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WSJ: Vaccine Opponent Hired by RFK Jr. Scours Official Records for Link to Autism (leftbrainrightbrain.co.uk)
For years, I’ve hoped major news outlets would shine a light on figures like David and Mark Geier—key players in the anti-vaccine movement that has harmed autism communities for decades. Now that a…
A chat with groundbreaking actor RJ Mitte – ‘A disability is a personal challenge’ (ticotimes.net)
The Tico Times sits down with "Breaking Bad" star RJ Mitte during his Costa Rica visit to discuss his work and his advocacy for people with disabilities.
Something Only I Can See (thisamericanlife.org)
A woman with muscular dystrophy tries to convince doctors that she has the same gene mutation as an Olympic athlete.
The Creation of Lily (Book Excerpt) (retrospectivelily.wordpress.com)
(Taken from the chapter on “Creativity” in my first book, a work in progress) My parents recently found a few home videos taken during my childhood. Since they were taped from the 1990’…
I JUMPED OUT OF A PLANE 🚀🪂 QUADRIPLEGIC SKYDIVING AT 14,000 FEET (quirkyquad.com)
Because if you’re going to live life on the edge, make sure it’s properly harnessed. Skydiving has been on my bucket list since forever—but I didn’t get the chance before I broke my neck in a shallow water dive and became a C6 quad, paralyzed from the chest down with limited arm and hand movement.
Children with multiple sclerosis may age faster, study finds (disabilityinsider.com)
Researchers from University of California San Diego School of Medicine have discovered that children living with multiple sclerosis (MS) show signs of accelerated biological aging, even in their teenage years. The research published online recently in Neurology, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology, is the first to examine whether MS causes early aging in a pediatric population — offering new insight into the disease and its long-term progression.
EU Initiative to make web search more open and ethical (disabilityinsider.com)
On 6 June, the OpenWebSearch.eu consortium released a pilot of a new infrastructure that aims to make European web search fairer, more transparent and commercially unbiased. With strong participation by CERN, the European Open Web Index (OWI) is now open for use by academic, commercial and independent teams under a general research licence, with commercial options in development on a case-by-case basis.
¿Es seguro probar las terapias con células madre? (nytimes.com)
Si bien los tratamientos con células madre pueden ser efectivos, cada vez hay más lugares donde se ofrecen sin los controles adecuados.
Kate Grant: ‘People with Down Syndrome and learning disabilities have the same hopes and dreams as everyone’ (newsletter.co.uk)
Kate Grant from Cookstown is living proof that passion, courage, and representation can redefine what the world sees as beautiful.
‘We Dissent’: NIH Workers Protest Trump Policies That ‘Harm the Health of Americans’ (kffhealthnews.org)
A letter signed by more than 300 National Institutes of Health workers — some still working, others who were fired this year — is an extraordinary public rebuke of actions taken under Director Jay Bhattacharya and health secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
Marlee Matlin Calls on Studios to Green-light Deaf Stories (vulture.com)
Or at the very least, stories with deaf characters.
Marsha by Tourmaline (penguinrandomhouse.com)
THE NATIONAL BESTSELLER Featured in The New York Times's Nonfiction to Read This Spring Black transgender luminary Tourmaline brings to life the first definitive biography of the revolutionary...
Marsha P Johnson’s biography is finally here (dazeddigital.com)
We speak to writer and activist Tourmaline about her definitive work on the life of the international trans icon
There is no disability justice without a Free Palestine (mondoweiss.net)
I am a disabled, anti-Zionist Jew, and I believe we will see a free Palestine. But I also believe this: anyone claiming to do the work of disability rights or justice while remaining silent on Gaza is actually doing no such thing.
Access Consulting (detroitdisabilitypower.org)
Detroit Disability Power is thrilled to launch our Disability Access Consulting Program as part of our commitment to culture shifting. We developed this fee-for-service program to share our lived experience and years of professional training to help community members from different sectors develop s
Identifying barriers faced by people with disabilities (news.harvard.edu)
Melissa Shang conducts an ambitious survey for her senior thesis, filling a “major gap” in scholarship.
VALA Eastside (valaeastside.org)
VALA (Venues for Artists in the Local Area) Eastside is a 501c3, nonprofit arts organization that
David Gissen, “Function-Able: Artifacts in the Era of Design and Disability (eventbrite.com)
e-flux Architecture Lectures
Captives: Three Portraits of the Asylum (and One of its Decline) (e-flux.com)
Seth Barry Watter presents a talk and screening program on the asylum film genre.
RSVP to Access Work: A Practical Guide (partiful.com)
The makers of Pay Rate for Access Workers Now (PRAWN) Alison Kopit and Madison Zalopany would like to invite you to join us, On June 10 @6-8:00PM, for a virtual conversation that shares resources with access workers about how to describe the work they do, negotiate for standards of pay, and advocate for themselves and their work.
KultureCity x Lush (kulturecity.org)
The Cosmetics Retailer Continues Its Commitment To DEIB With Sensory Inclusive Shopping Experience
adidas Reveals Industry-First Adaptive Wheelchair Basketball Uniforms (news.adidas.com)
The adaptive basketball uniforms, tailored specifically for wheelchair and seated athletes, were created by adidas in collaboration with Adaptive Sports Northwest (ASNW), a Portland-based non-profit f
BÄSINGEN series (ikea.com)
Developed to make everyday tasks easier and more convenient, BÄSINGEN is a new series of multifunctional, durable and stylish products to give you support when sitting down, standing up or wanting to reach a little higher. The clean and soft expression in anthracite fits seamlessly into any interior style.
Video: Léonie Watson – There Is No Spoon (beyondtellerrand.com)
This is the video of Léonie Watson speaking at beyond tellerrand Düsseldorf 2025. The title of her talk: “No Spoon”.
Introducing: Webbed Sites (briefs.video)
A video from Webbed Briefs
Quick accessibility wins that are easy to implement (youtube.com)
Accessibility can be a deep topic, but there is a lot of low-hanging fruit that so many people get wrong when there really is no excuse.
‘I came out as autistic. Everyone said: That explains a lot’ (observer.co.uk)
An autism diagnosis helped Laurie Penny make sense of their experiences, but its real value was in helping them understand the rest of society
Shopping apps are, unsurprisingly, very inaccessible as well | Bogdan on Digital Accessibility (A11y) (cerovac.com)
A couple posts back I pointed out latest WebAIM Million shows shopping websites have worst accessibility, and it seems that shopping native mobile applications also share this unfortunate faith.
Text descriptions and emotion rich images (tink.uk)
This article was first posted in 2007 on the eAccess blog, now available courtesy of the Internet Archive. Three years later and I still believe that emotion rich images are important to blind people, particularly those who once had sight (and that's most of us). Results from the third WebAIM screen reader survey suggest I'm not alone, so I'm reposting the article here to encourage the debate to continue.
Avatars and alt text (tempertemper.net)
I really enjoyed Nicolas Steenhout’s recent article on Alt text for avatars or user photos. But there is a context where I would break his rule…
RFK Jr. is looking in the wrong place for autism’s cause (vox.com)
The autism commission is doomed to fail.
Dr. Oz thinks you should "prove that you matter." (emilyladau.substack.com)
(Spoiler alert: I don't think you should have to prove anything.)
When Guide Dogs and Allergies Collide—What Would You Do? (travelabilityinsider.com)
Each month we try to address various accessibility issues that may arise within the TravelAbility community. What Would You Do? An Uber driver pulls up to a scheduled ride and sees that the p…
Practical Hacks From the Accessibility Playbook (travelabilityinsider.com)
Seven years in the making, the Travelability Accessibility Playbook, created in partnership with Destinations International, is an end-to-end toolkit to equip destination organizations on their acc…
Pride, shame, and accessibility (heydonworks.com)
The relationship between shame and motivation in web development, especially regarding accessibility.
BBL Batteries (ablemagazine.co.uk)
BBL Batteries is the UK’s most diverse battery stockist, with 50 years’ experience in the industry. We take pride in working with our customers, whether that’s trade or retail, solving all manner o…
Opinion | When Arkansas Embraced Medicaid Work Requirements, Chaos Ensued (nytimes.com)
America isn’t ready for what could happen to health care.
How to persuade your manager to let you attend TechShare Pro (abilitynet.org.uk)
AbilityNet’s TechShare Pro conference returns this November for the ninth year. Taking place online and in-person on 12 and 13 November 2025, the event's headline sponsor is Microsoft.
Beyond 6 Seconds: Neurodiversity stories from neurodivergent people: Social media marketing for queer business owners (sites.libsyn.com)
First impressions can take only 6 seconds to make! But if you’re neurodivergent, those quick judgments about you can be misleading.
CVI Workshops (perkins.org)
Join our free 2023-24 workshop series on transition planning. Learn from Perkins and industry experts on a multitude of transition topics.
Salmonella outbreak linked to California egg distributor sickens 79 people (npr.org)
U.S. health officials confirmed the salmonella infections were linked to contaminated organic and cage-free brown eggs from August Egg Company. All recalled eggs should be thrown away, the CDC said.
New report: How to make public transport more accessible for neurodivergent people (autistica.org.uk)
Autistica launches a new report on how to make public transport more accessible for neurodivergent people.
Disability benefit cuts will affect Wales disproportionately, campaigners say (theguardian.com)
UK government declined to conduct Wales-specific impact assessment for plans, despite calls from first minister
So, you screwed up your EAA compliance. What now? (yatil.net)
The deadline of the European Accessibility Act (EAA) is near (June 28 is just 20 days away as I write this), and you just realized that your website or apps will not meet the requirements by then. Maybe you have just heard of it for the first time, or you might have tried to meet the requirements, but you’re not there yet.
Advocates unite to promote older people’s human rights (disabilityinsider.com)
A new Australian network to promote the human rights of older persons within Australia and internationally has been launched, bringing together key civil society organisations and individuals. As Australia ages, the need for enforceable human rights for older persons becomes more urgent.
AXSChat with Heather Neff (axschat.com)
Heather is a visionary entrepreneur with accessibility and design expertise. She Co-Founded Equivalent, a trailblazing graphics technology startup that is redefining the way we experience visual content. She is an Adobe Creative Cloud expert and has over 24 years of professional design and management experience. Heather completed the JP Morgan Chase Techstars Catalyst Founder program in the Fall of 2023. Heather has been honored as a finalist for the EDDIE Awards by Synergies Work, as well as for the NC BIOTECH Venture Challenge and the NC IDEA SEED Grant in Spring 2024.
Exploring The Benefits Of Inclusive Open Water Swimming (criplife.co.uk)
A University of Brighton research project is helping visually impaired people enjoy the benefits of open water swimming by improving access to natural water spaces.
Alfie Hewett & Gordon Reid Extend Record With 23rd Grand Slam Wheelchair Tennis Doubles Title At Roland Garros (criplife.co.uk)
Alfie Hewett and Gordon Reid clinch their 23rd Grand Slam wheelchair tennis doubles title at Roland Garros, extending their historic winning streak with a thrilling comeback victory.
Donny and Lonnie (sirrobinmillar.substack.com)
Rather than weigh in on the fascinating, stupid little playground brawl between two cartoon characters Donny and Lonnie, I’m focusing on a very bizarre statistic.
Angela Wrigglesworth is a master of 'wheelchic' (houstonchronicle.com)
Somewhere along a railroad track near Texas A&M University in College Station, Angela...
RFK Jr. is shrinking the agency that works on mental illness and addiction (npr.org)
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Administration has seen its staff cut by more than a third, and it's facing deep budget cuts. Progress on overdose deaths could be lost, experts warn.
In a Dusty Corner of California, Trump's Threatened Cuts to Asthma Care Raise Fears (kffhealthnews.org)
The Trump administration wants to shutter the CDC’s National Asthma Control Program, which provides millions in funding to state-administered initiatives aimed at fighting the disease. The program’s closure, combined with massive cuts to environmental programs, could put the 28 million Americans with asthma at increased risk.
Kicking it with Kimberly: It shouldn't take a legal battle to celebrate parenthood (able-sc.org)
Messages from our CEO: Kickin’ It with Kimberly It’s important to us that we keep you well informed of current issues and barriers impacting people with disabilities.
Authenticity Matters: Rewriting Disability on Screen (festival.bentonvillefilm.org)
Join us for an insightful research presentation and panel discussion on The State of Disability Representation on Television: An Analysis of Scripted TV Series from 2016 to 2023, presented by the Geena Davis Institute.
Nyle DiMarco partners with PADI to promote inclusivity in open water diving (uk.news.yahoo.com)
DiMarco recently got his PADI license after training with Thomas J. Koch, the first deaf PADI course director The post Nyle DiMarco partners with PADI to promote inclusivity in open water diving appeared first on Attitude.
Inclusive Practices (tash.org)
Inclusive Practices is a quarterly online journal published by TASH that makes the latest research available to everyone who works with people with significant support needs. Inclusive Practices publishes articles that provide best practices and strategies for practitioners, families, and self-advocates; current issues; and insights from educators, support providers, families, and self-advocates. Generally, each issue of Inclusive Practices includes four Feature articles, one Leading Edge article, and one Perspective article.
In Axing mRNA Contract, Trump Delivers Another Blow to US Biosecurity, Former Officials Say (kffhealthnews.org)
The Trump administration is eroding national pandemic flu defenses as it guts health agencies, cuts research and health budgets, and withdraws funding for bird flu vaccines, health security experts said.
Man who considered assisted death after bedsore tells coroner's inquiry 'you have to fight' for care (cbc.ca)
The coroner's inquiry into the death of Normand Meunier — who requested medical assistance in dying after developing a severe bedsore in hospital — wrapped up this week, after hearing from someone who knows all too well what Meunier went through.
Don’t Dismantle What Works: The University Programs That Help People with Disabilities Thrive (nadsp.org)
When President John F. Kennedy signed the legislation that would evolve into the Developmental Disabilities Assistance and Bill of Rights Act (DD Act), he envisioned a fairer and more just America, one that affirmed the rights of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (ID/DD) to live full, self-determined lives in their communities. Sixty years later, the programs established under that law, State Developmental Disabilities Councils, Protection and Advocacy systems, and University Centers for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDDs) continue to make that vision real.
Eunice Kennedy Shriver - Best Buddies International (bestbuddies.org)
Eunice Kennedy Shriver, founder of Special Olympics, was an early champion fighting for the rights and acceptance of people with intellectual disabilities worldwide.
‘We need to have a greater awareness of autism in older people’s services’ (nursingtimes.net)
It is estimated that in England alone there are 150,000 to 500,000 people aged 20 to 49 who are ...
'Classmates threw Snickers at me to test my peanut anaphylaxis' (bbc.com)
Chloe Dickson says she receives death threats online from people "misunderstanding" her allergy.
Beresford’s book shows how disability movement can be part of ‘antidote’ to neoliberalism (disabilitynewsservice.com)
A new book by a leading disabled academic-activist explores how people-powered movements – including the disability movement – can end the dominance of the “man-made disaster” that is neoliberalism…
Trump Budget Calls For Major Changes To Disability Programs (disabilityscoop.com)
The Trump administration wants to eliminate university centers on developmental disabilities and rethink IDEA funding, but a new plan spares some programs that were expected to be on the chopping block.
Investing in Relationships Builds Resilience for Dementia Caregivers, Study Finds (today.uconn.edu)
Researchers find that positive relationships between caregivers and their family members can improve the caregivers’ experience after the onset of dementia ...
What Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., Doesn’t Understand About Autism (wnycstudios.org)
When Donald Trump made an alliance with Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., he brought vaccine skepticism and the debunked link between vaccines and autism into the center of the MAGA agenda.
Watch: In a ‘Dead Zone,’ Doctors Don’t Practice and Telehealth Doesn’t Reach (californiahealthline.org)
Chief rural health correspondent Sarah Jane Tribble explains how millions of rural Americans live in counties with doctor shortages and where high-speed internet connections aren’t adequate to access advanced telehealth services.
For the first time there are safe and effective RSV prevention treatments (bcm.edu)
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is the number one cause of hospitalization in infants, accounting for about 25% of all their hospitalizations. However,...
‘One-Two Punch’: Trump Administration Blocks Lifesaving Abortion Care and Announces Mifepristone Safety ‘Review’ (msmagazine.com)
One-Two Punch: Trump Administration Blocks Lifesaving Abortion Care and Announces Mifepristone Safety ‘Review’—All in One Day
School Districts Face Soaring Demand For Special Education (disabilityscoop.com)
School officials say parents' heightened awareness, improved testing procedures and pandemic-era learning losses have contributed to the spike in students requiring specialized instruction.
Some in deaf and hard-of-hearing community growing concerned with rollback of DEI (13wham.com)
Some in Rochester’s deaf and hard-of-hearing community believe the rollback on DEI by the White House could make it harder for and people in the workforce.
Trump Budget Calls For Major Changes To Disability Programs (disabilityscoop.com)
The Trump administration wants to eliminate university centers on developmental disabilities and rethink IDEA funding, but a new plan spares some programs that were expected to be on the chopping block.
Private equity snaps up disability services, challenging state regulators (northdakotamonitor.com)
Private equity companies have gobbled up group homes and other services for people with disabilities, attracting the attention of state and federal regulators across the nation and alarming advocates.
Leafi Nova Makes Blinds Accessible at an Affordable Price (newmobility.com)
Leafi, a Canadian smart home technology company, has released a device that converts horizontal tilt-wand blinds into smart blinds in minutes, providing a cost-effective, simple alternative to most automated blinds on the market.
Why Most States Will Not Replace Federal Medicaid Cuts (kff.org)
In his latest Beyond the Data column, KFF’s President and CEO Drew Altman discusses how difficult it will be for states to replace lost federal Medicaid funding should Congress make significant cuts.
Mother and son inspire hope on World Transplant Day (dallasnews.com)
Brittany Clayborne remembers the day her health crisis began in 2010. She had just given birth to her son, Micah, and was home recovering when she suddenly...
Newsom’s Push To Block Law Could Save California Nursing Homes Over $1 Billion (californiahealthline.org)
Gov. Gavin Newsom wants to block a state law that requires nursing homes to have 96 hours of backup power in the case of emergencies, potentially giving the industry a break from spending over $1 billion on facility upgrades. Patient advocates say rolling back the nursing home industry requirements for preparedness could jeopardize the safety of residents.
How Asian women with disabilities break down barriers (dw.com)
Disability should not be an obstacle, but an opportunity for our society. Meet three women who are breaking down walls for people with disabilities, showing what needs to be done to promote women with disabilities?
Monicah Muteti, the deaf chef from Kenya (dw.com)
Cooking is a language of its own. And for Monicah Muteti from Kenya, it speaks even louder than words. With every dish she proves that flavor has no limits, even in a world without sound.
Illinois could become the first state in the country to ban mask bans. Here’s how we created the bill to do it. (thesicktimes.org)
Anti-mask laws are discriminatory and dangerous, and so I and other disability advocates across the country are stepping up to counter criminalizing with codifying: our bills would enshrine the right to mask in public spaces in state law.
Embracing a Diversity Perspective in DEI Work (greenamerica.org)
An Interview with Meier Galblum Haigh of Disability Culture Lab - Green America
Strategies for Seeing Differently (dcdoxfest.com)
This panel, developed by Julie Wyman (THE TALLEST DWARF) and Reid Davenport (LIFE AFTER), explores existential and timely questions surrounding disability and eugenics. Moderated by renowned author Eli Clare, this wide-ranging conversation will examine how disability authorship can serve as a tool to counter the medicalization of disability, offer new ways of seeing rooted in difference, and resist fascism.
Life After (dcdoxfest.com)
A gripping personal investigation that exposes the tangled web of moral dilemmas and profit motives surrounding assisted dying. Disabled filmmaker Reid Davenport uncovers shocking abuses of power while amplifying the voices of the disability community fighting for justice and dignity in an unfolding matter of life and death.
How a paraclimber faced her fear of heights (dw.com)
Corinna Wimmer is a German paraclimber who faces an unusual challenge: a fear of heights. While Corinna has mastered the art of climbing with one hand, feelings of panic threaten to hold her back from fulfilling her dream of competing at the Paralympics. But with the help of her coach, she's determined to overcome her fears and rise higher than ever.
Palantir’s Collection of Disease Data at C.D.C. Stirs Privacy Concerns (nytimes.com)
U.S. and state officials say the consolidation of the public health agency’s vast trove of information could expose patients and will delay analysis of long-term trends.
Embracing Our Fabulous Selves: A Journey Through Disability Rights and Justice (meriahnichols.com)
"I want to remind you: we’re not broken—we’re fabulous. The future of disability justice is in your hands now. Love each other. Believe in yourselves. I do.” - Corbett O'Toole
Preparedness in Action: Getting Ready for Hurricane Season with Team Rubicon (wid.org)
Preparedness in Action: Getting Ready for Hurricane Season with Team Rubicon By Christina Contreras (Alfaro), Disaster Preparedness & Climate Resilience Department Project Manager As the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season approaches, now is the time to focus on readiness.
Subminimum Wage Employment - WID Research Interview Opportunity (wid.org)
Under Section 14(c) of the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938, companies who receive a '14(c) Certificate in their State are authorized to pay subminimum wages to workers with disabilities for work performed as an employee. Subminimum wage employment is different from competitive integrated employment (CIE) or professional development and services available for people with disabilities in their work, the wages or benefits provided, and the workplace environment. The 14(c) Certificate is a federal policy. Different states have approached the policy differently, with varying perspectives, legislation, and executive orders regarding whether to maintain or eliminate subminimum wage employment for people with disabilities.
Reimagining Accessible Sex Education For People With Learning Disabilities (criplife.co.uk)
Discover how a University of Brighton student is transforming accessible sex education with a hands-on toolkit designed to support people with learning disabilities in understanding consent, relationships, and bodily autonomy.
June is Hurricane Preparedness Month - Are you Ready? (wid.org)
As hurricane season kicks off this June, it’s a powerful reminder of the importance of being prepared before disaster strikes. At the World Institute on Disability (WID), we know that preparation can be the difference between safety and uncertainty—especially for older adults and people with disabilities.
Design and Disability review – ‘A world-shaping, boundary-breaking joy of a show’ (theguardian.com)
From self-tightening shoes to an all-purpose hands-free vibrator, this superb exhibition demonstrates that disability-led culture and design is about so much more than ramps
Maybe we (and I) have always been here (lucywebster.substack.com)
On resistance, Pride, history - and things I have learned about myself
XR Navigation (xrnavigation.io)
You are probably here because you have a digital map that needs to be accessible to everyone, including blind users, and you're not quite sure how to make
Inclusion starts with a willingness to learn and make mistakes (reframingdisability.substack.com)
Creative arts facilitator Tania on how most accommodations don't require additional funds but a commitment to slowing down and being mindful of everyone's needs. Available in English text & audio.
Gov. Newsom proposes 'asset test' for low-income and disabled Medi-Cal applicants. What does that mean? (yahoo.com)
Gov. Gavin Newsom is proposing reinstating an 'asset test' that would narrow eligibility for low-income seniors and adults with disabilities.
Accessible Air Travel Is Ready for Takeoff. Can It Avoid Turbulence? - Quest | Muscular Dystrophy Association (mdaquest.org)
Updates on recent policy and rule changes to make air travel safer and more accessible for people with disabilities.
2 Bronx students fight for accessibility in movie theaters across the state (bronx.news12.com)
Two Bronx High School of Science sisters are fighting to get new legislation passed that would require all theaters across the state to provide open caption screenings.
Mega sporting events, such as the Olympic and Paralympic Games, and FIFA World Cup, have long been seen as catalysts for national pride, global recognition, and economic growth. While these events bring undeniable excitement and spectacle, their long-term impact on host communities is often a matter of ongoing debate. In particular, the question of how...
A World Cup goal: Improving accessibility in the host cities.: Travel Weekly (travelweekly.com)
FIFA brings accessible experiences for all fans to enjoy inaugural Club World Cup (inside.fifa.com)
Exclusive | Teen leads push to make subtitles mandatory in NY movie theaters: 'Accessibility is a right' (nypost.com)
“You always end up finding a way to make time for what you’re passionate about.”
Court Orders Chicago to Install Thousands of Accessible Pedestrian Signals - Disability Rights Advocates (dralegal.org)
Following Years of Litigation, Chicago’s Streets will be Safer for Blind Pedestrians June 2, 2025—Chicago, IL—A federal court ordered Chicago to install thousands of accessible pedestrian signals (APS) over the next 10 years, a historic win in the years-long legal battle by blind and low vision pedestrians for safe and equitable streets. APS are devices … Continue reading » "Court Orders Chicago to Install Thousands of Accessible Pedestrian Signals"
New voting machines bring accessibility to Monroe County ahead of primary day (13wham.com)
A local nonprofit is helping expand access to the polls on Monday.
When Assistive Tech Meets the Silver Screen: Documentaries Driving Accessibility Innovation - TechBullion (techbullion.com)
In recent years, documentary filmmakers have turned their lenses toward the intersection of disability and technology, spotlighting pioneers whose innovations promise to reshape daily life for millions. These films do more than simply chronicle inventions; they humanize the designers and end-users, revealing how a wheelchair’s new wheel design or a brain–computer interface can transform independence […]
‘King Ron’ using social media to make American Sign Language more accessible (kwqc.com)
Ronnie McKenzie – aka King Ron to his more than 2 million social media followers – is using his digital presence to build bridges, particularly between the deaf and hearing communities.
Arc of Monroe hosts voting accessibility tour to help voters with disabilities - WHEC.com (whec.com)
ROCHESTER, N.Y. – The Arc of Monroe held an accessibility tour Monday to help voters with disabilities prepare for the upcoming local primary elections at the end of the month. Participants practiced using new electronic voting machines and had the opportunity to register to vote.Assembly Member Jennifer Lunsford’s office teamed up with the Monroe County […]
Sen. Markey, Rep. Cohen Introduce Legislation to Make America’s Streets Safer for Everyone (markey.senate.gov)
DC sued by blind pedestrians who say they’re subject to ‘blindness tax’ - WTOP News (wtop.com)
D.C. is being sued for not doing enough to help blind pedestrians cross the street safely, according to a lawsuit.
Saranac Lake launches accessibility review of its municipal parks | NCPR News (northcountrypublicradio.org)
Survey aims to identify barriers and guide upgrades for more inclusive public spaces
Potential Mortality Impact of the Reconciliation Bill - Penn LDI (ldi.upenn.edu)
Colleagues from Penn LDI & Yale School of Public Health compiled research detailing the potential mortality impacts of the GOP’s Budget Reconciliation Bill
Proposed changes to Medicaid, other health programs could lead to over 51,000 preventable deaths, researchers warn Yale School of Public Health (ysph.yale.edu)
Public health and policy researchers at Yale University and the University of Pennsylvania say that proposed changes to Medicaid and other U.S. health programs
Uber launches senior ride features with accessibility in mind- Fast Company (fastcompany.com)
Built with input from older adults and accessibility experts, Uber’s new tools simplify the app for senior riders.
nydailynews.com/2025/06/05/nyc-meets-milestone-accessible-yellow-cabs/ (nydailynews.com)
TLC Finally Hits 50% Accessibility Target After Years of Delays | THE CITY — NYC News (thecity.nyc)
About 5,000 yellow taxis are now wheelchair accessible, up from just over 200 in 2013.
SC law challenged, claims digital eye exam ban violates U.S. constitutional rights (wach.com)
The South Carolina Supreme Court heard arguments Tuesday in a case that could reshape the future of telehealth services in the state. At the center of the dispu
Freeport to replace non-compliant accessibility ramps over next decades | MyStateline | WTVO News, Weather and Sports (mystateline.com)
The City of Freeport is undertaking an expensive, multi-decade project to bring accessibility ramps for disabled people in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Marconi Beach stairs reopen in Wellfleet, just in time for summer (eu.capecodtimes.com)
Saskatchewan Soccer Association powering into accessibility - Sask Sport (sasksport.ca)
While the summer break can be a chance to rest, recuperate and have fun outside of sport, the athletes competing […]
Accessible Outdoors - Visit Seattle (visitseattle.org)
Welcome to the official VisitSeattle.org site. Learn more about Accessible Outdoors.
Mumbai: "Accessibility walk" to raise awareness about pedestrian infrastructures (msn.com)
The Walking Project, in partnership with Access to Hope, a disabled accessibility non-profit, conducted an “accessibility walk” on May 23 to raise awareness about pedestrian infrastructure, Indian design standards for pedestrian infrastructure, and civic problems related to the design. “The importance of accessible footpaths is not just for us who are physically disabled, pregnant women, those who have kids in strollers, senior citizens....
10 countries with accessible travel measures | Tatler Asia (tatlerasia.com)
As the tourism industry evolves, accessible travel measures stand as a testament to true hospitality and inclusivity.
Activist livid at city for failing to fix dangerous intersections - Sault Ste. Marie News (sootoday.com)
‘They're broken. Make them accessible. You guys figure it out. I'm not doing your job anymore,' says Carol Magnan
Disabilities council scraps YK accessible housing project (cabinradio.ca)
The NWT Disabilities Council said it had lost significant funding after cancelling an accessible housing project when negotiations with Housing NWT broke down.
Victorian train network failing to meet national accessibility standards - ABC News (abc.net.au)
A disability advocate says he feels 'secluded' accessing Melbourne's train network, as the state government falls three years short of national targets to meet accessibility criteria.
Saint John to fix up 'accessibility nightmare' at intersection | CBC News (cbc.ca)
Saint John will make significant changes to an east end intersection that has long been a concern for people in the city who have disabilities.
HERO Südtirol Dolomites x Obiettivo3: focus on accessibility for those with disabilities - endurance.biz (endurance.biz)
HERO Südtirol Dolomites is supporting ‘Obiettivo3’ to help make sport more accessible to people living with disabilities.
Tech inclusion path for Persons With Disabilities as Kenya's Act promises new dawn (citizen.digital)
Kenya, for instance, has an ambitious plan to digitise nearly all government services to enable the speedy and efficient delivery of services across the public sector.
Breaking barriers: Quebec content creator promotes accessibility through YouTube (montreal.citynews.ca)
This week marks Quebec Week for People with Disabilities, and one woman from the Montreal area is on a mission to help others with mobility challenges enjoy everything the province has to offer. Isabelle Giard, 38, was born with spina bifida and has used a wheelchair since the age of 12. Five years ago, she […]
Make our rail stations accessible, say Northern politicians - Rail UK (railuk.com)
Make our rail stations accessible, say Northern politicians - Accessibility
Digital accessibility in Nepal’s healthcare websites (theannapurnaexpress.com)
Despite having established several legal frameworks promoting digital accessibility, Nepal lacks implementation resulting in significant gaps across h
LTA joins with the Sunflower to make British tennis events more accessible for those with hidden disabilities (lta.org.uk)
The LTA has joined the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower to make its events more accessible to people with non-visible disabilities.
Stakeholders explore future of accessible technology at Assistive Technologies Day (citizen.digital)
The Global Assistive Technologies (AT) Day was marked at the 6th Inclusive Africa Conference, where innovators, policymakers, entrepreneurs, and disability advocates gathered to champion the future of accessible technology across the continent.
Canada’s Wonderland new accessibility pass changes child with autism's experience: mom (ctvnews.ca)
Every summer for the better part of a decade, Monica Matheson would take her daughter Jessica to Canada’s Wonderland. But Jessica’s mother says a recent change to the accessibility passes issued at the amusement park could dramatically increase the time her daughter will have to wait between rides, potentially leading to meltdowns that will colour their experience.
Gov’t aims to make online services accessible for persons with disabilities (citizen.digital)
The government of Kenya, through the Ministry of ICT, aims to make public services accessible for persons with disabilities.
Work underway to measure the quality of life of Nova Scotians with disabilities | CBC News (cbc.ca)
The Quality of Life Index for Persons with Disabilities includes more than 80 indicators that will be used to measure whether the province is making progress on improving the well-being of people with disabilities.
Kenya Moves to Make All Online Govt Services Accessible to Persons With Disabilities - allAfrica.com (allafrica.com)
The government has committed to making all digitised public services accessible to persons with disabilities, in a bold step toward universal digital inclusion.
Keep Left and Guide Dogs host Australia’s first accessible beauty summit with Molly Burke – Campaign Brief (campaignbrief.com)
The Australian beauty industry has been challenged to lift its game on accessibility following the nation’s first Boundless Beauty Summit, hosted in Sydney by Guide Dogs NSW/ACT in conjunction with creative communications agency Keep Left. Headlined by beauty influencer and disability advocate
Accessible tourism should be the standard worldwide - The Jerusalem Post (jpost.com)
As global travel returns, travel systems should be redesigned for accessibility to make tourism possible for everyone.
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Why Accessible Procurement Matters
Rebecca A Withey: The new LumoTV show DeSign got me thinking about accessibility in living space (BSL) | The Limping Chicken (limpingchicken.com)
As someone who adores design related television shows, I recently enjoyed LumoTV’s brand new show, DeSign where a team of builders, led by deaf architect Chris Laing, transformed the home of a deaf…
The Daily — Accessibility related barriers to travel among persons with disabilities or long-term conditions (www150.statcan.gc.ca)
From January 2022 to February 2025, more than half (52%) of persons with disabilities or long-term conditions took an out-of-town trip that included travel by airplane, train, bus or ferry. Among this group, 4 in 10 people (40%) experienced at least one type of barrier at the airport, train station, bus terminal or ferry terminal because of their condition.
Enhancing Accessibility of Thematic Web Maps for Visually Impaired Users | KN - Journal of Cartography and Geographic Information (link.springer.com)
Maps have long been invaluable tools for navigation and communication, yet their inherently visual nature poses challenges for people with visual impairments or disabilities. While tactile and acoustic maps address some barriers, the rise of digital and web-based maps has introduced new accessibility challenges. This paper reviews the accessibility of popular web mapping tools, proposes guidelines for the development of accessible thematic web maps, and demonstrates these concepts through the development of a prototype using point data of Austrian castles as a thematic layer. The study reveals that while the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) provide a generic framework applicable to thematic web maps, additional domain-specific recommendations are necessary to address unique challenges. Accessibility features across web mapping tools vary widely, with some offering built-in support and others requiring developers to implement accessibility measures. This work contributes to advancing inclusivity in web cartography, fostering equal access to spatial information for users with visual disabilities.
Foodservice accessibility: How automatic doors make restaurants more inclusive : NYREJ (nyrej.com)
New York, NY Restaurants and other foodservice establishments play an important role in creating inclusive, welcoming environments for all guests, including tho...
A Brighter Future: ETC’s Commitment to Inclusion and Innovation (blog.etcconnect.com)
ETC UI/UX Designer Jade Kunda discusses the importance of accessibility in our industry and what ETC is doing to make our products more inclusive.
AI-Powered Closed Captions Could Open Up New Possibilities – and Pitfalls - CNET (cnet.com)
Hollywood studios and tech companies are tapping AI to automate captioning. It's faster and cheaper, but viewers could pay the price if accessibility isn't prioritized.
Why Web Accessibility Guidelines Matter: $6.9B Lost Annually in Ignored Markets (netguru.com)
Learn why web accessibility is crucial for your business, its financial benefits, and how to comply with legal standards to avoid costly lawsuits.
How Hollywood-Grade Audio is Now Accessible to All Content Creators | No Film School (nofilmschool.com)
Viralnoise Founder/Composer Alec Puro on Changing the Royalty-Free Music Landscape.
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Designing for Accessibility: How Casinos Are Becoming More Inclusive (bdcmagazine.com)
The casino industry—long associated with glamour, excitement, and exclusivity—is undergoing a major transformation. As awareness around disability rights an
Does AI Make Technology More Accessible Or Widen Digital Inequalities? (forbes.com)
Will AI advancements supercharge access to technology or just create new barriers for people with disabilities?
Designing for Accessibility: How Casinos Are Becoming More Inclusive (bdcmagazine.com)
The casino industry—long associated with glamour, excitement, and exclusivity—is undergoing a major transformation. As awareness around disability rights an
Does AI Make Technology More Accessible Or Widen Digital Inequalities? (forbes.com)
Will AI advancements supercharge access to technology or just create new barriers for people with disabilities?
Senior-friendly packaging enhances global accessibility (packaging-gateway.com)
Senior-friendly packaging, tailored for reduced dexterity and vision, is becoming key to helping older adults stay independent and manage daily tasks safely.
Breaking Barriers: Accessibility for All in Business Travel – Hotel-Online (hotel-online.com)
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ADVERTISER CONTENT FROM MICROSOFT HOSTED BY THE GUARDIAN | AI advancements are building a more accessible world for 1 billion disabled people – and a more inclusive future for everyone
Comparing local LLMs for alt-text generation, round 2 | Dries Buytaert (dri.es)
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Building Currys' ‘Sigh of Relief’ Film Around Accessibility | LBBOnline (lbbonline.com)
Global Accessibility Awareness Day 2025: Trust Principles and Accessibility (thomsonreuters.com)
Thomson Reuters recently celebrated Global Accessibility Awareness Day, connecting accessibility to our Trust Principles.
Enhancing accessibility for wheelchair users in restaurants - Restobiz (restobiz.ca)
By enhancing accessibility, your establishment can be more equitable. compliant, and improve the guest experience.
Testing Methods: Prerecorded Media Alternative - Dennis Deacon (dennisdeacon.com)
WCAG 1.2.8 requires a media alternative for time-based media is provided for all prerecorded synchronized & video-only media.
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"Accessibility for a listed building can be quite difficult to achieve"
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Mankato Transit Enters Summer Hours with Enhanced Accessibility Services - Radio Mankato (radiomankato.com)
Mankato Transit rolled out its updated summer bus schedule, effective now through August 17, 2025, with changes designed to optimize service during the summer months. Route 1: Operating Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., ensures continued service around Minnesota State University during the suspension of Routes 8, 14, and 15, which
EDUCAUSE, a nonprofit that aims to advance higher education through the use of information technology, conducted a study, which summarizes current sentiments and experiences related to the current student experience with a focus on technology use and how institutions can adapt to meet students needs and enhance learning experiences. In our second article on the report, we analyze the trends in Gen AI use in Higher Education and issues with Accessibility.
Is the DOJ Web Accessibility Rule in Danger? (convergeaccessibility.com)
I don’t get worked up that often on this blog. I try to see both sides of every argument. I try to keep it objective. This post is different. This post is about protecting something we all strive hard to…
College Matters | CR increases accessibility for those with disabilities (msn.com)
"CR has seen this increase in the number of students seeking our disability services," College of the Redwoods President Keith Flamer writes in College Matters this week.
New capstone initiative challenges students to reimagine campus accessibility | Systems Design Engineering | University of Waterloo (uwaterloo.ca)
Waterloo Engineering faculty members partner to launch a new initiative to empower students to reimagine accessibility on campus.
New app to help map accessible venues (unimelb.edu.au)
A new web app developed at the University of Melbourne is empowering those with disabilities to confidently engage with their community by simplifying the process of finding accessible venues.
Amplifying accessibility rights – The Brock News (brocku.ca)
Stanley Ly | Digital Accessibility Office | University of Colorado Boulder (colorado.edu)
May 2025 Digital Accessibility Buff Award WinnerStanley Ly was nominated due to his significant strides in making CU Boulder more accessible for individuals
‘Fix Your Content’ Day: LCU working to make digital media more accessible (kcbd.com)
LCU Chaps flocked to the library to learn how to make their digital media more accessible to all.
Breaking down barriers through learning: accessibility in higher education – Brock University Library (brocku.ca)
Disability Employment Awareness Month Poster Contest Profile From Puzzle Pieces to Purpose: A Legacy of Inclusion in Motion (content.govdelivery.com)
Accessibility: Take part in the challenge! – Staffnet | ETH Zurich (ethz.ch)
ETH Zurich aims to make its infrastructure – i.e. its buildings and services – as accessible as possible. Accessibility and inclusion are also important topics in education and research. ETH members with disabilities can now get involved in the development of assistive technologies.
Superior In-Home Care Unveils Redesigned Website to Enhance Client Experience and Accessibility (cbs42.com)
New Home Care Website Design for Superior In-Home Care Approved Senior Network® Marketing Superior In-Home Care, a trusted provider of non-medical home care services in the Pittsburgh area, announces the launch of its newly redesigned website. If your home care web design agency isn’t ALSO teaching you in-person sales, ditch them—digital alone leaves leads, referrals, and revenue on the table.”— Valerie VanBooven RN BSNPITTSBURGH, PA, UNITED STATES, June 2, 2025 ...
AXS Lab Wins Gold Telly Award, Will Present at United Nations on Global Accessibility Innovation (businesswire.com)
AXS Lab, a leading non-profit coalition of individuals and organizations who advocate for disability inclusion and accessibility innovation, announced today ...
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Disabled residents in South Cambridgeshire set to benefit from increased funding for home adaptations | Cambridge Network (cambridgenetwork.co.uk)
Disabled residents and people with long-term health conditions can now access more support to live independently at home, thanks to increased funding.
TravelAbility and Gray Digital Media Partner to Launch Accessibility-Focused Travel Channel on Zeam (einpresswire.com)
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PRESS RELEASE: Switchyard Park Debuts City's First Tactile Map in Step Toward Greater Accessibility - Indiana Daily Student (idsnews.com)
Parks and Recreation on June 13 will unveil the city park system’s first tactile map at Switchyard Park, marking a major step forward in making city parks more accessible and inclusive.
Press Release- Erie County Wraps Up Older Americans Month with Education, Advocacy, and Empowerment | Senior Services (www3.erie.gov)
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2025 Accessibility Excellence Awards honour those committed to reducing and eliminating barriers | Quinte News (quintenews.com)
The City of Belleville handed out its 2025 Accessibility Excellence Award as part of National AccessAbility We...
LA28 announces venue plan for historic Paralympic Games (paralympic.org)
The LA28 Paralympic venue plan features world-class existing venues across the Los Angeles region with accessibility and athlete needs at the forefront
Inclusive Fun Fair for accessibility and inclusion returns to Kingston | The Kingston Whig Standard (thewhig.com)
The second annual Inclusive Fun Fair at Shannon Park on June 7 will support the construction of an Inclusive Play Project at Shannon Park.
CA Auto Bank and Olmedo partner to finance accessible mobility vehicles - Asset Finance Connect (assetfinanceconnect.com)
CA Auto Bank, the mobility bank of Crédit Agricole Personal Finance & Mobility, has entered a new strategic partnership with Olmedo Special Vehicles, a market leader in outfitting vehicles for the healthcare and accessible mobility sectors. The agreement aims to boost access to specialised vehicles through tailored, competitive financing solutions. The collaboration, which builds on […]
TV Access Project, ScreenSkills launch resource hub - The Knowledge Online (theknowledgeonline.com)
The TV Access Project and ScreenSkills have launched an Employment Resources hub to support deaf, disabled, and neurodivergent talent
Niagara Businesses and Municipalities Honoured for Championing Accessibility - City of Thorold (thorold.ca)
Rebuilding Together NYC conducts critical home repairs, accessibility modifications (bronx.news12.com)
Rebuilding Together NYC makes critical home repairs and accessibility modifications for income-eligible New Yorkers
Action Figure Insider » Easterseals Announces National Initiative to Identify Best Accessible Toys for 2025 Holiday Season (actionfigureinsider.com)
Washington, D.C. — Easterseals, the nation’s leading nonprofit organization serving people with disabilities and their families, today announced the launch of a new national initiative to identify the best accessible toys and video games for the 2025 holiday season. This effort will highlight toys t
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Winners of 2025 Accessibility Impact Awards Announced | Government of Northwest Territories (gov.nt.ca)
DNR seeks landowners to host deer hunters with disabilities (fox11online.com)
If you have at least 60 acres of land, you could help hunters with disabilities this fall.
Honda's Accessible Cars are Headed to the LA Olympics (adweek.com)
Honda will bring its accessible vehicles to Olympics as a founding partner of the LA 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Whirlpool's Retrofittable, Rotating Lower-Level Dishwasher Rack Improves Accessibility - Core77 (core77.com)
The Spin&Load design came from the company's Awareness of Visible and Invisible Disabilities initiative
Your Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses just got two significant upgrades for free - what they do | ZDNET (zdnet.com)
Meta's partnership with Be My Eyes turns the glasses into a helpful visual tool, opening up new use cases.
New AI tool for people with learning disabilities converts information into easy read formats - AT Today - Assistive Technology (attoday.co.uk)
Photosymbols has launched EasyMaker, a new AI-powered tool created in collaboration with people with learning disabilities.
From Compliance to Inclusion: 8 Free Accessibility Tools Every Website Owner Should Use (nerdbot.com)
Are you committed to offering an inclusive digital landscape to your users? Then, understand that web accessibility isn’t just a checkbox anymore.
Virgin Australia, Adelaide Airport’s new program makes air travel more accessible (karryon.com.au)
Virgin Australia and Adelaide Airport have officially launched ‘Try Before You Fly’, a new program designed to make flying more accessible for Australians with disability or health conditions.
Walk in New York opens to aid access to advanced mobility devices in MS (multiplesclerosisnewstoday.com)
Wandercraft's Walk in New York offers sessions with rehabilitation therapists and walking sessions with its robotic exoskeleton Atalante X.
Raleigh Launches iAccess to Improve ADA Parking and Accessibility | Raleighnc.gov (raleighnc.gov)
AI Accessibility Checkers : AI Accessibility Checker (trendhunter.com)
AI Accessibility Checker - The Global Accessibility Awareness Day Foundation (also known as the GAAD Foundation) recently launched a specialized AI accessibility checker in c...
Assistive Shopping Apps : Assistive Shopping App (trendhunter.com)
Assistive Shopping App - The collaboration between Blind SA and Checkers Sixty60 represents a meaningful advancement in digital accessibility through an assistive shopping ...
Mobility solutions provider launches seven new products that enhance accessibility - AT Today - Assistive Technology (attoday.co.uk)
Sunrise Medical has unveiled seven new products, designed to revolutionise mobility solutions at its Elite Dealer launch event.
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Accessible Cruising with Celebrity: Luxury Without Limits | TravelPulse Canada (travelpulse.ca)
New tool makes therapeutic horseback riding more accessible - Victoria Times Colonist (timescolonist.com)
The machine, called the MiraColt, simulates the movement patterns of a horse’s walk, while a TV screen uses software called Motivex to play videos of local trails
Redefine Accessibility Where It Matters Most: The Point of Care (dotmed.com)
Create more accessible exam and procedure rooms with the Midmark® 626 exam chair and 631 procedure chair—compliant, ergonomic and built to support inclusive care.
Canarian Weekly - Siam Park strengthens commitment to accessibility and inclusion (canarianweekly.com)
Named the world’s best water park ten times by Tripadvisor, Siam Park is setting a new standard in inclusive tourism…
Updated guidance shares ways make places and spaces accessible (activityalliance.org.uk)
Access for All guide provides practical examples of how to ensure spaces and places are inclusive for disabled people.
These 7 Accessibility Features Make the Nintendo Switch 2 Way Easier to Use | PCMag (pcmag.com)
Lambeth-based charity aims to make cycling more accessible (bbc.com)
Wheels for Wellbeing provides support for disabled people to discover or rediscover the joy of cycling.
New ‘talking toilet’ in Ivybridge improves accessibility (themoorlander.co.uk)
Innovative RoomMate audio system enhances accessibility at Glanville Mill public toilets in Ivybridge for visually impaired users
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Accessibility-Focused Electric Vehicles : accessible electric mobility (trendhunter.com)
accessible electric mobility - Kia sets its sights on accessible electric mobility with the release of the Kia PV5 WAV. The auto combines innovative vehicle architecture with tho...
9to5Mac Overtime 049: Apple - the king of accessibility - 9to5Mac (9to5mac.com)
Jeff and Fernando talk about Apple’s impressive history with accessibility, including our favorite accessibility tips and tricks, and upcoming accessibility...
Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown Mobile Accessibility Spotlight (news.ubisoft.com)
Game Content Director Alexis Denance talks about adapting controls, creating auto-movements, and customizing your playstyle to make the game as accessible as possible for mobile players.
Accessibility in games: How the industry is redefining who can play | VentureBeat (venturebeat.com)
Many studios are trying accessibility and there's progress being made -- but deficits persist about how efforts continue to evolve.
7 accessibility features that work for everyone on Windows 11 | Windows Central (windowscentral.com)
Discover seven accessibility features anyone can use to improve customization and productivity.
Quick Tip: Context is Key – Nat Tarnoff (tarnoff.info)
Testing with Auto Scanning Tools Many of the auto scanning tools on the market will flag for suspicious text on links and buttons. Sometimes the settings for that tool will flag long alternative te…
Switch 2 Accessibility features explained | Eurogamer.net (eurogamer.net)
Here's everything you need to know about all Switch 2 accessibility settings, including where to find accessibility settings on Switch 2.
How Xbox is making gaming accessible for all | BBC News - YouTube (youtube.com)
Xbox has released a new adaptive controller that can be used by more people with a range of disabilities. Microsoft were the first company to introduce an ad...
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Measuring Change: Our Stories of Institutionalisation (with BSL) - YouTube (youtube.com)
A short film on deinstitutionalisation in Scotland with British Sign Language translation as told by human rights defenders through their own lived experiences
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TOFF x St Kilda Film Festival | Arts Access Victoria (artsaccess.com.au)
Join us for a Disability-led inclusive story telling event where you will get to enjoy: Place for Every Story in Short Films panel and screening of Black Time, White Time Screening Into the Limelight: 20 Jokes (for mental health) followed by a Q&A Screening Home is Where the Art Is Book your tickets via the […]
Coordinator, Training and Consultation | Arts Access Victoria (artsaccess.com.au)
Coordinator, Training and Consultation Are you passionate about increasing opportunities for Deaf and Disabled people in Arts and Culture? We are looking for a new member of the Arts Access Victoria team to provide access advice and training across the arts and cultural sector and within AAV. With a focus on consultation, training and access […]
Lesley Hall Arts and Disability Scholarship 2025 Opens Today! | Arts Access Victoria (artsaccess.com.au)
Applications are now open! and close Monday 21 July at 5 pm. This program supports a Deaf or Disabled artist, arts workers and creatives living in Victoria who use their creative practice to advocate for Deaf and Disabled people. We are looking for Deaf and Disabled artists, arts workers and creatives who create works challenging […]
Into the Limelight: 20 Jokes (for mental health) | Arts Access Victoria (artsaccess.com.au)
Join us at the St Kilda Film Festival for the 6th annual Into the Limelight screening. The screening will be followed up by a Q & A with our actors, who mostly live in supported accommodation for those with Schizophrenia at the Haven South Yarra. There will be a free after party with refreshment and […]
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Join us for the June 2025 Gathering! | Arts Access Victoria (artsaccess.com.au)
The Gathering is AAV’s online networking event for Deaf and Disabled artists. We run the Gathering on the last Tuesday of every month. It is hosted on Zoom, with a range of industry guests. This month we will be joined by Emily Wells, the Executive Producer of Yirramboi Festival. Join us for The Gathering Tuesday 24 […]
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Powerhouse performer Andi Snelling is in the fight of her life, stuck behind “the fourth wall”. Little does she know, she is about to orchestrate her own rescue and return to the stage with a second chance at life. Based on the true story of a life-changing tick bite, Happy-Go-Wrong is a visceral physical theatre odyssey that celebrates the preciousness of life. Having received numerous awards and five star reviews, this “highlight of the year” (The Age) returns to Melbourne for a very special homecoming. \n
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It shouldn’t be controversial to say that the nature of existence should be having access to the opportunity to live.
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In the latest podcast episode in a series of conversations with our research team, GiveWell CEO and co-founder Elie Hassenfeld and Program Officer Alice Redfern discuss our initial exploration into HIV/AIDS programming.
Choosing Care with Care: A Guide to the Right Caregiver — Diversability (mydiversability.com)
Members of the Diversability Leadership Collective share their top criteria for being supported by a caregiver.
The Ethical Minefield of Testing Infants for Incurable Diseases - The New York Times (nytimes.com)
Screening can now determine their risk for an ever-growing list of conditions — including ones we can’t do much about.
China’s grip on the global pharmaceuticals industry is exposed by Trump’s tariff threat | CNN Business (edition.cnn.com)
Trump’s tariff threat exposes China’s tight grip on the global pharmaceuticals industry
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My name is John Adoyi. I'm a blind journalist. When you don’t build tech for people like me, you’re losing money.
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Los Angeles Unveils Venue Plan for 2028 Paralympic Games
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'NHL in ASL' to return for 2025 Stanley Cup Final | NHL.com (nhl.com)
Alternate telecast for the Deaf and hard of hearing available on Max in U.S., Sportsnet+ in Canada
Role Reversal: Millions of Kids Are Caregivers for Elders. Why Their Numbers Might Grow. - California Healthline (californiahealthline.org)
As state officials anticipate Medicaid funding cuts that could strip resources for those with disabilities and chronic health conditions, an army of unpaid caregivers waits in the wings: children. At least 5.4 million kids are estimated to be caring for family members at home, a number likely to rise if Medicaid cuts hit professional home-based services.
ABC is looking for storytellers for International Day of People with Disability - ABC News (abc.net.au)
If you are an emerging content maker or journalist with disability and have a story to tell, now is your chance to work with the ABC to tell it.
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With help from AI, nonverbal actors star in 'Sensorium Ex' opera : NPR (npr.org)
The team behind Sensorium Ex worked for five years to develop sophisticated technology that uses artificial intelligence and vocal sampling to create an expressive voice.
Do Patients Without a Terminal Illness Have the Right to Die? - The New York Times (nytimes.com)
Paula Ritchie wasn’t dying, but under Canada’s new rules, she qualified for a medically assisted death. Was that kindness or cruelty?
Exclusive: CDC expert resigns from COVID vaccines advisory role, sources say | Reuters (reuters.com)
Pediatric infectious disease expert Dr. Lakshmi Panagiotakopoulos of the U.S. CDC resigned on Tuesday as co-leader of a working group that advises outside experts on COVID-19 vaccines and is leaving the agency, two sources familiar with the move told Reuters.
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Federal health officials have changed the game for COVID vaccine access. Pregnant moms and others who rely on them to protect a high-risk family member are scared.
Two Patients Faced Chemo. The One Who Survived Demanded a Test To See if It Was Safe. - KFF Health News (kffhealthnews.org)
Worried that President Donald Trump’s FDA might not act, a panel of cancer experts recommended that doctors consider testing before dosing patients with a commonly used but sometimes deadly cancer drug. It came too late for many patients.
Health care mess at Commerce prompts questions from House Democrat : NPR (npr.org)
Commerce Department employees who were fired, reinstated, and fired again learned belatedly that their health insurance has been cut off. Some had already racked up thousands in medical bills.
Beyond words: Korean movies that spotlight the deaf experience through KSL | allkpop (allkpop.com)
From the earliest days of Korean cinema, filmmakers have utilized Korean Sign Language (KSL) as a powerful storytelling tool, crafting emotionally re…
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The Recording Academy has elected its National Officers and 19 leaders to the 2025-2027 Board of Trustees.
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Volunteers work to make books more accessible to vision-impaired Minnesotans (cbsnews.com)
Volunteers working with the State of Minnesota are making all sorts of books more accessible to blind and vision-impaired Minnesotans. Using braille and audiobooks, photojournalist Tony Peterson shows the effort to convert textbooks, training manuals and novels.
'Telethons' book likely to disrupt notions about charitable giving and disabled people (news.sfsu.edu)
During the second half of the 20th century, millions of Americans gathered around their televisions during weekend-long, celebrity-studded variety shows that raised billions of dollars for disability-related charities.
Hollywood Studios Say No Law Requires Captioning of All Song Lyrics in Movies (hollywoodreporter.com)
Disney, Warner Bros. and others are facing a civil rights lawsuit from those with hearing disabilities.
Bus Services Bill aims to protect socially necessary services (bususers.org)
As the Bus Services Bill reaches is second reading in the House of Commons, Heidi Alexander MP, Secretary of State for Transport and Simon Lightwood MP, Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Local Transport have outlined how the Bill will seek to protect socially necessary services.
THE LIFE IMPOSSIBLE PAPERBACK IS OUT IN THE UK (matthaig.com)
The remarkable new Sunday Times bestselling novel from the author of the international sensation The Midnight Library.
2025 Summer Book List for Young Readers: Stories That Welcome Every Kid - Kids Included Together (kit.org)
Explore KIT’s 2025 Summer Book List with inclusive stories and a free discussion guide to spark empathy and understanding.
The Allure of Stem Cell Therapy (nytimes.com)
Stem cells can fight disease from the inside out. But not all treatments are created equal.
Preventing institutionalisation through EU Funding – the role of the new MFF (enil.eu)
Despite long-standing commitments, over 1.5 million people in Europe remain in institutions, often due to the lack of accessible, community-based services and preventative support for families. While EU funds have supported major progress in some countries—such as closing institutions and developing personal assistance and housing services—challenges persist. In some cases, EU funding has even contributed to maintaining institutional settings.
An Accessible 48 Hours in Honolulu, Hawaii (newmobility.com)
Hawaii is on almost everybody’s bucket list as a dream destination, but Honolulu is particularly special for wheelchair users because of its fantastic accessibility. From its wide sidewalks to public transportation to accessible taxi service and van rentals, and large number of hotels with accessible rooms, visitors with disabilities and family members who use wheelchairs can have a relaxing vacation in Honolulu knowing they’ll be able to engage in a variety of activities.
Failure is a Chance to Grow: Lessons from 35 Years as a Disabled Farmer (newmobility.com)
Six years after moving from California to Oregon in search of our dream of living on the land, my wife and I took a gamble — we purchased a small farm with no prior farming experience.
Assisted dying impact assessment to put price on enacting change in England and Wales (theguardian.com)
Long-awaited document, which could be published as soon as Friday, is expected to make difficult reading
Why Do We Undervalue the Lives of Disabled People? (disabledginger.com)
Ableism is why. Capitalism is why. A 'pull yourself up by your bootstraps' mentality is why. We can and must do better, and it starts with a commitment to stop debating a person's worth.
Gold vs. Goldfish – More on Ableism (anicazeyen.blog)
I’ve written about ableism before, but a recent encounter pushed me to speak up again. For those unfamiliar, ableism is a form of discrimination that places certain bodies and minds above others. It doesn’t just harm disabled people—it devalues anyone who doesn’t fit into a narrow definition of “normal” or “capable.”
On the Edge of High School: Moxie’s Next Big Step (meriahnichols.com)
Moxie starts high school soon. She’s going into General Special Ed again, but what that really means is still unclear. This post is about fear, hope, and the hard practice of letting go
Should We Test Babies for Incurable Diseases? (nytimes.com)
Screening can now determine their risk for an ever-growing list of conditions — including ones we can’t do much about.
An Airline Lost My Mom’s Wheelchair and Won’t Pay Up. Help! (nytimes.com)
Workers said the transport chair was sent to baggage claim. An AirTag later showed it miles away. Who’s at fault when checked items vanish from the carousel?
Next-Generation Aisle Chair is Ready for the Skies (wheelchairtravel.org)
Airchair II has more than an updated design — it brings new safety and comfort features that meet USDOT requirements.
Norwegian Fjords By Wheelchair: Cruising On P&O Iona With A Chronic Illness (lifeofpippa.co.uk)
On my 30th birthday last year, my best friend Izzy surprised the life out of me when she told me we’d be going to one of my bucket list destinations in 2025: the stunning Norwegian Fjords. We cruised for 7 nights on the P&O Iona in May of this year, and the whole experience was […]
Labour plans risk excluding disabled people from workforce, say arts leaders (theguardian.com)
National Theatre and RSC directors among signatories to letter decrying proposed changes to Access to Work scheme
A disabled mom’s message to parents: We all need help, and it’s OK to ask for it (wbhm.org)
Raising two kids while living with an autonomic nervous system disorder taught Jessica Slice to embrace interdependence. Her story is a reminder to parents of the power of asking for help.
Donald Trump's decades-long obsession with eugenics (motherjones.com)
A timeline of the president's thoughts on "good genes," IQ, and which disabled people should "just die."
Ringside seat on a therapy session (bbc.co.uk)
And why you can’t get an accessible taxi after 6pm in Northern Ireland
Pickleball Is Scoring Points With Wheelchair Users (newmobility.com)
Combining elements of tennis, badminton and Ping-Pong, pickleball is the fastest growing sport in America. This fast-paced paddle sport has been around for 60 years but surged in popularity during the…
Can Hypnosis Help Manage MS Symptoms? (trippingonair.com)
Can hypnosis help manage MS symptoms? I tried Reveri app and Dr. Spiegel's self-hypnosis techniques for multiple sclerosis to find out.
New Horizons for Leaders with Sight Loss (pocklington.org.uk)
Today, 4 June 2025, marks the dawn of an exciting new chapter for leaders with lived experience of sight loss. New Horizons, delivered by Hult Ashridge Executive Education, a pioneering leadership programme, is set to empower these leaders with the skills and confidence to accelerate their careers, fostering a more diverse and inclusive leadership landscape.
iPhone Native Speech-to-Text for the ADHD Deafie (Yes! That's Me!) (meriahnichols.com)
As a deaf person with ADHD, I rely on speech-to-text apps to stay connected—but often forget to open or download them when I need them most. That’s why I love built-in transcription tools like Apple’s Live Captions and Google’s Live Transcribe. They’re simple, free, and always ready—no scrambling required. With just a swipe or a tap, I can access real-time captions wherever I am. It’s not perfect, but it makes everyday life more accessible, less stressful, and a whole lot smoother.
My mentor and friend died suddenly while I was at work. The memory of his kindness kept me going | Ranjana Srivastava (theguardian.com)
After a serious stroke, Mike’s friends rallied around, helping to bring some joy back into his life. His death came as a shock
RFK Wants to Send People to ‘Wellness Farms.’ The US Already Tried That. (teenvogue.com)
RFK said Americans “addicted” to opioids, antidepressants, and stimulants should be sent to “wellness farms."
RFK Jr. says he'll fix the overdose crisis. Critics say his plan is risky (npr.org)
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. survived heroin addiction and says that if confirmed as head of the Department of Health and Human Services, he'll build treatment "farms" to help people recover.
Special Commission on State Institutions Reports (mass.gov)
See below for SCSI reports
From Lived Experience to Systemic Change: Disability-Inclusive Emergency Planning (wid.org)
I’m a 27-year-old woman, a wheelchair user, and a service dog handler. I’ve been disabled since birth. I grew up in a world that wasn’t built with people like me in mind. From a young age, advocacy wasn’t a choice—it was a necessity. I had to speak up, push boundaries, and demand inclusion just to access what others took for granted.
Virgin Atlantic apologises after using Level 2 BSL signer for ‘infantilising’ TV ad (liamodell.com)
Virgin Atlantic has apologised after it used a hearing employee with a Level 2 qualification in British Sign Language (BSL) to sign its latest TV advert – a move which sparked criticism from the deaf community.
Getting Around: What blind and partially sighted people told us (rnib.org.uk)
The way people in the UK travel is changing rapidly with more pavement obstacles, reduced bus services, and a rise in e-scooters and e-bikes. For blind and partially sighted people, these changes can be exhausting and dangerous. More than half of people with sight loss tell RNIB they want to go out more than they currently do.
Disability campaigner (tiktok.com)
Disability campaigner accuses Network Rail staff of trying to lecture her on disability law, while refusing to deploy a ramp.
Social Model of Disability (disabilitywales.org)
This toolkit has been developed to explain the social model and gives insight into how we can all use the social model in not only our daily lives but also how organisations can implement it.
Disability activist left stuck after train staff 'refused to get ramp' (dailymail.co.uk)
Anna Landre, 25, a wheelchair user, was banned from boarding any trains from Liverpool Street Station on May 18 and eventually forced to return home.
Wheelchair user misses train and branded ‘rude’ by station staff (independent.co.uk)
The 26-year-old PhD student said she faces ‘access roulette’ on public transport and has been forgotten about on trains and left without a ramp when disembarking
Wheelchair user missed train at Liverpool Street after staff 'refused to assist her' (standard.co.uk)
Network Rail have apologised to Anna Landre following the incident
‘Rude’ Network Rail staff refused to help disabled woman board train (telegraph.co.uk)
Anna Landre accused the workers of trying to ‘lecture’ her on how disability law works during the incident, which left her in tears
Thirst, Coffee, and Contracts: The Real Test of Business Accessibility (accessiblelink.substack.com)
Why Accessible Procurement Matters