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The most accessible Paralympics ever? (linkedin.com)
The most accessible Paralympics ever? How broadcasters are embracing new technology in order to serve all audiences God bless the superhuman Paralympians Thankfully I haven’t read any such stereotypical headlines in any of the Paralympic coverage I’ve come across so far.
Charity Spotlight: Ellen aims to inspire a future focused on accessibility (scottishhousingnews.com)
Ellen Doherty, 47, from Glasgow, who has macular degeneration due to Stargardt’s disease, became one of Scotland’s first Sight Loss Council volunteers earlier this year and is determined to inspire others to make accessibility a priority.
Inclusive Governance: How Generative AI is Making Public Services Accessible to All (unite.ai)
While the public sector continues to evolve with advancing technology, its core objective remains unchanged: ensuring that all citizens, regardless of socio-economic status, physical abilities, or geographic location, have equal access to public services. This objective, commonly known as inclusive governance, has led the sector to continually embrace advanced technologies to improve citizen engagement, streamline operations, and make informed decisions. In the 1990s, the advent of the internet led the public sector to adopt e-government, making public services available online and allowing governments to interact with citizens through websites. Today, generative AI is taking on a similar transformative role, changing how users interact with services, offering personalized experiences, improving accessibility and streamlining the workplaces. Recognizing its potential, the public sector is increasingly investing in generative AI, with productivity gains estimated to reach $1.75 trillion annually by 2033, according to BCG. This article explores how generative AI is shaping the future of public services and advancing the goals of inclusive governance.
How to avoid accessibility barriers (jpost.com)
Navigating mobile app accessibility challenges requires addressing common mistakes like labeling, target size, and comprehensive testing with all assistive technologies.
AI: Inclusion and Innovation in Organizations (hrexchangenetwork.com)
Learn how Human Resources and DEI leaders can leverage artificial intelligence (AI) as part of the organization's inclusion and innovation strategies.
What Everyone Should Know About Digital Accessibility with Sarah Horton and David Sloan (youtube.com)
Digital accessibility is a team effort where people in different roles have different responsibilities, with a shared set of guiding principles that apply across different technologies. All too often, accessibility education efforts prioritize specific technical aspects of accessibility. Without an understanding where digital accessibility fits within the context of disability inclusion, learners’ efforts to effectively apply knowledge and skills may be hampered.
Do you need accessibility support when accessing NHS services? You have the right to ask (knowsleynews.co.uk)
NHS Cheshire and Merseyside is raising awareness of the importance of fully accessible health services for patients across the region with sensory disabilities or other communication needs.
Dear 3rd party vendor: How to check 3rd party vendors for accessibility plus an email template (blog.pope.tech)
Six easy ways you can check a 3rd party vendor's accessibility.
Why is an accessible PDF critical in today’s digital landscape? (jdsupra.com)
In today’s digital world, the advantages of PDFs cannot be sufficiently emphasized. In addition, the necessity of accessibility for PDF documents can’t be ignored.
We tested an enhanced accessibility neighborhood (paris.fr)
We took advantage of the Paralympic Games to "test run" one of the capital's new enhanced accessibility neighborhoods. We met Japanese wheelchair tennis legend Shingo Kunieda at the Saint-Fargeau metro station (20th arrondissement).
Patrollers inspect accessibility of Paralympic venues (paris.fr)
Seventeen City of Paris members of staff are constantly checking that the Paralympic Games venues are accessible to people with disabilities. We followed two of them to the Arena Paris Sud (15th arrondissement).
The long road ahead for Thailand if it wants to host the Paralympics? (nationthailand.com)
What if Thailand wanted to host the Paralympics? Hosting one of the biggest sporting events in the world requires many considerations, but in this article, we will focus on one key aspect: accessibility.
Paralympic Team GB: Firm inspired to reprise accessibility campaign (halifaxcourier.co.uk)
West Yorkshire firm Simply Moving and Sleeping has resurrected an accessibility campaign after being inspired by Paralympic Team GB at the Paralympic Games.
How Airbnb has paved the way for accessible stays at the Paralympics (cntraveller.com)
For the latest instalment of Beyond Barriers, Sophie Morgan looks at how Airbnb has helped Paris cater to Disabled travellers
Things Better For Disabled People But Still Work To Do: British Paralympic Star Shuker (barrons.com)
British wheelchair tennis great Lucy Shuker believes the world is moving in the right direction in making life more accessible for disabled people but she told AFP "let's keep striving for a better tomorrow than we had yesterday".
Paralympic great Lucy Shuker says more can be done to aid people with disabilities (japantimes.co.jp)
The 44-year-old is trying to earn her fourth Paralympic medal.
"Paris 2024 Paralympics have sparked greater awareness of accessibility challenges", activist says (youtube.com)
Sinéad Burke, CEO and Founder of disability advocacy and consultancy group Tilting the Lens, speaks to FRANCE24's Yinka Oyetade about what legacy will the Pa...
Disability access 'is going to change', minister says, after ex-Paralympian forced to 'crawl off' train (news.sky.com)
Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy has told Sky News that the legacy of ParalympicsGB's success "won't just be measured in medals, it will be measured in the opportunities".
Accessibility: 'Paralympic movement needs to work harder at representation of disability community' (france24.com)
More than 4,000 athletes with physical, visual and intellectual impairments are competing in 22 sports for the Paris 2024 Paralympic Summer Games. Organizers say more than 2 million of the 2.8 million tickets have been sold for the wide array of Paralympic events. Even though the Paralympic movement continues to advance and evolve, Paralympic Gold Medalist Richard Whitehead MBE asserts that "there is still a long way to go with accessibility." He wholeheartedly insists that "seeing is believing, and you need to see that it is possible in disability sport."
There's more to accessibility than availability of recreational spaces, says study (phys.org)
Urban planners and developers have predetermined markers of accessibility for recreational spaces, such as parks and playgrounds that might include ramps or the ability to travel to the space using public ...
Building a More Accessible Future with BRIDGES (rocklandtimes.com)
According to the CDC, more than 1 in 4 adults in the United States live with a disability. Some struggle with cognitive conditions that are not immediately noticeable. Others face clear physical challenges. All of them, whether recovering from a temporary setback or managing a lifelong complication, must function in a world that often refuses to adapt to their specific needs. BRIDGES, previously known as the Rockland Independent Living Center, was founded by caregivers keenly aware of that challenge, who have formed an organization intended to “provide advocacy and leadership towards an accessible, integrated community, promoting health and autonomy for people with disabilities”. Carlos Martinez, the CEO and Executive Director of BRIDGES, is utilizing a New City property and the concepts of Universal Design to create an “accessible, integrated community” in Rockland and foster a more inclusive society in general.
How digital accessibility is good for business (afro.com)
Discover how digital accessibility benefits businesses, improving customer experience, retention, and reputation. Learn about the benefits of accessibility.
Could AI compromise digital access for people with disabilities? (calcalistech.com)
"Technology developers, regulators, and communities of people with disabilities must collaborate to ensure that these innovative tools enhance accessibility rather than hinder it," writes Yossi Synett, Chief Scientist at Evinced.
I Got Robbed on the Train — But I Still Have Faith In Cities (usa.streetsblog.org)
"I don’t condone crime, but I also do not condone the demonizing of cities and the diverse people that power them."
Accessibility For Deaf And Hard-of-Hearing Scientists (miragenews.com)
The words diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) are popping up in the news everywhere. More often than not, however, mention of accessibility is left out of the mix, with notable exceptions including NIH's Strategic Plan for Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility (DEIA) and ASM's Inclusive Diversity with Equity, Access and Accountability (IDEAA) efforts.
Building an Accessible Future in the Private Sector (itprotoday.com)
Private companies must prioritize digital inclusivity to enhance user experience, protect their reputation, and tap into a broader customer base.
Enhancing Data Collection to Better Serve People with Disabilities (conduitstreet.mdcounties.org)
By making data collection more inclusive, local governments can improve services for people with disabilities and enhance the quality of life.
I'm An AI Expert – Here's How We're Making The Olympic And Paralympic Games More Accessible In 2024 (huffpost.com)
HuffPost UK spoke exclusively with Sarah Vickers, Head of Intel's Olympic and Paralympic Program to learn more about how technology has improved the Olympic and Paralympic Games this year.
Beyond Disability Stigma: Examining Tolerance and Intolerance toward Disability Issues (sjdr.se)
Disability research has focused a lot on stigma but very little on situations where individuals express tolerance or intolerance toward disability issues. Recent advances from social psychology suggest that intolerance is conceptually distinct from stigma and prejudice and results from value-driven reasons to interfere with a person’s beliefs or practices that have little to do with their identity or characteristics like impairment. However, study of (in)tolerance has so far been neglected in the disability context. In this paper, we address this gap. We argue that studying disability-related (in)tolerance is crucial for understanding disability discrimination and designing interventions to combat it. Moreover, we assert that integrating a study of (in)tolerance alongside disability stigma will offer a richer understanding of disability issues like assisted dying, inclusive education, decent work and access refusals. We also consider what makes disability-related intolerance ‘unjustifiable’ or ‘justifiable’, whether disabled people can themselves express intolerance to disability issues and how far promoting tolerance toward disabled people is even a good thing.
Charities call upon Prime Minister to secure public transport accessibility (transportforall.org.uk)
Transport and disabled people’s charities are calling for a meeting with the Prime Minister to secure urgent accessibility changes to public transport to prevent harm to disabled people.
Highways Magazine - Grey-Thompson calls for accessible EV transition (highwaysmagazine.co.uk)
One of the UK's greatest paralympic athletes, Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson DBE, has called for planning around the transition to electric vehicles to take account of accessibility issues.
Ensuring electric vehicle accessibility for all (openaccessgovernment.org)
As the UK pushes forward with its ambitious targets for EV adoption, concerns about electric vehicle accessibility for disabled drivers have come to light.
London Gatwick Airport enhances accessibility with launch of detailed guides for passengers (futuretravelexperience.com)
London Gatwick Airport has partnered with AccessAble to launch a series of free, bespoke Detailed Access Guides.
Study finds program boosts cognitive engagement of students with language and attention difficulties (phys.org)
A new study has found high school students with disabilities impacting language and information processing were able to better comprehend content when teachers adopted evidence-based strategies to increase the accessibility of classroom teaching.
News is now accessible for children with autism (bangaloremirror.indiatimes.com)
When Jacob was merely a 15-year-old, his interests leaned towards architecture, leading him to intern with an architectural firm which involved him in designing playgrounds for autistic children.
The rationale for accessible housing (timesofindia.indiatimes.com)
When we think of “accessible housing” what comes to our mind is special housing for the elderly and the disabled. You probably also feel you don’t need accessible housing and that you had rather buy a beautiful home than an accessible one. You are not alone. Accessible housing has yet to make an appearance in our list of priorities when buying a house. It’s another matter that accessible homes are also aesthetically pleasing when designed with accessibility as a core feature.
Noticing This While Driving Could Be An Early Sign Of Dementia (huffingtonpost.co.uk)
It can really affect your experience on the road.
Disability: accessible voting (paris.fr)
The City of Paris, in collaboration with the Departmental Council for Citizenship and Autonomy and various volunteer organizations, has established a system aimed at enhancing the accessibility of electoral events for individuals with disabilities.
“Calm on set”: How Venice title ‘My Everything’ has helped to pioneer accessibility practices while filming (screendaily.com)
“I couldn’t believe the job I was doing didn’t exist already,” says Margault Algudo-Brzostek, France’s first ‘accessibility coordination manager’, on Venice premiere My Everything and French summer hit A Little Something Extra, which both star several actors with disabilities.
‘Unfair’ as Oasis fans call Wembley thousands of times for accessible tickets (independent.co.uk)
Frances Mobbs said trying to get accessible Oasis tickets for Wembley for her son was an ‘impossible task’.
‘Unfair’ as Oasis fans call Wembley thousands of times for accessible tickets (perspectivemedia.com)
Frances Mobbs said trying to get accessible Oasis tickets for Wembley for her son was an ‘impossible task’.
Oasis fans faced turmoil as accessible tickets for tour were 'impossible' to buy (mirror.co.uk)
Fans trying to purchase accessible tickets for the Oasis UK reunion tour have expressed their upset as the number provided by Ticketmaster leaves fans waiting for hours
Report points out 'gaps' in digital provision for people with disabilities (eng.lsm.lv)
A new report by Latvian company TestDevLab, titled "Digital Accessibility & EAA: Telco Industry Under Review" suggests the leading digital telecommunications (Telco) companies might not always be as marvellous and includsive as they say they are.
Delhi HC Directs Rapido To File Audit Report On Accessibility For Persons With Disabilities (ndtvprofit.com)
The Delhi High Court has asked bike-taxi aggregator Rapido to file an audit report on the accessibility of its services for persons with disabilities within three months.
HC Asks Rapido To Ensure App Accessibility For Disabled Persons (inc42.com)
The Delhi HC has asked Rapido to submit a compliance report on the accessibility of its app for persons with disability (PwD).
Why TIFF needs to start requiring captions for all films, according to critics (cbc.ca)
The Toronto International Film Festival is one of the most prestigious events on the city’s cultural calendar, but according to one critic, accessibility issues prevent it from being something every movie lover can fully enjoy.
Greece Introduces ‘Eumaeus’ to Boost Accessibility at Cultural Sites for Visitors with Limited Mobility (news.gtp.gr)
The Culture Ministry aims to enhance access to Greece’s archaeological sites, monuments, and museums for individuals with disabilities.
Placing accessibility at the centre of house building (localgov.co.uk)
Disabled architect and renowned access consultant, Amy Francis-Smith, argues that accessibility should be the focus of new local government house building.
Don't ignore accessibility in the race to build new homes (housingdigital.co.uk)
It's not just people with disabilities who desperately need homes that are readily accessible and adaptable, writes Amy Francis-Smith
Accessible equipment range blends style and functionality so gardens can remain safe and beautiful (attoday.co.uk)
Invisible Creations has announced its new Garden Accessibility Range, which is a range of products that blend style and functionality
Florida state parks create accessible, inclusive outdoor experiences (eu.news-press.com)
No one left behind on the docks, sand line or trailhead due to mobility level.
Which Finger Lakes recreation areas are ADA accessible? Check out DEC's new map (eu.democratandchronicle.com)
New Yorkers can now more easily find accessible recreation areas throughout the state, including over a dozen places in the Finger Lakes region.
Washington to fix accessibility violations at its state parks (washingtonstatestandard.com)
The settlement with the U.S. Department of Justice will require Washington to come up with a formal process to maintain accessible facilities.
Judge Mandates All New York City Taxi Cabs Become Wheelchair Accessible (blackenterprise.com)
The Taxi and Limousine Commission must make all new cabs wheelchair-accessible until the city meets the 50% requirement.
Judge orders NYC to make all new taxis wheelchair-accessible (pressherald.com)
The goal is to make half of the city's cabs available to travelers using wheelchairs or other mobility aids.
Only 39% of Americans view national parks as accessible options. There's a simple fix. (eu.usatoday.com)
Travelers with disabilities may find it difficult to find accessibility information about national parks. Here's how technology can improve that.
Why accessibility advocates praise DOT: ‘Never happened this fast’ (eu.usatoday.com)
Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg told me that his department is emphasizing accessibility. Advocates are pleased but want to see more.
Adaptive Technology: Amazing Lift Makes Horseback Riding More Accessible (inspiremore.com)
Here's how a specialized lift can help a wheelchair user go horseback riding. It's amazing how adaptive technology can open doors!
Disney no longer magical to guests denied Disability Access Service (latimes.com)
A variety of individuals told The Times they feel betrayed by Disney, known for its inclusivity, and are reconsidering patronizing its parks after changes to Disney's Disability Access Service, or DAS, pass.
Wheelies look fun, but they're a serious skill for kids in wheelchairs (npr.org)
It takes skill and practice to navigate the world in a wheelchair. This summer program teaches kids how, one wheelie at a time.
Indianapolis Zoo certified as sensory inclusive (wrtv.com)
The Zoo added signage to notify guests of loud and quiet areas and areas with smells, weighted lap pads and sensory bags containing noise-canceling headphones, fidget tools and communication cards.
New program in NY offers outdoor accessibility for people with disabilities (msn.com)
A new way for people of all abilities to enjoy the outdoors has come to the North Country.
Survey: Venues fall short on invisible disabilities (espn.com)
ESPN canvassed 136 teams in the NFL, NBA, WNBA, MLB and NHL on whether they offer accommodations that fans with invisible disabilities say would make their game-day experience better.
How a 12-year-old girl's bad day shows the importance of accessibility (sfsimplified.com)
"These are the type of things people with disabilities, with mobility devices – this is where we belong, we belong on that stage."
With U.S. Open in Swing, Fans Would Love to See Wheelchair Access at Willets Point (thecity.nyc)
Anyone with a wheelchair or stroller is severely hampered from heading to the tennis tournament or a Mets game on mass transit despite long-delayed promises to upgrade accessibility at the hub.
In Los Angeles, an Artist’s Studio for a Blind Potter (nytimes.com)
Every client is unique, but Don Katz truly broke the mold.
They Want YOU: Massive Protest for Subway Elevators on Sept. 8 (nyc.streetsblog.org)
Advocates will canvass the city Sept. 8 to call attention to the accessibility impacts of Gov. Hochul's decision to nix congestion pricing.
The case for standard accessibility reporting (youtube.com)
Lucy chats with Jack McElaney from accessibility in the news about the importance of adding accessibility and accessible features to products.
Standard Accessibility Reporting, Inc. (standardari.org)
Standard Accessibility Reporting, Inc. Consumers demand accessibility. We’re creating the standards to rate the accessibility of everyday products. For consumers with disabilities, it’s difficult to know in advance if a product will work given their needs. The reason? Few manufacturers report the level of accessibility of their products.
Judge orders all new NYC taxis be made wheelchair accessible (amny.com)
All new NYC yellow taxis must be accessible for people in wheelchairs until the city finally meets the terms of a decade-old settlement, a federal judge ruled last week.
Right on Track: Accessibility in State Parks (streets.mn)
The Minnesota DNR has acquired powered wheelchairs with tank treads to increase accessibility of hiking trails at several state parks!
What’s New in Google Accessibility (youtube.com)
Welcome back to another episode of What's New in Google Accessibility, a series where we share the latest product and feature updates that help make Google more accessible for everyone. In this episode, we'll tell you about updates coming to products like Workspace, Maps, Android, Chrome + Chromebooks and more.
Building Accessible Apps (kioskindustry.org)
Your team values speed over accessibility. How can you ensure inclusivity while meeting tight deadlines?
Home accessibility continues to evolve (hmenews.com)
The home accessibility market is still relatively young, but it has come a long way in that short time. Most importantly, the HME industry is increasingly taking ownership of it, says Jim Greatorex, vice president of Waterloo, Iowa-based VGM’s Live at Home division.
More Digital Accessibility Books (tpgi.com)
Ricvky Onsman found 19 more digital accessibility books published in the last few years.
Why Apple Books works for me (sixcolors.com)
Dan wrote last week about reports that Apple had laid off 100 people in the Books group. The news seemed to strike most observers as a regrettable, but understandable business decision. Apple Books has never really been able to topple, or even challenge, Amazon’s dominance in the ebook world, As a writer who sells books directly and via Apple Books, I have some thoughts.
Razorback Transit Implementing Bus Stop Location Changes for Higher Accessibility (news.uark.edu)
Razorback Transit has moved the location of one of its stops on Route 26. The stop, previously located in the parking lot at the Walmart Supercenter, is now directly off the west side of Mall Avenue.
OPINION: Jennifer Mooradian and Dawn Trussell discuss improving accessibility for disabled athletes (brocku.ca)
This piece written by doctoral candidate Jennifer Mooradian and Professor Dawn Trussell, both in Brock's Department of Sport Management, originally appeared in The Conversation. The increased media coverage of the Paralympic Games makes Paralympic sport seem “inclusive.”
Kennesaw State student’s research put focus on accessibility in software interfaces (kennesaw.edu)
The trajectory of Vignesh Mullaguru’s academic journey truly began taking shape four years ago. In 2020, as student experiences shifted online out of necessity, Mullaguru was unexpectedly ushered into an era of discovery. Mullaguru, who recently earned a degree in interactive design from Kennesaw State University, had always been interested in design. As a student at Johns Creek High School, Mullaguru thought he might leverage that interest into a career in architecture.
University websites: How can we make them better for international student recruitment? (monitor.icef.com)
The following is a guest post by Guus Goorts, and is excerpted with permission from his forthcoming book, Genuinely helpful: A practical guide to effective university websites. Guus is a Netherlands-based author, digital marketing specialist, and online marketing trainer specialising in the higher education sector.
Area colleges, students work to create accessible campuses for those with disabilities (telegraphherald.com)
Peals of laughter filled a room at University of Wisconsin-Platteville on a recent evening as a group of about 15 students played a game of Cards Against Humanity.
Make your course materials accessible with Panorama (news.umanitoba.ca)
The Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL) Support Fund provides opportunities for professors, instructors and librarians to undertake projects that increase knowledge in pedagogy and learning. This year, six awards of $6,000 and one major award of $25,000 were awarded. Learn about Dr. Jason Peeler's research to improve clinical skills training in the area of musculoskeletal medicine.
Learn about digital accessibility in Google Workspace (thedaily.case.edu)
Members of the Case Western Reserve University community are invited to join the digital accessibility team at CWRU every Friday at 2 p.m. for “Ask TLT Accessibility,” an interactive talk show. Throughout the month of September, the team will explore accessibility in Google Workspace. Topics will be: Check out the Ask TLT Accessibility web page to get more details and register to attend these sessions.
TimelyCare app brings mental health care to students when they need it (utsa.edu)
As classes and campus events get underway this fall, UTSA is putting mental health resources into the hands of students including resources that students can access any time.
How UNF Student Accessibility Center can support students (unfspinnaker.com)
The University of North Florida’s Student Accessibility Center is an inclusive space that provides supportive services for undergraduate and graduate students with disabilities. The SAC, which is located in UNF’s Tom and Betty Petway Hall, currently serves over 1,300 students. Registration with the center is free of charge, confidential and voluntary.
NIU provides accessibility to students with hearing disabilities (northernstar.info)
A captioning service offered by NIU allows students with hearing disabilities to participate in classes alongside their peers.
New disability efforts empower faculty, staff and students (msudenver.edu)
MSU Denver initiatives build inclusion and accessibility across the campus community.
The Visalia Fox Theatre, first certified in 2022, renews its commitment to high standards of accessibility and accommodation. Renewing our certification reaffirms our commitment to accessibility and inclusion..."
City of La Quinta Achieves Certified Autism Center™ Status, Leading the Way in Accessibility (kxan.com)
This training is consistent with La Quinta’s commitment to do everything possible to ensure that all residents and visitors feel comfortable, supported, and valued in our city.”— Jon McMillen, city managerLA QUINTA, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, August 29, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES) now recognizes the City of La Quinta as a Certified Autism Center™ (CAC).
A Week Without Driving (disabilityrightsmt.org)
Most Americans don’t think we have many, if any, rites of passage.
Sicamous council agrees to join regional accessibility advocacy committee after some debate (castanet.net)
District of Sicamous council agreed to move forward with the regional accessibility advocacy committee despite disagreements over funding caps and committee appointment mechanisms.
Disabled Peoples Organisations Sign Open Letter To PM Calling For Accessible Transport (disabilityrightsuk.org)
Disability Rights UK Transport Policy Adviser, Stephen Brookes, was pleased to be part of a group of DPOs who jointly compiled and signed a letter which went to the Prime Minister and The Secretary of State for Transport this week. He said ‘It is important that Disabled Peoples Organisations work together to make any changes in transport legislation a positive move for access for Disabled passengers’
Accessibility: The Art of the Possible – Inspire Foundation launches its annual conference (newsbook.com.mt)
The conference will take place on the 10th of October 2024, at the AX The Palace Hotel in Sliema and will focus on critical issues surrounding physical, digital, and social accessibility for persons with disabilities.
First in the nation: Natural Bridge State Park pioneers accessibility for the blind (youtube.com)
Virginia's Natural Bridge Zoo has become the first state park in the nation to install RightHear, a revolutionary app that helps blind and low-vision visitors navigate and understand their surroundings in more than 2,300 locations.
CBFC hosts conference on ‘Accessibility Guidelines’ with Malayalam Film Bodies (e2india.com)
The Regional Office of the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) hosted an interactive Conference here on the ‘Accessibility Guidelines’ notified by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting on March 15, 2024. The Conference was held on Friday with various associations and trade bodies of Malayalam film industry at the Kerala Film Chamber Of Commerce Conference hall in Kochi. The Conference was aimed at addressing the implementation of accessibility standards for persons with hearing and visual impairment, in feature films for public exhibitions in cinema theatres. Various stakeholders including film producers, exhibitors, technological service providers and representatives from various organizations including Kerala Film Producers Association, Distributors’ Associations under Kerala Film Chamber of Commerce and FEFKA took part in the event.
Telling Tales 2024: Leading the Way in Accessibility and Inclusive Programming (bayobserver.ca)
The 16th Annual Telling Tales Festival, taking place on September 21st and 22nd at Hendrie Park in Royal Botanical Gardens’ Hendrie Park is designed with a strong focus on accessibility and inclusivity. This year, the Festival layout has been redesigned with families in mind, and the increased availability of ASL interpretation for programming presentations.
New program in NY offers outdoor accessibility for people with disabilities (wcax.com)
A new way for people of all abilities to enjoy the outdoors has come to the North Country.
Advanced Text-To-Speech Plugins (trendhunter.com)
text-to-speech plugin - ReadSpeaker and Qualitus have teamed up to create a new text-to-speech plugin for the ILIAS learning management system. This initiative integrates ...
Inside Our First-Ever Accessibility Issue (goodhousekeeping.com)
This Good Housekeeping special features Broadway star Ali Stroker, stories from the disabled community and smart solutions to future-proof your home.
2024 #BEACTIVE DAY to focus on accessibility and sustainability (insidethegames.biz)
Europe Active’s annual “Be Active Day” is set to take place across 21 countries on 23 September. In conjunction with the European Week of Sport, the continent-wide celebration of physical activity aims to inspire thousands to lead healthier lives.
International Festival Goes Above And Beyond On Accessibility (lovebusinesseastmidlands.com)
Derby-based social enterprise, Nimbus Disability, has successfully completed its first international festival collaboration – ensuring full accessibility for disabled Afrobeats music fans.
Guildford: Theatre embarks on work to improve accessibility (bbc.com)
Work has begun to transform a theatre in Surrey with the help of a £2.9m council grant.
London Gatwick launches new accessibility guides (airport-world.com)
London Gatwick has partnered with AccessAble to launch a series of bespoke Detailed Access Guides helping passengers navigate more easily, safely and confidently through the airport.
Abra expands role of legally blind chief strategist (aerospaceglobalnews.com)
Abra Group, a leading aviation group, has announced the expansion of Michael Swiatek's role, adding the responsibility of Chief Accessibility Officer to his current position as Chief Strategy Officer of the group.
Guildford: Theatre embarks on work to improve accessibility (bbc.com)
The theatre's chief executive says the work will turn it into a "cultural community hub".
Miami connecting for accessibility (c-mw.net)
Connecting inclusively Greater Miami is experiencing a fast event industry recovery post-Covid, with increasing demand from feeder markets such as the UK, Germany, Canada and Mexico. A delegation, including key politicians, recently visited London and Dublin to connect with the message that Greater Miami is booming for business.
New ticket sales services for wheelchair users (fcbarcelona.com)
FC Barcelona streamlines the ticket sales process for wheelchair users and their companions by means of a new form that improves efficiency and accessibility
Google unveils Android accessibility features update: TalkBack now offers detailed image descriptions (livemint.com)
Beyond accessibility, Google has introduced several other enhancements to improve the overall Android experience. TalkBack, Android's screen reader designed for individuals who are blind or have low vision, now offers more detailed audio descriptions for digital images.
Microsoft reveals more new and upcoming accessibility improvements to Outlook for Windows (neowin.net)
Microsoft plans to continue adding new accessibility improvements to the Outlook email app for Windows.
Run to the Future: A New Inclusive Running Event Champions Diversity and Accessibility (pune.news)
Former British athlete Richard Whitehead MBE and broadcaster/DJ Adele Roberts are leading a new initiative to promote diversity…
Signia's prescription-grade hearing aids look like traditional earbuds (zdnet.com)
Signia, a leader in the hearing device industry, announces two new stylish yet powerful hearing aids.
Expanding accessibility on state lands: DEC launches pilot program (cbs6albany.com)
A new pilot program is working to increase accessibility on New York State lands for those with disabilities.
Morgan’s Hotel to offer unprecedented accessibility in San Antonio (texasstandard.org)
The group behind Morgan’s Wonderland plans to meet the lodging needs of everyone, regardless of disability.
Modern Accessibility Trailers (trendhunter.com)
Osoyoos' new accessibility trailer promises to enhance the town's commitment to inclusivity and make its beach and outdoor areas more accessible to individuals with mobility challenges. Funded by a $25,000 grant from the Social Planning and Research Council of BC, the accessibility trailer is designed to store and transport mobility aids such as Mobi-Chairs, Mobi-Mats, and a TrailRider, all of which facilitate access to the beach and water for those in wheelchairs.
International music festival praises accessibility experts (marketingderby.co.uk)
Nimbus Disability has successfully completed its first international festival collaboration – ensuring full accessibility for disabled music fans.
How the TD Accessibility Adapter works (stories.td.com)
The TD Accessibility Adapter was designed and developed by TD colleagues to address their individual online visual accessibility preferences.
Divas with Disabilities (divaswithdisabilities.org)
We are a digital movement and community that is committed to increasing the participation and representation of Black and brown women and girls with visible disabilities - DIVAS - Dynamic, Illuminating, Victorious, Achieving Sisters.
Now Is the Time to Future-Proof Your Home (goodhousekeeping.com)
Our pros teamed up with design experts to help you create a welcoming home.
As Xbox innovates again, is the gaming industry finally getting accessibility right? (thedrum.com)
This installment of our Consumer Tech Focus examines how major companies, including Xbox and Sony, are developing accessibility products for gamers with disabilities. Good progress has been made but experts tell us these brands can go up another level.
Xbox's New Adaptive Joystick To Debut In 2025 (thegamer.com)
The Xbox Adaptive Joystick, coming in 2025, will provide a user-friendly solution for gamers.
Star Wars Outlaws' Accessibility Options Are Astonishing (yahoo.com)
Star Wars Outlaws is a massive game teeming with stuff to do, and it can feel a little bit overwhelming at first. But before you even start playing, there’s a range of options that could make your life easier. As is so often the case with Ubisoft games, there’s a wide variety of settings relating to both difficulty and accessibility that can be discovered in the menus, and we highly recommend that you peruse these to set the game up in a way that best suits you.
Inclusive Design: Mastering Social Media Accessibility! (wittysparks.com)
Discover secret inclusive design tips to create engaging social media content that reaches a diverse audience, ensuring equal access and participation for all.
Japan funds WFP's drought response in Zambia (disabilityinsider.com)
The World Food Programme (WFP) receives a contribution of US$ 2 million from the Government of Japan to support 42,000 drought-affected people in Zambia to meet their essential food security and nutrition needs.
People on low incomes cutting back on meat, fruit and vegetables (disabilityinsider.com)
Almost three quarters of people receiving income support are cutting back on meat, fresh fruit and vegetables due to the low rate of payments and rising cost of living, a new survey by ACOSS has found.
WHO and ITU release new guideline to improve telehealth accessibility (disabilityinsider.com)
The World Health Organization (WHO) and the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) have published the Implementation toolkit for accessible telehealth services. This toolkit provides practical guidance to support governments, policymakers, health industry, health services providers, and civil society on how to integrate accessibility features in telehealth services.
Flirting in Sign Language (youtube.com)
ft. Nyle DiMarco
Teaching the Sighted about Blindness in a Way that Doesn’t Suck (Leave your Blindfolds at Home!) (longmoreinstitute.wordpress.com)
For years, well-intentioned teachers have used simulation activities to teach sighted people about blindness. You put on a blindfold, stagger around a building for a few minutes, and typically rip the blindfold off at the end with a newfound gratitude that you aren’t one of those poor, tragic blind people. Understandably, blind people have criticized this educational “tool” for causing more harm than good, when all it simulates is the first few moments of seeing nothing. Who wouldn’t be completely traumatized by being thrown into the world without learning the many alternative ways of doing things?
Study shows how the pandemic may have affected teens’ brains (edition.cnn.com)
The social and emotional effects of the Covid-19 pandemic on teenagers may have resulted in accelerated brain aging in adolescents, according to a new study.
Know Your Rights Fact Sheet: Service Animals (disabilityrightsflorida.org)
Your top questions about service animals answered.
Department of Justice sues Maine for violating the Americans with Disabilities Act (wbur.org)
The lawsuit alleges that Maine segregates children with behavioral disabilities in hospitals, residential facilities and the Long Creek Youth Development Center.
An author’s conflict with internalised ableism (reframingdisability.substack.com)
Paralympics coverage; gender and disability in medicine & war-torn Yemen; internalised ableism; and plenty of new data and resources
ElevenLabs - Bridging Voice (bridgingvoice.org)
(PDF) AI in Deaf Inclusion. Hear us out because we cannot hear you (researchgate.net)
This comprehensive monograph explores the potential of AI-powered sign language translation systems to enhance Deaf inclusion, examining the social, economic, technological, and ethical implications of this emerging technology. The book covers a wide range of topics, including: - The social and economic impacts of Deaf exclusion - Technological challenges in AI-based sign language translation - Legal and ethical considerations in AI development for Deaf inclusion - Comparative costs of traditional and AI-powered interpretation services - Case studies of innovative AI projects in sign language translation Our goal with this publication is to create awareness about the importance of Deaf inclusion and the transformative role AI can play in breaking down communication barriers. We hope this work will contribute to the ongoing dialogue about accessibility, inclusion, and the responsible development of AI technologies. The full ebook is available for download. We welcome your thoughts, feedback, and further discussion on this important topic. #DeafInclusion #AI #SignLanguage #Accessibility #AISocialScience
Making chatbots accessible: A guide to enhance usability for users with disabilities (sitelint.com)
Enhance chatbot usability for users with disabilities: Learn strategies for accessibility, including visual, cognitive, and compliance aspects.
Accessibility Checklist for Apple Vision Pro (robinkanatzar.blog)
Keep accessibility in mind while developing apps for Apple Vision Pro with this handy checklist.
How to Add Extended Descriptions in EPUBs (apln.ca)
Complex images often require longer descriptions. This resource details three different ways to add extended descriptions in an EPUB.
Navigating the European Accessibility Act (EAA) (thoughtbot.com)
A practical guide to understand the European Accessibility Act (EAA) and get started with your plan to comply.
Comparing design systems to find the best qualities (hidde.blog)
It's not easy to build very good UI components. A global effort to try and find the best qualities of components would be a great opportunity to improve components everywhere.
Power up your design system with accessibility testing (makeitfable.com)
Screeners are helpful for targeting the right audience for your study, but they can also be a barrier to people with disabilities. Learn more about screeners, their impact on inclusive research and how to create more inclusive screeners overall.
WCAG 2.2 map by theme (andrewhick.com)
Andrew Hick - accessibility and test person. User of code, pixels, pens and string. Bath, UK
European Accessibility Act requires culture to shift! (cerovac.com)
I am a bit biased towards technical parts of accessibility, but when I studied EAA even more, I finally understand why it does not try to be technical.
What a new accessibility class action lawsuit means for agencies (accessarmada.com)
A new class action lawsuit targeting a major overlay vendor raises liability risks and opportunities for agencies and their clients.
The Inclusive UX Research Playbook from CVS Health® Inclusive Design (scribe.rip)
UX research as a field has historically excluded disabled people. This exclusion was not always deliberate; it was often the result of broader social exclusions of disabled people, along with the perceived difficulty of recruiting and accommodating the access needs of disabled participants. Yet disability impacts everyone, affecting people living with permanent disabilities and those who experience temporary or situational disability. Because all of us will encounter disabling experiences at some point in our lives, the intersectionality of disability means that UX research focusing on the diverse and specific needs of people with disabilities provides the opportunity to uncover and remove barriers that impact more people across more identities.
A bookeversary (lucywebster.substack.com)
Hello, My book is a whole year old tomorrow.
The Art of Receiving Support From The Universe. (disabilitydaily.substack.com)
Good caregivers take care of you as a whole, not just your body.
Disability is Not a Dirty Word (youtube.com)
Easterseals Southern California is proud to present our PSA campaign "Disability is Not a Dirty Word." Disability is a source of pride, and it's part of being human. For more than 25% of all US people, it’s a part of who we are. Join Easterseals in celebrating Disability Pride. Say it. Celebrate it. Share it.
Popularity is still on the rise for the only two Paralympic exclusive sports (paralympic.org)
How boccia and goalball are making their mark within the sporting offer with their agenda of tactics on one side and speed and acrobatics on the other one
PARALYMPIC GAMES: Calls for 20-year access plan for Ile-de-France Metro showcases what the Paralympics is actually about - The Sports Examiner (thesportsexaminer.com)
PARALYMPIC GAMES: Calls for 20-year access plan for Ile-de-France Metro showcases what the Paralympics is actually about - The Sports Examiner - Your all-in-one coverage of Olympic-sports news, views, previews and results.
Emergency aid for Gaza (justgiving.com)
Help Gaza Sunbirds raise money to support Amos Trust
Paralympics celebrate disability, but in Paris, access has been hit-or-miss (washingtonpost.com)
To learn what it was like to navigate Paris with a disability during the Paralympics, The Washington Post spent an afternoon with a fan who uses a wheelchair.
Google Maps Adds Transit Alerts For Broken Elevators, Accessibility Issues (cnet.com)
A new alert can help people, including those who use wheelchairs, better plan their journeys.
Tanni Grey-Thompson: I had to crawl off a train — then I got trounced by trolls (archive.ph)
The wheelchair-racing legend, who has had abuse from strangers since her ordeal at King’s Cross station last week, says the Paralympics can’t transform the lives of disabled people — laws are needed for that
No Gold Medal for Crawling Off Trains (accessiblelink.substack.com)
The Urgent Need for a Cultural Shift in Railway Accessibility
Alaa al-Dali: The Gaza para-cycling star fighting for a shot at glory (aljazeera.com)
The Gaza Sunbirds para-cycling group have overcome war and personal adversity for a chance to compete internationally.
‘We’re still alive’: Palestine’s only athlete at the Paralympics speaks out (aljazeera.com)
Fadi Aldeeb lost his brother in an Israeli attack on Gaza and raises Palestine’s flag in Paris as an act of resistance.
What are Phryges? Everything to know about the Paris 2024 mascot (nbcnews.com)
The Paris 2024 mascot is a historic symbol of the French liberation and an Olympic symbol of the power of sport.
Refugee Paralympic Team (paralympic.org)
Eight athletes and one guide runner will compete as part of the largest-ever Refugee Paralympic Team (RPT) at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games, representing more than 120 million forcibly displaced people worldwide. They are based in six countries and will compete across six sports – Para athletics, Para powerlifting, Para table tennis, Para taekwondo, Para triathlon, and wheelchair fencing.
Zakia Khudadadi takes bronze and an historic first medal for Refugee Paralympic Team (unhcr.org)
Zakia Khudadadi made history on Thursday when she claimed bronze in her semi-final/final Para taekwondo bout at the Grand Palais on the first day of the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games, becoming the first member of the Refugee Paralympic Team to win a medal.
Countering Ableism In The Paralympics And Disability Sport Coverage (reframingdisability.substack.com)
Journalist Aman Misra on mainstreaming non-ableist coverage of Paralympics, acceptance of psychosocial disabilities in newsrooms, WhatsApp accessibility, and recommendations
Para athletes are elite competitors – not tragic or inspirational caricatures (himalmag.com)
News coverage of the Paralympic Games in India is stuck in regressive victim-hero dichotomies and needs an overhaul
Astronaut John McFall carries Paralympic flag at opening ceremony Aug. 28 (space.com)
"I am truly honoured to be standing here today, as a Paralympian."
Celebrate It | Watch Unique Stories (disabilitypride.com)
Watch powerful stories. Witness diverse experiences, triumphs, and challenges that shape the disability community. Be inspired, gain new perspectives, and join our movement for inclusivity.
The Honourable Elizabeth A. Baker Challenges Paradigms of Access and Connection (icareifyoulisten.com)
Yaz Lancaster speaks with The Honourable Elizabeth A. Baker about how nearly losing her sight magnified classical music's access limits.
Cow Tipping Press (cowtippingpress.org)
Changing the Narrative on Disability
Introducing the Solutions Journalism Network’s 2023–24 HEAL Fellows (thewholestory.solutionsjournalism.org)
The Solutions Journalism Network is thrilled to announce its inaugural class of HEAL Fellows — U.S. journalists reporting on, for and with young people who are facing mental health challenges and healing through innovative community responses.
Aging with Dignity and Justice: Opportunities to Meet the Needs of All of Us through a National Plan on Aging (justiceinaging.org)
Older adults anchor our families and communities and connect our families through the generations. But after working all their lives, nearly half of our nation’s older adults living alone struggle to pay for food, rent, and medical care. Older adults in two-person households fare only slightly better—one out of five lack the resources to pay for basic needs. Justice in Aging’s vision for aging in America is that all of us have the opportunity to age with dignity, regardless of financial circumstances—free from the worry, harm, and injustice caused by lack of health care, food, or a safe place to sleep. We believe that we should all be able to access the resources, services, and programs we need to thrive as we grow older, no matter our financial circumstances, where we come from, our race, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, ability, or language.
Adventurous Adeline and the Back to School Party (simonandschuster.com)
In this first installment of the Adventurous Adeline series, readers will have fun following STEM-enthusiast Adeline and her best friend, Maya, as they seek out solutions for accessibility issues, while also teaching young readers about the importance of making spaces enjoyable for all community members.
there is always something better (tangledarts.org)
Curated by Salima Punjani, there is always something better features the work of three artists who responded to the question - What does it mean to be content? Their works serve as a powerful counterpoint to the wellness industry’s promise of quick fixes and constant upgrades.
Federal judge rejects Illinois’ bid to end court oversight of disability programs (nprillinois.org)
A federal judge on Friday denied Illinois' request to end court oversight of its disability services.
Court Requires All New York City Yellow Taxis to be Wheelchair Accessible (sheppardmullin.com)
A federal judge granted a motion to enforce a 2014 settlement agreement requiring that at least 50 percent of New York City’s yellow medallion taxicabs be wheelchair accessible. U.S. District Judge George Daniels of the Southern District of New York ruled that 100 percent of all new yellow taxis must be wheelchair accessible until New York City and the New York City Taxi and Limousine Commission (TLC) fulfill their promise under the 2014 settlement agreement.
Pillow Lab: The Choreodaemonic Collective (jacobspillow.org)
Residency: March 18-25, 2025Showing: March 22, 2025The Choreodaemonic Collective, led by choreographers Laurel Lawson and Sydney Skybetter, merges choreography with technology to explore the interplay between individuals, collectives, and the environment.
Work Should Be Equally Accessible to Everyone (thetyee.ca)
A new UN report sheds light on how people with intellectual disabilities in Canada need more inclusive employment opportunities.
Disability Arts Fellowship (culturepush.org)
Our Disability Curatorial Fellowship open call invites self identifying disabled independent curators, artists, organizers, professional practitioners, laypeople, creative individuals or collectives to submit a disability curatorial research project in its very beginning stage.
Why People with Disabilities Are More Vulnerable in Emergencies and How We Can Achieve Societal Equity (buttondown.com)
This statement brings into sharp focus a dark truth: people with disabilities are often left more vulnerable and more likely to perish in times of crisis. Whether it’s during natural disasters, mass shootings, or police interactions, disabled individuals are at greater risk due to systemic failures in planning and support.
UK wheelchair manufacturer celebrates opening of new larger premises (ablemagazine.co.uk)
Wednesday 4th September saw the grand opening of innovative wheelchair manufacturer newly expanded production facilities.
2024 Paralympic Games: Goodbye until next time. (kerry-thompson.com)
And just like that the excitement of 11 days of the Paralympics is over with an incredible ending ceremony.
RACE CAR DRIVING AS A QUADRIPLEGIC – Breaking Boundaries (quirkyquad.com)
I connected with the most amazing group of human beings – The All Veterans Group. These heroic brave men and women have fought for our country, risked their lives, and still find the time (whether on active duty or retired) to help people live their best lives. They work with veterans, families, and people with disabilities heal from trauma, experience life in a new way, and are just a ton of fun.
Announcing the 2024 DHA Public History Award (dishist.org)
The Disability History Association is pleased to announce the 2024 Public History Award.
AI-Media and ITV Announce Landmark Partnership (ai-media.tv)
PRESS RELEASE: AI-Media and ITV Announce Landmark Partnership to Revolutionize Captioning Services in European market
Maisie Summers-Newton: Paralympic Swimming Star Defends Titles In Paris (criplife.co.uk)
Maisie Summers-Newton has once again made waves at the Paralympic Games, delivering remarkable performances in Paris and is now looking ahead to the future.
World Short Hole Golf Charity Event (euansguide.com)
A blog post by disabled access charity Euan's Guide on the World Short Hole Golf Championship, a non-profit organisation that arranges a fun short-hole golf charity event at Edinburgh’s Bruntsfield Links.
Michael Turinsky: Precarious Moves review – unpredictable, uncategorisable and unexpected (theguardian.com)
The Austrian artist-philosopher muses on disability and choreography, mobility and mobilisation in this quietly thought-provoking show
Review - LUME Melbourne - Leonardo da Vinci (havewheelchairwilltravel.net)
It’s been too long between visits to Melbourne so I was thrilled to be invited to the Accessible & Inclusive Tourism Conference (AITCAP). I only had an afternoon to spend in Melbourne CBD so knowing how much I enjoyed the last exhibition at LUME, I decided to head back. I was with my friend Kimberly from New Zealand (Grab Your Wheels Let’s Travel) and we were both intrigued by LUME – Leonardo da Vinci. What an incredibly talented man.
Paralympics in Paris (activehands.com)
Rob and his family attended the Paris Paralympics. Read their experiences of the accessibility and the impact the sport has had on them all.
Empowering Inclusive Hybrid Workplaces: Guidance from the Equality (abilitynet.org.uk)
Hybrid working, which involves employees splitting their time between the office and remote locations, has become the new standard for many organisations. While this flexible arrangement offers significant benefits, it also presents unique challenges, particularly in ensuring accessibility for all employees.
The Guardian view on the Paris Paralympics: a return to the spirit of London 2012 (theguardian.com)
Editorial: A vibrant, well-attended Games showcased the best of parasport. But the challenges outside the sporting arena remain the same
DeafSA: Sign Declaration on the Rights of Deaf Children (thedeafdiary.com)
These are the national and international activities for Deaf Awareness month.
Caring mom takes up struggle of the Deaf (thedeafdiary.com)
House number 55 at Esangweni Section in Tembisa on the East Rand has become a safe haven for the deaf community.
Advice for First-Time Listeners of Stuttering (westutter.org)
Explore the often-overlooked experience of listeners encountering stuttering for the first time. Learn how to engage respectfully.
BDA Responds to the Closure of Hamilton Lodge School and College - British Deaf Association (bda.org.uk)
t is with deep sadness that the British Deaf Association (BDA) learns of the announcement of the closure of Hamilton Lodge School and College, which will cease operations on 31 August 2025, after 80 years of dedicated service to the Deaf community.
On my radar: Raymond Antrobus’s cultural highlights (theguardian.com)
The poet on the power of abstract art, Shakespeare in British Sign Language and the ‘articulated rage’ of James Baldwin
‘Incredible energy’: how Paris crowds lifted French paralympians to medal glory (theguardian.com)
Healthy ticket sales, record TV ratings – a nation once indifferent to parasport is now cheering its athletes on to new levels of success
My grief with WCAG’s “In Brief” (yatil.net)
“In Brief” sections overly simplify what WCAG success criteria are all about, they miss their target audience, and they make the design of the pages way less coherent by splitting up normative and non-normative content.
Stopgap Dance Company: Lived Fiction review – a thrillingly inclusive celebration (theguardian.com)
Disabled and non-disabled, deaf and neurodivergent dancers create and perform a joyful show combining movement, words and sheer invention
Channel 4’s Paralympics coverage pulls in more than 18m viewers (theguardian.com)
Broadcaster says its streaming figures for the Paris Games more than double those delivered by Tokyo event
China dominates the Paralympics – but that’s not just down to its almost limitless funds (theguardian.com)
China has a huge population and thereby a large pool of people with disabilities, and starts developing their talents early, says Beijing-based sports journalist Mark Dreyer
BBC Sounds - Access All: Disability News and Mental Health, Paralympics 2024: The Prosthesis Menders (bbc.co.uk)
The final part in a series of special episodes recorded at the Paralympic Games in Paris.
ParalympicsGB achieves perfect blend of youth and experience (ablemagazine.co.uk)
Multiple successes made for another amazing medal haul for Paralympics GB yesterday (Thursday 5 September 2024).
Remembering Euan MacDonald: A legacy of accessibility and courage (euansguide.com)
We recently said goodbye to our founder, and friend, Euan MacDonald, who sadly passed away on 21 August after living with Motor Neuron Disease (MND) for over two decades.
Join Judge’s Conversation: “If he Can Do It, I Can Do It.” (thedeafdiary.com)
As the country celebrates Deaf Awareness Month, the Diary Series of Deaf People (www.thedeafdiary.com), a digital publication that highlights the plight of the Deaf community, in conjunction with the Johannesburg Society for the Blind, the Deaf Federation of South Africa (DeafSA), Tebza Productions and the South African National Association for Specialised Education (Sanase) will be hosting Judge Brian Mashile of the Mpumalanga Division of the High Court. Theme: “If he Can Do It, I Can Do It.”
Mobility in Motion Partners with West Yorkshire Combined Authority for Landmark EV Event (ablemagazine.co.uk)
The leading manufacturer and supplier of driving adaptations will be demonstrating what is possible at the ‘Explore Electric’ event.
Does Paralympic Sport Benefit the Right Athletes? Part 2 of 2. (activehands.com)
Part 2 - Are Paralympic sport national governing bodies making the correct selection decisions for the future of Paralympic athletes?
How to talk to kids about disabilities (amoraju.com)
Five top expert-led tips to try when talking to your children about disability.
The world’s most liveable cities in 2024 (archive.ph)
Our sister company has rated the best, and worst, cities in which to live.
UNESCO Master Class on Disability Equality in the Media: Representation, Accessibility and Management (youtube.com)
UNESCO, in collaboration with partners, has developed a Master Class Video Series on Disability Equality in the Media. The video series are designed for all media professionals, from editors and reporters to human resources officers and managers. Its objective is to contribute to the promotion of international standards in line with the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities.
Chronic illness shattered this teen's life. Her service dog helped get it back (npr.org)
The middle school winner of NPR's Student Podcast Challenge tells how her golden retriever, Lopez, changed her life.
Off the pavement: Adaptive riders teach trail accessibility (wyofile.com)
At BLM area near Lander, disabled athletes illustrate to land managers and trail builders how they can better accommodate adaptive outdoor recreation needs.
Helen Keller Services Accessibility Symposium & Awards (fundraise.givesmart.com)
Our online experience will bring together industry leaders, technology experts, innovators, influencers and advocates all dedicated to advancing accessibility.
Boom, Now Bust: Budget Cuts and Layoffs Take Hold in Public Health (kffhealthnews.org)
State leaders are cutting public health spending and laying off workers hired during a pandemic-era grant boom. Public health officials say the bust will erode important advancements in the public health safety net, particularly in rural areas.
Speech in sign language opens Colchester's ancient oyster event (bbc.com)
A severely deaf mayor says she wanted to turn the 484-year-old tradition on its head.
How Audio Description Sets the Stage for More Accessible Theater (reasonstobecheerful.world)
Though increasingly common for movies and TV, the practice has yet to become widespread in live performance venues. Gravity Access is trying to change that.
Supermodel Cameron Russell says she's an 'accomplice' to the wrongs of her industry (npr.org)
Supermodel Cameron Russell has experienced the privilege of the fashion industry, and has witnessed its failings firsthand. She describes her journey to hold the industry—and herself—accountable.
Cow Tipping Press Is Changing the Narrative on Disability (mspmag.com)
The book publishing nonprofit, founded in 2016, teaches inclusive writing classes to adults with developmental disabilities.
Helen Keller Services Accessibility Symposium & Awards (fundraise.givesmart.com)
Our online experience will bring together industry leaders, technology experts, innovators, influencers and advocates all dedicated to advancing accessibility.
The word written in Braille on the back of the award Paralympians get with their medals (today.com)
Paralympic athletes receive a unique piece of memorabilia on the podium.
Paris Is Utopia for Paralympians Until They Leave the Athletes’ Village (nytimes.com)
The city built highly accessible accommodations for competitors in the 2024 Paralympic Games. But the rest of Paris remains difficult to navigate.
American Masters’ Renegades - Millennium Stage Film (September 29, 2023) (kennedy-center.org)
Join us for a FREE film screening in the Justice Forum at the REACH, the world premiere of a new documentary series showcasing the lives of diverse American historical figures with disabilities.
How Can K–12 Educators Teach Blind Students to Code? (edtechmagazine.com)
Georgia Tech researchers work to make coding more accessible and less reliant on visuals.
Big Ocean breaks barriers as the first K-pop group whose members are hard of hearing (theworld.org)
The three South Korean musicians use hearing aids and cochlear implants and mix sign language with dance moves, reaching out to deaf and hard of hearing K-pop fans around the world.
Paris 2024: Record number of delegations and females to compete (paralympic.org)
168 delegations, including 3 new NPCs, will compete at the Paralympics, as well as a record number of female athletes
Remote Learning Resources (disabilityrightsflorida.org)
We have a long list of tools that can help your student succeed.
LA28 Announces Paralympic Handover Talent (la28.org)
The LA28 Paralympic Handover will feature performances by musical artists, adaptive athletes and Team USA Paralympians and LA natives.
Wheelchair ice skating (facebook.com)
Ilona Saakova and Maxim Kiselev
I Deaf-initely Can (rhetttheheeler.com)
"I Deaf-initely Can, Rhett the Heeler" is a children's book that follows the story of Rhett, a deaf Australian Cattle Dog. Written from his perspective, learn about his experience at the shelter where he meets a deaf girl, Karlie (the author), who adopts him and teaches him sign language. The book highlights Rhett's journey as he overcomes obstacles, learns new skills, and forms meaningful connections with his deaf owner and other animals; showing the world that deaf dogs and people are able. Through Rhett's experiences, the book promotes themes of inclusion, acceptance, and the idea that differences should be celebrated. Rhett's story encourages readers to embrace their own unique qualities and capabilities.
'If you can't move, you can still game' — how a developer helps make accessible video games (cbc.ca)
A New Jersey gamer with muscular dystrophy teamed up with a graduate from Wilfrid Laurier University's Brantford, Ont. campus to design accessibility software for video games. With Overjoyed, they say, you can play games even if you can't move.
Data & Disability - with Matthew Cortland (disabilityrightsflorida.org)
A conversation about the important role that data plays in disability advocacy.
Empowering Disabled Voters: An Interview with Ricky Harris (youtube.com)
In this insightful interview, Ricky Harris shares his thoughts on the power of the disabled vote and why it matters now more than ever. Joined by interviewer Cassidy Huff and translated into ASL by Autumn, the discussion covers critical questions about voting rights, accommodations, and the challenges faced by disabled voters.
The VICE Guide To Understanding Neurodiversity (vice.com)
“Our society genuinely expects people to function a certain way.”
Visually-impaired photographer says "Capturing a Kingfisher was always on my bucket list" (digitalcameraworld.com)
Alex Ditch tells the story behind his shot and why nothing can stop him from pursuing his passion for photography.
ED Submits the 45th Annual Report to Congress on IDEA Progress (sites.ed.gov)
The Department of Education submitted the 45th Annual Report to Congress on the Individuals With Disabilities Education Act.
Newcastle man hails new Parkinson's drug treatment as 'life-altering' (bbc.com)
Rick Telford says he "smiles more" and his "body is able to move more" after taking Produodopa.
Working People with Disabilities Program (disabilityrightsflorida.org)
For many years, people who use Medicaid-funded home and community-based services (HCBS) have faced problems with employment. This is because Medicaid has income restrictions and private, employer-sponsored health insurance doesn’t cover the services that many people with disabilities need.
Invisible Impact; Disability on Climate Change's Frontline (youtube.com)
People with disabilities face greater risks as global warming intensifies disasters throughout coastal South Asia. Invisible Impact; Disability on Climate Change’s Frontline reveals how the needs of this community are often overlooked before, during and after an emergency. In Bangladesh, eastern India, Sri Lanka and the Maldives, people with physical, sensory and developmental impairments already face barriers that limit their full participation in society. And because they are unseen, their concerns are often left out of policies that are meant to save lives. Without a seat at climate change talks at all levels, disability advocates say this population will remain most vulnerable.
The Anti-Ableist Manifesto: Smashing Stereotypes, Forging Change, and Building a Disability-Inclusive World (tiffanyyu.com)
Named one of the Fall 2024 Editor’s Picks by Library Journal and inspired by the viral The Anti-Ableism Series on TikTok, The Anti-Ableist Manifesto is Diversability founder Tiffany Yu’s revelatory examination of disability for any ally to go beyond mere awareness to be an active anti-ableist and help form a more equitable society for all. Now available for preorder.
Colin Farrell Opens Up About His Son With Angelman Syndrome (youtube.com)
Colin Farrell opens up for the first time about life with his 20-year-old son, James, who has a rare debilitating disorder called Angelman syndrome and why he's starting a foundation to help adult children with similar disabilities prepare for greater independence. The Colin Farrell Foundation will provide support for adult children who have intellectual disability through advocacy, education and innovative programs.
Black and Late Diagnosed: Talking With Autistic Poet Traci Neal (thinkingautismguide.com)
After I was late diagnosed with autism, I am now being the ‘real’ me—and not the person the people in my life thought I was.
Wrong-doing, burden-bearing: The ethics of putting disability under the spotlight (abc.net.au)
Whenever disability discrimination comes into focus, the burden of proof lands on those of us with a disability — we have to retell our stories and parade our differences to remind people of our existence.
The inside of an Etch A Sketch will blow your mind (dailydot.com)
Who would've thunk it?
‘Nina G: Stutterer Interrupted’ Documentary Now on Amazon Prime (alamedapost.com)
Alamedan Nina G is headed to your screen! 'Nina G: Stutterer Interrupted' intersperses Nina’s comedy with interviews and archival footage, exploring her love for comedy, the challenges she faced due to her stutter, and how she embraced her identity and pursued a successful career in stand-up.
I'm an autistic professor—I need rules, but my college broke them (newsweek.com)
Given the impact on my well-being, this may be the last return to school that I can do.
Absa settles Deaf student’s outstanding R276 344 fees to DUT (thedeafdiary.com)
Fezeka Zeka owed R276 344 fees to DUT and was unable to obtain her academic transcript before an interview about her plight.
Eye Care Support Pathway Gains NHS Endorsement (pocklington.org.uk)
The new #EyeCarePathway - a framework developed by RNIB, Thomas Pocklington Trust (TPT) and partners to support the transformation of eye care and eye services - has received ringing endorsement from NHS National Clinical Director for eye care at Moorfields Eye Hospital.
Does Paralympic sport benefit the right athletes? Part 1 of 2. (activehands.com)
Rob Smith writes on how the gradual changes in classification and selection of less impaired athletes has affected para-atheletes.
Inside the Paris Paralympics (newmobility.com)
I’ll start with just what an honor, an absolute privilege it was to be a part of such a huge event. My section in the torch relay was just a few hours before the opening ceremony, so there were loads of people that were out and about. They were waving. They were cheering. They wanted pictures. Just an incredible experience.
ParalympicsGB urges action for 75% of disabled children not doing PE regularly (theguardian.com)
Keir Starmer has been asked to focus on inclusion and teacher training to get more children with disabilities into regular physical education
A Day in the Life: Sportscaster Maria Serrao (newmobility.com)
Maria Serrao sits front-row at some of sport’s biggest events. As the only female TV sports broadcaster in the country who uses a wheelchair, she’s covered Super Bowls, World Series, Stanley Cup Finals and more. “There are so many moments that you just kind of pinch yourself and say, ‘Wow, I can’t believe I was there,’” she says.
Paralympic Paradoxes (disabilitydebrief.org)
The tensions between Para sport and disability advocacy
BBC Sounds - Access All: Disability News and Mental Health, Paralympics 2024: The gold edition (bbc.co.uk)
The second in a series of special episodes recorded at the Paralympic Games in Paris
AI-Media Showcase at IBC Show 2024 (ai-media.tv)
Media Release: Read about the highlights of the AI-Media Showcase at IBC Show 2024 plus latest Alta Updates.
Deaf revelers hear, taste and dance to the music in Good Life (thedeafdiary.com)
A large crowd of Deaf, hearing and hard of hearing party revellers flocked to Bassline in Newtown, Johannesburg, to see, hear, feel, taste, smell and dance to the music of various artists from across the country during the Sencity Festival.
Hanan Hurwitz: From Stuttering and Shame to Confident Authenticity (westutter.org)
Exclusive Interview with Author, Hanan Hurwitz, on overcoming stuttering and embracing confidence and authenticity.
Ed Clifton: Para Canoeist Paddling His Way To Paralympic Glory (criplife.co.uk)
We speak to Ed Clifton about becoming a para canoeist, his sporting success so far and what he is most looking forward to at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games.
From Roughing It to Glamping: Adaptive Camping for Wheelchair Users (newmobility.com)
As the first rays of dawn illuminate the inside of my tent, the chirping of birds complements the wind whispering through the forest. The air smells of the ocean and redwood trees. I’ve only been here since yesterday afternoon, but I already feel mentally refreshed, unplugged from the daily grind. This moment reminds me why I love camping.
Document Accessibility: 3 top tips from an Accessibility Expert (abilitynet.org.uk)
Document accessibility is crucial but often overlooked compared to web accessibility. Discover three top tips to help you start thinking about the accessibility of the documents you produce.
The wonders of technology and accessibility (disabilityhorizons.com)
We are preserving the original article below as part of our archive, but since its publication in 2013, significant advancements have been made in technology and accessibility.
ParalympicsGB’s legend leads the charge (ablemagazine.co.uk)
Time trial success and a new Paralympic record among other achievements on day seven (Wednesday 4 September 2024).
Transform your 2025 digital strategy with our accessibility maturity (abilitynet.org.uk)
Accessibility has become a critical priority for organisations aiming to build inclusive, legally compliant environments and services.
Diversability Amplified Podcast: Author Talks with Sean Gold, Kelley Coleman, Danielle Connolly, and Tiffany Yu (mydiversability.com)
In this episode, Diversability CEO & Founder Tiffany Yu speaks with Sean Gold, Kelley Coleman, and Danielle Connolly about disability representation in books, including Sean Gold's forthcoming book The ABCs of Disabilities, and Kelly Coleman's book that came out earlier this year Everything No One Tells You About Parenting a Disabled Child.
Paralympics 2024: Where do you keep your medal? (bbc.co.uk)
In the first of a series of special episodes recorded in Paris, Emma visits ParalympicsGB House. BBC Sport Presenter, Martin Dougan, provides a tour of the building described as a “home from home” for the British competitors and their families.
Xbox Releases New Adaptive Gaming Controllers (newmobility.com)
Microsoft has announced several new additions to its line of adaptive gaming products.
New research from CPT on the economic impact of local bus services (bususers.org)
Government investment in local bus services offers excellent returns in terms of the scale and breadth of the economic benefits they deliver, according to a new report from the Confederation of Passenger Transport (CPT). ‘The economic impact of local bus services’ reports that a typical package of public investment to improve infrastructure for buses and support better services can generate returns of £4.55 for every £1 invested.
Paris 2024: Day eight preview (ablemagazine.co.uk)
Day eight is a big one in the Stade de France as ParalympicsGB athletes compete for eight medals throughout the day.
NCDJ contributes to UNESCO worldwide disability guide for the media (ncdj.org)
A new guide to help journalists around the world better cover disability issues and people with disabilities has been released by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO).
Disability equality in the media (unesdoc.unesco.org)
Representation, accessibility, management; practical manual.
'I see the scar and I want to die': Why the EU allows sterilisation of women with disabilities (youtube.com)
Forced sterilisation is legal in much of the European Union. It is against the law in only nine countries despite contravening the Istanbul Convention.
Protection of Adults Across Borders (edf-feph.org)
The European Commission introduced a proposal for a Regulation governing the cross-border protection of adults. This proposal affects primarily persons with disabilities and older adults.
EDF Human Rights Report 2024 – Legal capacity: Personal choice and control (edf-feph.org)
Legal capacity is a fundamental right that enables individuals to make decisions and control their lives. It is protected by the UN Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (CRPD), ratified by the EU and its Member States.
Why has COVID been so much worse this summer? The health belief model has the answer (theconversation.com)
Summer 2024 saw a big surge of COVID-19 cases. While COVID-19 is not the emergency it once was, it’s still a health threat, and we’d be wise to reduce our risk of getting it.
At Paralympics, goalball is ‘the coolest sport you’ve never heard of’ (washingtonpost.com)
Goalball is unique to the Paralympics. And it’s a sport in which blind people have an advantage over sighted people.
Ezra Frech uses his platform to send a message to people with disabilities (eu.usatoday.com)
Ezra Frech has embraced his role with the Angel City Games and with the Paralympic movement.
Seamless inclusion – Columnist, Melissa Cassidy (ablemagazine.co.uk)
Put yourself in my shoes – it’s late July, you’re in a shopping centre and you’re looking for a nice pair of jeans to wear to university but unfortunately, this task is not as simple as it seems.
One small change for you, one giant leap for your wellbeing! (ablemagazine.co.uk)
With a heightened gaze on nutrition and wellbeing, for so many very good reasons, it can be somewhat overwhelming when thinking of how to shop, cook and eat more healthily!
Securing reasonable adjustments shouldn’t be hard (ablemagazine.co.uk)
Size and significance are not the same thing. Think of a newborn baby. When my daughter came into the world, she was only a tiny little thing. Yet, it was the most significant moment of my life. Day by day she develops, she grows, she blossoms. This happens not in great leaps, but in small steps. The gains are marginal. It is in these margins that the magic happens. That is where gold is found.
Castle Howard, revisited (ablemagazine.co.uk)
Photographer, Peter Lau, takes us around another of his favourite accessible strolls.
ADAPTIVE BEHAVIOR – Hygiene Accessibility (quirkyquad.com)
Before my accident it was quite automatic to just wake up, roll out of bed, walk into the bathroom, brush my teeth, use my hands to turn on the sink, wash my face, etc. It wasn’t until months after I returned home from the hospital when my caregivers were helping me with my hygiene activities that I realized my bathroom was simply not accessible.
Eden Rainbow-Cooper: History Maker Turned Paralympic Contender In Wheelchair Racing (criplife.co.uk)
Eden Rainbow-Cooper is currently in Paris competing in wheelchair racing at her first Paralympic Games. Ahead of her debut, she spoke to the media about growing up with a disability, becoming a wheelchair racer and her preparations for Paris 2024.
How do You Make a Strip Show Accessible to Someone Blind? (venus-ardens.org)
The short answer is you don't. Accessibility is about reasonable accommodations; it is about opening the doors to your space. Accessibility is about giving people access to the parts of your world that they are going to be able to approach. But it is inherently about accommodating someone in your world, not about reshaping that world. In that mindset, an intimate performance like a strip show is intimate enough that bringing it to someone blind is going to be far beyond any reasonable accommodation. The idea that there are no reasonable accommodations to make something accessible to a given audience is an inherent part of how we think about accessibility.
Report – To Reduce Disability Bias in Technology, Start With Disability Data (cdt.org)
This report was also authored by Bonnielin Swenor, Director of the Johns Hopkins Disability Health Research Center. Introduction When people with disabilities interact with technologies, there is a risk that they will face discriminatory impacts in several important and high-stakes contexts, like employment, benefits, and healthcare.
New Yorkers with disabilities still fighting MTA over large subway gaps (amny.com)
New Yorkers with disabilities are locked in a battle with the MTA over gaps between trains and platforms at its subway stations which can keep disabled riders.
Judge mandates that all new NYC taxis be accessible to wheelchairs (gothamist.com)
All new taxicabs in New York City must be wheelchair-accessible to comply with a requirement that half of the fleet accommodate disabled passengers, a federal judge ruled.
Can Colorado’s Lacey Henderson make the Paralympics sexy? (coloradosun.com)
NBC’s Paralympics anchor Lacey Henderson is charged with reframing the Games not as a trite feel-good story, but as a world-class competition
Paris Is Utopia for Paralympians Until They Leave the Athletes’ Village (nytimes.com)
The city built highly accessible accommodations for competitors in the 2024 Paralympic Games. But the rest of Paris remains difficult to navigate.
Some disabled workers in the U.S. make pennies per hour. It’s legal. (washingtonpost.com)
Under Section 14(c) of the Fair Labor Standards Act, employers can legally pay disabled workers subminimum wages. Many workers never move to higher-paying jobs.
Fall Political Ed series 2024 (healthjusticecommons.org)
Understanding and Transforming the Medical Industrial Complex.
Branches 2024 (abilitiesdanceboston.org)
A fully virtual dancer-led show highlighting disability justice and climate justice . Choreographers share new original pieces delving into their personal touchstones and reflections on the show’s themes of climate change and disability justice, and where we can find wisdom and learning on new
Abilities Dance Boston presents: Branches 2024 (youtube.com)
We're thrilled to premiere the 2nd installment of our Branches production. This is a dancer-led show tackling the intersections of climate justice and disability justice. We thank Liberty Mutual Foundation for funding this work. We also thank our composer Erin Rogers, audio descriptions editor Amber Pearcy, ASL interpreter Chris Robinson, video editor Sarah Bistany, and the rest of the ADB team for making this happen.
Exile and Pride (eliclare.com)
First published in 1999 by South End Press (a second edition came out in 2009 and was republished by Duke University Press in 2015), Exile and Pride is essential to the history and future of disability politics. Eli Clare’s revelatory writing about his experiences as a white disabled genderqueer activist/writer established him as one of the leading writers on the intersections of queerness and disability and changed the landscape of disability politics and queer liberation.
Brownton Abbey Workshop: Futurescapes: Crafting Our Cosmic Community (antifestival.com)
Come together to form a powerful community—your chosen family—before the main event Brownton Abbey party. Build connections, craft iconic Brownton Abbey inflatable sculptures, and embellish your transformative outfits in our costumes and accessories.
Recommendations (wnewhouseawards.com)
If you know an artist of exceptional merit with a disability and would like to submit their name for consideration for the Wynn Newhouse Award, please fill out and submit the information below.
We don’t all “have the same 24 hours" (buttondown.com)
“We all have the same 24 hours” is an empty maxim. Commonly followed by “What you do with it is up to you” or “Successful people just sacrifice more than you,” the statement turns from fatuous into aggressive, blaming, cringe-worthy, condescending, and, in many cases, discriminatory.
Small but meaningful – Columnist, Ciara Lawrence (ablemagazine.co.uk)
Growing up with a learning disability, I was often told I wouldn’t achieve anything but after 23 years working at Mencap, I’ve felt the power of small measures. I’ve been fortunate enough to experience firsthand, how those seemingly small, yet meaningful adjustments can make a difference for people with a learning disability.
Coalition urging the Prime Minister to make transport more accessible (bususers.org)
Bus Users UK is one of six other disabled people’s charities and passenger organisations to sign an open letter from Transport for All urging the Prime Minister to secure public transport accessibility.
Iron Monger! (ablemagazine.co.uk)
Racing driver and presenter, Billy Monger, speaks with Able Magazine about his epic Comic Relief challenge to become the youngest double amputee to take on the Ironman World Championship in Kona, Hawaii, and making an attempt to set a new record.
Bary Keyturner Triple Pack No fuss keyturner (ablemagazine.co.uk)
The Keyturner Triple Pack is a game-changer for anyone looking to simplify their daily routine and enhance their home security. This innovative tool, designed to make turning keys easier and more comfortable, is not just a convenience – it’s a necessity for people with reduced hand strength, arthritis, or anyone who struggles with traditional keys.
Making your house your own (ablemagazine.co.uk)
The Bellman & Symfon Visit Alerting System is a set of devices designed to make the home safer and more accessible for people who are Deaf or have hearing impairments. This comprehensive system integrates multiple alerting products, each tailored to ensure that users are always aware of what’s happening in their homes.
Bionic Technology For Disabled People (disabilityhorizons.com)
Bionics For Everyone raises awareness of the latest bionic technologies available to people who have become amputees or have lost neurological capabilities. In the second complete guide it is sharing with our readers, it tells you everything you need to know about bionic legs, knees, ankles, and feet.
ParalympicsGB earn a one-two in the pool on emotional anniversary (ablemagazine.co.uk)
Successes in the pool and in the equestrian competition leave ParalympicsGB in second place on the medal table. Here’s a round-up of the action from Tuesday 3 September 2024.
Braeden's Mario Bros themed birthday celebration (havewheelchairwilltravel.net)
Braeden loved celebrating his birthday as usual but particularly loved the surprise Mario Bros theme. We all got into the spirit and had fun.
Consultation on foundational supports for Australians with disabilities (disabilityinsider.com)
The Albanese Labor Government is continuing to strengthen the disability ecosystem and improve the availability of supports outside the NDIS, with consultations around the design of Foundational Supports commencing this month.
A Quick Word: Navigating Dyslexia In Journalism (journoresources.org.uk)
Navigating dyslexia in journalism can be difficult, however many writers do so daily. We ask what more editors can do to support their team.
Name Me Lawand (pbs.org)
A deaf Kurdish boy's transformative journey to communicate through learning sign language.
Sign language and social media: Green Day's 'American Idiot,' reimagined for 2024 (latimes.com)
Center Theatre Group and Deaf West Theatre's musical production reopens Los Angeles' Mark Taper Forum in October.
France fails to find a bed for world’s second-tallest man at Paralympics (telegraph.co.uk)
At Tokyo Games, where he won gold, 8ft 1in athlete had bed constructed for him
Whether it is swimming “in the dark” or putting on make-up in the dark, USA’s Anastasia Pagonis hopes her versatile skills will help to shatter stereotypes of people with vision impairments and spark a revolution in the beauty industry.
Oklahoma School for the Deaf offers free online ASL classes this fall (okcfox.com)
The Oklahoma School for the Deaf is now offering free online American Sign Language classes during the fall semester.
Paralympian archer Sheetal Devi captivates the world with bull’s-eye in opening round (nbclosangeles.com)
The 17-year-old from India is one of four armless archers competing at the Paris Paralympics.
His mom publicly compared him to killer Adam Lanza. Now the teen is opening up about his bipolar disorder. (washingtonpost.com)
In the viral "I am Adam Lanza's Mother" he was "Michael," the raging son his mom feared.
Pah!, Portland’s unique Deaf-owned restaurant, has closed (oregonlive.com)
Pah!'s co-owner had hoped to share his culture with hearing people "but also be something other Deaf folks can recognize,” he said through an interpreter.
Smashing Pumpkins Singer Billy Corgan Embraces His Port Wine Birthmark After Trying to 'Hide' It His Entire Life (people.com)
Billy Corgan showed off his port wine birthmark in an Instagram post on Sept. 2, encouraging his social media followers to 'find peace with who you are.'
I’m a Paralympian. We’re not your ‘inspiration’ — we’re elite athletes (today.com)
Be inspired by our accomplishments, not our existence.
Updated COVID vaccine shots are now available at CVS, Kroger, Sam's Club and more stores (axios.com)
The new COVID-19 vaccine formulations are starting to roll out to pharmacies across the nation.
Off the Richter Scale! ParalympicsGB triathlon athletes beat a path towards more success (ablemagazine.co.uk)
ParalympicsGB enjoyed successes in triathlon, boccia, archery and swimming on day 5 of the Paris Paralympics (Monday 2 September 2024).
A home for Pheobe and Jack (ablemagazine.co.uk)
Adopt North East continues to support disabled people who wish to adopt. Disabled people bring excellent skills to parenting, such as problem-solving, empathy and of course, love.
Disability Rights UK – Championing Equality and Inclusion for Disabled People (ablemagazine.co.uk)
We’re dedicated to creating a society where disabled people have equal power, rights, and equality of opportunity.
What are 3 common AI myths? (abilitynet.org.uk)
If you believe some of the myths about AI (artificial intelligence), in a few years AI will mean that people don't need to work and that AI is going to be able to do all our jobs for us.
Some disabled workers in the U.S. make pennies per hour. It’s legal. (washingtonpost.com)
Under Section 14(c) of the Fair Labor Standards Act, employers can legally pay disabled workers subminimum wages. Many workers never move to higher-paying jobs.
'Super/Man' Trailer Reveals Emotional Christopher Reeve Documentary (thewrap.com)
The trailer for "Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story" reveals an emotional documentary about the life and activism of the "Superman" actor.
Social Security Moves To Streamline SSI (disabilityscoop.com)
New efforts are underway to simplify the process of applying for Supplemental Security Income benefits.
Spaces - Stella Barton (powerd.media)
Paralympian Stella Barton shares her favourite space with Sam Drummond