said inmates who are intellectually disabled can't be executed. Now, it will weigh the use of intelligence tests in death penalty cases.
A Story About Not Being Sorry About My Disability (rollingwithit.substack.com)
Or: Pity Has No Place in My Life
Living that Supermarket Sweep Lifestyle (rebekahtaussig.substack.com)
When You Push Your Body Beyond Its Limits
INDEPENDENT LIVING SURVEY 2024 (enil.eu)
Disabled People’s Perceptions of Independent Living in Europe.
WHEN POLITICIANS THINK THEY'RE IN A MOVIE: THE MADNESS OF POLICY BY FICTION. (sirrobinmillar.substack.com)
Watching a political leader say, “I binge-watched a Netflix show, so I know how to fix schools,” is like a drunk issuing medical advice after seeing a TV drama set in a hospital.
Pride and protest don't have to be loud (lucywebster.substack.com)
Hello, Last week I wrote that Pride feels different this year, with queer and disabled people (and lots of other groups, especially immigrants) under attack around the world.
13 Disabled MPs Changing The Face Of British Politics (criplife.co.uk)
Discover the stories of 13 disabled MPs and MSPs serving in the UK in 2025. This article highlights their impact, the legacy of past disabled politicians, and a new government steering group supporting future disabled MPs into elected office.
“No, I’m not visiting someone - I am the someone” (linkedin.com)
A cheeky look at the curious case of mistaken identity for wheelchair users and disabled people across the UK. Le me paint a picture for you: You're queueing patiently at the local café, eyeing up a scone that’s got more clotted cream than actual pastry.
British women are being jailed under archaic abortion laws. MPs can act to end that this week (theguardian.com)
Women will really have the right to choose if politicians vote to revoke this Victorian-era legislation, writes Guardian columnist Frances Ryan
Learning Disability Week 2025 (dancesyndrome.co.uk)
Monday 16th June sees the start of national Learning Disability Week 2025. This year the theme is “Do you see me?”
How Autistic Individuals can Develop Financial Independence - Part 1 (life-with-aspergers.blogspot.com)
A blog about living with Asperger's Syndrome and Parenting Children with Asperger's Syndrome.
Applications open for Canada Disability Benefit June 20 (disabilityinsider.com)
The Minister of Jobs and Families and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario, the Honourable Patty Hajdu, announced that persons with disabilities will be able to apply for the new Canada Disability Benefit (CDB) as of June 20, 2025.
Guardian writer Frances Ryan named one of Vogue’s 25 women ‘defining Britain’ (theguardian.com)
Magazine says Ryan’s efforts to spotlight lives of disabled people are ‘needed more than ever’
‘Labour has made me feel like a scrounger’: disabled people urge welfare cuts rethink (theguardian.com)
People who rely on personal independence payments tell how cuts will affect them as chancellor rules out U-turn
Accessible Toronto Travel Guide (newsletter.tabifolk.com)
Discover accessible travel in Toronto with this guide to barrier-free transportation, attractions, hotels, and tips for visitors with disabilities.
The rise of end times fascism | Naomi Klein and Astra Taylor (theguardian.com)
The governing ideology of the far right has become a monstrous, supremacist survivalism. Our task is to build a movement strong enough to stop them
When Joy Comes With Terms and Conditions (kaetran.substack.com)
For disabled music lovers, getting to a concert takes more than a ticket — it takes grit, planning, and luck. It's a test of endurance long before the music starts.
7 Compelling Reasons to Advocate for MMJ Accessibility (disabilityhorizons.com)
7 clear reasons why better access to medical cannabis (MMJ) matters—for health, dignity, and real treatment options in both the UK and US.
Why disability inclusion is your next business advantage (digitalmag.theceomagazine.com)
A New Story Is Emerging About Dementia (nytimes.com)
The tragic narrative sounds different depending on who’s telling it.
How To Prepare for Your First Psychiatric Evaluation (disabilityhorizons.com)
Worried about your first psychiatric evaluation? Learn whatto expect, what to bring, and how to prepare for low-stress first session with psychiatrist.
Kiki MacDonald recognised in King’s Honours List 2025 for her services to disabled people and the charity sector (euansguide.com)
A blog post by disabled access charity about their founder, Kiki MacDonald, being recognised in King’s Honours List 2025 for her services to disabled people and the charity sector.
Ministers step up efforts to quell growing rebellion over UK welfare bill (theguardian.com)
Whips increase pressure on MPs and No 10 drawing up contingency plans for ministerial changes as vote nears
The Best Seats of the Show (sobadass.me)
There are six seats across the middle section of the front row of the auditorium. Our seats are the middle two, the front, middle two seats, the best seats of the show. At Christmas, I had opened the envelope with trepidation, it was slim and light and not a real envelope but an A4 sheet […]
Living at the intersection of queer and disabled (ignitebykerigray.com)
This article highlights how ableism and queerphobia intersect during Pride Month and calls for accessible, inclusive LGBTQIA+ spaces.
Recovering from Narcissistic Abuse as a Disabled Person: 10 Empowering Steps to Reclaim Your Life (disabilityhorizons.com)
Disabled people face unique risks of narcissistic abuse. Learn 10 trauma-informed steps to heal, set boundaries, and reclaim your life safely.
How to Make Accessibility "Stick" (buttondown.com)
A simple, bold graphic showing three square icons side by side. The first icon on the left is a green checkmark labeled "YES" below it. The middle icon is a...
Government pledges to review accessibility laws but its response to scale of failings ‘lacks urgency’ (committees.parliament.uk)
The Government has promised a review of the legislative framework relating to disabled people’s access to all transport services, following a report by the Transport Committee.
Self-driving taxis that are not accessible will be allowed pilot scheme licenses, government suggests (disabilitynewsservice.com)
Companies will be allowed to launch self-driving taxis and minibuses in pilot schemes in England as early as next spring even if the vehicles are not accessible to disabled people, the government has suggested.
FOP Friends (activehands.com)
Helen from the charity, FOP Friends, talks to us about her son's diagnosis and her work to support those with the very rare condition, FOP.
Vision Awareness Training for Bus Drivers Rolled Out Across UK (pocklington.org.uk)
Thomas Pocklington Trust (TPT) and its network of volunteer-led UK Sight Loss Councils have launched approved training materials for bus and coach drivers, which are now being shared nationwide. The move addresses gaps identified in RNIB’s recent ‘All Aboard?’ report (2025), as well as findings from TPT and SLC’s 2023 Listening Month Campaign and subsequent bus travel mystery shopping exercise.
Think Inclusive (shows.acast.com)
Listen to episodes and learn more about Think Inclusive. Think Inclusive brings you conversations about inclusive education and what inclusion looks like in the real world.
Everything You Know About Disability is Wrong Podcast (easterseals.com)
Everything You Know About Disability is Wrong is a podcast for the disability community by the disability community, hosted by two disabled women.
KIT Earns Reaccreditation from IACET (kit.org)
KIT’s IACET reaccreditation reaffirms our commitment to high-quality, evidence-based training in disability inclusion and behavior support.
New research center launches with focus on disability (disabilityinsider.com)
A new multi-year research partnership between La Trobe University and the Summer Foundation will significantly increase Australia’s evidence base in housing and support for people with disability. This new partnership will help meet the critical knowledge needs of the NDIS reform agenda by understanding what works in driving better quality services and true innovation.
Persons with disabilities face new setback in accessing nutrition care (disabilityinsider.com)
Dietitians Australia has raised serious concerns over a proposed cut to allied health service price limits under the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), warning the move could severely restrict access to safe and essential nutrition care for persons with disabilities.
Supreme Court Sides With Teenager in School Disability Discrimination Case (nytimes.com)
Disability rights groups had followed the case closely, warning that arguments by the school district could threaten broader protections for people with disabilities.
Reeves only a ‘gnat’s whisker’ from having to raise taxes in autumn, says IFS – UK politics live (theguardian.com)
Institute for Fiscal Studies says Treasury figures for projected efficiency savings are not credible
The Meaning of 'Handicap' (hilo.hawaii.edu)
Many disability rights advocates hate the term "handicap." Some of them claim that the term has an evil and insulting history, and they hate it for this history. Most of these histories are myths. I'm writing this small commentary to dispel the myths.
You Ask, I Answer: What is Disability Justice? (meriahnichols.com)
Disability rights are about access; disability justice is about liberation, community, and intersectionality. It asks us to go beyond laws and build a world where all disabled people can truly belong and thrive.
Reeves rules out disability benefit cuts U-turn but says rules may be tweaked (theguardian.com)
Chancellor says criteria for getting personal independence payment are being reviewed
Stalled progress on disability goals prompts global call (disabilityinsider.com)
Nearly all the Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) indicators for persons with disabilities are off track, the UN deputy chief said on Tuesday, as people from around the world gathered for the largest annual meeting on disability-related issues.
Why Emotional Intelligence Is a Helpful Tool for Disabled People – And How You Can Build It (disabilityhorizons.com)
This Easy Read article explains what emotional intelligence is and how it can help disabled people feel more confident, stay calm, and build better relationships.
Extending the bus fare cap: a welcome step (bususers.org)
Bus Users UK has welcomed the announcement in today’s Spending Review to extend the £3 bus fare cap until 2027.
Manchester City fans take legal action against club over season-ticket policy (theguardian.com)
The club now require attendance at at least 10 league matches to renew a season ticket and Trade Union Blues warns fans ‘face exclusion’ as a result
What It Sounds Like When Young People SPEAK (respectability.org)
SPEAK. follows five high school students as they prepare and compete in one of the world’s largest public speaking competitions. Viewers learn the stories of Noor, Noah, Sam, Mfaz, and Esther, the two-time reigning national champion in the Oratory division.
A Guide to 2025 Disability-Inclusive Films at Bentonville Film Festival (respectability.org)
Guide to 2025 Disability Inclusive films at Bentonville Film Festival
A Guide to Disability-Inclusive Films at DC/DOX ’25 (respectability.org)
The DC/DOX ’25 Film Festival, taking place June 12-15, highlights several disability-inclusive films. DC/DOX is a vibrant documentary film festival in the nation’s capital, celebrating bold voices, innovative visions, and dedicated truth-seekers in the art of non-fiction storytelling.
Pave Your Way With Chronic Illness - my new book! (lifeofpippa.co.uk)
Pave Your Way With Chronic Illness is a journal designed to help you reconnect with your identity while managing a life-altering condition.
How do you go open water swimming if you’re blind or in a wheelchair? (bbc.co.uk)
And Dr Grace Spence Green, the woman disabled by a falling man at a shopping centre
AI Audio Translation & Dubbing for Broadcasting - Webinar with AI-Media & ElevenLabs (ai-media.tv)
Discover how AI-Media and ElevenLabs use AI to deliver real-time audio translation, dubbing, and expand global broadcast audiences.
Future-proofing aged care and disability services in Gilgandra (disabilityinsider.com)
Gilgandra Shire Council (GSC) have taken home the Highly Commended Award at the 2025 NSW Local Government (LG NSW) Excellence Awards, for their project ‘Future-Proofing Aged Care and Disability Services in Gilgandra’.
'Deafblindness': more than meets the eye and ear (disabilityinsider.com)
Because it involves the interaction of hearing and vision impairments, so-called 'deafblindness' creates unique challenges that go beyond those of each condition alone. When both senses are impaired, the usual compensatory methods no longer work, resulting in more complex communication and accessibility barriers.
Lets talk about age (diskussions-experiment.de)
Age is always on our minds — join us for an experimental evening exploring our perceptions, questions, and personal reflections on aging.
How to enjoy the beach safely as a senior this summer (independent.co.uk)
Here is some advice on how to enjoy beach outings comfortably, confidently and safely this summer.
Designing for Common Ground (a11ynews.substack.com)
Inclusive design is a wonderful word, but what we actually need is designing for the minimal common denominator.
Episode 129: Spontaneity Is IMPOSSIBLE (theaccessiblestall.com)
When you’re disabled, we mean. Know what we mean? Of course you do. Listen to us ramble about it. Click here for a transcript for this episode. xoxo, emily and kyle
Act Now: Regulations That Ensure Buildings Are Accessible At Risk (respectability.org)
If proposed changes are implemented, builders would no longer be required to meet established accessibility standards.
Is it Inclusion? Test Your Knowledge! (theinclusiveclass.com)
Inclusion, inclusive education, game, disabilities, education
This One Page Could Change Your Next IEP Meeting - Here’s How (meriahnichols.com)
The One Page Profile is a simple, strengths-focused way to introduce your child beyond labels or diagnoses. It helps teams understand who your child really is—and it’s free and easy to customize.
As a Disabled Person, I Rarely See People Like Me on TV (huffingtonpost.co.uk)
I feel the same way as Idris Elba. Because as a disabled person, I rarely see "people like me" on television or in the media either. The numbers speak for themselves. There are 11million disabled people living in Britain today. Yet just 2.5% of people on screen are disabled.
Plan to improve transport integration and frequency unveiled for... (bususers.org)
Cabinet Secretary for Transport and North Wales, Ken Skates, has announced plans for an 'integrated, high-frequency' public transport network for North Wales with 'frequent metro services at its...
Stopgap – Dance Company (stopgapdance.com)
Stopgap Dance Company is driven by a diverse creative team who uses dance as a movement for change