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Disability Rights and HistoryDisability rights have been a long effort in America, particularly in the last hundred years and while it has been the cumulative effort of thousands of people, few advocates have made such an impact
Disability Rights and HistoryThe Americans with Disabilities Act is an important piece of disability rights legislation in the United States. The Act was signed in 1990. It grants a number of protections for people with disabilit
Visual and Media AccessibilityWhen you’re planning a conference, it's important to ensure everyone that attends is able to get the most out of the experience. You’re likely working hard to provide great speakers and event content,
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Living with DisabilityModern consumers are a diverse group increasingly made up of discerning and conscientious individuals who are passionate about their values and standards. Within that context, business owners often fi
GeneralSocial relationships are a critical aspect of life as a human being, and the effect that the COVID-19 pandemic has had on the social lives of people around the world has made that more apparent than e
Living with DisabilityAs researchers learn more about the nature of ASD and begin to identify previously overlooked signs and symptoms, increasingly more individuals find themselves falling on the spectrum of Autism. This
Workplace and EmploymentSometimes awareness months struggle to make an impact. On the other hand, on occasion, an awareness month can create the impetus for one of the largest software brands in the world to commission a sur
Visual and Media AccessibilityVideo has become a massive platform for communication across the globe. It only takes a few minutes to upload content to YouTube, share videos on TikTok, or film messages for Instagram and Facebook.
GeneralAmerica is fast approaching the second anniversary of the COVID-19 pandemic. Over the past two years, many people have learned to live with the Coronavirus through remote work, limited event sizes, an
Workplace and EmploymentDespite calls for increased levels of diversity and inclusion, men still dominate leadership positions. In particular, white men without disabilities are the most common demographic in the United Stat
Laws and RegulationsOh, for flying out loud − airlines have to be told to effectively communicate with passengers. Despite the protections provided by the Air Carrier Access Act prohibiting discrimination on the basis of
Awareness Days and ObservancesThe global accessibility conversation evolves and expands every day. As we continue to strive for a more accessible world, some of the globe’s top companies have now banded together to push those effo
Laws and RegulationsWhile the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is the most comprehensive piece of disability rights legislation in the United States, it is not the only federal law that protects people with disabili
Laws and RegulationsSenators Maggie Hassan (D-NH) and Marco Rubio (R-FL) recently introduced a bill that would prevent discrimination against people with disabilities when it comes to organ transplants. The Charlotte Woo
Education and LearningFederal law requires children with disabilities to be educated in the least restrictive environment (LRE), as outlined in The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) . The goal of this regu
Living with DisabilitySome people feel uncomfortable when engaging with coworkers and acquaintances with disabilities. The discomfort comes from well-meaning individuals who want to be inclusive, which means they overcorre
Assistive TechnologiesWhether we realize it or not, nearly everyone utilizes some sort of “ assistive technology ” on a daily basis. This can range from eyeglasses and pill cases to hearing aids and prosthetic limbs. Howev
Media and RepresentationThe last couple of years have seen a significant increase in athlete-led podcasts, particularly in basketball. JJ Reddick’s "The Old Man and the Three," Matt Barnes and Stephen Jackson’s "All the Smok
Living with DisabilityWhen it comes to the D/deaf and hard-of-hearing community, it can be challenging to understand the differences in ability and culture. We review each in article one of our D/deaf/hard-of-hearing serie
Disability Rights and HistoryOn December 3, 2021, we celebrate International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD) and the 40th anniversary of its inception. We look back at the history behind IDPD, the barriers that have been
Disability Rights and HistoryJohn Michael Griffin, Publisher of Accessibility.com, sits down with Nakiyemba Shamim, Disability Rights Advocate from Kampala, Uganda.
