Judy Heumann, Pioneering Disability Rights Activist, Takes Spotlight in “Crip Camp”

June 4, 2021 / by BBG Security / All, International

She’s considered the mother of disability rights – and she’s a ‘badass’ Read more at https://www.accessibilitynewsinternational.com/judy-heumann-pioneering-disability-rights-activist-takes-spotlight-in-crip-camp/

How People With Disabilities are Sticking Together During COVID-19

June 2, 2021 / by BBG Security / All, International

I asked my mom about what happened when the doctors first told her about my disability. “They gave me a pamphlet,” she said, one that was 15 years out of date, and offered no advice on what we were supposed to do next. Read more athttps://www.accessibilitynewsinternational.com/how-people-with-disabilities-are-sticking-together-during-covid-19/ Related

‘Grave’ Safety Concerns From Accessibility Advocates Could Stop London Rollout of e-Scooters

June 1, 2021 / by BBG Security / All, aoda.

A pilot project that would bring e-scooter sharing to London streets got a rough ride from city hall’s Accessibility Advisory Committee (AAC). Read more athttps://aoda.ca/grave-safety-concerns-from-accessibility-advocates-could-stop-london-rollout-of-e-scooters/ Related

Candy-like Models Could Make Science More Accessible to visually Impaired Students

June 1, 2021 / by BBG Security / All, Blind, International

A groundbreaking study by Bryan Shaw, Ph.D., professor of chemistry and biochemistry at Baylor University, aims to use small, candy-like models to make science more accessible to the blind or visually impaired. Read more athttps://www.accessibilitynewsinternational.com/candy-like-models-could-make-science-more-accessible-to-visually-impaired-students/ Related

What’s Wrong With Quick-Fix Products For Digital Accessibility?

May 28, 2021 / by BBG Security / All, International

Let’s get straight to the point: There’s no quick fix for making your digital experiences accessible. That’s true even if your approach to accessibility is narrowly focused on being compliant with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) and the laws in your region of the world. Read more athttps://www.accessibilitynewsinternational.com/whats-wrong-with-quick-fix-products-for-digital-accessibility/ Related

Save-On-Foods Apologizes to B.C. Man After Accessibility Features Removed From Shopping App

May 28, 2021 / by BBG Security / All, International

Many people are relying on online shopping during the pandemic. A convenient and safe way to get groceries. For blind and visually impaired consumers it’s even more critical. Read more athttps://www.accessibilitynewsinternational.com/save-on-foods-apologizes-to-b-c-man-after-accessibility-features-removed-from-shopping-app/ Related

Will BC’s Landmark New Legislation Adequately Address Disability Rights?

May 27, 2021 / by BBG Security / All, International

MLA Stephanie Cadieux has mixed feelings about a British Columbia government bill aimed at improving accessibility for people with disabilities. “It’s a much-needed start, and I’m happy about that,” she said. “I’m disappointed that it doesn’t go deeper faster.” Read more athttps://www.accessibilitynewsinternational.com/will-bcs-landmark-new-legislation-adequately-address-disability-rights/ Related

KKR Makes $55 Million Investment in eSSENTIAL Accessibility

May 26, 2021 / by BBG Security / All, International

Leading Digital Accessibility Platform drives Greater Inclusion of People with Disabilities Read more at https://www.accessibilitynewsinternational.com/kkr-makes-55-million-investment-in-essential-accessibility/

Microsoft Takes Aim At The ‘Disability Divide’

May 26, 2021 / by BBG Security / All, International

Technology-giant Microsoft is promising big steps in the coming years to make its products and workplace even more accessible and inclusive to people with disabilities. Read more athttps://www.accessibilitynewsinternational.com/microsoft-takes-aim-at-the-disability-divide/ Related

Corporate Canada, It’s Time to Look Beyond Ramps and Elevators

May 24, 2021 / by BBG Security / All, International

Canadians with disabilities have long faced significant barriers to employment. Now, more than a year into the major economic and social tsunami of COVID-19, those barriers have been exacerbated. Read more athttps://www.accessibilitynewsinternational.com/corporate-canada-its-time-to-look-beyond-ramps-and-elevators/ Related

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