Disability
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The importance of accessibility in WordPress
In the dynamic landscape of website development, creating an inclusive online space is no longer an option but a necessity. Accessibility in WordPress has emerged as a pivotal aspect, reshaping the way we build and design websites. As we delve into the digital era, it becomes extremely important to understand the significance of accessibility and…
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No Limbits: Adaptive Clothing
Introduction In a world where diversity and inclusivity are becoming increasingly crucial, the fashion industry has taken strides to redefine beauty standards and empower individuals from all walks of life. One such revolutionary player in this arena is the inspiring clothing company, No Limbits. Born out of a passion for celebrating diversity and embracing uniqueness,…
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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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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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10 Ways To Be A Good Ally To Disabled People
I recently discovered a blog post on facebook by Shona Louise posted on the site she might be which is the UK’s first completely fat-positive, online community where they have bloggers posting on a wide range of topics including beauty, plus size fashion, sex, events, body positivity, mental health, disabilities, wellbeing, family, weddings, swimwear, accessories,…
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Active Living & Fun
The variety of adaptive activities available for people with disabilities is impressive, these examples are from the United States but I’ve been able to find information from Ontario, Canada, where I’m from, and have applied that here in this article, but I’m sure they apply all over the world. While you may have to do…
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International wheelchair day
What Is International Wheelchair Day International Wheelchair Day is today (March 1st) and is an annual day of events and activities which take place around the World when wheelchair users celebrate the positive impact a wheelchair has on their lives. Since it was first launched in 2008, celebrations have taken place around the world in…
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ADA 31st Anniversary
Today marks a big day in history for the United States of America (USA). It was on this day back in 1990 that then president George H.W. Bush signed into law the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The ADA The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) (42 U.S.C.§ 12101) is a civil rights law that prohibits discrimination based on disability. It affords similar protections…
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International day of acceptance
What is IDOA? The International Day of Acceptance, which is celebrated every January 20th, is a day dedicated to social acceptance of disability and to honour the late Annie Hopkins, who founded 3E Love and was the creator of the International Symbol of Acceptance. Annie passed away on January 20, 2009, from unexpected complications to…