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‘I don’t care about looking weird’: are we finally listening to the dangers of hearing loss? (theguardian.com)
As cases of tinnitus rise, earplugs for live music are becoming more popular – as is the deeply uncool act of asking for the volume to be turned down
EEOC: Employer refused remote work for employee who had stroke, violating ADA (hrdive.com)
Working on site was not an essential function of the employee’s job responding to customer inquiries, according to the lawsuit.
A new era for The View From Down Here (lucywebster.substack.com)
Hello and welcome to this very pretty, new-look The View From Down Here!
From the Archives: How do people learn to use a white cane? (laurawissiak.substack.com)
An oldie but goldie to celebrate White Cane Day!
How to… Plan for Emergency Situations (accessiblelink.substack.com)
Developing processes for the safety of disabled people during emergencies
Government support for Get Online Week 2024 (abilitynet.org.uk)
House of Lords launch for Get Online Week 2024 highlights free events and ideas for improving digital inclusion including webinars and workshops.
The Employment Rights Bill: BDF responds (businessdisabilityforum.org.uk)
Responding to the publication of the Government’s Employment Rights Bill, Business Disability Forum has welcomed the spirit of the proposed legislation but highlighted some key missed opportunities for disabled people and employers, particularly around Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) reform and Access to Work.
Virtual Access (superfestfilm.org)
Superfest offers virtual access to all our 2024 films on Eventive, an online film festival platform. Once you have your passes, you can watch the films any time for the next 4 days (96 hours)!
Staring: Different as a Parent? (disabledparenting.com)
I’ve dealt with people staring at me my entire life. Ever since I can remember, people would stare, surprised that I don’t have any legs and only have one arm. I’ve always just ignored it, or tried to ward off pesky starers by staring back, or saying something “clever.”
Really, no need to be embarrassed for liking us (beautyability.com)
I recently wrote a blog post on the bizarre subject of people feeling embarrassed for being attracted to wheelchair-users, as if it’s akin to finding a child or corpse attractive. I have been countlessly taken aback by backhanded compliments since my spinal cord injury stemming from this. Eg: “So and so found you hot, BUT he was too embarrassed to say so…to anybody.”
Sexy plus-size disabled model is challenging beauty norms (nypost.com)
Katie Knowles, 25, is the UK’s first plus-size disabled model, thumbing her nose at the degenerative disc disease and spinal stenosis that have forced her into a wheelchair– which she rode wearing lingerie on a recent photo shoot.
Tinu Abayomi-Paul, writer, disability advocate, and person with Long COVID, dies at 52 (thesicktimes.org)
Atinuki “Tinu” Abayomi-Paul, a prominent writer and disability advocate, died on September 26 at home in Texas. She was 52. Abayomi-Paul was well known in the Long COVID and disability community for her writing, speaking, and mutual aid organizing. She was the founder of Everywhere Accessible, an advocacy organization which she launched in 2019 to
Everywhere Accessible (everywhereaccessible.com)
Disabled people are everywhere. We're 20% of the world. And 1 in 4 of Black Americans. Therefore, everywhere should be accessible. Take action with us.
About Mel (melchua.com)
A quick-hack personal website Mel could use some help upgrading (see below).
The Sonya Massey Case Was a Microcosm of Systemic Failures and Mistrust in Law Enforcement (msmagazine.com)
The Sonya Massey Case Was a Microcosm of Systemic Failures and Mistrust in Law Enforcement, Especially for Black Women With Mental Health Issues.
Illinois sheriff whose deputy shot Sonya Massey says it will take rest of his career to regain trust (apnews.com)
The Illinois sheriff whose deputy fatally shot Sonya Massey in her home after she called 911 for help says it will take the rest of his professional life to rebuild trust in his agency.
Sonya Massey's family reflect on her life and a death that sparked national outrage (nbcnews.com)
Massey’s family says she enjoyed cooking and doing hair and that she loved her children fiercely.
From Class War to Carceral Violence: How Covid Still Shapes our Struggles (blindarchive.substack.com)
WATCH: The Political Economy of Covid - Death Panel Podcast Session at the 2024 Socialism Conference
Hurricane Milton Confirmed What Disabled Citizens Feared Most (atmos.earth)
America’s persistent shortcomings in disaster planning continue to disproportionately threaten the lives of disabled people.
Sickness can be 'death sentence' in Gaza as war fuels disease (middleeastmonitor.com)
In Gaza, falling ill can be a death sentence. Cancer patients are waiting to die, polio has returned and many of the doctors and nurses who might have offered help are dead, while the hospitals they worked at have been reduced to rubble.
Prevalence of Living Wills in U.S. Up Slightly (news.gallup.com)
Forty-five percent of U.S. adults say they have a living will, up from 40% in 2005. Americans remain supportive of euthanasia and doctor-assisted suicide.
30,000 died in fiscal 2023 waiting for disability decisions from Social Security (nextgov.com)
SSA Commissioner Martin O’Malley sat down with Nextgov/FCW recently to talk through the agency’s biggest challenges, including how it delivers disability assistance.
Gentrified mental health has undermined access for the seriously ill (afr.com)
The high costs and limitations of access are unquestionably privileging the privileged.
Urge Gov. Abbott to Stop Robert Roberson’s Execution (innocenceproject.org)
Mr. Roberson would be first person in the U.S. executed based on the discredited shaken baby syndrome hypothesis. Act now.
California officer shoots and kills boy, 15, holding gardening tool (theguardian.com)
Civil rights advocates call for release of police bodycam video after Ryan Gainer killed on Saturday by deputy responding to 911 call
Iceland halts deportation of seriously ill Palestinian boy after public protests (middleeastmonitor.com)
An 11-year-old Palestinian boy with Duchenne muscular dystrophy was returned to Landspitali Hospital in Reykjavik this morning after spending eight hours at Keflavik Airport, where he and his family were awaiting deportation to Spain. Police officers had taken Yazan Tamimi from the hospital’s Rjodrid nursing and rehabilitation department late last night, where he was receiving care for his neurodegenerative condition. Yazan, who requires constant medical supervision, was asleep when the police arrived.
Congestion Pricing Opponents Are Blocking Disabled Access to Mass Transit, Politicians Charge (nyc.streetsblog.org)
Just as the MTA begins to speed up new elevator construction, anti-congestion pricing lawsuits threaten to put the effort on ice.
‘Disenfranchised, Under-Resourced Populations Are Burdened With Enforcing Major Federal Regulation’ (fair.org)
"How would we go about suing every single time we have our rights violated, when that happens every single day?"
Why One School District Spent $1 Million Fighting a Special-Education Student (wsj.com)
A California case exemplifies the rising legal disputes pitting school districts against parents seeking assistance for their children under federal law.
The Body She Had (plough.com)
Rosemarie Garland Thomson asks why parents are not spared the terrible freedom of having to choose whether to have a child with a disability.
Black People Have A Disproportionate Connection To Dementia (essence.com)
Wendy Williams isn't alone. Dementia may not discriminate, but there are significant racial disparities in diagnosis and treatment.
Curator - Disability Arts Online (disabilityarts.online)
Hours: 2 days per week (14 hours) | Actual salary: £16,800 - £19,200 per annum Disability Arts Online (DAO) is pleased to announce an exciting opportunity for a passionate and visionary Curator to spearhead the delivery of an exciting new aspect of DAO’s creative programme. Informed by lived experience of…
Void Decryption ERROR: Experimental Dance (indiegogo.com)
A groundbreaking dance work that combines visual art & technology.
Alison Lapper: ‘I have mother’s guilt that Parys is no longer in the world’ (independent.co.uk)
Her own mother told her she was ugly and unlovable and despite her fame as an international artist, never told her daughter she was proud. Then Lapper lost her own son to depression and addiction... Here, she tells Bill Borrows how she found the strength to keep going and why, at 60, her desire to change perceptions is as strong as ever
BBC One - In My Own Words, Series 1, Alison Lapper (bbc.co.uk)
Alison Lapper explores her life through art and archive.
Disabled Erotics (abronsartscenter.org)
Disabled Erotics explores the connections among kink, BDSM, disability intimacy, and state-sanctioned debilitation. This course will explore the legacies of important kink scene figures like Audre Lorde and Bob Flanagan to consider how pain, labor, and excess relate to intimacy, inspection, and production. A culminating creative project will explore interdependence and the relationship between disability and BDSM.
Have wheels, will travel: Can Singapore be more wheelchair-friendly? (straitstimes.com)
Better infrastructure has led to vast improvements to wheelchair users’ lives over the decades, but more can be done.
Emirates Showcases New Services and Innovations to Aid Passengers with Disabilities (ittn.ie)
Emirates has showcased a number of new services and innovative products for use by people with disabilities making it easier for them when flying or travelling through an airport.
The World is Accessible (theworldisaccessible.com)
Founded in January 2018 as a vibrant Facebook group, The World is Accessible has grown into a thriving community dedicated to promoting accessibility and inclusivity. In 2023, inspired by the group’s incredible growth and the passionate engagement of our members, we launched a monthly newsletter to further our mission of making the world a more accessible place.
Q&A: SAS director highlights importance of equitable accommodations (theithacan.org)
Since 2018, Ian Moore, director of Student Accessibility Services, has been working to implement equitable accommodations for students at Ithaca College.
Opinion: ADA accessibility at Willamette: What’s working and how do we make it better? (willamettecollegian.com)
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was signed into law in 1990 by President H.W. Bush. Since then, public buildings and infrastructures have shifted to ensure people with disabilities are able to utilize public spaces. One place these accommodations were implemented was universities, and Willamette is no different. It’s not uncommon to see automatic door buttons, ramps or elevators on a college campus. But what does Willamette do well? And where is Willamette falling short?
Making Higher Education Accessible to All: The Global Impact of InclusiveU (Podcast) (news.syr.edu)
InclusiveU Director Brianna Shults and student Matthew Falanga discuss the life-changing opportunities InclusiveU affords its students, how InclusiveU has m ...
Just Ask: Accessibility & Disability at UND Conference (campus.und.edu)
Information about UND's Campus Accessibility Working Group and its annual conference, Just Ask
Revisions to Americans with Disabilities Act Title II now require accessibility conformance for all digital content (news.vt.edu)
Virginia Tech is committed to equal access and opportunity for all students, employees, and visitors to our campus. With this commitment, critical revisions to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Title II now require accessibility conformance to Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) for most digital content provided by the university or through paid third-party resources by April 24, 2026. These revisions will impact all areas of the university.
Reframing Disability: Accessibility, Allyship, and the Power of Friendship (events.zoom.us)
Treten Sie diesem Event per die Zoom-Anwendung, Webbrowser, Telefon oder der Zoom Room bei. Sie sind sich nicht sicher, ob Ihr Gerät mit diesem Event kompatibel ist?
Students - Workforce Recruitment Program (WRP) (wrp.gov)
Gain career development and potential work experience in Federal Government and use your skills and talents to serve the public. The Workforce Recruitment Program (WRP) recruits college students and recent graduates with disabilities for a database that managers use to hire for internships or permanent jobs. Your application and resume will be available to employers for one year through the WRP website.
FCC Adopts New Accessibility Requirements for Video Conferencing Services (dwt.com)
New rules set accessibility-related performance objectives for video conferencing providers, equipment manufacturers, and software suppliers and lay out requirements intended to facilitate the integration of Telecommunications Relay Services into video conferences.
Parliamentary Report Demands New Disability Employment Strategy to Get More V I People Into the Workforce (pocklington.org.uk)
A new report by the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Eye Health and Visual Impairment (APPG) has exposed the damaging effects of negative employer attitudes on employment rates for blind and partially sighted people. The findings show a long history of outdated views, misconceptions, and discrimination, leading to the exclusion of visually impaired people from the job market, significantly impacting their lives.
Princeton's Policy on Digital Accessibility ensures equal access for all (inside.princeton.edu)
The policy reinforces digital accessibility as an essential component of the University’s DEI commitment.
UCalgary researcher leads exploration of urban accessibility barriers across the globe (ucalgary.ca)
Transdisciplinary project one of 18 to receive SSHRC Insight Grants
Column: The Ackland's EnChroma glasses reveal ongoing struggle with campus accessibility (dailytarheel.com)
"The inclusion of these glasses showcases a clear interest in catering to all visitors and creating accessible, diverse spaces. Yet, this singular change emphasizes the many different ways the museum remains inaccessible for people with disabilities."
Five ways to make higher education more accessible to neurodivergent people (timeshighereducation.com)
By making workplaces more neurodivergent-friendly, we can improve the environment for everyone. Here are five ways to do it
Research Article (Preprint): “Uncovering the New Accessibility Crisis in Scholarly PDFs” (infodocket.com)
The article (preprint) linked below was recently shared on arXiv.
NorQuest College Announces Accessibility Certification for Four Buildings (educationnewscanada.com)
NorQuest College proudly announces that four of its buildings have received the prestigious Rick Hansen Foundation Accessibility Certification (RHFAC). The certified locations include the Career Dev.
Students with disabilities voice frustrations with campus emergency procedures (dailytarheel.com)
First-year Kira Tiller said she is uncomfortable with the emergency plans currently made for her, and she has not met a student with a disability at UNC who feels their needs are adequately supported during emergencies.
University of Guelph - U of G-Developed App Opening Doors to Accessibility (educationnewscanada.com)
Researchers at the University of Guelph are looking for ways to improve accessibility, one door at a time.
Zimmerli Intern Finds Meaning in Museum's Accessibility Efforts (rutgers.edu)
Mason Gross senior Gabrielle Carmella is an art major with disabilities who is working on an exhibition by artists with disabilities from around the world.
Human and AI: How Can We Create a Winning Partnership? (theeducatoronline.com)
AI should enhance education for all learners, fostering a future where human ingenuity and AI innovation collaborate to unlock new possibilities, writes Tony Maguire
SJSU IT Tips – Assistive Technologies (blogs.sjsu.edu)
Accessibility is a key component in the success of students, faculty, and staff at SJSU. I want to share some resources that are available through San José State, if you could use assistance with your work or studies.
Creating a more accessible campus (showme.missouri.edu)
Forward-thinking members of the University of Missouri community were recently recognized for their achievements in advancing accessibility at the Lee Henson Access Mizzou Awards.
Inclusive libraries and supporting disabled users in science (springernature.com)
Learn how libraries can boost inclusivity by making digital resources easier to access for disabled users in science publishing.
Governor Hochul Announces Second Annual New York State Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility Workforce Symposium (governor.ny.gov)
Governor Hochul announced New York State's second annual Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility Workforce Symposium.
Omnium Circus brings "I'm Possible," celebrating accessibility and inclusion, to Shea Performing Arts Center on October 20th (newjerseystage.com)
Omnium Circus will bring its jaw-droppingly, awe-inspiringly uplifting show, "I'm Possible," to the Shea Performing Arts Center in Wayne on Sunday, October 20, 2024 at 3:00pm as part of their 2024 Fall Tour. "I'm Possible" tells the story of Johnny, a young boy who dreams of joining the circus.
Putting Accessibility on the Map (eos.org)
New research demonstrates how to make radar maps more easily interpretable for people with color vision deficiency.
Accessible events from A to Z (ethz.ch)
Various events put the topics of accessibility and disability on the agenda during the Disability Rights Action Days at ETH Zurich – a review. Are you planning an event at ETH yourself? A service is available to help you organise barrier-free events.
GLAD Country Case Studies (gladnetwork.net)
In 2019, the GLAD Network highlighted the importance of investing in Organisations of Persons with Disabilities (OPDs) to ensure they can develop their skills, capacity and influence, and act as meaningful development counterparts.
How to build an inclusive website (charitydigital.org.uk)
We uncover the steps to building an inclusive website with the help of Recite Me’s Inclusive Marketing Checklist
Maintain grassroots authenticity (disabilitydebrief.org)
Challenges of leadership renewal and other insights from the mailbag
Alt text for avatars or user photos (nicolas-steenhout.com)
User photos and avatars are informational images. Do use clear and concise alternate text to describe them. Otherwise blind screen reader users won't have access to the same information as sighted people.
Survey: Why America Is Obsessed with Subtitles (preply.com)
We surveyed more than 1,260 Americans on how and why they use subtitles, to find out why their popularity is on the rise.
What Can I Do? John Smith and Autistic Catholics (wordonfire.org)
John Smith discusses Autistic Catholics, his organization to help others looking for a community to be themselves and share their faith.
The Purplewashing Paradox: Big Talk, Little Walk (accessiblelink.substack.com)
How to avoid Purplewashing
Regulations for Implementing Virtual Care Technology for Patients With Disabilities (jamanetwork.com)
This Viewpoint discusses the new federal regulations that require health care institutions to develop virtual care technologies that are accessible to patients with disabilities.
Creating inclusive experiences through research practices (futurecio.tech)
Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD) reminds us of this fact and aims to get everyone talking, thinking, and learning about digital access and inclusion.
AAPD Disability Policy Download - September 2024 (mailchi.mp)
Hurricane Helene made landfall on September 26th, and more than a week later hundreds of thousands of people remain without power and access to basic supplies. Disabled people are at increased risk during disasters and experience a greater likelihood of injury and death in a disaster. The poverty and inaccessibility disabled people experience during blue sky days makes things like preparing, evacuating, and recovering from a disaster even more difficult, and disasters can cause critical gaps in services people with disabilities need to survive.
Music accessibility for d/Deaf people? How does that work? (reframingdisability.substack.com)
Music, and other accessibility at a world-class event
Map reveals US states where healthcare is least accessible (newsweek.com)
Just 55 percent of U.S. adults can access and afford quality healthcare when needed. However, this disparity varies across the country.
6 Common Accessibility Myths that Cost Brands Customers (blogs.oracle.com)
The No. 1 impediment to creating more accessible and inclusive digital experiences is false preconceptions. Do you believe any of these six myths about accessibility?
Science beyond sight makes science accessible for everyone (youtube.com)
Science Beyond Sight makes science accessible for everyone and supports science for those who are blind or have limited vision.
Ensuring Equal Access for All With Web Accessibility Compliance (informationweek.com)
Explore web accessibility compliance, its importance, challenges, benefits, and learn how a trusted partner can ensure accessibility and inclusivity for all.
How A Bottom-Up Design Approach Enhances Site Accessibility (smashingmagazine.com)
You can’t overstate the importance of accessible website design. By the same token, bottom-up philosophies are crucial in modern site-building. A detail-oriented approach makes it easier to serve a more diverse audience along several fronts. Making the most of this opportunity will both extend your reach to new niches and make the web a more equitable place.
On World Mental Health Day, Please Don't Forget the Caregivers (linkedin.com)
On World Mental Health Day, it’s time to acknowledge the caregivers among us- employees and colleagues who are balancing our work while supporting loved ones with mental health challenges. I understand this reality deeply, as it's part of my own journey.
A seismic shift in accessibility: Inclusive Spaces and Places (hospitalityandcateringnews.com)
The launch of the “Inclusive Spaces and Places” report by The Crown Estate and Grosvenor today signals a major shift in how real estate leaders are spearheading accessibility in the built environment. The report sits alongside a new working group – the Accessible and Inclusive Places Industry Group – formed to drive collaboration and change across the real estate sector.
Catching Up: Autumn 2024 news! (kfries.substack.com)
I received a curatorial research grant from the Berlin Senate to research the UK Disability Arts Movement (DAM). As part of this research, and with the support of the British Art Network Research Barriers Fund, I went to Venice to review the “Disability Arts Movement in Venice” exhibit. The review is now up at e-flux.
Accessible and inclusive design should be a priority for the property market (workplaceinsight.net)
A new report, Inclusive Spaces and Places, highlights the urgent need for inclusive design in the built environment
Accessible voting workshop highlights resources for disabled community (dailycal.org)
The Disability Cultural Community, or DCC, Center hosted and co-organized Access to Vote! — a workshop designed to showcase accessible voting options for disabled residents in Alameda County — on Wednesday.
California gets new ‘homepage’: state’s revamped CA.gov makes it easier to access government services and programs (gov.ca.gov)
Governor Gavin Newsom today announced the launch of the newly redesigned website, CA.gov, the official flagship website for the State of California. This overhaul is the latest milestone in the state’s ongoing digital strategy to improve user experience, accessibility, and service delivery for millions of Californians.
Uber Keeps Denying Service to Blind People with Guide Dogs (habengirma.com)
Uber and Lyft frequently deny service to blind people with guide dogs. Help advocate for our civil rights by joining the National Federation of the Blind’s Rideshare Rally in San Francisco on October 15, 10 am to 3 pm, outside the Uber and Lyft headquarters.
Accessibility Review of the Campaign Websites for Kamala Harris and Donald Trump : Accessiblu (accessiblu.com)
We compared the 2024 Presidential Candidates against WCAG. Learn how the Harris and Trump campaign sites measured up to WCAG 2.2 AA!
There’s an Urgent Need for Accessible Medical Care for Women With Mobility Disabilities (abcactionnews.com)
From exam rooms to mammography machines, many medical facilities are simply not equipped to accommodate women with mobility disabilities, putting their health at serious risk.
Is your ad campaign accessible and inclusive? (thinkwithgoogle.com)
Google’s Official Digital Marketing Publication. Explore advertising best practices any brand can adopt now for accessible and inclusive ad campaigns.
The Crown Estate and Grosvenor call for improved accessibility and inclusivity standard across UK real estate (thecrownestate.co.uk)
Grosvenor and The Crown Estate have today launched a new report that sheds light on the challenges faced by people with physical and hidden disabilities when accessing and working within buildings and public spaces across the UK.
(25) The Advantage of Remote Work for Persons with Disabilities and Its Value to the Larger Business Community (linkedin.com)
As we mark National Disability Employment Awareness Month, it is critical to acknowledge how remote work has emerged as a transformative force in modern business, especially for persons with disabilities. By offering flexibility and eliminating many barriers present in traditional work environments, remote work provides unprecedented opportunities for people who face physical, sensory, or cognitive challenges. Furthermore, the widespread adoption of remote work benefits not only individuals with disabilities but also the larger business environment in terms of productivity, diversity, and sustainability.
How Transportation Employees Can Offer Services to Users with Disabilities in Safe, Respectful Ways to Create More Accessible Communities (blog.easterseals.com)
Transportation is more than just a means of getting around; it’s a gateway to how we all access our community and society. When transportation services are inaccessible, disabled individuals are excluded from many aspects of life, including employment opportunities and social events.
Doorbell project improving accessibility for shoppers in St Neots (bbc.com)
Ms Owen says the project shows how businesses "cared" and "thought about accessibility".
Kingston resident looks to make the city more accessible (globalnews.ca)
A Kingston resident is looking to make his voice heard when it comes to speaking up for more accessibility in the area after struggling firsthand.
'An important issue': How Bradford is pushing to improve accessibility (innisfiltoday.ca)
Resident who uses wheelchair shares experience of getting stuck in elevator at BWG Leisure Centre, calls for change
NSW digital strategy targets accessibility and legacy bugbears (themandarin.com.au)
NSW public servants have been firmly reminded of their obligations to ensure digital systems are useable by everyone.
At Spain’s Liber Barcelona: A Call for Clarity on the EU Accessibility Act (publishingperspectives.com)
Publishing professionals at Liber 2024 in Barcelona voice concerns about the EU Accessibility Act; Fondazione LIA’s guidance may be useful.
Metro Stations in Jaipur to Undergo Accessibility Audit for Disabled Access (timesofindia.indiatimes.com)
The Jaipur Metro stations will soon be subjected to accessibility audits aimed at improving facilities for the disabled, following complaints about inadequate infrastructure and services.
Why using 'accessible' washrooms leaves me full of embarrassment, light on dignity (cbc.ca)
Going to the washroom is something that I cannot take for granted. Having a physical disability, wide doors and a little extra personal space should be given to the areas that are supposed to be wheelchair accessible, writes Alex Lytwyn.
Saudi Arabia expands services at Grand Mosque, enhancing accessibility for elderly worshippers (gulfnews.com)
New electric shuttle services and prayer rooms for elderly pilgrims at Grand Mosque
Fashion show in Bitola - people with physical disabilities demand better accessibility to institutions (slobodenpecat.mk)
Members of the Association of Persons with Physical Disabilities "Mobility" from Bitola, Demir Hisar and Resen are seeking better accessibility to institutions and practical instead of declarative support for their requests.
Three-star cap for hotels who don’t prioritise accessibility – Bradley (donegallive.ie)
Senator Bradley outlined how the current Fáilte Ireland star-rating system does not account for hotels’ accessible facilities and an appropriate level of awareness and respect among staff
‘Let Me In’ Accessibility Programme visits Hampshire Railway (railadvent.co.uk)
The Watercress Line in Hampshire recently welcomed students from Treloar School through their ‘Let Me In’ programme, which is aimed at enhancing accessibility in public venues.
Mayor urges people to ‘be aware’ of accessibility on Make Way Day (westmeathindependent.ie)
The impact of obstacles such as parked cars, wheelie bins and street signs on people with disabilities were highlighted during the seventh Make Way Day in Athlone on Friday.
Spinal and Injury Association calls for greater accessibility for people living with disabilities (fijivillage.com)
The Spinal and Injury Association of Fiji will continue to fight and advocate for accessibility on the roads, transportation and making Suva barrier-free for people with disabilities.
Julie Helen: 'It is difficult to describe the dread I feel around wheelchair accessibility in new places' (echolive.ie)
Read Julie Helen's weekly column in WoW!
8 of the best accessible adventures to book right now (wanderlustmagazine.com)
Everything is bigger in North America – and the further north you go, the more that becomes true. Audley Travel’s Alaska Cruise & Canadian Rockies by Train private tour offers a loose itinerary you can tailor to fit your needs, swapping a walking tour for, say, a boat cruise of the glacial Lake Minnewanka or taking in Canada’s Icefields Parkway from a sidecar. Certainly, little beats a journey on the Rocky Mountaineer train, whose domed windows reveal peaks and boundless forests as you arrow west from Jasper to Vancouver. From there a cruise picks its way along the Inside Passage, where calving glaciers and waters filled with humpbacks and orcas offer a wild highway into Alaska, where boat trips to the ice-sculpted fjords of Glacier Bay and the gold-rush town of Skagway expand your pupils and horizons.
Making waves for people with disabilities: Europe's beaches are becoming more accessible to all (euronews.com)
Although there have been some improvements, people with disabilities still face challenges in accessing beaches in Europe. Meet the people fighting to make beaches accessible to all.
OCR secures agreement with Maryland to ensure people with disabilities who apply for/participate in TANF and HHS-funded programs receive accommodations support.
How the Biden-Harris Administration Is Ensuring Voting Accessibility (americanprogress.org)
Disabled voters face significant barriers to voting, which the Biden-Harris administration has taken significant action to address.
Accessible Aroostook: service and assistance animals in housing (wagmtv.com)
Landlords are allowed to ban pets from their properties, but did you know they must accommodate all service and assistance animals? NewsSource 8′s Rothery Sullivan has more in this next segment of Accessible Aroostook.
Book chronicles deaf football team's rise to state champions (video.kqed.org)
In 2021, the football team at the California School for the Deaf made it to the state championship but suffered a disappointing loss. In 2022 and 2023, they made it back and won. A new book chronicles that run and the abilities that make these players formidable on the field. Stephanie Sy has a look for our reporting on the intersection of art and health and our arts and culture series, CANVAS.
Accessible Aroostook: mother speaks on impact of inaccessibility (wagmtv.com)
In this next segment of Accessible Aroostook, NewsSource 8′s Rothery Sullivan spoke to a parent who has been impacted by a lack of accessibility in the community.
Greenwich's new study reveals making school buildings accessible will cost $10M more than expected (greenwichtime.com)
A new study shows that making most of Greenwich's 15 schools compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act will cost $10M more than initially thought.
When will the U.S. enact negotiated rulemaking for accessible IFE? (runwaygirlnetwork.com)
When it comes to accessible IFE, the U.S. has taken two steps forward with a laudable consensus only to take one step back with inaction.
Two Wisconsin Towns Must Provide Accessible Voting Machines Following DOJ Lawsuit (democracydocket.com)
Following a lawsuit from the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ), the Wisconsin towns of Thornapple and Lawrence must equip all polling places with at least one voting machine that is accessible to voters with disabilities during the upcoming election.
Federal court issues injunction against Wisconsin town requiring use of accessible voting system (weau.com)
The Justice Department announced today that a federal court in the Western District of Wisconsin has entered a preliminary injunction requiring the Town of Thornapple, Wisconsin, to comply with federal law by offering an accessible voting system at each of its polling places during the Nov. 5 federal general election.
How accessible are Pennsylvania’s elections? (spotlightpa.org)
Join Spotlight PA for a virtual event on Oct. 17 to learn more about voting access in Pennsylvania and what your rights are.
Voter accessibility at forefront of U.S. Sen. Brown visit in Mansfield (richlandsource.com)
Ohioans with visual or hearing impairments are often overlooked in the political process — a topic discussed with U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown.
Feds investigate accessibility at Darien's Ox Ridge School after mom complains over missing curb cuts (stamfordadvocate.com)
The sidewalks at Ox Ridge Elementary school lack curb cuts, according to a Darien parent who has filed a complaint against the district.
AURORA of CNY, Syracuse Regional Airport Authority present first Blind Immersion Experience (eaglenewsonline.com)
On Oct. 3, AURORA of Central New York partnered with the Syracuse Regional Airport Authority to present the first Blind Immersion Experience at the Syracuse Hancock International Airport in recognition of World Blindness Awareness Month.
FAA to define safety criteria for wheelchairs in the cabin (runwaygirlnetwork.com)
FAA is working to define the criteria necessary to allow someone to remain in their personal wheelchair during flight using a tie-down.
Today, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), through the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), released a Request for Information (RFI) and a sample list of prescription drugs that the agency preliminarily intends to include under the proposed Medicare $2 Drug List Model, which was developed in accordance with President Biden’s Executive Order 14087, “Lowering Prescription Drug Costs for Americans”.
Gilbert Parks and Recreation reaffirms its dedication to inclusivity by renewing its Certified Autism Center™ (CAC) designation. This renewal, awarded by the International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES), highlights the department’s ongoing efforts to provide a welcoming environment for autistic and sensory-sensitive individuals and their families.
Moodle Announces Pursuit of FedRAMP Ready Designation for Its Already Accessible WCAG-Certified LMS (kxan.com)
Moodle, the leading customizable eLearning solution, is pursuing FedRAMP certification and plans to be listed on the FedRAMP marketplace soon.
CTDOT Updating ADA Transition Plan (portal.ct.gov)
The Connecticut Department of Transportation (CTDOT) is updating its Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)/Section 504 Transition Plan to showcase the agency’s commitment to providing an accessible transportation network for all while meeting federal ADA requirements.
Breast Cancer Awareness Month: The Fight for Accessible Medical Care for Women with Disabilities (globenewswire.com)
Paralyzed Veterans of America Demands Urgent Need for Accessible Medical Facilities and Services.
MicroStrategy battles GenAI's 'trough of disillusionment' with latest accessibility-centered update (kmworld.com)
MicroStrategy Incorporated, a pioneer in AI-powered business intelligence, is debuting the latest iteration of MicroStrategy ONE, the fully cloud-native AI/BI platform for solving some of the world's toughest data challenges. The newest version centers on the power of generative AI (GenAI) to make enterprise data and insights more readily available to all employees, including the less-technical frontline.
Dubai Airports partners with Community Development Authority to enhance accessibility (zawya.com)
This partnership seeks to enhance services for travellers with visible and hidden disabilities and drive long-term social change, setting new standards for accessibility in the aviation sector
Disability Network honors Southwest Michigan advocates of independence, accessibility (rapidgrowthmedia.com)
Two Southwest Michigan residents and an organization were honored by the Disability Network Southwest Michigan for their work to advance independence and accessibility.”
Cathedral City Earns Certified Autism Center™ Status, Enhancing Accessibility for All (wate.com)
"We are incredibly proud that Cathedral City has achieved the Certified Autism Center™ designation from IBCCES,” says City Manager Charlie McClendon. “This certification reflects our unwavering commitment to creating an inclusive community where everyone can thrive. By enhancing our understanding of autism and adapting our services, we're not just improving accessibility – we're fostering a culture of acceptance and support.”
Nature Conservancy unveils accessibility improvements at Santa Fe Canyon Preserve (yahoo.com)
Just 2 miles from the Plaza, the Santa Fe Canyon Preserve has opened one of the first trails in the nation designed for easier access for those who use canes, walkers or wheelchairs. It also has a braille-friendly trailhead map and an audio tour (soon to be available in Spanish as well as English) to help those with visual impairment experience the preserve's sights and history.
Visitor accessibility excellence to be recognised at Museums + Heritage Awards (museumsandheritage.com)
Ahead of entries opening, this year it has announced a new category for 2025 – the Visitor Accessibility Award which will recognise cultural institutions that have made significant strides in improving access for all visitors.
Access Award: Seeking Nominations for Businesses in Recognition of NDEAM (shrewsburyma.gov)
Join the Commission on Disabilities in recognizing National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) and nominate a local business for an Access Award!
Siteimprove Acquires MarketMuse To Bridge Content, SEO, And Accessibility (forrester.com)
The combination of Siteimprove and MarketMuse points to a new era for content strategy and AI-driven approaches to the content lifecycle.
Level Access Appoints Mark Zablan as CEO to Drive Growth and Innovation (businesswire.com)
Level Access, the leading provider of digital accessibility solutions, today announced the appointment of Mark Zablan as Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Virgin Atlantic deploys sign language-trained cabin crew (aerotime.aero)
Virgin Atlantic has become the first UK airline to offer British Sign Language (BSL)-trained cabin crew on its flights, a major step towards making travel inclusive for all.
Disability Ministries Grants 2024 (blogs.elca.org)
Thank you for considering Disability Ministries to potentially help fund your request or initiative via grant. Grant applicants are required to follow the guidelines below to be eligible to receive grant funding through Disability Ministries.
London Gatwick awarded ACI Accessibility Enhancement accreditation (dfnionline.com)
The accreditation recognises the airport’s commitment to accessibility services.
Parks & Recreation announces accessible trackchair program (lexingtonky.gov)
The pilot program for an Action Trackchair allows for more inclusive access to unpaved trails at natural area parks.
City offering free accessible trick-or-treat lawn signs this Halloween (cambridgetoday.ca)
By displaying a lawn sign, you are letting trick-or-treaters know that your home is accessible and you’re helping raise awareness around accessibility
School board gives architects direction for stadium accessibility (newtondailynews.com)
Other NCSD properties, like the high school, also pose challenges for people with mobility issues
Wheelchair Accessibility Boosted At Manassas Battlefield Park (patch.com)
New all-terrain wheelchairs at Manassas National Battlefield Park will help visitors better access more of the park.
New accessibility feature questionnaires published (visitbritain.org)
Tourism businesses can use the questionnaire to identify the key accessibility features in their business and list these on their websites to provide high-level accessibility information.
Out & About: Groups to study trail accessibility (vnews.com)
During the early days of the COVID-19 pandemic, Vermont’s trails — like many others throughout the country — saw increased use and interest.
BioWare Reveals New Dragon Age: The Veilguard Accessibility Options (wccftech.com)
BioWare has released a new blog post that shows all of the accessibility options that have been implemented into Dragon Age: The Veilguard.
Switch 2: Will Nintendo Finally Take Accessibility Seriously? (ign.com)
Although Nintendo games are often accessible by design, it's hardware and system options need a lot more work.
"Line-up announced for GAconf accessibility conference" (gamespress.com)
GAconf is a game development conference dedicated to making games more accessible to gamers with disabilities, hosted by the IGDA's accessibility SIG. The event features talks and networking for all disciplines of the games industry, exploring recent and future advances in game accessibility. The USA 2024 event is hybrid, both a free to attend online event held through Zoom and Discord, and an in-person gathering in Redmond.
Practical Accessibility Tips You Can Apply Today (piccalil.li)
Kevin Andrews shares some useful snippets of markup with handy explainers to help you deliver more accessible components.
The New Waymo-Hyundai Partnership Reminds That Autonomous Vehicles Matter For Accessibility, Agency (forbes.com)
Initial testing of the Ioniq fleet will begin by late next year, with the cars being available to Waymo One riders "in the years to follow."
Evri aims to be most accessible parcel company as it teams with disability equality charity Scope (retailtechinnovationhub.com)
UK parcel delivery company, Evri, has announced a range of doorstep delivery improvements for people living with a condition or impairment and a partnership with disability equality charity Scope.
Aira brings greater accessibility for low vision and blind people at the Strong National Museum of Play (rochesterfirst.com)
The Strong National Museum of Play this week announced a new partnership with an app called Aira. The app, meant for people with low vision or blindness, will connect you to a live professional visual interpreter to help you better see the world around you and even navigate through daily tasks.
Inside Whirlpool’s Commitment To Create Innovative Home Appliances ‘For Everyone’s Home’ (forbes.com)
Whirlpool’s aspiration, according to Frayer, is to "make appliances for everybody’s homes," the implication being disabled people are included.
LambdaTest Launches Screen Reader for Enhanced Accessibility Testing on Android Devices (finance.yahoo.com)
LambdaTest introduces the Screen Reader feature, empowering developers to ensure mobile apps comply with WCAG standards, fostering inclusivity for users with disabilities.
Accessible Help Desk: Revolutionizing Remote Technical Support for Users with Disabilities (accessiblehelpdesk.com)
In today's digitally driven world, accessibility is no longer a mere option—it's a necessity. As technology continues to permeate every aspect of our lives, ensuring that digital tools and services are accessible to everyone, including individuals with disabilities, is paramount. Accessible Help Desk emerges as a groundbreaking solution, building upon the capabilities of Remote Incident Manager (RIM), to provide fully accessible remote technical support tailored for blind and disabled end-users.
Xiaomi India Expands Its Customer Accessibility Options With Sign Language Support (thecsruniverse.com)
Xiaomi India has launched a dedicated Sign Language Support feature to bridge the communication gap for hearing and speech-impaired users, ensuring a seamless and inclusive customer experience.
How Airbnb.org Helps Make Housing Accessible To All—Even Paralympic Athletes (forbes.com)
The organization’s work has "run the gamut" globally, he said, with the team helping survivors of of natural disasters like the aforementioned hurricanes.
Rocks, tree roots and stairs are no match for BCIT-built BEAST power wheelchair (vancouversun.com)
Led by Jaimie Borisoff, the BEAST is entered in Cybathlon, a competition of assistive technologies to help people with disabilities
Home Depot’s Rollout Of Apple Pay Reminds Apple Pay, Accessibility Are One (forbes.com)
Miller further writes that at least one report has cited Home Depot deploying Apple Pay only at its self-checkout terminals, not the traditional checkout lanes.
IBCCES unveils revolutionary accessibility app at AccessAbilities Expo 2024 (zawya.com)
Empowering people of determination
How Autobrush Is Aiming To Make Toothbrushing Accessible To Everyone (forbes.com)
The lack of "proper" brushing and flossing can lead to serious dental conditions such as periodontal disease.
Style Meets Accessibility: Cutting-Edge Restroom Solutions for Everyone (archdaily.com)
Explore how innovative restroom solutions, like The Splash Lab's Superloo concept, merge style and accessibility to meet ADA standards.
Presley’s Place: The ‘Gold Standard’ for Accessibility in Airports (blueskypit.com)
Pittsburgh International Airport is one of the first airports in the world to offer a sensory room for travelers, but its impact extends far beyond its city’s three rivers.
Stagecoach puts spotlight on decarbonisation and accessibility (cbwmagazine.com)
Stagecoach recently welcomed Under-Secretary of State for Local Transport Simon Lightwood MP, along with Bus Users UK, to its Barnsley depot in celebration of Catch the Bus Month.
How ChatGPT Voice Has Made The World More Accessible (forbes.com)
ChatGPT's Advanced Voice just blew my mind. OpenAI are continuing to push the boundaries of AI and bring latest developments to all users. Here's how education benefits.
From Hearing to Sight: Accessibility Through Smart Glasses (nerdbot.com)
Google may have officially discontinued production and development of the Google Glass in 2015 — nearly a decade ago — but still, the smart glasses industry stays strong today, blending smart and wearable technology with fashion and functionality to fit different consumer needs and preferences.
May Mobility: AVs must prioritise safety and accessibility (automotiveworld.com)
To win over an increasingly distrusting public, AV technology must recast itself as a pillar of local communities and not a threat. By Stewart Burnett.
Olympic Museum receives grant to improve accessibility (adirondackdailyenterprise.com)
With a grant from the Lake Placid Education Foundation, the museum now provides EnChroma glasses, which enhance colors for individuals with red-green color blindness, along with a number of other accessibility enhancements.
Universal Modifies Disability Access At Theme Parks (disabilityscoop.com)
Some of the nation's most popular theme parks are quietly making changes to their procedures for accommodating visitors with disabilities.
Beyond 6 Seconds: Work experience in an autism employment program (sites.libsyn.com)
First impressions can take only 6 seconds to make! But if you’re neurodivergent, those quick judgments about you can be misleading.
Agile’s insistence on co-location is disabling (thudfactor.com)
Does “face to face” communication require our bodies to be in the same space, too?
User ‘wants’ versus accessibility (tempertemper.net)
When getting to grips with accessibility, there’s often a tension between what users ask for and doing things in an accessible way.
Compare colors (colors.fyi)
Add a comma seperated list of colors to find out which pairs of colors are accessible or not.
Can generative AI help write accessible code? (tetralogical.com)
Like many inventions before it, Generative AI is changing the way we do things. Like those inventions that went before it, Generative AI is capable of great good and great harm, and like the humans that used those inventions before us, we need to be smart about the way we use Generative AI.
Malin Hammarberg and Sara Kjellstrand / Digital serenity: How to reduce user stress ... #id24 2024 (youtube.com)
Have you ever felt stressed out when conducting an errand online? You are not alone. Many users find themselves overwhelmed by complex and unstructured interfaces.
Heydon Pickering / The Folly of Chasing Demographics #id24 2024 (youtube.com)
People with disabilities are different. Not only different from those without disabilities but different from other people with disabilities and even different from other people with the same disabilities. Different experiences, different circumstances, different adaptations, different preferences, different everything. So why do we design for 'screen reader users' or 'keyboard users', for example, like they're all the same person? Are there less clumsy (and insulting!) ways to approach inclusion?
Radicalized by a soap dispenser (kwon.nyc)
I get frustrated when things don’t work. Increasingly I have been getting especially frustrated when things that are fancy don’t work, because I feel bamboozled. The other day, I went to wash my hands in the bathroom at work, and the automated soap dispenser/foamer didn’t work. I was awkwardly placing and retracting my hands under the sensor repeatedly like please sir… just a bit of soap to wash my bathroom hands… and nothing.
AXSChat with John Graham (axschat.com)
John Graham shipped out on a freighter when he was 16, hitchhiked through the Algerian Revolution at 19 and was on the team that made the first ascent of Denali’s North Wall at 20, a climb so dangerous it’s never been repeated. He hitchhiked around the world at 22, working as a correspondent in every war he came across. A US Foreign Service Officer for 15 years, he was in the middle of the 1969 revolution in Libya and the war in Vietnam. To the young Graham, adventure was everything, and each brush with death only pushed him to up the ante—and to bury ever deeper the emotional life needed to make him whole.
Paralysed right-to-die activist ‘would be livid’ over lack of change to laws (theguardian.com)
Daughter of Tony Nicklinson, who died in 2012, says he would be frustrated by new bill’s likely exclusion of those who are not terminally ill
Are your characters tragically disabled or magically disabled? (medium.com)
In other words, do we need to make fun of you?
Students with Disabilities: School Year Prep 101 (blog.christopherreeve.org)
Preparing for the school year can often be nerve-wracking for any student. For students with disabilities, their worries about school starting are unique and can vary.
Louisvillians discuss the importance of workplace inclusivity (spectrumnews1.com)
Greg Willett, Louisville's new coordinator of Disability and Access Services, is tasked with creating equal access to opportunities and resources for the city's disability community. He has Becker Muscular Dystrophy, a genetic disease resulting in progressive muscle weakness.
Disability Is Not Scary! (disabilityrightsflorida.org)
With one of their favorite holidays just around the corner, co-hosts Maddie and Keith delve into a serious discussion on using disability as a tool for instilling fear in others, all in the name of Halloween fun. From dressing up in offensive costumes to visiting eerie museums and reopened haunted institutions, the hosts explore how disability history and the disabled community have been intentionally disregarded in favor of a cheap thrill.
Neurotribes: The Legacy of Autism and the Future of Neurodiversity (bookshop.org)
What is autism? A lifelong disability, or a naturally occurring form of cognitive difference akin to certain forms of genius? In truth, it is all of these things and more--and the future of our society depends on our understanding it. Wired reporter Steve Silberman unearths the secret history of autism, long suppressed by the same clinicians who became famous for discovering it, and finds surprising answers to the crucial question of why the number of diagnoses has soared in recent years. Going back to the earliest days of autism research, Silberman offers a gripping narrative of Leo Kanner and Hans Asperger, the research pioneers who defined the scope of autism in profoundly different ways; he then goes on to explore the game-changing concept of neurodiversity. NeuroTribes considers the idea that neurological differences such as autism, dyslexia, and ADHD are not errors of nature or products of the toxic modern world, but the result of natural variations in the human genome. This groundbreaking book will reshape our understanding of the history, meaning, function, and implications of neurodiversity in our world.
Ticket to Work: A Life Changing Program for People on Social Security Disability Insurance (respectability.org)
Learn about a Social Security Administration initiative that helps disabled people find and keep employment while maintaining their Social Security benefits.
Norfolk: NHS 'sorry' after woman dies waiting for ambulance (bbc.com)
NHS apologises after mother dies of heart attack waiting for an ambulance.
Is Ad Land Really Changing? (newmobility.com)
From a Kleenex tearjerker about a man and his dog to a sweet Honey Maid offering of an aunt bonding with her niece, Ad Land has never featured so many wheelchair users.
I Finished My Book! / Make Art Not War (kamredlawsk.com)
I finished my book!! Pretty much. I’m a caterpillar length away from the finish line. I sent the pages off at 5am the other morning.
Pressure mounts on Rachel Reeves to drop ‘dangerous’ £1.3bn cut to benefits for disabled (theguardian.com)
Thousands could lose up to £4,900 a year if the plan is retained in the forthcoming budget
The Penguin on HBO Max: How Stuttering is Portrayed in the Media (westutter.org)
See how The Penguin on HBO Max portrays stuttering through Victor Aguilar and its impact on media portrayals of stuttering.
Reporting on Disability with Sensitivity, not Sensationalism (niemanreports.org)
When people with disabilities are portrayed in reporting as only heroes or victims, it's harder to address the issues that affect them.
The problem with a technology revolution designed primarily for men (qz.com)
The underlying design assumption is that girls and women are not normal consumers in their own right, but defective or “wrong sized” versions of men and boys.
Disability-led comedy exacts revenge on special school experience (educationhq.com)
Playwright Kath Duncan was born with only half her left arm and half her right leg.
Carol Gill – On the Day of Her Memorial Gathering (notdeadyet.org)
On August 31st, Carol Gill, my long time mentor and friend, passed away. Some, perhaps many readers of this blog may not be familiar with Carol’s work or role in the years leading up to my founding of Not Dead Yet. Below are the thoughts I sent to be shared on this day of her Memorial gathering in Illinois.
‘It’s a tragedy because everyone dies – not because he’s disabled’: the creatives casting Richard III in a new light (theguardian.com)
The Lyric theatre Belfast’s new take on Richard III is produced by, and stars, disabled people. But bringing fresh authenticity to Shakespeare’s storied tragedy was not without its challenges
Minister of Basic Education: “No child should be left behind” (thedeafdiary.com)
The Minister of Basic Education, Ms Siviwe Gwarube said children with special needs should not be neglected due to their disabilities.
Specially designed video games may benefit mental health of children and teenagers (hub.jhu.edu)
Can gamified interventions help fight the youth mental health crisis? A new report from Johns Hopkins researchers says yes
Simone Biles’s Mental Health Advocacy Is Profoundly Impacting Women, According to Study (swimsuit.si.com)
The Female Quotient and Suzy found that the gymnast has inspired a large proportion of women ‘to prioritize their mental health.’
Our new partnership helps fashion designers create products for everyone (blog.google)
We’re working with leaders in the fashion industry to bring product inclusion and equity to New York Fashion Week.
Banca Sella becomes the first bank in Italy and Europe to use a QR Code for blind and visually impaired people (finance.yahoo.com)
Banca Sella has become the first bank in Italy and Europe to adopt TQ Braille. TQ Braille is an innovative tactile identification tool developed by Piedmont-based company Arti Grafiche Parini that, thanks to a QR Code, makes data and information about products, services and other initiatives accessible to blind and visually impaired people.
Leading UK provider of respite holidays for severely disabled people to close (theguardian.com)
Revitalise says challenges ‘insurmountable’ due to local authority cuts, higher running costs and fall in donations
Nimbus Disability Partnership With Purpl Addresses Cost Of Living Challenges For Disabled People (criplife.co.uk)
Nimbus Disability has teamed up with Purpl to ensure more disabled people have equal access to a wide range of products, venues and events. Purpl is the UK's first discount programme, designed to help the disabled community offset the cost of being disabled.
Wer wird mit dem Dr. Elisabeth Wundsam-Hartig Preis 2024 ausgezeichnet? (kobinet-nachrichten.org)
"Wer wird mit dem Dr. Elisabeth Wundsam-Hartig Preis 2024 ausgezeichnet?" Dieser Frage geht der österreichische Online-Nachrichtendienst BIZEPS nach. Am 23. November 2024 wird um 11:00 Uhr zum zehnten Mal der in Österreich verliehene Dr. Elisabeth Wundsam-Hartig Preis für selbstbestimmtes Leben verliehen. Erstmals wird in diesem Rahmen auch der Jugendpreis in Erinnerung an Elisabeth Pozzi-Thanner vergeben. In der Kategorie "außergewöhnlicher persönlicher Einsatz zur Förderung der Selbstbestimmung behinderter Menschen" werden eine Frau und ein Mann ausgezeichnet.
Transform Your Teaching with Expert Support Services (theinclusiveclass.com)
Are you looking to create more inclusive learning environments in your school or organization? Do the teachers in your district need a mentor, coach, or thought-partner to guide their inclusive practice?
New Medicaid rule expected to lower wait times for home-based care, raise caregiver wages (statnews.com)
New CMS rule requires home-based care providers use 80 percent of their Medicaid reimbursements toward compensation for their workers.
Harris’ Medicare proposal could transform long-term care for the middle class (19thnews.org)
In announcing her plan for long-term care on the popular morning show “The View,” the vice president spoke directly to caregivers and older adults, most of whom are women.
✂️ "I hate people being anxious, I don't want people to be anxious" says NDIA CEO about the changes to the NDIS (youtube.com)
On this episode of Reasonable & Necessary, Dr George is joined by Rebecca Falkingham, CEO of the National Disability Insurance Agency. In this exclusive interview, they talk through the changes to the NDIS Act that come into effect today and explain what these changes mean for participants.
'It horrified me': British actor Liz Carr takes on MAID in Canada British Actor Liz Carr takes on Canada's MAID laws (canadianaffairs.news)
'We have seen everything that we feared come true in Canada,' says actor Liz Carr, on how MAID laws have affected people with disabilities
Superfest (superfestfilm.org)
We will gather in person for Superfest Disability Film Festival's 38th festival. Will you join us? We are grateful to our new host venue: the San Francisco Exploratorium at Pier 15. The screenings will take place in the Kanbar Forum, which can be accessed separately from the main entrance to the museum (so if navigating the crowded kid museum seems daunting to you, worry not!). We have back-to-back screenings with different films at each, so come for one or join for the whole day, as spoons allow. The afternoon screening will include a panel with some of our 2024 filmmakers.
Grand Designs episode branded ‘best ever’ over disabled young mother’s dream home (independent.co.uk)
‘We’ve created something beautiful in the eye of the storm,’ said Kara, who now has her dream home
Videography Opportunity for Nationwide Project (dancesyndrome.co.uk)
You may have read the recent news that DanceSyndrome has been commissioned to deliver our bespoke ‘Inclusion in Action’ workshops as part of a new national Foundation of Nursing Studies’ (FoNS) programme for inpatient Ward Managers who are working across mental health, learning disability and autism (MHLDA) services.
Rise Of The Rebels (touretteshero.com)
This spring we launched Rebel Play, a creative research project to collect the positive play memories of disabled children and adults and use them to inspire new accessible activities and experiences.
The Relativity of Living Well (disability-visibility-newsletter.ghost.io)
One of the things that infuriates me to no end is the misconception that we are living in a post-pandemic society. That everything is ok and in the past tense. Slowly artists, writers, and poets are making sense of what has happened AND is happening right now. I'm so happy to be able to offer 3 paperback copies to anyone in the US or Canada of The Relativity of Living Well, a debut poetry collection by Ashna Ali. I read this book and was very moved by it. Details below.
How Meditation Helps Me Deal with Disability Grief (newmobility.com)
I have spent the past decade slowly but surely morphing into an affluent white woman. Tickets to the Metropolitan Opera at least once every month during the season? Check. Living with my family on the Upper East Side? Check. And, I just started meditating. Yahtzee! Before you think I’m going to start selling jewelry on Etsy and eating avocado toast, let me just say I started meditating not to “manifest my best life,” but to deal with the complexities of disability grief.
Buffalo Kids review – CGI old west adventure with a big, warm heart (theguardian.com)
Three children and a puppy traverse 19th-century America in this wholesome family film – which is especially admirable for its representation of disability
Kym Marsh among parents cherishing new baby loss certificates (bbc.com)
Parents can get a baby loss certificate if they lost a child up to 24 weeks in pregnancy before September 2018.
The Evolution of Disability in Film: After the Accolades, the Work Continues (pbs.org)
Learn about the ever-changing relationship society has with disability as seen in films from the Lumieres to Herzog to Titicut Follies and Crip Camp.
All Personal Feeds (feedly.com)
Welcome to Feedly — the platform where businesses and curious minds stay ahead of the curve! We're passionate about helping teams track competitors, discover new trends, and research emerging security threats. Feedly AI is a collection of machine learning models that automatically collect, analyze, and help you share actionable insights from millions of sources in real-time.
Harris to announce plan for Medicare home care benefit (thehill.com)
Vice President Harris will announce a plan Tuesday to offer a new Medicare benefit for home care for seniors in an effort to focus on the challenges of caregivers, according to a senior campaign official.
Harris proposes Medicare cover home care costs to help the 'sandwich generation' (npr.org)
Harris used ABC’s The View — a popular daytime television talk show — to unveil a new pledge squarely aimed at women who take care of aging parents as well as their own kids.
I believe in us (lucywebster.substack.com)
On the slippery nature of hope
From Forest Trails to Flight of Stairs: The BEAST Redefines Wheelchair Mobility (assistivetechnologyblog.com)
Here's a more concise 4-sentence excerpt for WordPress:Dr. Jamie Borisoff's journey from Paralympic gold medalist to innovative engineer embodies resilience and ingenuity. Leading BCIT's MAKE+ team, he's revolutionizing mobility with "The BEAST" - a wheelchair that conquers stairs and rough terrain alike. As they gear up for Cybathlon 2024 in Switzerland, Borisoff and his team are pushing the boundaries of assistive technology. Their mission: to transform lives by reimagining what's possible for wheelchair users worldwide.
TGA signs Jack Taylor (thegaltonagency.com)
Jack is very excited to join the team at TGA. He trained at Mountview Academy of Theatre and Arts on the acting course, earning himself the Lawrence Olivier Bursary Award. He brings a buzz and a raw energy to everything he works on. He’s credited with a role on EastEnders filming 6 episodes as Tez, mixing it up with the Mitchells.
LGBTQ+ eating disorders on Heartstopper and Tom Gates author, Liz Pichon (bbc.co.uk)
Teen drama Heartstopper has gained a huge following on Netflix and the third series, which has just dropped, is no different. This time the love story between Nick and Charlie comes with the added complexity of Charlie’s eating disorder.
How generative AI can transform the workplace and drive inclusivity (abilitynet.org.uk)
Generative AI is rapidly becoming a transformative force in the workplace, promising significant efficiency gains and creativity boosts.
Women claim they were booted off Spirit flight for crop tops (bbc.com)
The TikTok user, whose videos of the incident have gone viral, claims she and her friend were discriminated against.
Perfect attendance records in the US: Legal or Discriminatory? (buttondown.com)
I belong to a social media group where HR topics are discussed. At least once a year, usually at the beginning of fall, someone posts a question about how to incentivize people to show up for work or how to implement a perfect attendance award. This year was no exception, triggering me to write about this topic in my blog. Why this time of the year? It’s when respiratory illnesses like RSV and influenza increase as children bring home viruses from school and generously transmit them to their parents.