Accessibility
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Conversations That Matter: Breaking Down Barriers for a More Inclusive Tomorrow
In a world that’s increasingly embracing diversity, accessibility has become a pivotal word, and for good reason. Canadian Paralympian Joel Dembe asserts that “being accessible is essential when creating a strong and inclusive workplace and society. And it’s good business. It’s good business in so many ways – namely, it’s good for the bottom line.”…
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WordPress Accessibility Day Secures Nonprofit Status for Annual Event, Calls for Speakers and Sponsors
In the ever-evolving digital landscape, ensuring accessibility is of paramount importance, especially for websites and online platforms. WP Accessibility Day, an annual event dedicated to promoting web accessibility in WordPress, has reached a significant milestone by securing nonprofit status. This exciting development not only demonstrates the event’s commitment to its mission but also opens up…
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Airline Seat Prototype Could Change Travel for Wheelchair Users
In a world that constantly seeks to break down barriers and promote inclusivity, the travel industry has long been grappling with the challenge of accommodating wheelchair users. However, a groundbreaking airline seat prototype is set to revolutionize the way individuals with mobility challenges experience air travel. Developed with the aim of providing enhanced comfort, safety,…
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When an Accessible Hotel ‘Reservation’ Doesn’t Guarantee Anything
For individuals with disabilities, finding accessible accommodations while traveling is not just a matter of convenience—it’s a necessity. Many hotels claim to offer accessible rooms and facilities, but the reality often falls short of guests expectations. Despite making an accessible hotel reservation, guests frequently encounter challenges and disappointments upon arrival. This issue highlights the need…
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Corima Carbon: Elevating Everyday Wheelchair Wheels with Cutting-Edge Technology
For individuals who rely on wheelchairs for mobility, having the right set of wheels can make all the difference in terms of comfort, performance, and overall independence. Enter Corima Carbon, a leading innovator in wheelchair wheel technology. With their state-of-the-art carbon fiber everyday wheelchair wheels, Corima is revolutionizing the wheelchair industry by offering a remarkable…
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Disability Media Network A New Streaming Source For Authentic Disability Content
Representation in the media is powerful for minority groups. Seeing stories on screen that reflect your experience can offer comfort, validation and hope to a person struggling. However, when compared to other minority groups, authentic disability stories can be something that is hard to find. A new streaming service, Disability Media Network (DiMe for short),…
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Judy Heumann, ‘mother of the disability rights movement,’ dead at 75
I just read an article from the CBC News about the passing of Judy Heumann yesterday at the age of 75. She was said to be the “mother of the disability rights movement”. Judy was born December 18, 1947, and at the age of 18 months contracted Polio. It was from this point that she…
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WP Community Collective Names Alex Stine as First Accessibility Fellow
The newly formed nonprofit organization WP Community Collective (WPCC), is dedicated to funding individual WordPress contributors and various community-led initiatives and now has announced its first Accessibility Fellow. The first Accessibility Fellow is Alex Stine, he is a fully blind individual contributor who has been working with the WordPress Accessibility team since 2016, and is…
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6 Types of #WheelchairProblems That Are All Too Common
I was checking out things on social media and came across an article written by Helen Schwab on the odyssey online website at https://www.theodysseyonline.com Odyssey Odyssey’s mission is to affect positive social change by inviting people to share their perspectives, sharpen their opinions, and participate in meaningful conversations with others surrounding the topics they care…
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State of the Word 2022: A Celebration of the Four Freedoms of Open Source
WordPress belongs to all of us, but really we’re taking care of it for the next generation.” Matt Mullenweg A small audience of WordPress contributors, developers, and extenders gathered on December 15 for the annual State of the Word keynote from WordPress co-founder Matt Mullenweg. Those who could not join in person joined via livestream, of…