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fromInfoQ
2 weeks ago

Making Augmented Reality Accessible: A Case Study of Lens in Maps

One in four 20-year-olds may become disabled before retirement due to various causes.
Public health
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

UK taskforce calls for disability training for all airline and airport staff

Mandatory training in disability and accessibility awareness for airline and airport staff is essential to improve travel for disabled passengers.
#parenting
Parenting
fromtime.com
5 months ago

I'm a Disabled Woman. Is That My Brand?

Navigating questions about disability in front of a child requires intention and thoughtfulness.
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Health
fromIrish Independent
3 weeks ago

Minister Patrick O'Donovan thought he might die after collapse in Dail

Mr O'Donovan revealed his struggles with epilepsy after collapsing during a speech in Dail chamber.
UK news
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
1 month ago

EastEnders star suspended by BBC after disabled slur on Strictly set

Actor's offensive remark about Blackpool residents reflects unacceptable attitudes toward disabled people.
The BBC condemns the language used by Borthwick, reaffirming their commitment to inclusivity.
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 months ago

Portrait of warrior: Timothy Brown

Timothy Brown finds community and purpose in wheelchair rugby and adaptive sports after losing his limbs in an IED explosion.
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 months ago

Music teacher helps kids of all abilities find their rhythm

Everyone can make music, regardless of challenges.
Rubato School of Music promotes inclusivity in music education.
#autism
fromPoynter
3 months ago
NYC parents

RFK Jr. exaggerated the severity of autism in remarks about rising diagnoses - Poynter

fromPoynter
3 months ago
NYC parents

RFK Jr. exaggerated the severity of autism in remarks about rising diagnoses - Poynter

more#autism
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

Forced Intimacy: How Prying Questions Can Cause Harm

Belo emphasized that every time someone asks about his blindness, it threatens to drag him back into traumatic memories of that night, stirring emotions he struggles to confront.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

Rethinking How We See and Support Children with Disabilities

"People who go to the resource room aren't good at anything. I want to be good at something." This statement from Maria epitomizes the harm done by negative perceptions of children with developmental differences.
Mental health
#inclusion
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
4 months ago
Right-wing politics

Slashing Programs That Help People with Disabilities Is a Nod to Eugenics

The author reflects on their experiences with people with disabilities, highlighting society's evolving attitude towards inclusion and support.
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

I focus on the person, not the disability': the photographer on a mission to make India inclusive

Bhikram Bhattarai's story highlights resilience and creativity in overcoming disabilities, showcasing how individuals pursue their passions regardless of challenges.
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

I focus on the person, not the disability': the photographer on a mission to make India inclusive

Bhikram Bhattarai's story highlights resilience and creativity in overcoming disabilities, showcasing how individuals pursue their passions regardless of challenges.
more#inclusion
Right-wing politics
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

Dem Rep. Jasmine Crockett insults Texas Gov. Greg Abbott for using wheelchair in latest nasty gaffe

Crockett's remark about Gov. Abbott's wheelchair received a mix of laughter and backlash, highlighting ongoing tensions in political discourse.
Humor
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago

Miss Manners: Is my co-worker's public food' rule a real thing?

Communication misunderstandings can arise from invisible disabilities like hearing loss, and it's important to address judgments about someone's behavior in these contexts.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

NJ bus aide who was on phone as disabled 6-year-old strangled herself sentenced to 3 years

A New Jersey school bus aide was sentenced to three years in prison for child endangerment leading to the death of a disabled girl.
fromIrish Independent
5 months ago

Dublin girl with rare skin disease excited to go to secondary school

It's an enormous milestone in any child's life, starting secondary school, let alone for someone living with EB.
Education
fromMedium
5 months ago

We're all going to need accessibility affordances one day

User experience designers must prioritize aging populations, creating accessible interfaces and acknowledging that disability will become a normal part of life for many.
UX design
fromwww.bbc.com
7 months ago

Gig staff eject disabled man they thought was drunk

Disabled individuals face misunderstandings about their medical conditions, which can lead to unfair treatment.
The O2 Arena is reviewing staff training after an incident involving a disabled man being mistaken for intoxication.
fromNew York Post
8 months ago

Sick 'Wicked' fans troll movie's disabled actress - before she hits back: 'Low-hanging fruit'

Marissa Bode advocates for sensitivity towards disability representation following backlash over her role in 'Wicked'.
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
10 months ago

Man with facial disfigurement asked to leave restaurant as he was 'scaring customers'

Mr. Bromley expressed his incredulity about being asked to leave a restaurant before even ordering, stating, "I hadn't even sat down... I asked him to repeat himself."
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