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Hand-picked news about inclusion, accessibilty and innovation
Disability Victory Launches As First Organization to Boost Political Power of Disabled Progressives (disabilityvictory.org)
Today, Disability Victory announces its launch as the first organization dedicated to building the political power of disabled progressives through training, networking, and leadership development.
Don’t take the wrong message from ADHD headlines (businessdisabilityforum.org.uk)
The Panorama documentary focused on whether ADHD was over- or mis-diagnosed, particularly in private clinics, and whether proper medical checks or diagnostic procedures were not being conducted during ADHD assessments.
A decade after the Tories demonised disabled people on benefits, it’s happening again (theguardian.com)
Never mind that the DWP itself found that some disabled people can’t afford food or heating, politicians and the media need scapegoats.
What the Advisory on Teen Social Media Use and Mental Health Missed (themighty.com)
"Teen social media use can have a profound risk of harm to the mental health and well-being of children and adolescents."
Wheelchair Airline Travel as a C6 Quadriplegic (quirkyquad.com)
Flying on a commercial airline as a wheelchair user with a significant mobility impairment requires a lot of preparation, a sense of humor, and the ability to vocalize your needs. The experience can be undignified and embarrassing, particularly when transferring to the plane chair. Airline reform is needed, and many are working towards it.
Ready, Set, Summer: A Must-Have Inclusion Resource for the Future of Summer Camps (kit.org)
Learn how to foster an enjoyable and inclusive camp experience by developing the skills you need to manage challenging behaviors.
‘I don’t care, I know I look good’: Dan Daw on kink, disability and ‘powerful crip joy’ (theguardian.com)
The Australian dancer set out to create his ideal sub-dom experience on stage. Could it help audiences express their desires in the world outside of sex?
Cipriano & Pape: Building a Climate of Belonging in Schools Opens the Door for Robust — and Joyful — Teaching and Learning (educatingalllearners.org)
Can you think of a time you found yourself somewhere new and were given a sign that people like you didn’t belong there? Walked into a restroom holding your infant and there was no changing table? Noticed the street signs were in a language you didn’t know? Realized you were the only Black person there? Needed a ramp and there were only stairs? Signs like these likely triggered a feeling you should leave and never go back.
Special Education Is Complex. New Partnership Will Give Indiana and Maryland Families Free Support (educatingalllearners.org)
From low expectations and a dire shortage of special educators to isolation and informal suspensions, a quality education is not easy to obtain for U.S. students with disabilities. Caregivers of children with disabilities must become experts at advocating for their children in order to get the support they need. Today, Lids Foundation announced that is providing a $50,000 grant to The Arc to give Indiana and Maryland families free access to The Arc@School, an evidence-based special education advocacy curriculum. This grant has the potential to help over 285,000 children with disabilities living in those states succeed and build bright futures.
‘Deep Breaths’ (educatingalllearners.org)
When he was a first grader at Rivermont Elementary School, Mason was overwhelmed by his emotions. His principal, Jill Evans, often had to take him outside until his meltdowns subsided.
What Do You Do When You Suddenly Have $1 Billion? (forbes.com)
Danilo Iervolino started one of Italy’s first online universities at age 28 and sold it for more than $1 billion fifteen years later. Now the 45-year-old entrepreneur is trying to reinvent himself—and figure out what to do with his newfound fortune.
We've Got This: essays by disabled parents a book by Eliza Hull. (uk.bookshop.org)
The first major anthology by parents with disabilities. ‘Being a disabled parent is a rebellious act. Disabled people should have the same right to parent as anyone else, but often when we decide to start a family we are met with judgement and discrimination. We are questioned rather than supported. We have to push up against the medical system. And we have to confront society’s model of parenting. Yet, despite all this, we still choose to parent. And we are damn good at it too!’ When writer and musician Eliza Hull was pregnant with her first child, like most like most parents-to-be she felt a mix of nerves and excitement. But as a disabled person, she faced added complexities. She wondered: Will the pregnancy be too hard? Will people judge me? Will I cope with the demands of parenting? In We’ve Got This, thirty parents who identify as Deaf, disabled, neurodivergent, or chronically ill discuss the highs and lows of their parenting journeys and show that the greatest obstacles lie in other people’s attitudes. The result is a moving, revelatory, and empowering anthology that celebrates the richness of disabled parenting in the twenty-first century.
Accessible Travel (cntraveller.com)
Find the latest stories about Accessible Travel, plus travel ideas, products, expert advice, and more from Condé Nast Traveller.
Airlines can’t be trusted with disabled people’s wheelchairs (tortoisemedia.com)
As the summer travel season approaches Lucy Webster asks why it so often means broken mobility aids and personal humiliation.
The System That Failed Jordan Neely (newyorker.com)
What a subway killing reveals about New York City’s revolving-door approach to mental illness and homelessness.
‘It’s a tax on disability’: rising English social care costs force many into debt (theguardian.com)
As outgoings exceed income, people can’t afford to pay for the support they need along with normal expenses.
On board the world’s first, full size autonomous bus service (bususers.org)
Roy Cairns, Bus Compliance Officer with Bus Users UK in Scotland was invited to travel on the world’s first, full size autonomous bus service. Roy shares his experience of the AB1 operated by Stagecoach as part of the CAVForth Project, a collaboration between Fusion Processing Ltd, Stagecoach, Alexander Dennis, Transport Scotland, Edinburgh Napier University, Bristol Robotics Lab, and the University of the West of England.
Research team receives grant to launch ‘Just Dis Tech’ project (eurekalert.org)
The team received a $502,000 grant from the Andrew Mellon Foundation to create local and regional programming for disability-led arts, culture, reflection, and technology guidance. The foundation is a nonprofit organization that funds arts and humanities work nationwide.
Small wins and big plans (lucywebster.substack.com)
Celebrating what we can.
If you don’t know how to pronounce Ichthyosis, please don’t offer me unsolicited advice (carlyfindlay.com.au)
You know, there’s absolutely no need to offer a stranger unsolicited advice, especially not a “cure”, for our disability or chronic illness.
"I've never read anything like this": A Review of Alisa Zipursky’s Book Healing Honestly (mydiversability.com)
There it is – a confession on my part right before we get into the “meat” of the book review. This is the format that Alisa Zipursky uses throughout the chapters of Healing Honestly: The Messy and Magnificent Path to Overcoming Self-Blame and Self-Shame. I feel an immense pressure to follow the format and the tone of book reviewers who have gone before me. This is a lie that my brain is telling me. The truth is that I am a different person with a different lived experience and can only review the book to the best of my ability, regardless of whether I follow in the footsteps of others or not.
The Educator's Experience of Pathological Demand Avoidance (stephstwogirls.co.uk)
The Educator's Experience of Pathological Demand Avoidance is the latest book about the PDA profile of autism to hit the shelves. Written by Laura Kerbey, a specialist teacher who is now an education and autism consultant, this book is a clear and practical guide for any education professionals who are working with PDA learners. I highly recommend it for parents too - read on to find out why!
Online presentation - The road to employment: Trinity College's programme for people with intellectual disabilities (inclusion-europe.eu)
Inclusion Europe invites the team of the Trinity Centre for People with Intellectual Disabilities (TCPID) to present what the centre is about and how it helps people with intellectual disabilities to find meaningful employment.
University Of Leeds Launching New Online Masters In Disability Studies (indiaeducationdiary.in)
The University of Leeds is opening its doors to students around the world with a ground-breaking new online Disability Studies course.
Money, Sex and Rumors: Tanzania Faces Challenges to Protect Girls From HPV (nytimes.com)
Almost all cervical cancer deaths now occur in developing countries. Tanzania is trying to inoculate girls against the virus that causes the disease — nearly 20 years after rich countries began offering the shot.
Jordan Neely: The Lost Lives Of Young, Disabled Black Americans (newsone.com)
Disability status doesn't protect Black men, women, or children from anti-Black violence, which explains indifference to Jordan Neely’s life.
Covid Kills One Person Every Four Minutes as Vaccine Rates Fall (bloomberg.com)
After more than three years, the global Covid emergency is officially over. Yet it’s still killing at least one person every four minutes and questions on how to deal with the virus remain unanswered, putting vulnerable people and under-vaccinated countries at risk.
Less talk, more action: Advocates critical of feds’ update on disability air services - National (globalnews.ca)
Advocates say the Canadian government needs to do less talking and act more on addressing shortcomings in accommodating those with disabilities on air flights and in airports.
DisOrgan, an interactive pipe instrument, teaches the origin of disabilities (wsbt.com)
Hear a different take on the music of disability.That's the concept spearheaded by a South Bend local who's creating an interactive sound sculpture called DisOr
CMV, a common and usually harmless virus, changed the course of this mother's life (theshow.kjzz.org)
Kathleen Muldoon is an anatomy professor who has done extensive research on prenatal care and embryonic health. But, when she was pregnant with her second child, a son named Gideon, she encountered a virus that she had never heard of; one that changed the course of her life — and her son’s.
What to do when people don't believe you're sick (urevolution.com)
Living with an invisible illness can be challenging, especially when others don't believe you're sick. Discover practical strategies to navigate disbelief, common phrases skeptics use, and how to assertively advocate for yourself.
Gifts for autistic adults: 20 thoughtful and engaging gift ideas (urevolution.com)
Looking for the perfect gifts for autistic adults? Discover 20 thoughtful and engaging gift ideas that cater to their unique needs and interests. From sensory tools to relaxation aids, this guide will help you find the perfect gift.
World Health Assembly commits to boosting global access to rehabilitation (theguardian.com)
‘Landmark’ resolution in Geneva seeks to boost neglected service in all healthcare sectors, from prosthetics to physical therapy.
Does Medicare Cover Hearing Aids? (meriahnichols.com)
Snappy, short post on the gnarly beast that is Medicare (covering hearing aids) that includes personal experience, references and related reading. Enjoy!
Life as a Black Deaf Autistic musician, AAC user and student (sites.libsyn.com)
Kaishawna is a 21 year old Deaf Black Autistic woman, clarinet player and college student who is studying to become an educator for neurodivergent and disabled students. She communicates using an Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) text-to-speech app on her iPad, sign language, and sometimes unreliable vocal speech. She is a disability advocate and aspiring author who is working on two novels that feature disabled main characters.
Ministers Alghabra and Qualtrough take steps towards ensuring disability-inclusive air travel (disabilityinsider.com)
The Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Disability Inclusion, Carla Qualtrough met with the National Airlines Council of Canada (NACC) to discuss a shared commitment to do more for persons with disabilities when they travel by air. Following a productive and candid meeting, Minister Qualtrough and the Honourable Omar Alghabra, Minister of Transport, issued the following statement.
Research uncovers link between life stressors and multiple sclerosis flares and disability (disabilityinsider.com)
A Michigan Medicine-led study finds that stressors across the lifespan — including poverty, abuse and divorce — are associated with worsening health and functional outcomes for people with multiple sclerosis.
Small wins and big plans (lucywebster.substack.com)
Celebrating what we can
Apple’s ‘The Greatest’ Continues To Win Big For Creatives And Disability Communities (www-forbes-com.cdn.ampproject.org)
As someone who became disabled later in life, I've come to understand that I can be proud of being disabled while acknowledging the complex challenges that come with it. Not everyone understands this subtle distinction — least of all in the world of creative advertising — but Apple's powerful short film, "The Greatest," is different. The 2-minute long spot, which has now been out just over six months, has racked up almost 20 million views on YouTube and been recognized as one of the top campaigns of 2022 by AdAge and Adweek, alike. But it’s not stopping there.
What we did and what we learned: Monitoring Disability Rights (chrc-ccdp.gc.ca)
This report provides a plain language summary of what people shared during the public engagement process. This report has been translated and tested by People First of Canada’s plain language team. Self advocates from across the country provided their input, expertise, and experience to help make this report more accessible through plain language. It includes Sign language videos and closed captioning. It can also be read with a screen reader.
Accessible SCUBA Diving (quirkyquad.com)
Check out behind-the-scenes footage of accessible SCUBA diving on my incredible trip to Costa Rica with Wheel the World and Il Viaggio accessible travel company. I I had only ever seen photos of folks in wheelchairs SCUBA diving, but not what was really involved with getting a quadriplegic SCUBA diving under the sea.
‘It’s a tax on disability’: rising UK social care costs force many into debt (theguardian.com)
As outgoings exceed income, people can’t afford to pay for the support they need along with normal expenses.
The Cost of Comfort with Chronic Illness (tcf.org)
I’ve always known that having a chronic illness is expensive. From a young age, I can remember my mom talking about the cost of having a “medically complex” child. Health insurance, deductibles and copays, prescriptions, physical and occupational therapy, mobility aids—it all added up. But it wasn’t until I developed several more debilitating conditions at the age of 19 that I realized the cost of chronic illness goes beyond what we typically think of as medical expenses.
Immunologist Akiko Iwasaki: ‘We are not done with Covid, not even close’ (theguardian.com)
The Yale professor and long Covid expert on why the virus is causing ongoing illness for so many, and the challenges she faces as a woman of colour in science.
94-year-old among Kentucky School for the Deaf's 2023 graduating class (kentuckyteacher.org)
Micah Tucker, Mulumba Asukulu, Beulah Hester and Alex Frahler pose for a photo with a group of friends, family and Kentucky School for the Deaf staff members.
US research finds 1 in 10 adults get long COVID after omicron (foxnews.com)
A National Institutes Health study published Thursday of American adults found that one in 10 people are getting long COVID after suffering an omicron infection.
A deaf patient had to rely on her mom and lip reading to talk with hospital staff. Now Ascension Columbia St. Mary's will pay her $35,000 (eu.jsonline.com)
The patient was admitted to Columbia St. Mary's Hospital in 2017 for surgery, but had to rely on her mother, lip reading and notes to talk with staff.
Breaking the silence: challenging stigma and misconceptions of mental illness (urevolution.com)
Challenging the mistreatment and stigma surrounding mental illness this article explores the historical mistreatment and discrimination of famous individuals with bipolar disorder and criticizes media stereotypes.
For Wheelchair Users, Finding Attendants Has Gone From Crisis to Catastrophe (newmobility.com)
Susie Angel and Sandy White were a dynamic duo in Austin, Texas. Angel was an accomplished disability advocate, editor, organizer and dancer; White was her best friend and personal care aide who helped Angel and her life partner, Juan Munoz — both wheelchair users with cerebral palsy — stay healthy and active in their own home. “We had an awesome relationship,” Munoz says.
Disability Allyship (disabilityally.substack.com)
Learn about disability, understand how you can be a better ally. Click to read Disability Allyship, by Elizabeth Wright, a Substack publication with hundreds of readers.
Drona & me (sproutflix.org)
“This is my brother Drona,” 12-year-old Arjun tells us in voice-over. Drona, who’s nine, is crazy about buses and knows the entire Amsterdam bus network by heart. He is also autistic, a fact that can prove complicated for his older brother: “Sometimes it’s tough that he has no friends of his own.”
Hundreds of Thousands Have Lost Medicaid Coverage Since Pandemic Protections Expired (nytimes.com)
As states begin to drop people from their Medicaid programs, early data shows that many recipients are losing their coverage for procedural reasons.
Career Panel: Champ (apollotheater.org)
Don’t miss this in-depth panel discussion with today’s leading Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing performing artists, creators, and musicians.
'Screaming Into a Void': Long COVID Patients Have Waited in Vain for Years for Treatments (kqed.org)
Long COVID patients say they feel largely left behind and see no end in sight to their suffering as research and trials of treatments continue to lag.
Scope publishes open letter in response to destructive disability narrative (scope.org.uk)
Scope responds to recent media coverage and debate around disability benefits.
Tally of covid-19 cases after CDC conference climbs to 181 (washingtonpost.com)
The meeting of disease detectives from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention drew 1,800 attendees.
National AccessAbility Week (canada.ca)
The National AccessAbility Week is a week for Canadians to promote inclusion and accessibility in our communities and workplaces, to celebrate our progress and to be inspired to further break down accessibility barriers.
Exclusive: More Than 70% of Americans Feel Failed by the Health Care System (time.com)
ore than 70% of U.S. adults feel the health care system is failing to meet their needs in at least one way, according to new data from the Harris Poll, shared exclusively with TIME.
A mental-health crisis is gripping science — toxic research culture is to blame (nature.com)
With researchers reporting high rates of anxiety and depression, calls are growing to fundamentally change science before it’s too late.
The 2023 Access Living Gala (accessliving.org)
The 2023 Access Living Gala is on Thursday, June 15th, at the Historic Morgan Manufacturing in the West Loop. We can’t wait to see you there!
How ChatGPT Could Help or Hurt Students With Disabilities (chronicle.com)
Teaching experts urge professors and administrators to consider how artificial-intelligence tools can help students learn and succeed.
Half of workers with invisible disabilities say difficulty getting support at work makes it not worth it, research shows (peoplemanagement.co.uk)
Tougher economic situation and budget cuts have also led to such employees not getting the help they need.
21 of the Best Films, Books, and Shows Spotlighting Experiences of Disability (vogue.com)
From Oscar-winning documentaries and brilliant books to history-making films, hilarious shows, and graphic novels.
How to explain fibromyalgia to my boss (urevolution.com)
Learn how to effectively communicate and educate your boss about fibromyalgia. Discover workplace modifications, accommodation options, and employee rights for managing this chronic condition. Empower yourself in the workplace with our comprehensive guide.
Embracing intimacy: nurturing sexual connections with fibromyalgia (urevolution.com)
Unlocking Sexual Intimacy with Fibromyalgia: Discover tips to nurture connection, enhance desire, and find pleasure. Explore alternative approaches, prioritize self-care, and learn how sex can alleviate pain. Let's navigate the challenges together for fulfilling and meaningful connections.
54% Of Brits Have Never Heard Of Aphasia (criplife.co.uk)
New research from the Stroke Association reveals over half of the British public (54%) have never heard of aphasia, despite it affecting over 350,000 people in the UK.
Seeking Community Support for Mental Health (respectability.org)
"Mental and emotional support even in a religious or spiritual framework can take many forms."
ENIL at the European Parliament for Persons with Disabilities (enil.eu)
On the 23rd of May the 5th European Parliament for Persons with Disabilities took place in the hemicycle of the European Parliament in Brussels. 700 disabled delegates from most EU member states participated. The programme consisted of three sessions, each dedicated to topics the organisers felt are currently the most relevant to the rights of disabled people.
Jack Carroll Brings ‘Mobility’ To Life In New TV Show (criplife.co.uk)
Jack Carroll is a disabled comedian, actor and writer who rose to fame after competing on ITV’s Britain’s Got Talent, performing his very funny and witty stand-up routines a decade ago. He is now set to star in a new BBC comedy called Mobility, which he also co-wrote.
Nationalrat: Digitalisierung von Parkausweisen für Menschen mit Behinderung (bizeps.or.at)
Einhellige Zustimmung fand eine Forderung der NEOS, die auf die Digitalisierung von Parkausweisen für Menschen mit Behinderung abzielt
"When You Go Through Deep Waters, I Will Be With You" (respectability.org)
Faith communities should be a place of support, spiritual connection, encouragement, and belonging for people with a mental health condition.
Conference: Assistance Personnelle et Désinstitutionalisation (enil.eu)
Join us for the online conference “Personal assistance and deinstitutionalisation” organised by the Coordination Handicap et Autonomie – Vie Autonome France and ENIL. Personal assistance for independent living is a right guaranteed by Article 19 of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, ratified in 2010 by France. Through a comparison between European practices and the French context, we will try to show that independent living with the help of personal assistance is possible in France, within the framework of a deinstitutionalisation process.
Join ENIL's Youth Leadership Programme 2023 (enil.eu)
European Network on Independent Living ENIL, is looking for 4 young people who are disabled and are active in the disability rights movement/engage in self-advocacy to send to a host organisation in another European country for 1 week.
Praying Over Disabled Individuals Is a Complex “Kindness” (respectability.org)
Ben Spangenberg and a few of RespectAbility's Fellows agreed to share their experiences when non-disabled people ask to pray over them.
Why Some People Don't View Mental Health Disabilities As Disabilities (respectability.org)
"It is essential for us as faith communities to do the work of creating spaces of inclusion and belonging for congregants and community members with mental health disabilities."
Google Displaying Accessibility Information More Prominently (disabilityscoop.com)
With a subtle change, Google is making it more obvious to users whether businesses and other public places are accessible to people with disabilities.
Photographs Show How A Lack Of Masking Is Pushing Those With Disabilities Out Of The Public Sphere (disabilityscoop.com)
With a grant from Getty Images and Verizon, a photographer is shining a light on people with disabilities and those who are immunocompromised who have lost their right to participate in public life.
Why Lumberyard Is Pivoting from Technical Residencies to Neurodivergence Inclusivity (dancemagazine.com)
Earlier this year, Lumberyard Center for Film and Performing Arts listed its Catskill property for sale. Once finalized, it will mark the end of its dedicated technical residency program, the only one in the U.S.
Public inquiry on inaccessible footbridge will be ‘line in the sand’, say activists (disabilitynewsservice.com)
A “hugely important” public inquiry into Network Rail’s plan to build an inaccessible footbridge will be a “line in the sand” for disabled activists who are determined to fight further such proposals.
British Vogue Releases Braille Edition (gdusa.com)
British Vogue has released a braille edition of the magazine’s latest issue. The publication’s editor-in-chief Edward Enninful announced the development with a post on Instagram. “The Vogue team and I are delighted by the response to the May issue, but what the process of making it taught us is that what’s most important are tangible and lasting changes,” he wrote, noting that readers are now able “to be sent the audio file, to print a Braille file of the issue at home for free or to register your interest in receiving a physical Braille copy.” Produced in collaboration with Tilting the Lens, an accessibility and inclusion consultancy company that has advised brands like Netflix and Starbucks on how to make their businesses more disability-friendly, the edition features 19 disabled people from fashion, sports, activism and the arts.
Uber, Lyft now part of NJ Transit's disability options (thirteen.org)
New Jersey Transit is trying to improve its Access Link program to provide services for people with disabilities. In December, NJ Transit reached a settlement agreement with the Department of Justice requiring the transit agency to improve Access Link. As part of the settlement, a new pilot program has been created that allows people with disabilities to use an Uber or Lyft instead of Access Link.
Google shared AI knowledge with the world — until ChatGPT caught up (washingtonpost.com)
Google's research teams helped create the AI revolution. Now executives want to make sure the company takes advantage of that knowledge first.
A shore thing: Ryde Beach set to become a haven for all with new accessibility project (onthewight.com)
Ryde Town Council partners with Unlimited Island to boost beach accessibility, offering inclusive equipment and facilities.
Memorial Day 2022: Facts, Meaning & Traditions (history.com)
Originally known as Decoration Day, Memorial Day started in the years following the Civil War and became an official federal holiday in 1971 to honor those who served and died in wars.
'Strangers become friends:' Non-profit teaches disabled people how to surf (cbs2iowa.com)
With the help of volunteers and special surfboards, they were able to help these individuals shred some waves.
Israel trip aims to forge ‘ambassadors for accessible travel’ (jns.org)
“Disabilities should not hinder individuals and their families from … participating in cultural exchanges like any neurotypical individual would,” said Michael Storz of the Chapel Haven Schleifer Center in New Haven, Conn.
People with disabilities aren't often seen in stock photos. The CPSC is changing that (npr.org)
The Consumer Product Safety Commission took photos of people with disabilities using home safety devices like flashlights and smoke alarms — then put them in the public domain for anyone to use.
He didn't want his daughter, who has cognitive and physical disabilities, to feel left out. So, he built a fully accessible theme park (cbsnews.com)
After seeing his daughter Morgan excluded, Gordon Hartman started on a quest to create a space where no one felt left out. His idea: an inclusive theme park.
Oklahomans with disabilities face long waitlists for home and community-based services (pbs.org)
More than half a million Americans are on waiting lists to receive long-term care in their homes. Most people on these lists have intellectual and developmental disabilities and sometimes need help with daily activities like cooking, maintaining a job or getting around town. Judy Woodruff spoke with families in Oklahoma waiting for the help they need. It's part of our series, Disability Reframed.
Accessibility Barriers Remain on Government Websites (governing.com)
One-quarter of adults in the United States have some kind of disability. Are government agencies doing enough to serve their citizens equally — and ensure their safety in emergency situations?
21 Questions You Should Ask People With Dementia To Bridge The 'Conversation Gap' (huffingtonpost.co.uk)
Meaningful conversations can help with loneliness and connection.
Double amputee Everest climber pledges to work for benefit of people with disabilities (apnews.com)
The first double above-the-knee amputee to climb Mount Everest has returned from the mountain pledging to dedicate the rest of his life to helping people with disabilities. Hari Budha Magar, a former Gurkha soldier who lives in Britain, reached the peak of the world’s highest mountain last week. Magar lost both his legs while fighting in the British army in Afghanistan when he accidently stepped on an improvised explosive device in 2010. Hundreds of supporters and officials, including Nepal’s tourism minister, greeted him at Kathmandu’s airport on Tuesday and offered him garlands.
NIH Pushed to Recognize Health Disparities for People with Disabilities (patientengagementhit.com)
UVA researchers are urging NIH and other federal agencies to acknowledge the disability community as a population impacted by health disparities, a move set to ignite crucial research.
Access on the Green: Wisconsin native builds website for wheelchair golfers (tmj4.com)
Tim Ochnikowski has a list. But this list of mini golf courses, isn't just for Tim. Shocked at the lack of information, Tim hit the green.
Man with paralysis walks naturally after brain, spine implants (edition.cnn.com)
New research reveals how a medical device helped one man with paralysis walk naturally again, more than a decade after an injury.
Federal, state law permit disability discrimination in Wisconsin voucher schools (wpr.org)
Private schools participating in any of Wisconsin's four voucher programs may legally expel students with disabilities if staff determines they cannot accommodate their needs with minor adjustments or deem their behavior too disruptive.
Disability and Aging Groups Join Senator Bob Casey and Hundreds of Care Advocates for a Save Medicaid Online Rally (thearc.org)
Disability and aging groups were joined by Senator Bob Casey, care advocates, and nearly 500 activists from around the country for a Save Medicaid Online Rally on May 24.
Disability community concerns among reasons Gov. Tim Walz vetoes rideshare wages bill (fox9.com)
Governor Tim Walz issued his first-ever veto Thursday to squash a bill that would've set minimum wages for Uber and Lyft drivers.
NCSC: It's Time for CISOs to Prioritize Accessibility (infosecurity-magazine.com)
Doing so will make human errors and workarounds less likely.
Accessibility should be a cybersecurity priority, says UK NCSC (csoonline.com)
Cybersecurity training, controls, and requirements that are inaccessible, especially to those with disabilities, can make businesses less secure and more vulnerable to risky behaviour.
Much work remains for N.S. to hit 2030 accessibility targets, report says (cbc.ca)
The author of an independent review of the province's Accessibility Act says there is much work to do if Nova Scotia is to meet its target of being fully accessible by 2030.
Greece makes nearly 200 beaches accessible with adaptive chairs (spokesman.com)
This summer in Europe, beachgoers with mobility issues will have more opportunities to swim in the Mediterranean without having to worry about traversing the sand. Starting in May, more than 200 Seatrac chairs will be installed at beaches to help vacationers access the sea in Greece and a few neighboring countries, including Italy and Cyprus.
The accessibility gap on streaming in India for visually and hearing impaired viewers (thehindu.com)
Despite the boom in Over-the-Top (OTT) streaming services in India, there is a huge gap in the accessibility of content for visually and hearing-impaired viewers. However, regulations for streaming in India explicitly recommend that streaming services make an effort to have their content be accessible.
‘Digital accessibility a matter of social justice, human rights’ (indianexpress.com)
Addressing the audience, Bhaumik said, “Digital accessibility is not only a matter of compliance but also a matter of social justice and human rights.
Accessibility controversy: UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak faces criticism for misusing alt text on Twitter (businesstoday.in)
Number 10, the Prime Minister's office, stated that it strives to make images as accessible as possible.
Rishi Sunak alt text tweet criticised for misusing accessibility feature (bbc.com)
The prime minister is criticised for excluding blind users by not fully describing images in a tweet.
Organisations team up to improve hotel accessibility (businesstravelnewseurope.com)
The Sustainable Hospitality Alliance is joining forces with the European Network for Accessible Tourism (ENAT) to increase “disability inclusion and promote universal access” across the hospitality sector.
Why accessibility matters: A CEO's responsibility in creating an inclusive society (emerging-europe.com)
Technology and AI can and will play a fundamental role in making the world more accessible and inclusive.
Most GP websites have accessibility errors putting millions at risk, says study (practicebusiness.co.uk)
A new study into UK GP surgeries’ websites by Nexer Digital, found that two-thirds (66%) of sites have detectable design errors, potentially excluding one-in-five users.
Mobile carriers urged to improve accessible phone plans for deaf and blind Canadians (townandcountrytoday.com)
There's a sense of worry that creeps up on Lisa Anderson every time her phone alerts her she is near the end of her monthly data limit.
LSB Shines 'Spotlight' on Financial Services Accessibility for the d/Deaf Community (thefintechtimes.com)
The Lending Standards Board has released a new report, aiming to improve accessibility of financial services for the d/Deaf community.
What Does Global Accessibility Look Like Beyond Our Borders? (unitedspinal.org)
What does global accessibility look like beyond our borders? We take you on a whirlwind tour from Venezuela to India.
Nothing about us without us: Improving digital accessibility for museum visitors (museumnext.com)
Ryan Dodge outlines how a headline exhibition at the Canada Agriculture and Food Museum gained a new lease on life. The exhibition was also made more accessible through a digitally immersive experience that was tested with disability communities.
Accessibility issues remain a barrier at Jordan’s tourist attractions (jordantimes.com)
The majority of Jordan’s tourism attractions are marked by poor accessibility standards despite some progress, according to activists.Last week, Director of the Jerash Tourism Directorate, Firas Khatatbeh announced the launch of a project which aims to increase the accessibility of archaeological sites in Jerash for persons with disabilities, Al Mamlaka TV reported.
Intel CEO Pat Gelsinger, Accessibility Boss Darryl Adams Talk Building Hearing Health Tech And More In Interview (forbes.com)
In commemorating Global Accessibility Awareness Day this week, the Santa Clara-based chipmaker behemoth announced an initiative in which they’re using technology to help make hearing aids more accessible to everyone. In a press release, Intel said it’s partnering with non-profit startup 3DP4ME to 3D print custom ear molds that connect to hearing aid electronics, delivering custom-fit hearing aids to children in Jordan, where a pilot program is currently being run. Intel notes that in the United States, and in many places around the globe, hearing aids are prohibitively expensive. “The application of 3D printing increases access to hearing aids because it is faster and less expensive than traditional manufacturing methods,” Intel wrote.
Reading a Voluntary Product Accessibility Template (VPAT) or Accessibility Conformance Report (ACR) (equalentry.com)
Procurement officers and employees responsible for purchasing products for a company may request an Accessibility Conformance Report (ACR) based on the ITI Voluntary Product Accessibility Template (VPAT).
GitHub’s Ed Summers Talks Accessibility At GitHub, GAAD, Inclusivity, More In Interview (forbes.com)
In a blog post, the company’s head of accessibility, Ed Summers, said everyone is "thrilled to celebrate the achievements" of developers who have disabilities.
The Stadium Journey Podcast 609 - Accessibility in Stadiums for the Visually Impaired (stadiumjourney.com)
Accessibility is something that many fans take for granted, but which is an important consideration for many fans. We are joined by Heather Schey from the Ocean State Center for Independent Living to discuss accessibility issues faced by sports fans with visual impairments.
Webinar: UX Spotlight: How Salesforce Used Accessibility Research in their Web Redesign (answerlab.com)
In this webinar, UX leaders highlight the benefits of accessibility research which Salesforce used in their web redesign.
Recommitting to Older Adults During Older Americans Month (endhomelessness.org)
When Older Americans Month was established in 1963, only 17 million living Americans had reached their 65th birthday. A meeting in April 1963 between President John F. Kennedy and members of the National Council of Senior Citizens led to designating May as “Senior Citizens Month,” now known as “Older Americans Month.” Every President since Kennedy has issued a formal proclamation during or before the month of May asking that the entire nation pay tribute in some way to older adults in their communities.
Laura Harper Lake: How to create an accessible and welcoming space, online and offline (unionleader.com)
Accessibility is an issue that affects all aspects of our lives. At the Regional Economic Development Center where I work as a graphic designer, it has picked up steam over the past couple years.
How Common Are 'Copycat' Web Accessibility Demand Letters? (boia.org)
Many ADA compliance demand letters contain virtually identical language — but that doesn’t mean that you can ignore them.
Mikael La Ferla Explains the Impact of Mobile-Friendly Design on Website Success (ocnjdaily.com)
Mikael La Ferla, a website development professional, discusses the profound influence that mobile-friendly design has on the digital landscape, and the key elements and strategies that can propel your website towards greater success.
Bridging the disability divide: Microsoft’s ongoing accessibility and inclusion journey (news.microsoft.com)
Disability can look like many things. It can be physical, sensory, intellectual or psychosocial. It can be visible or invisible. It can even be temporary. According to the World Health Organization, almost everybody will temporarily or permanently experience disability at some point in their life.
Expanding Diversity in Neurology, Inclusive Communication and Accessibility (neurologylive.com)
In recent years, there has been more of a growing recognition that true diversity not only encompasses just the identities of race, gender, and sexual orientation. There is also more acknowledgment of the concept of disability as an important aspect of diversity, which continues to challenge traditional clinical perspectives and promotes a shift to more inclusive care.
Breaking Barriers: Accessible Research and Communications (youtube.com)
Are your research and communications accessible for people with disabilities? One in six of your audience has a disability or impairment.
India Has Made Progress in Improving Accessibility, But Needs To Up the Ante (thewire.in)
India can legitimately cherish the good progress in accessibility that it has achieved in the past 12 months. But these are but a step in the direction of enabling persons with disabilities to enjoy the rights and freedoms that those who are able-bodied routinely take for granted.
Can Tech Startups Lead the Way in Digital Accessibility and Inclusion? (therecursive.com)
The 12th Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD) was marked on Thursday, May 18, 2023. GAAD aims to get people talking, considering, and gaining knowledge about digital accessibility and inclusion and those experiencing different disabilities. When it comes to tech startups devoted to digitizing or making processes more efficient, what works better for the vast majority of users may not work for those who are excluded.
Keith Jones On Universal Accessibility – We Can Do Better (tillamookcountypioneer.net)
Universal Accessibility – what does that mean? Sammy’s Place, the Oregon COAAST (Communities of All Abilities Succeeding Together) and the Tillamook County Pioneer along with multiple other community sponsors, brought international disability justice activist Keith Jones to the Oregon Coast. The aim was to begin outreach to community leaders about “universal accessibility” and how we can truly be inclusive for everyone’s needs.
Microsoft leverages power of AI to improve accessibility for disabled people (attoday.co.uk)
Microsoft has launched a number of new programmes and technologies to accelerate knowledge and use of accessibility around the world.
How Can We Improve Accessibility with AI? With Michael Vaughn (elearnmagazine.com)
Michael is an Adoption and Education Specialist at Open LMS, and has spoken about AI in L&D for companies like Dell and Microsoft.
Creating Accessible iOS Apps: An Action Plan (equalentry.com)
It can be overwhelming getting started with accessibility in Apple iOS. The operating system has so many features, tools, and APIs. This is where the action plan will be helpful.
A Paralyzed Man Can Walk Naturally Again With Brain and Spine Implants (dnyuz.com)
Gert-Jan Oskam was living in China in 2011 when he was in a motorcycle accident that left him paralyzed from the hips down. Now, with a combination of devices, scientists have given him control over his lower body again.
Mindset Matters: Accessibility, This Is The Way (Part Three) (forbes.com)
This column explores the role of Accessibility as a broadening language in the future of work moving beyond just the digital economy.
Improving accessibility at the Royal Courts of Justice (insidehmcts.blog.gov.uk)
Find out how colleagues at the Royal Courts of Justice Group have been working to improve access to justice for users with accessibility needs.
An accessible digital experience: not just a checklist item (digitally.cognizant.com)
Global Accessibility Awareness Day reminds corporate leaders that accessibility for all is a key tenet of customer experience and inclusion.
How To Make Your Home More Accessible: 5 Tips (dailybusinessgroup.co.uk)
Living with a disability can be difficult, but there are ways to make your home more accessible and comfortable.
How Apple and Google are highlighting accessibility (youtube.com)
In this episode of the Engadget Podcast, the hosts discuss how Apple and Google are responding to Global Accessibility Day. They discuss various features and products that both companies have unveiled as part of this initiative. These include Google's feature called VQnA, which is based on generative AI, and Apple's feature called AssistiveTouch, which allows users to operate their devices with limited mobility. They also discuss Adobe's role in improving PDF accessibility and mention Sony and Cisco's efforts in this area. Furthermore, they talk about potential new products and events in technology, including a possible TikTok ban in Montana and future products from Amazon and LG. At the end of the episode, the presenters will discuss their opinions and expectations about the technologies and products featured.
Social Security Disability Benefits Guide (m-n-law.com)
Use this guide to SSDI & SSI benefits to assist you in applying to the SSA. If you have issues qualifying, it may be helpful to contact an attorney.
Airlines & Web Accessibility - Top 3 Challenges (blog.usablenet.com)
Hear a blind person's perspective on airline's web accessibility and how it can be improved.
Six Key Housing Factors to Consider as You Age (kiplinger.com)
Can you age in place, or do you need to move? And ice cream might actually have more to do with making tough housing decisions than you think.
Putting accessibility at the heart of banking (natwestgroup.com)
Find out how we’re thinking accessibility first with our online banking services.
Kindness = Accessibility (youtube.com)
Kindness equals accessibility because when something feels difficult to deal with, the act of kindness from another person is either accepting help or giving help is an impactful feeling of mutual encouragement. Barriers can present themselves mentally physically and emotionally. The act of kindness is equally as powerful when accepting help along with the person who is giving help to another. Fulfillment is present becoming a mutual encouragement for both. With parents who are Colombian dancers, Ms. Ocampo learned from a young age how to feel the music. In 2015, she moved to Miami to continue pursuing her passion for dance. Later that summer, while biking in Miami, she was struck by a car that ran a red light, leaving her paralyzed from the waist down. Now living in Cleveland, Ohio, she is constantly working out and furthering her dance career, working with high school students and seniors with memory loss and dementia. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community.
Do we practice what we preach? (disabilitydebrief.org)
The discrimination we face while advocating on disability.
Do you cater for neurodiversity? (artsprofessional.co.uk)
Not all disabilities are visible. So to make your digital spaces more accessible for neurodivergent users, writes Ell Powell, there are some key things to consider.
Innovating to make travel more accessible (news.airbnb.com)
This Global Accessibility Awareness Day, Airbnb announces it’s reviewed and confirmed the accuracy of almost 300,000 accessibility features across the platform.
Augmental and Wunderman Thompson Mark Global Accessibility Awareness Day with MouthPad (brandinginasia.com)
MIT Media Lab spinoff Augmental has launched MouthPad^ — a groundbreaking innovation that allows people to control devices purely through the movement of their tongue. The hardware company’s first device aims to push the boundaries of hands-free computing it said of the innovation.
Fully inclusive Taylor & Francis eBooks platform meets gold standard for web accessibility (eurekalert.org)
Taylor & Francis has announced the completion of an extensive testing and development program to ensure its eBooks website (TaylorFrancis.com) is fully inclusive. The international research publisher’s platform has achieved the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) recommendations at a high level (AA), confirming it meets the requirements of users with a disability.
Airbnb Highlights Ongoing Innovation Towards ‘Making Travel More Accessible’ For All (forbes.com)
To celebrate Global Accessibility Awareness Day last week, Airbnb published a blog post in which the San Francisco-based company shared updates on how it’s making lodging more accessible and inclusive.
Webex And Speech Startup Voiceitt Team Up To Make Video Calls Accessible To All (forbes.com)
In marking Global Accessibility Awareness Day last week, Bay Area-based Webex published a blog post in which they detail their latest pledge to “break down barriers” by making virtual meetings more accessible to disabled people. The post, written by Amit Barave, celebrates a new partnership with speech technology company Voiceitt.
New AI tool predicts Parkinson’s disease with 96% accuracy -- 15 years in advance! (studyfinds.org)
Parkinson’s is a debilitating neurological disease characterized by motor symptoms including slow movement, body tremors, muscle stiffness, and reduced balance.
Skechers Slip-ins are a mostly accessible, simple, and effective adaptable shoe (reviewed.usatoday.com)
Sketchers Slip-ins are accessible and numerous. Read our review.
Microsoft Excel for Web Gets Immersive Reader for Enhanced Accessibility (winbuzzer.com)
People with dyslexia read 10% faster and had 50% fewer reading errors with the new feature, according to Microsoft.
Apple to launch new accessibility features supporting users with disabilities (irvinetimes.com)
The Assistive Access, Personal Voice and Point and Speak functions will be operational later this year.
Intel Makes Technology More Accessible for People with Hearing Loss (intc.com)
Several projects aim to increase access to assistive devices and improve their integration with other technologies.
Posten Norge launches accessibility option for parcel box deliveries - Parcel and Postal Technology International (parcelandpostaltechnologyinternational.com)
Posten Norge has launched a service across Norway to enable people with disabilities to choose which parcel box they receive their parcels from.
Meta Touts Accessibility-Relevant Voice Control Improvements, More In Latest Ray-Ban Stories Update (forbes.com)
In a blog post, Facebook parent company Meta on Tuesday announced a slew of updates for its Ray-Ban Stories smart sunglasses.
We All Have Ability: Next Week is National Accessibility Week (ugdsb.ca)
National Accessibility Week takes place annually, this year the week is being observed from May 28 to June 3, 2023. According to the Government of Canada website, “National Accessibility Week is an opportunity to celebrate the valuable contributions and leadership of Canadians with disabilities, highlight the work of people, organizations and communities that are removing barriers, reflect on on-going efforts to become a better, more accessible, more inclusive Canada.”
Google Announces New Accessibility Features Across Products (beebom.com)
Google has announced new accessibility features aimed to make technology inclusive by providing ease of use and access to the specially-abled community.
New accessibility features coming to Galaxy phones and tablets (sammobile.com)
On May 18, Google celebrated Global Accessibility Awareness Day 2023. On this occasion, Google announced a slew of new accessibility features that will help make the product and services more accessible to people with disabilities. The new accessibility features are available for Android, Chrome, and other services.
Adobe Unveils AI-Powered Accessibility Solutions for PDFs (smallbiztrends.com)
Adobe's new AI-driven PDF Accessibility API enhances document accessibility, offering small businesses significant time and cost savings.
Reassurance Over Accessibility of Filey Toilets (thisisthecoast.co.uk)
Filey will have a full set of public toilets in time for the summer and they will include accessible facilities.
7 Products That Make Beauty More Accessible (newbeauty.com)
Discover the best adaptive and accessible solutions designed to meet the beauty and grooming needs of many who are underserved.
Making Golf Accessible to All (accesswire.com)
ty Services and Outreach Manager Kathy Lovell worked with United Ability to get those with all abilities onto the greens.
How to ask someone about their health in an email? (urevolution.com)
Learn how to ask someone about their health in an email with sensitivity and empathy. Respect boundaries, use open-ended questions, and offer specific help. Discover effective strategies for discussing health while maintaining privacy and fostering a supportive dialogue.
Advocates Call On FDA To Reissue Ban On Shock Devices For Those With Disabilities (disabilityscoop.com)
The Food and Drug Administration is under pressure to ban devices used to administer electric shocks on people with developmental disabilities years after a previous attempt was blocked in court.
Raising disabled kids in Alberta is exhausting. But not for the reasons you think (cbc.ca)
As a parent with two autistic children, Sarah Doll knows all too well the agony of being stuck on wait-lists and tangled in red tape while her children regress. Her opinion piece is part of a series of personal essays the CBC is running ahead of the Alberta election.
Black people with intellectual disabilities need culturally appropriate care: Toronto advocate (nowtoronto.com)
One Toronto advocate is making waves with her programs that benefit Black people with intellectual disabilities and Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Wheel-Trans users say they’re being forced to ‘prove’ their disability under new rules (thestar.com)
The TTC says it is following accessibility act guidelines. Advocates argue it’s misuse of a system meant to break down barriers.
The Quiet Epidemic (firstrunfeatures.com)
After years of living with mysterious symptoms, a young girl and a scientist are diagnosed with a disease said to not exist: Chronic Lyme disease. The film follows their search for answers, landing them in the middle of a medical debate.
Disabled women face serious care gaps after giving birth (hollandbloorview.ca)
'If I was high risk in pregnancy, how does that disappear when I get home?'
The Case for Keeping Masks Mandatory in Health Care (whn.global)
It’s been said that a smile is worth a thousand words. But in today’s world, the smiles of healthcare workers abandoning their masks on social media are chilling to those whose access to safe healthcare is thus denied. The removal of mask requirements in many healthcare institutions is causing infections with immediate and long term consequences due to the continued presence of the virus.
Thousands of disabled people tell MPs: Cost-of-living crisis is affecting our health (disabilitynewsservice.com)
Thousands of disabled people have told MPs how the cost-of-living crisis is affecting both their physical and mental health and forcing them to restrict their use of heating and hot water.
What is long covid? For the first time, a new study defines it. (washingtonpost.com)
The latest findings of the RECOVER study are expected to help standardize the definition of long covid and influence how the condition is diagnosed and studied.
‘I am not a broken version of normal’ — autistic people argue for a stronger voice in research (nature.com)
Despite broader acceptance of neurodiversity, autistic advocates and scientists are still fighting for a chance to set clinical and scientific priorities.
Fighting ableism at the heart of Halifax education workers’ strike (springmag.ca)
As of May 23, 2023, members of CUPE 5047 have been on strike for nearly three weeks. Educational program assistants (EPAs), Indigenous student support workers, African Nova Scotian support workers, child and youth care practitioners, early childhood educators, and many other school support staff in the Halifax region, all members of CUPE 5047, have been on strike for almost three weeks. They are fighting for a fair deal, reflected in a new contract, including a living wage for the work they do throughout the school year.
These 6 Cities All Claim to Be the "Center of Europe" (wheelchairtravel.org)
Six cities lay claim to being the true geographic center of the European continent, with one city being the center of the European Union.
Airport personal electric vehicle Geo aims to bring back PRM joy (runwaygirlnetwork.com)
Being a PRM who needs assistance navigating the airport can lead to a lacklustre experience. Enter Geo, which aims to bring back PRM joy.
First meeting of East West Rail’s accessibility panel held (news.railbusinessdaily.com)
A pioneering panel which aims to ensure the varying needs of disabled people are fully met by East West Railway Company (EWR Co) has held its first A pioneering panel which aims to ensure the varying needs of disabled people are fully met by East West Railway Company (EWR Co) has held its first meeting.
A Day In The Life Of... Lucy Dunn, Social Media Editor At The Spectator (journoresources.org.uk)
“It was one of the editor’s birthdays recently and he brought in 60 oysters and five bottles of champagne, which was an interesting Friday.”
Disability News and Mental Health, Life's an accessible beach (bbc.co.uk)
Which country is making hundreds of beaches accessible?
CMV, a common and usually harmless virus, changed the course of this mother's life (kjzz.org)
Kathleen Muldoon is an anatomy professor who has done extensive research on prenatal care and embryonic health. But, when she was pregnant with her second child, a son named Gideon, she encountered a virus that she had never heard of; one that changed the course of her life — and her son’s.
#StaceyTaughtUs Syllabus: Work by Stacey Park Milbern (disabilityvisibilityproject.com)
Stacey Park Milbern taught us so much. Here is a syllabus with a small sample of her work through interviews, blog posts, videos, and more. Although she has become an ancestor, the ways she taught us about disability justice, love, organizing and so much more are her living legacy on this planet. We can keep her present by sharing and practicing what we learned from her.
She's a U.N. disability advocate who won't see her own blindness as a disability (npr.org)
Gertrude Oforiwa Fefoame could not imagine "what the future had in store" when she began to lose her vision at age 10. "Is this the end for you?" some asked. She faced sorrow but ultimately triumphed.
Advocates Call On FDA To Reissue Ban On Shock Devices For Those With Disabilities (disabilityscoop.com)
The Food and Drug Administration is under pressure to ban devices used to administer electric shocks on people with developmental disabilities years after a previous attempt was blocked in court.
40th Anniversary Presenting Sponsor: Wells Fargo (wid.org)
We are pleased to welcome Wells Fargo as our Presenting Sponsor of our 40th Anniversary celebration!
Allsup Expands Disability Insurance Services With Financial Solutions (newmobility.com)
It’s not something anyone anticipates — experiencing a disability — and the financial impact is part of the life-altering experience. Allsup and its team of disability professionals has the express…
Hank Green's Continued Impact on the Chronic Illness Community (themighty.com)
"His willingness to share his chronic illness and cancer journey highlights the power of shared experiences and finding solidarity in facing health challenges."
WhatsApp ‘highly accessible’ for persons with disabilities; How other apps rank (hindustantimes.com)
The top ten identified applications were rated as apps with ‘high accessibility’, ‘moderate accessibility’ and ‘low accessibility' based on the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG).
Can the COVID Virus Linger in Your Body and Cause Long COVID Symptoms? (healthcentral.com)
Mounting evidence shows how the virus can linger in your brain, lungs, gut, eyes, and lymph nodes—a possible cause of long COVID symptoms.
The One-Eyed African Queen Who Defeated the Roman Empire (narratively.com)
Cocky male monarchs underestimated Queen Amanirenas for her gender, her race, and her disability. Each time, they did so at their own peril.
How The House GOP’s Medicaid Work Rule Would Hurt Family Caregivers And People With Disabilities (forbes.com)
The law effectively would drop from the Medicaid rolls people who work less than 80 hours a month. It could hit people with disabilities and family caregivers.
Why do I hide my physical pain? (urevolution.com)
"Why Do I Hide My Physical Pain?" explores the reasons behind concealing physical discomfort. Societal expectations and fear of vulnerability contribute to the habit. However, acknowledging pain, seeking support, and embracing vulnerability can lead to healing and connection.
Unspeakable Conversations (nytimes.com)
He insists he doesn't want to kill me. He simply thinks it would have been better, all things considered, to have given my parents the option of killing the baby I once was, and to let other parents kill similar babies as they come along and thereby avoid the suffering that comes with lives like mine and satisfy the reasonable preferences of parents for a different kind of child. It has nothing to do with me. I should not feel threatened.
Judges rebuke Social Security for errors as disability denials stack up (washingtonpost.com)
Federal judges found fault with almost sixty percent of disability cases — the highest rate of rejections in years. But Social Security often rejects their findings.
Create Disability-Themed AI Art, Win a Gift Card (newmobility.com)
We want to see your best artistic creations using the mind-blowing recent advancements in artificial intelligence. Share your best disability-inspired AI art for a chance to win a $100 Amazon gift card and possibly be featured in an upcoming New Mobility article.
Online conference on histories of disability and emotions (ghum.kuleuven.be)
The history of disability and the history of emotions are now two well established fields. Historians of disabilities have often referred to and included emotions in their historical narratives. Examples of these are the existing histories related to the instrumental place occupied by pity in telethons, the tangible presence of rage and anger in histories of disability activism or the reference to (un)happiness in histories dealing with the emergence of special education. Despite the seemingly overall presence of emotions in disabilities histories, however, a more detailed examination of the role played by emotions in the history of disability is lacking. On the basis of a wide range of historical case studies the organizers of the conference Histories of Disability and Emotions aim at moving forward our knowledge and insights with regard to the methodological and theoretical approaches towards emotional histories of disabilities.
Revisiting #DisabledJoy Five Years Later: How a Hashtag of Pride Continues to Resonate (mindsitenews.org)
The festive hashtag – #DisabledJoy – has become the go-to place for disabled people to affirm and celebrate their lives.
Getting Naked With A Gay "Cripple" (youtube.com)
Getting naked with a "cripple" to talk about gay men and dating.
5 clear steps to combating ableism in workplace (inc.com)
Empowering employees with disabilities and eliminating ableism at work starts with having the right data.
I Am Not My Stutter (westutter.org)
As you can imagine, I’ve been asked the question “How has your stutter impacted your life?” more times than I can count. One would think the answer would mirror itself each time, except my direct answer often changes as I’ve gone through life. I believe it has something to do with the fact that as I have become more mature and self-proficient in thinking for myself, it has allowed me to take a step back and reflect on where I’ve been, where I currently stand, and where I will be.
We’ve Got This (scribepublications.com)
The first major anthology by parents with disabilities.How does a father who is blind take his child to the park?
Parenting (disabilityvisibilityproject.com)
Today’s episode is on parenting with Eliza Hull and Heather Watkins. Eliza is a composer, writer, and producer based in Castlemaine, Victoria, Australia. Most recently Eliza was the Regional Storyteller Scholarship recipient with the ABC, the Australian Broadcasting Corporation, which enabled her to produce an eight-part audio series “We’ve Got This: Parenting with a Disability” for the ABC. Heather is a Disability Advocate, author, blogger, and proud mother based in the Boston area. Her blog Slow Walkers See More includes reflections and insight from her life with disability.
Eliza is a musician, writer, speaker and advocate — changing the way that the world views disability (elizahull.com)
Having established herself as one of Australia’s most important voices and striking songwriters of recent years, Castlemaine-based artist Eliza Hull has proven the longevity of her art, and continued evolution. New single ‘Running Underwater’ sees Hull work with ARIA Award-winning producer Pip Norman (Baker Boy, Missy Higgins) The track was first performed by Hull during a powerful appearance on ABC’s Q&A. It’s the first song Hull has written about being disabled and living with condition ‘Charcot Marie Tooth’.
How to see the world with your best friend on your shoulder (thestar.com.my)
A disability did not stop this young man from seeing the world with his able-bodied best friend.
Best and Worst Cities For Students With Disabilities (studocu.com)
Best and Worst Cities for Students with Disabilities Students with disabilities (SWD) are entering higher education in great numbers throughout the United States.
All Riders (pbs.org)
A close look at disabled New Yorkers fighting for accessibility on the MTA.
Coming Full Circle - the Gift of Mobility (blindnewworld.org)
Prabath lives a free, full life that he credits to orientation and mobility training. Now, he's giving that same gift to other blind folks.
How I'm Able to Hold a Job While Schizophrenic (themighty.com)
"Here are suggestions if you're looking to get back into the workforce and want to remain stable."
One Little Finger - One Big Review! (disabilityhorizons.com)
Sarah Ismail reviews an autobiography titled "One Little Finger" recently published by Malini Chib, an author and leading advocate of disability rights from Mumbai, India about her extraordinary life.
Paralysed man able to walk using implant that reads brainwaves (theguardian.com)
Researchers hope that future, miniaturised devices will help paralysed patients to walk, move their arms and hands and control other functions.
John Ellerman Foundation (bda.org.uk)
We are very pleased to announce that we have been awarded £80,000 over two years by the John Ellerman Foundation.
Edinburgh Fringe Tickets Now Available! (dancesyndrome.co.uk)
DanceSyndrome's dancers are excited to be returning to the Edinburgh Fringe Festival this summer with a new piece called SENse.
Covid could do for ventilation what cholera did for cleaner water systems (qz.com)
The covid-19 pandemic forced us to rethink how clean indoor air should be, putting us on the cusp of a possible ventilation revolution.
Neurodivergent Author Elle McNicoll talks all things A Kind of Spark (youtube.com)
A Kind of Spark follows Addie, an autistic teenager who, upon learning about the witch trials that happened in her hometown centuries ago, realises there is more to the story of these ‘witches,’ just as there is more to her own. Can Addie challenge how the people in her town see her and make her voice be heard? A Kind of Spark has authentic representation throughout its production with the three lead characters of Addie, Keedie and Nina played by neurodivergent actors.
How Intensive Rehabilitation Supports People With Neurological Condition (criplife.co.uk)
We discuss Intensive rehabilitation, which refers to several services that are designed to support those living with a neurological condition or those dealing with polytrauma due to an accident.