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Hand-picked news about inclusion, accessibilty and innovation
Lewis Capaldi’s Glastonbury set displayed the best of the human spirit – and put disability centre-stage (theguardian.com)
In his moment of triumph, his disabilities visible, the crowd loved him. If only society was always so accepting of difference.
Lewis Capaldi cancels all tour dates to ‘adjust to impact’ of Tourette syndrome (theguardian.com)
Scottish songwriter, 26, says he will take a break from touring ‘for the foreseeable future’.
5 Essential iPhone Apps for Blind or Visually Impaired Travelers (miusa.org)
GoodMaps This connects with your iPhone’s GPS and camera functions to bring you live vocalized information about where you’re at and where you’re going. Open the application and let it run in the background, as it tells you the street you’re walking on, addresses that you pass, cross streets, and landmarks of interest.
Practicing our Pride, Remembering our Ancestors Exhibition by Larissa MacFarlane (creativebrimbank.com.au)
The exhibition coincides with Disability Pride Month in July, a tradition with a 30-year history, and invites all to join Larissa in conversation or a badge making workshop to explore your own relationship with Disability culture.
Radical Access: The Future of Access in the Arts (slv.vic.gov.au)
Meeting access needs is good, but we can do better. It’s time for more than just the bare minimum in accessible art both for audiences and artists!
Vale Frank Hall – Bentick AM (artsaccess.com.au)
Arts Access Victoria mourns the passing of a wonderful activist and friend.
Join us in-person for the June Gathering! (artsaccess.com.au)
The Gathering is our monthly forum for Deaf and Disabled artists and industry guests led by Dr. Margaret Mayhew (in person) and CB Mako (online).
Uncle Greg Muir – A Retrospective (artsaccess.com.au)
Arts Access Victoria is proud to present a retrospective of work by Yorta Yorta artist Uncle Greg Muir, as part of NAIDOC Week 2023.
The Interpreter (bbc.co.uk)
Short documentaries and adventures in sound about interpretation presented by Josie Long.
Inflamed (us.macmillan.com)
Raj Patel, the New York Times bestselling author of The Value of Nothing, teams up with physician, activist, and co-founder of the Do No Harm Coalition Rupa Marya to reveal the links between health and structural injustices--and to offer a new deep medicine that can heal our bodies and our world.
AAV Studios are open for enrolment! (artsaccess.com.au)
Are you interested in joining an ongoing inclusive art studio? Echo Collective, Nimbus and Way Out West are open!
Networking | Arts Access Victoria (artsaccess.com.au)
We host networking sessions for you to meet other creatives and connect with us and the broader arts and cultural sector. Please see below for regular sessions currently running.
Join us for the last Gathering in 2022! (artsaccess.com.au)
The Gathering is our monthly online forum for Deaf and Disabled artists and industry guests led by our CEO, Caroline Bowditch.
Arts and Disability Initiative 2022-24 (australiacouncil.gov.au)
If you are a d/Deaf artist or arts worker, or an artist or arts worker with disability, these grants can provide support for significant projects to extend your arts practice, networks, skills, and ambition.
Nexus 2023: Professional Development (artsaccess.com.au)
Nexus is a free program for Deaf and Disabled artists between the ages of 18-25. Where you will learn how to support yourself as an artist, hear from industry professionals and connect with other Deaf and Disabled artists.
Evolving Arts and Disability in Australia Residency (artsaccess.com.au)
Arts Access Victoria and DADAA are coming together for a weeklong residency focusing on the future of Arts and Disability in Australia.
Notes on “Access Washing” (djno.ca)
Access washing is a term used to describe the practice of leveraging "accessibility" as a means to harm marginalized communities. It involves using accessibility measures to justify actions that negatively impact communities of color and working-class individuals. Examples of access washing include implementing anti-homeless measures under the guise of making streets more accessible, justifying gentrification and displacement through the need for improved accessibility, and using the Americans with Disabilities Act to close down polling places. Access washing is seen as counterproductive to disability justice and highlights the importance of intersectional movement leadership.
Why and How to Celebrate Disability Pride Month 2023 (thearc.org)
Disability Pride Month is celebrated every July and is an opportunity to honor the history, achievements, experiences, and struggles of the disability community.
What ‘Ted Lasso’ did for mental health, Hollywood should do for disability (inquirer.com)
You can’t expect a disabled actor to break down barriers if they aren’t hired for roles, or if film sets remain inaccessible.
Tracey's OAM is extra special because of the person who nominated her (theleader.com.au)
'Just this year we have placed 35 people with disability in paid work, which is pretty amazing'.
Disabled content creators excluded from ad, TV and film industries (diversityq.com)
Unilever launches 'Believe In Talent' Campaign to foster inclusivity and break down barriers in the advertising and production industries.
Emergency Relief Fund (inevitable.foundation)
The Relief Fund provides an emergency backstop to ensure talented creatives aren’t forced to leave the industry due to financial necessity during crises such as the current work stoppage.
Hire Disabled Writers Initiative (inevitable.foundation)
Breaking down barriers keeping mid-career disabled screenwriters from reaching their full commercial and creative potential.
Report UNSEEN, UNHEARD (blim.org.uk)
We’re delighted to announce our latest report UNSEEN, UNHEARD which brings together extensive survey findings and first-hand insights of intersectional prejudice. Together with Attitude is Everything, we are calling on the industry to drive real change on Representation, Consultation and Commitment.
How tactile graphics can help end image poverty (technologyreview.com)
Access to rich imagery shouldn’t be something that blind or low-vision people have to do without. These projects are helping.
My decision to be child-free had nothing to do with my disability (prismreports.org)
Ableist misconceptions lead many to believe disabled people don’t desire to be parents
Disabled Virgin Mary in Peterborough Cathedral art exhibition (bbc.com)
The work by Marc Bratcher, an artist who has cerebral palsy, depicts Christian figures with disabilities.
Labor & Disability Justice: Towards Solidarity (peopleshub.org)
PeoplesHub Circle connecting movement activists from disability & worker/ labor justice communities, and those already organizing at the intersections.
Announcing the "Access Access" Series (creativesrebuildny.org)
Starting in late June 2023, CRNY Artist-Organizer Kevin Gotkin will host a series of Zoom-based events called “Access Access.” Some of these gatherings will focus on strategies for organizations looking to begin or deepen a commitment to disability artistry, culture, and access. Other gatherings will explore artistic methods for working with access features such as captioning and descriptions as creative materials. Please join us as we tend to the ways we enter conversations about access, how we access access itself.
Deaf charities back Rose Ayling-Ellis' call for free BSL lessons for parents (bda.org.uk)
Deaf charities are backing Strictly winner Rose Ayling Ellis’ call on the Government to provide free access to British Sign Language (BSL) lessons for the parents and guardians of all deaf children.
Stoughton Paralympics champ wants book on disabled athletes to 'win' (captimes.com)
Patty Cisneros Prevo is a two-time gold medal winner and three-time Paralympian. Her children's book "Tenacious" highlights 15 fellow athletes.
The butt of the joke (artshub.com.au)
Sam Drummond explains how it felt when a comedian made a dreadful joke at the expense of people like him... and thousands laughed.
WHO: 36 million Europeans have developed Long Covid (breakinglatest.news)
There are almost 36 million Europeans, one for every 30 inhabitants of the Old Continent, who developed Long Covid in the first three years of the pandemic.
Keynote Speaker for Corporate Health and Wellness (quirkyquad.com)
The text discusses a keynote speech given by the author at Disability:In North Carolina on the topic of health and wellness in the workplace and in life. The author hopes that the audience can take away valuable lessons from the talk.
Rose Ayling-Ellis: Signs for Change review – proof that the hearing world is as prejudiced as ever (theguardian.com)
The Strictly winner is a wonderful, hopeful presence – but the main takeaway of this courageously honest documentary is how little things have changed for the deaf community in decades.
So You Think You Need a Migraine Diagnosis? (themighty.com)
The foundational building block of living with migraine starts with a diagnosis (our insurance companies tell us they need it?).
For the Safety of Theo: A Realistic Depiction of OCD (respectability.org)
For the Safety of Theo combines superb technical craftsmanship with strong direction to create a narrative that captures an anxiety-inducing portrayal of OCD.
Covid isn’t over, but even the most cautious Americans are moving on (washingtonpost.com)
Americans who have tried to be rule-following pandemic citizens are at last abandoning precautions as the coronavirus fades into a background threat.
Why the 1932 Movie ‘Freaks’ Is a Touchstone for Disability Representation (nytimes.com)
Though it has detractors, scholars and advocates have largely embraced this film for the way it shows people just living their lives while disabled.
Mobility-Impaired New Yorkers Blast MTA’s Proposed Changes to E-Hail Program (thecity.nyc)
While increasing the number of participants, the agency plans to raise costs and cap subsidies: “It very much feels like I’m being punished for using paratransit,” one commuter testified.
Lewis Capaldi Sings The Highs And Tics The Lows Of Tourettes (geniuswithin.org)
Professor Nancy Doyle discusses Lewis Capaldi's performance at Glastonbury Festival 2023 and how it was impacted by his Tourette Syndrome and tics, in her recent Forbes blog.
Biden Administration Plans Crackdown On Disability Rights Violations (disabilityscoop.com)
Federal officials are beefing up enforcement of a key U.S. Supreme Court decision that affirmed the rights of people with disabilities to be supported in the community whenever possible.
The Old Vic - More accessible than ever (ablemagazine.co.uk)
Following recent improvements, The Old Vic is now more accessible than ever. There is a step-free entrance on Waterloo Road with lift access to the Box Office, inner foyer, Penny bar and cafe and stalls level of the auditorium. Once inside the auditorium there are up to 8 wheelchair spaces at every performance, including gaps that allow for two wheelchairs to be positioned side-by-side.
Deafblind Awareness Week 2023 (bda.org.uk)
Why do we need Sign Language Rights for Deafblind people?
Beyond 6 Seconds: Autism in Black – with Maria Davis-Pierre (sites.libsyn.com)
Maria Davis-Pierre is a licensed mental health counselor, autism awareness advocate and founder of the organization Autism in Black.
How to handle uncomfortable conversations (urevolution.com)
Knowing how to handle uncomfortable conversations begins with understanding the root cause of the discomfort. Here are eight expert tips and strategies to navigate difficult discussions effectively.
Stuttering friendly employers (vimeo.com)
Why the 50 million voices of adults who stutter matter to you as managers and employers as well as to society at large.
2 women slain at dementia facility in Diamond Bar; caretaker arrested (latimes.com)
A staff member at a dementia care facility in Diamond Bar was arrested Saturday on suspicion of killing two elderly women under his care, authorities said.
How the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge made a lasting impact (nationalgeographic.com)
The 9-year-old viral social media movement's success continues to be felt today: new gene discoveries, more treatment options, and improved care. Researchers say they're closer than ever to finding a cure for the disease.
3 people have acquired malaria in the US. They’re the first in 20 years. (vox.com)
The cases, identified in Florida and Texas, raise a lot of questions.
Dealing with unsupportive friends and family during cancer (urevolution.com)
Dealing with unsupportive friends and family during cancer can be tough. Discover valuable insights and practical advice from a person with cancer on how to navigate these challenging dynamics.
Accessibility and Personal Issues in digital Accessibility (digitale-barrierefreiheit.podigee.io)
In this episode we will talk about the relation of Accessibility and Personal Issues in digital Accessibility.
LanzAbility Will Introduce Personalised QR Code Technology At Disability Expo 2023 (criplife.co.uk)
Mark your calendars for the 6th and 7th July, as LanzAbility is gearing up for the Disability Expo 2023, where we will be introducing personalised QR code technology that will help you share your care needs quickly and efficiently while on holiday in sunny Lanzarote.
Not all disabilities are visible (urevolution.com)
Discover the truth that not all disabilities are visible. Challenge stereotypes and create inclusive spaces for everyone. Explore the broad range of non-visible disabilities and the importance of understanding and support.
Finding Joy in the Garden (eater.com)
My first experience of gardening was a lesson in scarcity and sustenance. Returning to it years later, as an adult with a connective tissue disorder, I would also discover the joy.
Eater and Disability Visibility Present: Low and Slow (eater.com)
A series on the joys and pleasures of eating, cooking, and sustenance.
COVID Still Exists (showbiz411.com)
“Moulin Rouge” in London’s West End Cancels Saturday Performances Due to Company Illness.
Ali Stroker Makes History as First Wheelchair User to Win a Tony (Published 2019) (nytimes.com)
“This award is for every kid who is watching tonight who has a disability, who has a limitation or a challenge,” said Ms. Stroker, who won for her role as Ado Annie in “Oklahoma!.”
Meet Marvel's Hero Project's "Sensational Jordan" Comic Book (bornjustright.org)
Get behind-the-scene details about the first comic book releases as part of Marvel's Hero Project: "Sensational Jordan," Born Just Right's Jordan Reeves.
Design With Us (designwithus.org)
Design With Us is founded on the belief that disabled youth have an incredible opportunity to use their lived experiences to create helpful and fun things. Our workshops offer skills around brainstorming, prototyping and communicating ideas to others. Our in-person workshops are currently slow to return until the pandemic is less dangerous. We are expanding our virtual workshops to teachers and school districts.
Project Unicorn (jordanreeves.com)
When Jordan came up with the idea of a prosthetic arm that shoots glitter, she had no idea what kind of joy she had created.
Jennifer Keelan-Chaffins (jkclegacy.com)
How one girl’s fight for Americans with disabilities changed everything. The official story of Jennifer Keelan-Chaffins.
This Is How It Always Is a book by Laurie Frankel (bookshop.org)
This is how a family keeps a secret...and how that secret ends up keeping them. This is how a family lives happily ever after...until happily ever after becomes complicated. This is how children change...and then change the world. This is Claude. He's five years old, the youngest of five brothers, and loves peanut butter sandwiches. He also loves wearing a dress, and dreams of being a princess. When he grows up, Claude says, he wants to be a girl. Rosie and Penn want Claude to be whoever Claude wants to be. They're just not sure they're ready to share that with the world. Soon the entire family is keeping Claude's secret. Until one day it explodes. Laurie Frankel's This Is How It Always Is is a novel about revelations, transformations, fairy tales, and family. And it's about the ways this is how it always is: Change is always hard and miraculous and hard again, parenting is always a leap into the unknown with crossed fingers and full hearts, children grow but not always according to plan. And families with secrets don't get to keep them forever.
Exploring the Vineyard's Deaf Community in Show Me a Sign (vineyardgazette.com)
A new novel for young readers, Show Me a Sign by Ann Clare LeZotte, brings to life an often-overlooked era of Martha’s Vineyard history, when deaf and hearing Islanders shared a common sign language.
My Joy Is My Freedom (elle.com)
On the revolutionary act of choosing happiness as a Black, disabled woman.
How I Learned to Love Celebrating My Disability (healthywomen.org)
International Day of Persons with Disabilities Used to Make Me Uncomfortable — Until I Learned to Love Myself.
How One Woman Celebrates Her Disability with the #DisabledAndCute Hashtag (essence.com)
Creator of the Twitter hashtag #disabledandcute, Keah Brown, pens a thoughtful essay on Black women in the disabled community empowered to look and feel beautiful.
Sins Invalid (sinsinvalid.org)
Sins Invalid is a disability justice performance project that centers people of color, queers, nonbinary and trans people with disabilities.
11 Ways to Celebrate Disability Pride Month (2023) (goodgoodgood.co)
July is Disability Pride Month — a time for all disabled people to unapologetically celebrate our bodies as they are. Whether you are disabled or an ally, Disability Pride Month is full of so much to celebrate.
Working Definition of Ableism (talilalewis.com)
Talila A. Lewis has updated the definition of ableism to include birthplace and living place, in addition to other factors such as age, language, appearance, religion, and ability to reproduce. The definition highlights how ableism is deeply rooted in eugenics, anti-Blackness, misogyny, colonialism, imperialism, and capitalism, and how it leads to people and society determining people's value based on constructed ideas of normalcy, productivity, desirability, intelligence, excellence, and fitness. The definition also emphasizes that one does not have to be disabled to experience ableism.
42 Best Books On Disabilities Curated by a Disability Activist (goodgoodgood.co)
Explore books that thoughtfully center people with disabilities — across genres like fiction, nonfiction, romance, YA, and children’s books. Plus, our author’s list of must-read books.
Lumos Helps with Healing: Battling Broken Bones (Helping Paws Academy) (rightonbooks.com)
This inviting chapter book series explores health topics through the friendly lens of therapy dogs. Follow an adorable therapy dog helping a child who broke her arm, with strong messages of empathy, kindness, and courage. Therapy dogs are specially trained to help kids through medical experiences--from lifting spirits, motivating movement, modeling the power of play, and more. Nonfiction back matter provides more information about medical topics introduced in the books, from acute to chronic issues, while also proving more information about therapy dog programs and the Mayo Clinic Children's Center.
CDC: Research Says Long Covid "Contributing" to Labor Shortage (tech.co)
About 18% of those with Long COVID have not returned to work for over a year. The CDC says it's "hurting the U.S. economy."
Blind Comedian Chris McCausland Visits Wonders Of The World In New Travelogue Series (criplife.co.uk)
Wonders Of The World I Can't See is a series that takes blind stand-up Chris McCausland across the globe to explore some of the world's most iconic, unforgettable world landmarks, but in a new and unique way that discovers things the ordinary traveller might miss.
#LDWeek23: busting myths about learning disability (dancesyndrome.co.uk)
At the end of national Learning Disability Awareness Week 2023, we wanted to bring together all of the messages that we have been sharing through the week. The theme for #LDWeek23 was “busting myths about living life with a learning disability”.
How GM is moving its autos into an accessible and inclusive future (popsci.com)
Here's what General Motors' Accessibility Center of Excellence is working on, and what "inclusive design" means when it comes to automobiles.
Advancing Access and Equity with DeafBlind Inclusion (joinmentera.com)
June is DeafBlind Awareness Month. Companies lucky enough to encounter a DeafBlind, Blind or Deaf applicant have an opportunity to work with an extremely resourceful, confident individual.
The iPad was meant to revolutionize accessibility. What happened? (technologyreview.com)
For people who can’t speak, there has been depressingly little innovation in technology that helps them communicate.
Muscular dystrophy patients get first gene therapy (npr.org)
The Food and Drug Administration approved the first gene therapy for Duchenne muscular dystrophy, but limited access to those ages four and five.
Disability advocates are asking a court to halt a Mississippi law on ballot assistance (npr.org)
Disability and voting rights advocates are asking a federal court to block a measure in Mississippi, set to go into effect next week, that Republican backers say cracks down on "ballot harvesting."
Are Disney Theme Park Accessible Supports Sufficient? (insidethemagic.net)
Disney theme park accessible accommodations support inclusion across the globe, but are these efforts for inclusion sufficient?
People with disabilities ‘locked at home’ as brakes slammed on tram accessibility (theage.com.au)
Work to make Melbourne’s tram network more accessible has ground to a halt, with not a single stop upgraded to meet the needs of people with limited mobility in the past 12 months.
App to help blind people by using phone camera trialled at Brighton station (theargus.co.uk)
Blind people taking the train from Brighton will benefit from a new app which will help them navigate the station in a UK first.
Muscle memory: How does it work? (edition.cnn.com)
Understanding how the two different kinds of muscle memory work can help you get off to a strong start if you’re establishing a fitness routine or rebooting one.
WA Dept. of Fish and Wildlife expands accessibility, rules for people with disabilities (thenewstribune.com)
The agency is changing its process for managing special use permits in an effort to remove barriers and increase efficiency.
What We Learned From Autism’s First Child (theatlantic.com)
Donald Triplett’s story held a surprise.
Gov. Abbott vetoes bill giving people with disabilities new option to vote by mail (texas.votebeat.org)
The governor said the bipartisan measure didn’t set enough restrictions on who could use the option.
Texas Legislature passes bills to increase voting accessibility (thedailytexan.com)
The Texas Legislature passed Senate Bill 477 and House Bill 3159 this session to increase voting accessibility for those with disabilities. Effective immediately, SB 477, signed by Gov. Greg Abbott on June 18, allows those with mobility difficulties to vote before others who arrive at polling locations.
Wheelchair users fight for easier air travel (axios.com)
Broken wheelchairs, inhumane treatment and ruined plans are all too common.
Deaf advocates say learning sign language early is crucial (video.thinktv.org)
More than 90 percent of deaf children in the U.S. are born to hearing parents. For them, the path forward can be difficult and also controversial. The advent of cochlear implant technology has the opportunity to change lives, yet many deaf advocates say not teaching sign language is a risky proposition. Rhode Island PBS Weekly’s Pamela Watts reports on the stark choices some parents face.
Pay it Forward: Bikers band together to battle Alzheimer's and dementia (cbs2iowa.com)
An Iowa woman is using her personal experience with dementia to raise thousands of dollars to try and put an end to the disease.
Our Son Was Born With Down Syndrome. This Is The Line I Wish We Weren't Told Repeatedly. (huffpost.com)
"Though this sentiment was probably meant to be encouraging, it was not. I wanted to scream."
How sounds can turn us on to the wonders of the universe (technologyreview.com)
Astronomy is leading the way in making science more accessible through sonification—and the results sound amazing.
Cannes is upping its accessibility accommodations — but there’s more to be done (prweek.com)
In the past few years, the festival has taken steps to increase accessibility for those with mental and/or physical disabilities, but the work is far from over.
Why Brands Need to Open Up to Accessible Design (lbbonline.com)
From PR stunts to table stakes, creating content, products and experiences that include people with disabilities is a top priority for many brands at Cannes panel, featuring Microsoft, Samsung, Diageo, Wunderman Thompson and The&Partnership.
How Estée Lauder builds technology to foster inclusivity (ciodive.com)
There’s “a huge group of people that deserve more from the beauty industry and from technology,” CIO Michael Smith said.
Pride will only be truly inclusive when it is accessible to disabled LGBTQ+ people (lgbtqnation.com)
If Pride continues to exclude people, liberation and justice will only be delayed.
Ford Patent Filed For Accessible Scooter (fordauthority.com)
A new Ford patent has been filed for an accessible scooter designed to work in tandem with wheelchairs for folks that are bound to them.
Zion Clark (zionclark.com)
Whether speaking to Fortune 500 audiences, emerging startups, athletes, college students, or nonprofit leaders, Zion provides key takeaways that can be applied to our lives and businesses in a multitude of ways.
Venting about chronic illness: an effective coping strategy or a double-edged sword? (urevolution.com)
Is venting about a chronic illness healthy? Gain insights into its benefits, pitfalls, and how to use it as an effective coping strategy.
Queer, disabled men tackle issues of intimacy, accessibility and ableism on stage (cbc.ca)
Performers say the goal of the play is to gently nudge an audience to think about some of the issues and barriers queer, disabled men face daily.
Woman 'completely shut out' of Download by lack of accessibility (metro.co.uk)
Frances Simmonds-Mead had to leave the festival site after just three hours.
Disabled woman forced to leave Download after paying £1.2k as site was full (edinburghnews.scotsman.com)
A disabled rock fan who paid £1,200 to attend Download festival was left devastated when she was forced to leave the event after three hours because the accessible camping site was full.
UN conference lauds Qatar's efforts in accessibility for persons with disabilities (dohanews.co)
The number of individuals with disabilities in Qatar makes up less than 0.50% of the total population.
Making society accessible for everyone (tfn.scot)
The explosion on the technology curve over recent years has transformed society, and that change is only accelerating says James Adams of RNIB Scotland.
Magistrates condemn 'disturbing' lack of accessibility in court buildings (lawgazette.co.uk)
Association says poor accessibility for disabled magistrates has created an 'exclusionary environment'.
Greece sets a new standard in beach accessibility as Australia falls behind (neoskosmos.com)
During a press conference in April, these officials said that "people with disabilities and people with limited mobility are given the opportunity to participate in beach activities with family and friends, enhancing the quality of life for everyone."
Greece makes beaches more accessible to wheelchair users (mashable.com)
The project is part of a larger initiative to make the country more accessible to people with disabilities.
Greece is making beaches accessible. Why isn’t Australia? (smh.com.au)
It seems that bureaucracy and unconscious discrimination are the greatest hurdles to people with disabilities who want to travel.
Snow-clearing plans could ‘trap’ Edmontonians with disabilities, advocate says (globalnews.ca)
An Edmonton advocate said people with limited mobility are more affected by snow and ice because they may have mobility aids that get caught in or cannot be used in snow and ice.
Accessibility projects earn federal grant funding (stalbertgazette.com)
“I think access to health care is needed,” Dr. Ziad Al Qishawi said. “I see an aging society that needs the help.”
Making websites more accessible could boost donations by £65m, charities told (civilsociety.co.uk)
The charity sector is potentially missing millions in online donations because of “poor website accessibility”, according to new research.
Paratransit users say LTC not complying with accessibility standards (london.ctvnews.ca)
Members of London’s disabled community are putting the heat on the London Transit Commission in a desperate bid to effect basic service improvements to paratransit.
London's paratransit system is so bad, it's breaking the law, disability advocates say (cbc.ca)
A London woman calling on London Transit to improve its troubled paratransit service is asking the province to audit the system to highlight what she says are failures to meet provincial accessibility rules.
33 accessible playgrounds to be built across Israel (jpost.com)
The Negev, Galilee and National Resilience Ministry announced an investment of NIS 22 million to build playgrounds that are going to be accessible for all.
Govia Thameslink trials app to help blind and visually impaired passengers (bbc.com)
The Aira app guides passengers via a remote operator through a smartphone.
Bristol traveller demands dignity and respect from airlines (bbc.com)
A woman with limited mobility has claimed that airlines and airports are routinely failing to treat disabled people with dignity and respect.
Accessible to all: measures that benefit all museumgoers - International Council of Museums (icom.museum)
Diverse groups of people visit Miraikan, a national science museum in Japan, and see the latest scientific breakthroughs and cutting-edge technologies. Miraikan – which means “house of futures” in Japanese – aims to be an open platform where everyone can contribute to creating a brighter future. Improving museum accessibility is essential to truly include everyone in this process, no matter the nationality, no matter cultural background, no matter the physical features and more.
A Capitol Recap: Disability Policy in the 88th Legislature (youtube.com)
TCDD hosted a Disability Policy Academy on June 14, 2023, that covered an overview of new disability-related laws from the 88th Texas Legislature; a summary of disability issues that remain unaddressed; a discussion on topics lawmakers may cover in a special session; and a Q&A session with our public policy analysts.
Access To Government By Persons With Disabilities (leg.colorado.gov)
Concerning access to government by persons with disabilities.
The Glaucoma Foundation (glaucomafoundation.org)
Check here to see our upcoming events and videos from past events, with webinars focusing on glaucoma research, treatment, and information.
Open source and accessibility: How we can make government digital services available to everyone (apolitical.co)
Open source software and accessibility go hand in hand in building a more inclusive world. It allows people with disabilities to become involved and provide expertise in building new inclusive tools.
How to build an accessibility champion program: tips from accessibility research experts at Duo Security and Visa (makeitfable.com)
Three tips for building an accessibility champions program and how to meaningfully include people with disabilities in your efforts.
Employers And Workers With Disabilities Both Benefit From Technology Accessibility (forbes.com)
Technology in our lives and in the workplace is, for many of us, an answer to multitasking, working faster and working smarter. Imagine if we were unable to access our emails via our smartphones, review a spreadsheet while on the train or watch our baby sleeping through a tiny screen on the monitor one floor away. Today, with a quick glance at our wrist, we can see an important news update or track our steps and heart rate while tiny earbuds connect us to music, calls with our kids or that last-minute team meeting.
Creating an Exceptional User Experience: Best Practices and Strategies for Designers (bignewsnetwork.com)
Creating an exceptional user experience has become a crucial aspect of web design in the Philippines as the world becomes increasingly digital. A well-designed website looks visually appealing and offers a seamless user experience. Whether it's a website, mobile app, or any other digital platform, designers must prioritize user experience to ensure users interact positively with their products. To create an exceptional user experience, designers must focus on various elements such as ease of use, accessibility, and functionality.
The Effect of User Interface (UI) and User Experience (UX) Design on Sports Brand Websites (gisuser.com)
In today’s digital world, brand websites serve as a crucial touchpoint between businesses and their customers. This rings true especially for sports brands where enthusiasts flock to gain access to the latest products, updates, and brand interactions.
How You Can Improve Accessibility Within Your Remote Business (europeanbusinessreview.com)
Learn how to enhance accessibility within your remote business and foster inclusivity for all. Discover practical strategies and technologies that can improve accessibility for employees and customers alike.
Marketing to Everyone: Why Accessibility Matters for Your Digital Marketing Strategy? (readwrite.com)
The accessibility ensures that the digital marketing initiatives meet the requirements of different people. Understand its importance.
How Theater Can Become a More Inclusive Space for People with Disabilities (thedigestonline.com)
Theater has always been a powerful medium for storytelling, captivating audiences with its ability to convey emotions and explore the human experience. However, for people with disabilities, the theater space has not always been accessible or accommodating.
Answering Your Questions About Delta's Wheelchair Space for Airplanes (wheelchairtravel.substack.com)
Widespread media coverage has raised public awareness about the possibility of a wheelchair space on airplanes, but many questions remain.
Design, Test, Repeat: Building Accessibility in Digital Government (govtech.com)
As experts discussed during the 2023 Digital.gov Government UX Summit, the work of designing accessible digital products is an iterative process that requires planning, user research and improvements.
What does 'accessible' truly mean? There's no single definition (charcot-marie-toothnews.com)
Columnist Young Lee believes in greater accessibility — but what does it mean to make a space truly accessible for everyone, he asks?
How AI-Driven User Experience Testing Enhances Digital Heal (csrwire.com)
The $211 billion global digital health market continues to leap forward as healthcare organizations capitalize on the increasing demand for telehealth and adopt the Internet of Medical Things (IoMT) to improve care outcomes.
What Would Digital Inclusion and Equity for the Deaf Look Like? (benton.org)
Thomas “Tommy” Horejes, Ph.D., is an expert on disability policy, law, and sociology.
AMP and Accessibility: Ensuring Equal Access for All (businessconnectindia.in)
As a responsible business owner, it is important to ensure that your website is accessible to all users, regardless of their abilities. Making your website accessible not only benefits people with disabilities, but it also helps your website to rank better in search engines.
Designing for Accessibility: A Digital Product Designer's Guide (rswebsols.com)
This guide will teach you the fundamentals of designing for accessibility, from understanding user needs to creating an inclusive experience.
Security, Privacy, And Compliance Undercurrents Of Web Accessibility (forbes.com)
This article shines a light on the current state of the web accessibility ecosystem from the perspectives of security, privacy, and regulatory compliance.
When Accessibility Is Truly Prioritized, We All Benefit (costar.com)
Taking Small Steps Now Can Lead to Impactful Results and Meaningful Progress.
Cvent Digital Accessibility: 1,200 Improvements and Counting (meetingsnet.com)
Cvent’s event-tech accessibility journey started with its attendee-facing tools. Here’s what the company has upgraded so far and what comes next.
Start with digital documents to make your workplace more accessible (cio.com)
PDFs are fundamental to the way we live and work. It’s important for organizations to make these digital documents accessible to as many people as possible through inclusive technologies.
Episode 4: The Mystery of Accessible Fashion (rnz.co.nz)
Soph and Indy go shopping at Storm to find wheelchair-friendly outfits. How does one look fashionable with so many things to consider? Wheelchair, catheter, binder... the list goes on.
How To Set Up a Home for In-Home Care (2023 Guide) (thisoldhouse.com)
As more seniors choose to age in place, it is important to ensure their homes are safe and accessible.
Here's How to Ensure Accessible Access at Bus Stops (la.streetsblog.org)
A new proposed law in California allows the installation of cameras on buses to issue fines to illegally parked vehicles at bus stops. The aim is to ensure equal access to employment, education, and leisure activities for older people and people with disabilities. A survey in San Francisco found that one-third of bus stops are blocked by illegal parking, putting passengers in danger. Transit agencies now need to take action to solve the problem and make sure bus stops are accessible for buses and passengers.
Web Accessibility for Restaurants: 3 Best Practices (blog.usablenet.com)
Read about about web accessibility for restaurants. Learn how to share your menu, describe your food, and make the reservation process accessible.
New tools for accessibility & engagement (inewsource.org)
It’s a new era of audience-building at inewsource. Here are some fun facts about our new releases and a bit of what’s to come on our product roadmap as we look toward the rest of 2023.
How big tech embraced disabled users (france24.com)
Buried beneath the hype of the artificial intelligence revolution, big tech is quietly rolling out services for disabled people that it hopes will push a greater transformation for customers.
Accessibility and equality go hand in hand (brailleworks.com)
Accessibility promotes equality for everyone. Here's why that matters and how your organization can help in that mission.
Apple’s Support For Passkeys On iCloud And Related Websites Is As Big For Accessibility As It Is Privacy And Convenience (forbes.com)
As reported by Joe Rossignol at MacRumors and Dan Moren at Six Colors this week, Apple has enabled passkey support for logging into its myriad web-based properties.
Studio 24 launch a modern, inclusive website for Tim Berners-Lee's web standards organisation (cambridgenetwork.co.uk)
This deployment concludes the four months the site was available in Beta and represents a massive achievement by the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) and Studio 24 teams.
Microsoft App, Seeing AI, Empowers the Visually Impaired with AI-Powered Accessibility (techtimes.com)
By harnessing the power of artificial intelligence, this innovative application narrates the world for users, providing independence, empowerment, and improved quality of life.
Meta Announces Voicebox Generative AI Model, Touting Accessibility Implications (forbes.com)
The software was built with an eye towards assisting with audio editing, sampling, and styling—and accessibility.
Caretech startup’s app brings added accessibility to this year’s Bluesfest (obj.ca)
A partnership with startup Whimble will allow people with physical disabilities to access to caregivers on demand at Bluesfest this year.
Apple goes big on accessibility with new features that give you a voice (metro.co.uk)
Apple's new range of accessibility features announced at this year's WWDC highlights its commitment to staying on course to be inclusive.
How to make celebrations accessible for all the family (rnib.org.uk)
Find out how to make cultural and religious celebrations accessible and fun for children and young people with vision impairment.
Samsung AR Emoji update adds new accessibility feature (sammobile.com)
Samsung AR Zone is getting improvements to the AR Emoji Editor component through a new Galaxy Store update that pushes the app to version 5.2.00.10.
Nantou subsidizes accessibility equipment for elderly (taipeitimes.com)
Bringing Taiwan to the World and the World to Taiwan.
Gaadys (gaad.foundation)
Join us for an inspiring night as we celebrate outstanding digital products that support the Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD) Foundation’s mission to disrupt barriers to digital access.
Boating center's new building inclusive, accessible (cascadiadaily.com)
CBC hopes to draw underserved communities with expansion.
Vimeo and Rev Partner to Make Video Accessible (globenewswire.com)
Creators can now reach a global audience with captions and subtitles.
Tourism Industry Commits To Accessible Future (tourismcouncilwa.com.au)
Tourism industry representatives today called on the State Government to provide grant funding for tourism businesses and destinations to develop accessible tourism product.
Accessibility Enhancement Fund Recipients (travelnbc.com)
Creating accessible spaces helps ensure everyone can experience Northern B.C.’s amazing attractions. Thanks to a $150,500 investment from PacifiCan through the Tourism Relief Fund, more visitors with accessibility requirements will be able to explore Northern B.C. With this funding, the Northern BC Tourism Association created the Accessibility Enhancement Program.
Web Accessibility Global Usage Survey (72pcs53kctq.typeform.com)
Participation in this survey can change the perspective of different industries and communities on accessibility and its impact on real-world issues. Help us with your voice so the world can better understand the experience of end users with disabilities.
F1 23 Has An Accessibility Feature For Tinnitus Sufferers, And It Changed My Relationship With The Game (kotaku.com.au)
F1 23 contains an accessibility feature for people who live with that Tinnitus, and it has changed my relationship with the game.
How to Enable Mac-Like Startup and Shutdown Chimes on Your iPhone (makeuseof.com)
Like your Mac, your iPhone can also play a sound when it boots up. However, you need to enable it manually.
The Director of 'Street Fighter 6' Uncovers Its 'Modern' Updates (wired.com)
WIRED sat down with Takayuki Nakayama to discuss the new, more accessible settings and controls that will bring even more players into the iconic series.
6 Quick tests you can do to test your forms for accessibility (karlgroves.com)
Whenever I do a full audit for a website, I have almost 40 individual, highly granular, form-related checks. Those checks can be boiled down to the following 6 high level goals. 1. General Structure Check that the form has a logical structure, with headings and subheadings used to group related fields and information.
The five types of people who produce inaccessible code (ericwbailey.website)
There are roughly five types of people you’ll meet doing accessibility development work.
8 great iPhone accessibility tips to make life easier (foxnews.com)
Kurt "The CyberGuy" Knutsson explains how these Apple iPhone accessibility features can make the device more friendly for users who may need assistance.
How to turn on accessibility features on MacOS (trustedreviews.com)
Macs have a broad selection of accessibility features and they're easy to find. Here's how to turn on accessibility features on MacOS.
4 Myths About Live Captions for Accessibility (boia.org)
If you’re planning a live presentation, you need to think about captions. Here’s a look at common myths about live captions and accessibility.
Todd Howard Talks Starfield Accessibility (gameranx.com)
Starfield is nearing its arrival, and to those who wonder if people with different setups or views of things can play it. You can!
Final Fantasy XVI - Accessibility Options (finalweapon.net)
Final Fantasy XVI is going to be a huge blockbuster experience. How does Final Fantasy XVI fare in the Accessibility Options department?
Accessibility issues to consider in gaming (techshali.com)
Video gaming has come a long way in terms of accessibility, with more people than ever being able to enjoy the hobby regardless of age, gender, race, or disability. Yet, as this industry continues to grow and innovate, developers need to think about how to create an inclusive environment that considers potential access issues.
Empathy for Chronic Illness Struggles at Work (urevolution.com)
Discover the importance of empathy when it comes to supporting colleagues facing chronic illness challenges at work. Learn how to provide understanding and compassion, and why simple acts of empathy can make a significant difference in their lives.
My cancelled flight and why you should always carry a spare pair of undies (havewheelchairwilltravel.net)
My flight was cancelled and why I think everyone should travel with spare undies. My travel tips to deal with the unexpected.
Fireside Chat: Changing Attitudes by Amplifying Authentic Disability Narratives (respectability.org)
Changing attitudes means that we challenge stigma and amplify authentic narratives on disability. Watch to learn about our work in this area!
Eliminating The Subminimum Wage (respectability.org)
Policy Fellow Emily Snodderly wrote and delivered a speech examining the practice of paying subminimum wages to people with disabilities.
Winners of the AbilityNet Tech4Good Awards 2023 (abilitynet.org.uk)
In the wake of headlines on tech’s impact on humanity, the 2023 AbilityNet Tech4Good Awards were announced last night at the Institute of Physics in London and online. We created the Awards over a decade ago and this year has seen a record numbers of entries from individuals, start-ups, charities and global tech giants from across the globe.
This NYC elementary school wants to serve everyone, including kids with complex disabilities (ny.chalkbeat.org)
Outfitted with paper chef hats, a group of students at Brooklyn’s P.S. 958 were getting ready on a recent afternoon to launch a mock restaurant, wiggling on the classroom carpet in anticipation of their first wave of customers.
A Brooklyn School Pioneers New Ways to Teach Children With Disabilities (nytimes.com)
At P.S. 15 in Red Hook, a unique program for students with intellectual disabilities could serve as a model for other New York City schools.
Strategies for Subverting a Segregated Education System (youtube.com)
"The importance of inclusive education is emphasized and strategies for promoting inclusion in schools are discussed. It is demonstrated how students with disabilities can be successfully integrated into regular classrooms and how individual interests and strengths should be taken into account. The collaboration between general and special education is highlighted as key to inclusive schools."
Developing Least Restrictive Environment for Students with the Most Significant Cognitive Disabilities: A Step by Step Guide for Replication (web.archive.org)
Beginning in the fall of the 2010-2011 school year, the Georgia Department of Education Special Education Services and Supports placed an emphasis on least restrictive environment for students with the most significant cognitive disabilities as a part of the state’s LRE Initiative.
Telemedicine intervention for deaf signing populations (rdcu.be)
The article “What is the efficacy and effectiveness of telemedicine intervention for deaf signing populations in comparison to face-to-face interventions? A systematic review” has been published online by BMC Health Services Research.
What is an autism assessment like for adults? (urevolution.com)
Gain a unique perspective on the autism assessment process for adults as Mayanne Soret shares her eye-opening experience. Discover the challenges of being dehumanized and the need for a more inclusive approach to testing.
Harder Than You Think and P&G Studios announce new film to coincide with Paris 2024 (paralympic.org)
Harder Than You Think and P&G Studios announce the next chapter in the Rising Phoenix story – a documentary feature film due for global release in summer 2024.
Data Corner for June 2023 (respectability.org)
Find information on the intersection of the disability and LGBTQ+ communities, plus the latest employment data.
The Return of Benjamin Lay: a theatre of resistance tells the story of an 18th century disabled activist (disabilityarts.online)
Playwright Naomi Wallace and Professor of Atlantic History, Marcus Rediker have teamed up to write a play currently in production at Finborough theatre, London. Based on the historian’s powerful book ‘The Fearless Benjamin Lay: The Quaker Dwarf Who Became the First Revolutionary Abolitionist’ the play is directed by Ron Daniels and stars Mark Povinelli. Review by Erin Pritchard.
Ontario quadriplegic mother applies for MAID over lack of access to disability supports (globalnews.ca)
"I have 12 days left on my medical assistance in dying application here in the province in Ontario. I'm a quadriplegic single mom raising 2 kids with disabilities."
Series About California School For The Deaf 2021 Football Team Not Moving Forward (deadline.com)
Sad update on the plan to bring the story about the 2021 California School for the Deaf football team to the small screen; the limited series is not moving forward.
The state of disability inclusion in Kenya: An analysis of the past 60 years (nation.africa)
The struggle for inclusion of people with disabilities dates back to the early 1960s.
The future of work is neurodiverse (unlocked.microsoft.com)
Mentra’s on a mission to reimagine the job market for neurodiverse candidates. Microsoft AI is helping them remove barriers and create opportunities.
Mindset Matters: The United Nations, Business, And Finding Common Ground Around Disability In The Digital Age (www-forbes-com.cdn.ampproject.org)
This column is a thought piece on the need for human right professionals and businesses to find greater common ground and why it is mutually beneficial.
Justice may not be served if jurors can’t hear the evidence (theguardian.com)
Letter: Accessibility failings in courtrooms are a silent problem, writes Dr Audrey Boucher.
Calum's law plans to curb physical restraint in schools (www-bbc-co-uk.cdn.ampproject.org)
An MSP is consulting on a new law calling for guidelines on physical restraint in schools.
Postsecondary Programs May Boost IQ In Those With Intellectual Disability (disabilityscoop.com)
Participating in university-based postsecondary programs may help individuals with intellectual disabilities increase their intelligence, new research suggests.
‘Disabled Women Make History (and Art)’ to showcase women artists with disabilities (13abc.com)
The event will take place on June 24 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the Glass Pavilion of the Toledo Museum of Art.
Sign language is set to become official in South Africa - how this will help education in schools for the Deaf (theconversation.com)
This is an opportunity for Deaf people to finally be properly educated in a language they understand.
Asylum seekers with disabilities ‘abandoned’ in former Essex care home (theguardian.com)
The site, set up as a standard asylum seeker hotel, has no care workers or nurses there as part of the contract.
Self-Employment Update: Secrets to Texas's Success (respectability.org)
In 2019, 9.1% of Texas VR clients’ cases closed in self-employment, more than five times the national average.
Six truths of delayed diagnosis and misdiagnosis (mydiversability.com)
Disabled people share their experiences of delayed and misdiagnosis. Delays in diagnosis and misdiagnosis can have devastating effects.
Thoughts on a proofread (lucywebster.substack.com)
You might have come further than you think.
Disability News and Mental Health, Rose Ayling-Ellis: ‘We all need the feeling of belonging somewhere’ (bbc.co.uk)
The actor and Strictly star pops in to chat about her new documentary, Signs for Change.
Bentonville Film Festival Features Disabled Creators and Talent (respectability.org)
According to BFF, “over 30% of the (competition) program is comprised of creators with disabilities” and “25% (of onscreen leads) represent talent with disabilities.”
Review of "The Cab": The Fantastical Mind of Depression (respectability.org)
"Directed by Nicole Melillo, the fantasy short The Cab took home the Jury Award for Best Short Film at the 2023 Bentonville Film Festival."
Unconscious Ableism in "My Eyes Are Up Here" (respectability.org)
"When a disabled woman of color needs to travel to a pharmacy for the morning after pill, the number of obstacles and quick assumptions she has to face parallels those of Odysseus"
My First Children’s Book Week (kamredlawsk.com)
The author/illustrator Kam Redlawsk is participating in Children's Book Week with her debut picture book inspired by her rare disease. She discusses the difficulties she faces as a disabled illustrator and how this book reflects her journey. Redlawsk shares that she has turned in her first round of thumbnails to her publisher.
When You Share the Same Rare Disease as Celine Dion (themighty.com)
"I thought all we'd ever share is her gorgeous music and belief in the mighty power of true love. I never thought we would share stiff person syndrome and the warrior spirit to fight for medical relief and attention."
“A Journey with My Dad”: A Surrealist Trip Towards Acceptance (respectability.org)
A Journey With My Dad premiered at the 2023 Bentonville Film Festival in the Competition Animation Films category.
Breaking Down the Ivory Tower: Building the Health Care Workforce America Needs (respectability.org)
Elevating strategies for addressing the long-standing underrepresentation of historically excluded populations in clinical programs.
US Agency Releases Free Stock Photos of People With Disabilities (petapixel.com)
Helping to fill a notable gap in stock photography.
The link between Covid-19 and Alzheimer's disease established (news-medical.net)
Renin-angiotensin system, or RAS, is a physiological mechanism essential to human body function. The SARS-CoV-2 virus causes overactivation and malfunction of this system.
You First Podcast Episode 48 - Frida: Disability, Sexuality, and Art (disabilityrightsflorida.org)
In honor of Pride Month, upcoming Disability Pride Month, and the time to always just highlight cool disabled people, let’s talk about Frida Kahlo.
Young Disabled People’s Experiences of Activism, Participation & Resistance (eventbrite.com)
An online session to learn from the Disability Activism Across Europe Project presented by Dr Miro Griffiths (Leeds University).
A Brooklyn School Pioneers New Ways to Teach Children With Disabilities (nytimes.com)
At P.S. 15 in Red Hook, a unique program for students with intellectual disabilities could serve as a model for other New York City schools.
Nobody I’ve been locked up with in a psychiatric hospital felt 'proud' of their illness (theguardian.com)
It’s great mental health is now openly discussed but the sickest people I’ve known – myself included – have had almost no part in it.
I will be at Disability Expo (satonmybutt.co.uk)
I have never been to one of the disability shows and I have always wanted to attend, but this year, I will be at Disability Expo.
Research Highlights Inequality In Cancer Care For Disabled People (criplife.co.uk)
Disabled people can feel isolated, unsafe and judged inappropriately when going through cancer care. These are some of the findings of a new report carried out by Help and Care, with the support of Bournemouth University, looking at the quality of cancer care for disabled people.
My Disabled Identity and Non-Binary Gender Are Inextricably Linked (huffingtonpost.co.uk)
My neurodivergences affect the ways that I use pronouns, even the way in which I name myself the words that my OCD, Tourette’s and dyspraxia make leave my mouth affect my relationship with my gender and my body.
Men Need Friendship for Their Mental Health, Too (themighty.com)
"There is a lot of science that says we should be paying more attention to our friendships."
A breakthrough SA product gives hope to Motor Neuron Disease and other neurological disorder patients worldwide (thisability.co.za)
In anticipation of Global Motor Neuron Disease Day on 21 June 2023, communities worldwide affected by Motor Neuron Disease (MND) and Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) are coming together to amplify the understanding of this debilitating and incurable condition. This collective effort aims to generate greater awareness and offer support to patients, caregivers, and families affected by MND/ALS.
Accessible Nature: A Trail Guide for Disabled Hikers (nytimes.com)
We highlight a selection of paths, overlooks and other sites in several U.S. parks that outdoor enthusiasts with disabilities can enjoy this summer.
Cheaper housing or more homelessness? Your call, California. (motherjones.com)
Most of the state's unhoused people are chronically ill—and their biggest problem is soaring rents.
Nobody I’ve been locked up with in a psychiatric hospital felt 'proud' of their illness | Eleanor de Jong (theguardian.com)
It’s great mental health is now openly discussed but the sickest people I’ve known – myself included – have had almost no part in it.
A Brooklyn School Pioneers New Ways to Teach Children With Disabilities (nytimes.com)
At P.S. 15 in Red Hook, a unique program for students with intellectual disabilities could serve as a model for other New York City schools.
Erika Alexander On Dispelling Myths About Intellectual Disabilities In Hulu's 'Wildflower,' Potential 'Living Single' Spinoff - Shadow and Act (shadowandact.com)
Black Hollywood’s own iconic Erika Alexander has been thriving since the ’80s. Outside of her film and TV roles, she has expanded her craft to include writing, producing and directing. Aside from her work in front of and behind the camera, Alexander is also an activist fighting for many causes, including bringing awareness to the rise of missing Black women. Her latest project, Wildflower , premiered on June 23. And it tells a story that many haven’t seen before. Wildflower is a coming-of-age story of a young girl with two intellectually disabled parents. The movie also stars Kiernan Shipka, Dash Mihok, Charlie Plummer, Alexandra Daddario, Brad Garrett, Reid Scott, Erika Alexander, Samantha Hyde, Jacki Weaver, and Jean Smart. Shadow and Act spoke with Alexander about her new role, and while opening up about her long career, Alexander once again gave her two cents on a potential Living Single reboot and what she wants to do next.
Booting 18-year-olds from disability rolls has lifelong consequences (motherjones.com)
Youth who lost benefits at 18 were twice as likely to be charged with a crime as they were to hold a job.
What is ableism, anyway? (gemturner.com)
I’ve always felt a bit weird about the word ableism. It feels a bit of a non-word. It hurts more than what it sounds like when said aloud. When I was younger I thought it was a politically charged and angry word to use. But as I got older I realised how much ableism was simmering in my life.
Disability Without Poverty (disabilitywithoutpoverty.ca)
We are a movement led by people with disabilities supported by our families, friends, service providers, allies and organizations.
Driving Mobility retailer scheme for safer scooter driving launches at House of Lords (ablemagazine.co.uk)
With support from The Department for Transport, Driving Mobility has held a Westminster launch event announcing its new PWMS training scheme for mobility scooter and powered wheelchair retailers.
Don Dale: the children with profound disability held behind bars in the NT (theguardian.com)
At least 15 children with a diagnosed disability, including foetal alcohol spectrum disorder, are being held in detention in the Northern Territory.
Digital Equity Champions for All Learners: How The Arc Advances Digital Skills for Individuals with Disabilities and Their Families - EALA (educatingalllearners.org)
The Arc is the largest and oldest national non-profit that promotes and protects the human rights of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). As part of that mission, they are working to ensure technology can unlock opportunities for individuals with IDD and their families. Founded in the 1950s by parents who knew their children with disabilities deserved greater community involvement, meaningful relationships, and opportunities to succeed, The Arc and its nearly 600 chapters in 48 states and Washington, DC advocate for equitable policies and operate programs in employment, housing, criminal justice, environmental and physical health, transition and future planning, travel, technology, and other areas.
Eye to Eye Featured on Fox 5 NYs Good Day Street Talk (educatingalllearners.org)
Eye to Eye’s Marcus Soutra and Sammi Sapira join Antwan Lewis on Fox 5 NY’s Good Day Street Talk to discuss issues facing young adults. Start watching at minute 5:50 to hear about how Eye to Eye is partnering with schools to elevate students’ strengths and improve their academic experience.
Sickle cell patient shows no symptoms 3 years after gene-editing procedure (theblackwallsttimes.com)
Sickle Cell survivor Victoria Gray doesn't have a single symptom from the disease that many believe to be incurable.
FDA advisers back updated COVID shots for fall vaccinations (npr.org)
A panel of advisers to the Food and Drug Administration has recommended revising the current COVID-19 vaccine so that it specifically targets omicron.
Accessible Nature: A Trail Guide for Disabled Hikers (nytimes.com)
We highlight a selection of paths, overlooks and other sites in several U.S. parks that outdoor enthusiasts with disabilities can enjoy this summer.
Understanding cultural perspectives on neurodiversity (urevolution.com)
Discover how cultural perspectives influence the understanding of neurodiversity. Explore the implications of ethnicity on views and gain valuable insights into the diverse cultural perceptions of cognitive differences. Enhance your knowledge and promote inclusivity with this insightful article.
A shout out to our founder Euan MacDonald on MND Awareness Day (euansguide.com)
A blog post and news article about Euan MacDonald MBE, founder of the Euan MacDonald Centre for MND Research, SpeakUnique and Euan's Guide on Motor Neuron Disease Awareness Day.
Bellavita Bath Lift review - accessible bathing solution (havewheelchairwilltravel.net)
The Bellavita Lift provides an accessible bathing solution for people with a disability looking to still have a bath.
Applications Now Open For The 2023 Journo Resources Fellowship (journoresources.org.uk)
Applications are now open for the 2023 Journo Resources Fellowship. Applicants must be based in the UK, not have a paid full or part-time job in journalism, and be studying with less than a year to go. The fellowship is a six-month commitment and includes webinars, mentoring calls, and one piece for the Journo Resources website. Fellows will be paid as a freelancer upon completion of the agreed piece.
“Today I found my community and they are absolutely EXTRAORDINARY!” - Highlights from Chronicon 2023 (mydiversability.com)
On May 19, 2023, I attended the most amazingly iconic seminar for chronically ill and disabled people. It was held at the XXVenue, along the East River in Brooklyn, NY. What a Chronically Iconic Day!
Creative Access and BSL Consultant (cripticarts.org)
CRIPtic Arts is recruiting now for a Deaf Creative Access and BSL Consultant for an upcoming production in March 2024.
The Mighty’s SMA Condition Guide (themighty.com)
For this Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) condition guide, we talked with an SMA expert, read the latest studies, and connected with SMA advocates and caregivers of children living with SMA.
Improving Paratransit Services (respectability.org)
"Safe and reliable transportation is essential for people with disabilities to fully participate in all aspects of community."
Nimbus Disability: New Partnership Ensures Better Access For Football Fans (criplife.co.uk)
Disabled football fans at Tranmere Rovers FC will be the first to benefit from easier access to tickets thanks to a pioneering partnership with Nimbus Disability, the creator of The Access Card.
Mencap ‘Myth Busters’ Smash Preconceptions About Learning Disability With Guinness World Record Attempts (criplife.co.uk)
To mark Learning Disability Week 2023, Mencap has announced that two ‘Myth Busters’ - Heidi Crowter and Harvey Price – have been smashing preconceptions about learning disability with Guinness World Record attempts.
What Community Support Means With Chronic Migraine (themighty.com)
“Sometimes, it is not our illness that keeps us from living important parts of our lives. It is the community that insists we travel through life with them and like them; that we unify with them on their terms.”
Why the number of kids enrolled in a federal benefit program has dropped dramatically (npr.org)
In recent years, the number of children enrolled in a federal benefit program, Supplemental Security Income, has dropped. It provides assistance to people who are very poor and have a disability.
Refugees and migrants with disabilities (un.org)
Migration and displacement are important issues for both human rights and development policy-makers and practitioners. By definition, migration refers to both voluntary movement (e.g. migrant workers) and involuntary movement (e.g. refugees) of women and men, across geographic borders internationally or internally, with the search for a better life (UNDP, 2016). According to estimates, the number of international migrants had reached 232 million globally in 2013 (UNDESA, Population Division, 2013); of the 59.5 million people forcibly displaced worldwide in 2014, about 19.5 million are refugees and 1.8 million were asylum seekers (UNHCR, 2014). Moreover, there is an overwhelming majority of people who migrate inside their own country, the number of which approaches to 740 million, almost four times as many as the international migrants (UNDP, 2009). With regards to disability, however, there is a lack of data regarding the situation and numbers of migrants with disabilities.
When People Don’t Believe My POTS Is Real (themighty.com)
“People judge me because they don’t know what it’s like.”
Accessible Juneteenth celebrates role of disabled Black people (chicagotribune.com)
A focus on sharing one’s gifts and celebrating disability defined the Saturday afternoon gathering. The mission was simple: a celebration of Black disabled joy.
Adults newly diagnosed as autistic quickly learn a key lesson about how they fit into society (abc.net.au)
Learning you're autistic as an adult can be fraught with challenges, but these people are determined to embrace their autistic identity.
Eater and Disability Visibility Present: Low and Slow (eater.com)
A series on the joys and pleasures of eating, cooking, and sustenance.
Exploring Intersectionality: Understanding the Overlapping Identities of the LGBTQIA+ Community and Individuals with Disabilities - Kids Included Together (kit.org)
The LGBTQIA+ community and individuals with disabilities share similar challenges of discrimination, exclusion, and stigma. Let’s explore their shared experiences, the barriers they are faced with, and highlight the importance of disability inclusion in this historic month.
‘It’s time to buss it up, man!’: Deaf DJ Troi Lee on Netflix-backed documentary ‘Turn Up The Bass’ (liamodell.com)
Turn Up The Bass, a documentary set to explore the life of prominent Deaf DJ Troi Lee, has won the backing of Netflix in the second year of its Documentary Talent Fund. As they begin production on the short film and their search for its director, Lee and executive producer Caroline Menzies sit down with Liam O’Dell to discuss chronicling an inspirational career.