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Access Information News for Monday, April 28, 2025 – Volume 1012

Published April 28, 2025 by Access Information News

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A.) Phoenix Mom Leads Push To Recall Arizona GOP Leaders Over Disability Services Cuts | 12News.com | April 18, 2025

Disability advocates launched a recall effort against Arizona House Speaker Steve Montenegro and three other Republican lawmakers, accusing them of delaying $122 million in funding and pushing for cuts to services for individuals with developmental disabilities.

B.) With Her New Book, Unfit Parent, Jessica Slice Upends Assumptions About Disability And Motherhood | Vogue.com | April 17, 2025

Jessica Slice’s book ‘Unfit Parent’ challenges societal norms by amplifying the experiences of disabled mothers, advocating for a more inclusive understanding of parenting.

C.) Michigan Parents Of Students With Disabilities Feel ‘Hopeless’ As Civil Rights Cases Remain In Limbo | ChalkBeat.org | April 15, 2025

Federal cuts have stalled hundreds of civil rights investigations, leaving Michigan parents frustrated as children with disabilities, like George Finley Jr., struggle without promised educational support.

D.) American Airlines Faces Backlash For Mishandling Wheelchair Of Paralyzed Passenger, Igniting Calls For Stricter Airline Accessibility Standards | TravelAndTourWworld.com | April 12, 2025

After mishandling the wheelchair of a paralyzed man on a flight from Hawaii to Phoenix, American Airlines faces strong public criticism and renewed calls for improved accessibility standards for disabled passengers.

E.) UK: Paul Challinor: Why I Created Deaf Careers — A New Job Site By And For The Deaf Community | LimpingChicken.com | April 15, 2025

Paul Challinor launched Deaf Careers, a job platform specifically designed for the Deaf community in the UK, addressing the lack of BSL and accessibility on mainstream job sites.

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7.) From Better Arguments to Bold Action: Introducing the Leaders Guiding The ISDI and the 2025 Northwest Diversity Learning Series (NWDLS) | DrKirkAdams.com | April 28, 2025

Dr. Kirk Adams outlines how The Institute for Sustainable Diversity & Inclusion (ISDI) Board’s 2025 Northwest Diversity Learning Series (NWDLS) equips leaders with Better Arguments to drive sustainable DEI success. Meet the six changemakers and join the series.

8.) 57 Percent Missing: The National Survey Seeking the Voices of Unemployed, Legally Blind Job-Seekers | DrKirkAdams.com | April 28, 2025

Here Dr. Kirk Adams shines a spotlight on the 57 percent of working-age Americans who are legally blind yet missing from the labor force. Dr. Adams unpacks the hard numbers, dismantles common myths, and introduces the groundbreaking Workforce Engagement Survey — a nationwide effort to hear directly from those who’ve stopped looking for work. Readers will learn why these untold stories matter to business, policy, and technology — and how completing or sharing the survey can help turn sidelined talent into a powerhouse of inclusion and innovation.

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9.) Canada: How Accessible Are Workplaces In Canada | Donna Jodhan | BarrierFreeCanada.org | April 26, 2025

Barrier Free Canada explores the current landscape of workplace accessibility across Canada, highlighting persistent physical, digital, and cultural barriers that hinder full inclusion for employees with disabilities.

10.) Podcast: In The Kitchen With Vision Loss | Hadley Presents: A Conversation with the Experts | April 26, 2025

Debra Erickson, founder of The Blind Kitchen, shares her journey of overcoming fear in the kitchen after vision loss and finding a renewed passion for cooking.

11.) What Friends & Family Need To Know About Guide Dog Teams | PineTreeGuideDogUsers.org | April 26, 2025

This new tip sheet from Pine Tree Guide Dog Users offers guidance for family and friends to better understand and support guide dog handlers by helping them avoid common frustrations.

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12.) Supercharge Your Bottom Line TDI: April 24, 2025: Mai Ling Chan, CCC-SLP, PMP, Founder, Exceptional Leaders Network | DrKirkAdams.com | April 24, 2025

Dr. Kirk Adams interviews Mai Ling Chan, a speech-language pathologist turned tech entrepreneur, discussing her journey, the mission of the Exceptional Leaders Network, and strategies for translating disability inclusion into revenue growth and market differentiation for organizations.

13.) Texas Senate Passes Bill That Would Nearly Double Property Tax Exemption For Seniors, People With Disabilities | CommunityImpact.com | April 24, 2025

The Texas Senate has passed Senate Bill 23, which would increase property tax exemptions for seniors and people with disabilities to $200,000, potentially saving them about $950 annually on school district property taxes.

14.) Young IVDU Inventors Tackle Accessibility At CIJE’s Hackathon, Featuring Yachad | Ou.org | April 24, 2025

IVDU students, alongside peers from 19 Jewish schools, participated in CIJE’s hackathon in Brooklyn, creating innovative solutions for accessibility challenges in collaboration with Yachad, an organization supporting Jewish individuals with disabilities.

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15.) New All-Terrain Wheelchair Aims To Make Lexington Nature Sanctuary More Accessible | WKYT.com | April 23, 2025

The Raven Run Nature Sanctuary in Lexington has introduced the Action Trackchair, an all-terrain wheelchair that enables individuals with mobility challenges to navigate and enjoy rugged hiking trails previously inaccessible to them.

16.) Canada: Mayor Defends City’s Handling Of Accessibility Concerns | GuelphToday.com | April 23, 2024

Guelph Mayor Cam Guthrie emphasized the city’s commitment to accessibility, asserting that while advocates’ input is valued, council decisions must balance multiple considerations.

17.) Woman With Disability Says Wheelchair Assistance Failed Her At Atlanta Airport | 11Alive.com | April 23, 2025

Liz Venendaal, a traveler with cerebral palsy, reported being left stranded without timely wheelchair assistance during a connection at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, prompting calls for improvements in the assistance system.

18.) Canada: An Advocacy Group Questions Whether N.L. Will Keep Promise To Create A Disability Advocate | CBC.ca | April 23, 2025

The Coalition of Persons with Disabilities is calling on Newfoundland and Labrador’s government to fulfill its promise to establish a disability advocate office similar to the province’s seniors’ advocate.

19.) UK: York City Council’s X Boycott Faces Accessibility Backlash | BBC.com | April 23, 2025

York City Council’s decision to leave social media platform X over concerns about misinformation and divisive content has drawn criticism for potentially reducing accessibility to public communications.

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20.) UK: Better Concert Accessibility Promised After Talks | BBC.com | April 22, 2025

After accessibility issues at past concerts in Lincoln, organizers are working with advocates to improve facilities such as stage visibility, accessible toilets, and safer pathways for disabled attendees.

21.) FTC Approves Final Order Requiring AccessiBe To Pay $1 Million | FTC.gov | April 22, 2025

The Federal Trade Commission finalized an order requiring accessiBe to pay $1 million after finding the company made misleading claims that its accessWidget plug-in could ensure websites were fully WCAG-compliant.

22.) Making Ride Hailing, Bike Shares And Other Transportation Options Accessible To All | SmithsonianMag.com | April 22, 2025

While shared mobility services are booming in cities, people with disabilities, seniors, low-income individuals, and those without smartphones or credit cards often face significant barriers to accessing these transportation options.

23.) California Man Designed Mount For Wheelchair-Accessible Self-Checkout | KMPH.com | April 22, 2025

Steve Taylor from Porterville has created a mounting device that adapts self-checkout kiosks for wheelchair users, aiming to improve shopping accessibility and make stores more inclusive across the Central Valley and beyond.

24.) FTC Approves Final Order Requiring Accessibe To Pay $1 Million | FTC.gov | April 22, 2025

The Federal Trade Commission finalized a consent order requiring AccessiBe Inc. and AccessiBe Ltd. to pay $1 million for deceptive claims that their AI-powered accessWidget could make any website compliant with Web Content Accessibility Guidelines. The order prohibits the company from making such claims without substantiation and from misrepresenting endorsements or reviews as independent when they are not.

25.) Empowering Voices: The Transformative Power Of Disability Disclosure In The Workplace | DrKirkAdams.com | April 22, 2025

Dr. Kirk Adams highlights how creating environments that encourage disability disclosure fosters belonging, drives innovation, and strengthens entire organizations, while emphasizing that true inclusion is both a moral and strategic advantage in today’s workforce.

26.) Empowering Voices: The Transformative Power of Disability Disclosure in the Workplace | Dr. Kirk Adams | April 22, 2025

Every workplace has untold stories — stories of individuals balancing professional demands while navigating personal challenges, often in silence. Disability disclosure is one of these stories, and for many, it carries weight beyond words.

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27.) NJ Transit Riders With Disabilities Call For Accessibility Improvements | NewJersey.News12.com | April 21, 2025

Riders with disabilities are demanding faster improvements to New Jersey Transit’s train stations, citing long-term issues like broken elevators and escalators that make travel extremely difficult for those with mobility challenges.

28.) The State Of Accessible Travel | TravelWeekly.com | April 21, 2025

A new DOT rule, the Safe and Dignified Assistance Standard, mandates airlines to properly train staff assisting wheelchair users, aiming to prevent injuries and ensure timely, undamaged return of assistive devices, with noncompliance violating the Air Carrier Access Act.

29.) Special Committee Would Give Disabled Veterans A Voice On Accessibility Challenges At VA Facilities | Stripes.com | April 21, 2025

Veterans advocacy groups are pushing for legislation that would create a committee to review and recommend improvements for accessibility challenges at VA facilities, including high check-in counters, inadequate parking, and non-adjustable exam tables.

30.) UK: How The London Underground Is Evolving In 2025: AI, Accessibility, And Safety | LondonDaily.news | April 21, 2025

Transport for London is modernizing the London Underground in 2025 by leveraging AI technology, enhancing safety measures, and implementing inclusive design to better serve millions of daily passengers.

31.) Unlike RFK Jr., I Don’t Want A Cure For My Son’s Autism | HuffPost.com | April 21, 2025

A mother reflects on her deep bond with her 14-year-old nonverbal son, emphasizing the unique ways they communicate and pushing back against calls to ‘cure’ autism, highlighting the importance of acceptance and understanding.

32.) Australia: Three Big Disability Issues The Next Government Needs To Address | ABC.net.au | April 21, 2025

As Australia’s federal election nears, disability advocates are pressing for urgent action on National Disability Insurance Scheme reforms and broader disability support policies neglected during the campaign.

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33.) Canada: Alberta’s Disability Advocate Calling On Provincial Gov’t To Create Accessibility Law | CBC.ca | April 20, 2025

Alberta’s disability advocate is urging the provincial government to enact an accessibility law, following recommendations outlined in a 2023 report that was obtained through a freedom of information request.

34.) What President Trump’s Department Of Education Closure Could Mean For Student Broadband Access | CNet.com | April 19, 2025

President Trump’s executive order to close the Department of Education could exacerbate the digital divide among K-12 students, potentially worsening the homework gap experienced during the pandemic without federal oversight on broadband access.

35.) Following Stroke, Staten Island Woman, 71, Sues NYCHA For Failing To Make Apartment Accessible | Silive.com | April 19, 2025

After suffering a stroke that left her partially paralyzed, Susan Bourne has filed a lawsuit against NYCHA, alleging it failed to provide necessary accessibility modifications or alternative housing to accommodate her needs.

36.) Ireland: A Young Mornington Man Has Teamed Up With A Comedian To Call Out Accessibility Barriers For Disabled People For A Bold New Campaign | MeathChronicle.ie | April 19, 2025

Conor McAuley and comedian Owen Colgan launched a social media campaign featuring wheelchair users and comedians to expose everyday accessibility challenges faced by people with disabilities.

37.) Australia: Gene Discovery Gives Dozens Of Australian Families Answers On ReNU Syndrome Disability | ABC.net.au | April 19, 2025

Australian researchers identified a genetic mutation linked to ReNU syndrome, offering dozens of families answers about a rare disorder causing severe intellectual and physical disabilities.

38.) ‘It’s Inhumane.’ Lack Of Accessibility At Dalton Municipal Buildings Has Residents Frustrated | BerkshireEagle.com | April 19, 2025

Residents of Dalton, including those who use wheelchairs, are voicing frustration over the inaccessibility of municipal buildings like Town Hall, the police station, and the library, calling for urgent improvements to meet accessibility standards.

39.) Canada: B.C. Voter With Hearing Loss Says Accessibility An Issue Despite Elections Canada’s Plans | CBC.ca | April 19, 2025

A deaf voter in Burnaby highlights ongoing accessibility challenges during elections, urging Elections Canada to improve services such as interpreter availability for in-person voting.

40.) On 50th Anniversary Of Wheelchair Division, Boston Marathon Also Emphasizes Accessibility For Spectators | WCVB.com | April 18, 2025

The Boston Marathon marks the 50th anniversary of its wheelchair division by introducing new Para Athletics Divisions and enhancing accessibility efforts for both runners and spectators of all abilities.

41.) Belgium: The EU-Funded Tomato Project Brings An Accessible Museum Experience Home Through Play | Eunews.it | April 18, 2025

The Tomato Project, funded by the European Union, offers an accessible museum experience at home, using interactive play to reach children and youth with physical, mental, or social disadvantages.

42.) Canada: Ontario Invests In More Inclusive, Accessible Communities With Funding For 37 Local Projects | TheSeeker.ca | April 18, 2025

Ontario is investing $1.5 million into 37 initiatives aimed at making communities more accessible and inclusive, supporting programs that enhance participation for people of all abilities.

43.) How The TAD Foundation Is Redefining Career Pathways For Blind Students In Corporate America: Applications Now Open: Deadline To Apply: April 30, 2025 | DrKirkAdams.com | April 17, 2025

The TAD Foundation has launched a transformative fellowship program aimed at empowering blind and low-vision students to thrive in corporate America, offering technical training, mentorship, and leadership development with a goal of scaling to 500 fellows and 100 corporate partners within five years.

44.) New Ms. Wheelchair Iowa Wants To Make Amusement Parks More Accessible | RadioIowa.com | April 17, 2025

Lisa Campbell of Tama has been crowned Ms. Wheelchair Iowa and plans to advocate for greater accessibility across the state, focusing on public spaces like amusement parks while attending parades, county fairs, and sporting events.

45.) Finding Family Through Epilepsy: One Man’s Story As Federal Cuts Threaten Support | Fox47.com | April 17, 2025

Amid looming federal cuts, a Madison leader shares how support groups and advocacy efforts from the Epilepsy Foundation of Wisconsin have helped him find strength and community after his epilepsy diagnosis.

46.) UK: Why Your Sleeping Position Is Shortening Your Life | Telegraph.co.uk | April 17, 2025

Sleep posture can significantly affect not only sleep quality but also long-term health, with poor positions potentially increasing risks for conditions like dementia and heart disease.

47.) The DOJ’s Withdrawal Of 11 ADA Guidance Documents: What It Means For Website And Mobile Accessibility | Accessibility.com | April 14, 2025

Accessibility.com explains that the U.S. Department of Justice’s withdrawal of 11 ADA guidance documents in March 2025 removes non-binding resources but does not alter legal obligations for digital accessibility. Organizations are urged to continue adhering to standards like WCAG 2.1 Level AA to ensure compliance and mitigate litigation risks.

48.) The ADA Now Has Regulations For Accessibility Of Web Content And Mobile Apps | TPGI.com | April 9, 2024

The United States Attorney General has signed a final rule establishing digital accessibility requirements under Title II of the ADA, setting deadlines in 2026 and 2027 for compliance with WCAG 2.1 AA standards for web content and mobile apps, while outlining specific exceptions for archived content and third-party posts.

49.) Vatican: Pope: Places, Mentalities Must Be More Receptive To People With Disabilities | NCROnline.org | November 28, 2023

Pope Francis emphasized the need to remove physical barriers and foster more inclusive attitudes toward people with disabilities, calling for programs that promote their full inclusion.

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April 28, 2025 through May 1, 2025 | VisionServe Alliance 2025 Leadership Conference | VisionServe Alliance

Join hundreds of leaders and their teams at VisionServe Alliance’s 2025 Leadership Conference in Scottsdale, Arizona, themed “Adapt and Thrive: Igniting Change in a Dynamic World.” Held at the DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Paradise Valley, the gathering features an extended keynote from Colin McLetchie of Five Ways Forward and two session tracks tackling topics like innovative advocacy, educational success, and holistic vision rehabilitation.

April 29, 2025 | Time’s Almost Up: The European Accessibility Act Is Nearly Here | TPGi

6:00 AM PT, 7:00 AM MT, 8:00 AM CT, 9:00 AM ET, 1:00 PM GMT
With just two months until the European Accessibility Act’s first deadline, this webinar helps organizations assess their compliance status, understand key EAA requirements across EU member states, and learn about potential penalties for noncompliance. Experts David Sloan, Mark Miller, and European tech lawyer Tom Gates will provide actionable steps and real-world examples to guide organizations toward compliance and turn looming deadlines into a strategic advantage.

April 29, 2024 | Strive Worldwide – Online Courses Teaching Independent Living Skills | Strive Worldwide

12:00 PM PT, 1:00 PM MT, 2:00 PM CT, 3:00 PM ET, 7:00 PM GMT
In this free, 30-minute Zoom session, Strive Worldwide provides an overview of its interactive and accessible online courses designed to teach independent living skills to individuals with intellectual disabilities. The session highlights course offerings like Money 101, Healthy Relationships, and Employment 102, and offers a preview of the learning experience, including twice-weekly Zoom classes and self-paced curriculum work.

April 29, 2024 | That All May eRead: April 2025 | NLS Bard Support

4:00 PM PT, 5:00 PM MT, 6:00 PM CT, 7:00 PM ET, 11:00 PM GMT
In this one-hour session from NLS BARD Support, eReader Program Updates will be discussed, followed by a Q&A on the NLS Braille eReader. Participants can join the live, recorded Zoom meeting to learn more and engage directly with the support team.

April 29, 2025 | Time’s Almost Up: The European Accessibility Act Is Nearly Here | TPGI

7:00 AM PT, 8:00 AM MT, 9:00 AM CT, 10:00 AM ET, 2:00 PM GMT
Join TPGi’s Mark Miller and David Sloan, alongside Reed Smith’s Tom Gates, for a practical, no-panic guide to assessing and enhancing your organization’s readiness for the European Accessibility Act. This session outlines key compliance requirements, potential penalties, and strategic benefits, offering clear, actionable insights just two months before the EAA’s first deadline.

April 30, 2024 | Strive Worldwide – Online Courses Teaching Independent Living Skills | Strive Worldwide

12:00 PM PT, 1:00 PM MT, 2:00 PM CT, 3:00 PM ET, 7:00 PM GMT
In this free, 30-minute Zoom session, Strive Worldwide provides an overview of its interactive and accessible online courses designed to teach independent living skills to individuals with intellectual disabilities. The session highlights course offerings like Money 101, Healthy Relationships, and Employment 102, and offers a preview of the learning experience, including twice-weekly Zoom classes and self-paced curriculum work.

April 30, 2025 | Alternative Text Creation — Interactive Session | Access Ingenuity

10:00 AM PT, 11:00 AM MT, 12:00 PM CT, 1:00 PM ET, 5:00 PM GMT
Rachel Reeves offers a practical, hands-on session on creating effective alternative text for images in digital content, with emphasis on clarity, relevance, and usability for assistive technology users.

April 30, 2025 | Free Monthly Zoom Book Club Discussion | Florida Outreach Center For The Blind, Inc.

12:00 PM PT, 1:00 PM MT, 2:00 PM CT, 3:00 PM ET, 7:00 PM GMT
Free monthly book club discussion on zoom. “The Edge” by David Baldacci. This audiobook can be found on BARD (Braille & Audio Reading Download). Copies of the book are being mailed out to anyone who does not use BARD and requests a copy. Download the book from BARD: DB117204. For more information: Sarah Smedley, Talking Books Manager, Palm Beach County Library System, 4289 Cherry Road, West Palm Beach, FL 33409; +1 (561) 649-5491 📱️. Join Zoom by phone: +1 (312) 626-6799 📱️. Meeting ID: 835 8160 5488. Passcode: 182630. Florida Outreach Center for the Blind, Inc. is a nonprofit /training facility where we offer FREE classes, in English, Spanish, Creole and French. Email: info_blind@bellsouth.net 📧️. Website: http://blindfocb.org

May 6, 2024 | The Windows Screen Reader Primer — 4th Edition Launch Webinar | The Carroll Center For The Blind

4:00 PM PT, 5:00 PM MT, 6:00 PM CT, 7:00 PM ET, 11:00 PM GMT
Join The Carroll Center for the Blind for the virtual launch of the fourth edition of The Windows Screen Reader Primer, authored by David Kingsbury. This free webinar highlights updates to the book and includes a live Q&A session with the author. Attendees will receive access to download the updated edition in Word and ePub formats.

May 7, 2025 | Gate Summit 2025: Accelerating Access To Assistive Technology | World Health Organization

The World Health Organization, in collaboration with UNICEF, hosts the fourth GATE Summit to drive global efforts in expanding equitable access to assistive technology. This hybrid event at WHO headquarters in Geneva will bring together key stakeholders to develop a consensus-driven global roadmap for investment and action, leveraging the WHO-GATE 5P framework and the ten recommendations from the WHO and UNICEF Global Report on Assistive Technology.

May 10, 2024 | Resources For Tech News, Live Assistance | Maryland State Library For The Blind And Print Disabled

8:00 AM PT, 9:00 AM MT, 10:00 AM CT, 11:00 AM ET, 3:00 PM GMT
The Maryland State Library for the Blind and Print Disabled hosts a Technology User Group session focused on accessing technology news, live assistance, and tools for assistive technology. This one-hour program celebrates TUG’s 18th anniversary and offers insights for tech enthusiasts, caregivers, and individuals with print disabilities.

May 15, 2025 | Global Accessibility Awareness Day | GAAD Foundation

The 14th Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD) encourages conversations about digital access and inclusion for over one billion people with disabilities. The GAAD Foundation, launched in 2021, aims to integrate accessibility as a core requirement in technology and digital product development. Participants can attend in-person and virtual events, host their own initiatives, or engage in accessibility-focused activities.

May 15, 2025 | 2025 Global Accessibility Awareness Day Registration | University Of Minnesota

11:00 AM PT, 12:00 PM MT, 1:00 PM CT, 2:00 PM ET, 6:00 PM GMT
Join the University of Minnesota for this virtual Global Accessibility Awareness Day gathering focused on the theme “Committing to Change,” featuring a keynote from Dr. Ludmila Praslova, author of *The Canary Code*, and breakout sessions exploring accessibility in higher education, disability culture and justice, and universal design.

May 15, 2025 | Global Accessibility Awareness Day: Committing To Change | University Of Minnesota

9:00 AM PT, 10:00 AM MT, 11:00 AM CT, 12:00 PM ET, 5:00 PM GMT
The University of Minnesota, in collaboration with the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, the University of Illinois Chicago, and the University of Michigan, is hosting a virtual event for Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD) on May 15, 2025. Centered on the theme “Committing to Change,” the event emphasizes integrating accessibility into communication, design, and innovation. The planning committee seeks passionate speakers to share insights and experiences, with an honorarium offered. Proposals are due by January 3, 2025. Contact gaad-conference@umn.edu 📧️ for inquiries.

May 21, 2025 | My Eyes Don’t Work, But My Brain Still Does! Recreational Opportunities Of Interest To Older Adults Living With Low Vision Or Blindness | National Federation Of The Blind Of Maryland (NFBMD) Seniors Division

4:00 PM PT, 5:00 PM MT, 6:00 PM CT, 7:00 PM ET, 11:00 PM GMT
In this community call hosted by the National Federation of the Blind of Maryland Seniors Division, participants are invited to learn and share information about recreational activities like camping, swimming, dancing, and games that support independence and well-being for older adults living with low vision or blindness. For more information about this event or the NFB of Maryland Seniors Division, please contact Marguerite Woods at: +1 (443) 271-1668 📱️ or mwoods719@gmail.com 📧️

May 31, 2025 | Access Fest Toronto | AccessNow.com

AccessNow transforms David Pecaut Square in downtown Toronto into a buzzing, barrier-free hub of activity with AccessFest, a one-day celebration of disability inclusion featuring mainstage performances, real talks, immersive art installations, and accessibility-first community experiences.

June 9, 2024 through June 13, 2024 | Apple Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2025 | Apple

Available online and free for all developers, WWDC25 runs from June 9 to 13 and showcases the latest Apple software innovations. The week includes a keynote, video sessions, online labs with Apple experts, and an exclusive in-person event at Apple Park on June 9 for select attendees.

June 13, 2025 | Accessibility Summer Camp 2025 | Accessibility Summer Camp

Join the 8th Annual Accessibility Summer Camp, a one-day digital conference dedicated to advancing accessibility in education and professional spaces. Experts will lead sessions on digital accessibility, inclusive teaching practices, software tutorials, and creating a culture of accessibility. Live captions and ASL interpretation will be available, ensuring an inclusive experience for all attendees. Registration is now open, with a $15 attendance fee.

July 8, 2025 through July 13, 2025| NFB 2025 National Convention | National Federation Of The Blind

The National Federation of the Blind hosts its 2025 National Convention from July 8 — 13 in New Orleans, offering a week of networking, informative sessions, and advocacy. In-person and virtual registration options are available, with programming that includes a career fair, childcare, and volunteer opportunities such as ambassador and support service provider roles.

July 28, 2025 through August 2, 2025 | Careers & Canine Connections | A Collaboration Between Guide Dogs for the Blind and APH Career Connect, by APH Connect Center

Guide Dogs for the Blind and APH Career Connect present a weeklong immersive experience designed for transition-age young adults who are blind or have low vision. Hosted at the Hull Foundation & Learning Center in Sandy, Oregon, this free program explores career options, networking, mobility strategies, vocational resources, and hands-on experiences with guide dogs. Participants will engage in engaging learning opportunities while making new connections and enjoying the scenic Pacific Northwest. Applications are DUE on or before March 31, 2025. Applications received after this date will be put on a waitlist. We recommend you apply early as summer programs are popular and fill up quickly.

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⬆︎ 2.) Sponsor: Access Ready, Inc.

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Help Access Ready, Inc. support people with disabilities after Hurricanes Helene and Milton.

Based in Saint Petersburg, Florida, Access Ready is committed to providing adaptive equipment, restoring independence and dignity to those affected. Many lost vital devices that help them communicate, work, and live independently.

Donations will go toward repairing or replacing this equipment, ensuring people can regain normalcy after the disaster. Every contribution directly aids recovery efforts.

Since 2018, Access Ready has promoted accessible technology, led by CEO Douglas George Towne.

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Sponsor Since: December 1st 2022 📅️

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Phone: (727) 531-1000 📱️

About: Access Ready Inc. is a certified, 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. The mission of Access Ready Inc., a nonprofit cross-disability rights advocacy organization, is to promote a policy of accessibility benefiting all people regardless of ability across information and communications technology utilized for two way communications.

The purpose of Access Ready Inc. is to educate the public and private sectors of the importance of accessible information and communications technology to the future of all people regardless of ability.

To support this education by developing initiatives that promote policies that ensure the creation and maintenance of accessible technologies utilized for two way communications at all levels which allow for easy use by people with the widest range of abilities possible.

To develop employment and business opportunities for people with disabilities that support its educational activities in the field of information and communications technology and related areas.

To provide consulting and educational services to buyers, developers, and users of information and communications technology that promotes its highest and best use in society.

To promote the concept of a technologically accessible society which fosters:

Freedom of expression, speech, and worship.
Freedom from fear, ignorance, and want.
Freedom from dishonesty, exclusion, and immorality.
Freedom of aspiration, invention, and inclusion.

⬆︎ 1.) Sponsor: Pneuma Solutions

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The New Year is already in full swing, and we’re kicking things off with exciting updates to Scribe for Documents! These enhancements are designed to make your documents even more accessible, inclusive, and easy to navigate — at no extra cost.

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About: Backed by two decades of creating award-winning accessible cloud technologies for people with visual impairments, Pneuma Solutions is the global leader in accessible cloud-based solutions. Pneuma Solutions was founded by long-time accessibility developers Mike Calvo and Matt Campbell. For more information on their individual profiles, click on their respective bio pages. We’re proud to be the first company to develop cloud-based accessibility at the network level. Our tools provide organizations, like yours, a way to deliver secure, accessible information right from your network or from our secure servers. You can provide your print disabled consumers, students, employees, and citizens with a multitude of accessible options. Additionally, we offer a suite of cloud-based applications to blind and print disabled consumers directly from our website. Our consumer products are designed to make the day-to-day lives of blind and print disabled individuals more accessible and simpler to manage. Access to information is not a privilege, it’s a right. It’s also your right to obtain affordable, accessible cloud solutions to serve your end user. When organizations like yours implement our tools, together we help make it a more inclusive world for people with disabilities. Want to know more about how we can help you become more inclusive?

Contact us here. We’ll be happy to discuss how our tools can help with your accessibility needs.

⬆︎ 11.) Sponsor: The Touch Pad Pro Foundation / BrailleDoodle

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The BrailleDoodle is a groundbreaking, affordable, two-sided tablet designed to empower individuals of all ages and skill levels with Braille literacy and tactile exploration. One side is dedicated to Braille learning, featuring practice spaces for letters, numbers, and words, making it perfect for beginners or those looking to improve their skills. The other side offers a tactile refreshable surface, ideal for creating art, exploring STEM concepts like math and graphing, and expressing creativity in limitless ways.

With its easy-to-use magnetic stylus, users can write and create tactile designs, feel their progress as they go, and erase effortlessly, making learning and creativity interactive and engaging. Whether you’re a teacher, parent, or individual learner, the BrailleDoodle is a versatile tool that combines education, creativity, and fun. Priced at just $149.00 USD, it is an affordable solution to enhance accessibility and opportunity for blind and low-vision individuals. Order now and take the first step in transforming education and creativity! Visit A.T. Guys today to learn more.

Sponsor Since: January 1, 2025 📅️

Website: https://touchpadprofoundation.org 🌐️

About: The TouchPad Pro Foundation (TPPF) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to creating opportunities for blind and low-vision individuals through Braille literacy, STEM, and art education.

Founded by educators and innovators passionate about accessibility, TPPF strives to address the critical gaps in resources and tools for the visually impaired community. With a mission to promote equality and unleash human potential, the foundation provides innovative solutions that make education inclusive, engaging, and affordable.

Their initiatives include offering free devices to under-served communities and providing training to maximize the impact of their groundbreaking tools.

At the heart of their mission is the BrailleDoodle, a dual-sided, tactile learning tablet designed to make education and creativity accessible to all.

One side focuses on Braille literacy, offering interactive learning spaces for letters, numbers, and words, while the other provides a refreshable surface for tactile drawing, STEM exploration, and artistic expression.

Affordable and versatile, the BrailleDoodle empowers individuals of all ages and skill levels to develop essential literacy and creative skills.

By fostering independence and encouraging innovation, TPPF and the BrailleDoodle are transforming the lives of blind and low-vision learners worldwide.

For more information, visit the TouchPad Pro Foundation website.

⬆︎ 10.) Sponsor: AccessibleWeb

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Accessible Web is on a mission to help eliminate online barriers and make the digital space more inclusive for everyone, regardless of ability. Our accessibility testing software, RAMP, allows organizations of any size to discover, understand, and remediate barriers. We offer tools to integrate with existing sites and workflows so businesses with a digital presence can start making their sites more accessible quickly.

Plans start at $49 a month. Plus, we have a 14-day free trial with no credit card needed. We believe any organization can start making progress with Accessible Web RAMP.

Sponsor Since: December 16, 2024 📅️

Website: https://accessibleweb.com 🌐️

About: At Accessible Web, our mission is to make the internet accessible to everyone, regardless of ability.

We offer a comprehensive suite of accessibility testing software tools and educational resources to help organizations achieve and maintain web accessibility in line with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) and comply with legal standards such as the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).

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⚫️ Accessibility Testing: Our team of individuals with disabilities tests websites and web applications using assistive technologies, providing actionable feedback to enhance user experience and accessibility.

⚫️ Remediation Support: Our certified specialists offer coaching and support to assist organizations in implementing accessibility improvements effectively, ensuring that digital assets meet accessibility standards.

⚫️ Accessibility Certification: Through a comprehensive process of auditing, remediation, and verification, we provide WCAG certifications that validate a company’s conformance and commitment to accessibility best practices.

➜︎ Tools:

⚫️ Accessible Web RAMP: Our digital accessibility platform that enables teams to discover, monitor, and remediate web accessibility violations. RAMP offers continuous monitoring, prioritized workflows, and progress reporting to facilitate ongoing compliance efforts.

⚫️ Accessible Web Helper Extension: An accessibility browser extension that allows users to scan web pages, highlight accessibility violations, and check color contrast ratios directly from their browser, streamlining the auditing process.

➜︎ Education:

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⚫️ Knowledge Base and Blog: Our resources include articles on assistive technologies, remediation tutorials, and answers to common web accessibility questions, supporting continuous learning and awareness. We host webinars most Thursdays on various accessibility topics.

We emphasize a proactive approach to web accessibility, advocating for integrating accessible design principles early in the development process to enhance user experience, attract new customers, and mitigate legal risks associated with non-compliance.

For more information or to explore our services and resources, visit our website.

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⬆︎ 9.) Sponsor: Magnifiers & More

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Sponsor Since: October 25, 2024 📅️

Website: https://www.magnifiersandmore.net 🌐️

Email: info@magnifiersandmore.net 📧️

Phone: (440) 946-3363 📱️

Fax: (440) 946-8899 📠️

Visit: 7775 Mentor Avenue, Mentor, Ohio 44060, USA

About: Magnifiers & More, established in 2002 by Deborah Kogler, is Northeast Ohio’s only retail store dedicated to providing products and consultations for individuals with low vision, blindness, and vision disabilities. With over forty years of experience in eye care, Deborah founded the company to create a one-stop shop for vision aids, including specialized tools for managing conditions like macular degeneration, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, and cataracts.

The store offers a wide range of over seventy-five magnifiers, talking items, large print products, special lights, electronic aids, Braille items, glare control solutions and More.

A key figure in the company’s story is Murphy, Deborah’s Golden Retriever and original CEO, “Canine Executive Officer,” who was the store’s mascot and greeter for 15 years. Today, Jeffrey, another Golden Retriever trained as a service dog, serves as the CFO, “Canine Fun Officer,” delighting customers and supporting Deborah.

Deborah’s journey into vision rehabilitation was inspired by her grandmother’s experience with macular degeneration, sparking her passion to make vision aids accessible. She continues to advocate for and educate those living with vision disabilities, both locally and internationally.

Magnifiers & More is committed to helping people improve their quality of life through practical solutions and compassionate support.

⬆︎ 8.) Sponsor: Innosearch.ai

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Sponsor Since: October 15, 2024 📅️

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About: Innosearch is an all-in-one shopping platform augmented with a cutting-edge AI-powered shopping assistant. This innovative feature mimics the experience of shopping in real life by allowing you to interact with the assistant using natural language. It aggregates millions of products from top US online retailers, bringing them directly to you. With this advanced generative AI, Innosearch offers personalized product recommendations, highlights the best deals, and provides comprehensive information including reviews, total prices, shipping options, and more. Innosearch delivers a seamless end-to-end shopping experience, eliminating the need to search and browse in multiple tabs across retailers.

YouTube Review By Sam Seavey: https://youtube.com/watch?v=-rjL-HAwaZY.

Key Features: Key Features of the Innosearch All-in-One AI Shopping Platform include:

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⬆︎ 7.) Sponsor: Aira

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Sponsor Since: September 9, 2024 📅️

Website: https://aira.io/ 🌐️

Download the App: Apple App Store | Google Play Store

Plans and Pricing: https://aira.io/pricing/

Phone: NA: +1.800.835.1934 📱️ | AU: +1.800.765.096 📱️ | UK: +0.800.046.5668 📱️ | NZ: +1.800.425.451 📱️

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About: Aira’s mission is to remove barriers and make the world more accessible with visual interpreting.

We provide a live, human-to-human professional assistance service, an accommodation or productivity tool, that enhances independence by delivering on-demand, skilled and reliable visual interpreting for just about any task. Using the powerful combination of a camera and the Aira app on someone’s device of ‘choice’, a professionally-trained agent will assist by visually interpreting what is in the camera’s view or on screen, from describing to reading, from explaining to navigating – just about anything, safely and securely. Aira supports a growing range of devices including smart and tactile button phones, desktop computers and soon, wearables.

Whether you are involved in the work of business, the work of school or the work of life, Aira enhances everyday efficiency, engagement, and independence. Used by employees and customers of hundreds of organizations including airports, banks, the largest software companies, financial firms, retailers and universities, we invite you to join the community, access the Aira app today and try it for free.
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Step One: Subscribe and Download. Pick the plan that lets you explore on your terms and on your time, sign up in a few minutes, and download the Aira app to your smartphone. Plans shown are for the United States, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom. Add or cancel at any time.

Step Two: Connect with an Aira Agent. On the first call, connect with one of our certified, specially-trained Agents and learn how everything works.

Step Three: Real-time Assistance. At the touch of a button, Aira delivers instant access to visual information, when and where you want it.

⬆︎ 6.) Sponsor: Dr. Kirk Adams

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Join us for another inspiring episode of Supercharge Your Bottom Line Through Disability Inclusion With Dr. Kirk Adams!

📅️ Date: Thursday, May 29, 2025
🕛️ Time: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM PT
📍️ Where: LinkedIn Live Stream Virtual Event

Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from integrity-based leaders in:

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👉️ Disability Advocacy
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👉️ Assistive Technology Innovation

Dr. Kirk Adams, former CEO of the American Foundation for the Blind, will host an engaging discussion on disability inclusion and innovative business practices.

This monthly event brings together visionaries who believe in creating collaborative solutions and advancing opportunities for people with disabilities.

Tune in to expand your network, gain valuable insights, and be part of the conversation shaping a more inclusive future!

To watch the show visit: https://drkirkadams.com/webinars/supercharge-your-bottom-line/. We post each show here shortly after it airs live.

To attend this, or a future show, please send your request for information to: kirkadams@drkirkadams.com 📧️.

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Sponsor Since: July 22, 2024 📅️

Website: https://drkirkadams.com 🌐️

About: Hello, and welcome to the Heart of Influence With Dr. Kirk Adams Show.

About: Dr. Kirk Adams is a visionary leader, transformative speaker, and lifelong advocate for disability inclusion. With over three decades of experience in advancing accessibility and creating opportunities for individuals who are blind or visually impaired, Dr. Adams has become a powerful force for change in the areas of leadership, accessibility, and inclusion. His journey — from navigating vision loss as a young child to becoming a recognized thought leader in disability empowerment — uniquely equips him to help organizations understand, integrate, and champion inclusive practices that benefit all.

Dr. Adams is a highly sought-after speaker, known for his engaging and thought-provoking keynotes on disability inclusion, accessible leadership, and the power of resilience. He has spoken at numerous national and international conferences, including corporate seminars, public policy forums, and industry events, where his personal story and professional insights have inspired leaders to rethink their approach to diversity, equity, and inclusion. His passion lies in empowering organizations to create environments where every individual — regardless of ability — can thrive.

As a speaker, Dr. Adams brings authenticity, warmth, and a depth of experience that resonates with audiences from all backgrounds. He understands that true leadership is about more than just policy; it’s about creating cultural shifts that value each person’s unique contributions. Whether he is addressing a Fortune 500 company, a non-profit, or a community group, Dr. Adams’ message is clear: inclusion benefits everyone, and together we can build a world where opportunity is accessible to all.

Dr. Adams currently resides in Seattle, Washington, where he continues his advocacy work, builds strategic partnerships, and enjoys life with his family. He is proud to be a part of the movement towards a more inclusive future — one conversation at a time.

⬆︎ 5.) Sponsor: Barrier Free Canada

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In keeping with a vital need, we are proud to introduce our “Transitioning to a New World” program. This initiative is designed to empower those preparing to leave high school and young adults entering the workforce. Our program equips participants with the essential skills needed to become indispensable assets to companies of all sizes. By teaching effective strategies to attract core clientele—including seniors and individuals with disabilities, who often serve as the bread-and-butter customers—we pave the way for sustainable success. Our comprehensive approach builds confidence and fosters independence in ways participants never imagined possible.

Sponsor Since: November 10, 2023 📅️

Website: https://barrierfreecanada.org/ 🌐️

About: Barrier-Free Canada/Canada Sans Barrieres (BFC/CSB) advocates for the Canadian Parliament to enact a strong and effective Canadians with Disabilities Act (CDA) to achieve a barrier-free Canada for all persons with disabilities.

To this end, BFC/CSB is seeking endorsements from national disability organizations to build a non-partisan community coalition. BFC/CSB would also like to identify point persons from these organizations to act as key contacts.

The steering committee of BFC/CSB has drafted a set of principles concerning a CDA that are drawn from the principles that underpin the provincial disability legislation in Ontario and Manitoba. A CDA is not meant to replace provincial disability legislation. It will complement such legislation and benefit Canadians living in provinces with and without provincial disability legislation. At this point in time, CNIB, March of Dimes Canada, Canadian Hearing Society and MS Society of Canada have endorsed the BFC/CSB principles and confirmed their support for the movement to enact a CDA. There is no individual or organizational charge for membership in BFC/CSB.

Please contact Donna Jodhan, Founder of Barrier-Free Canada, at info@barrierfreecanada.org 📧️ with any questions or to express your organization’s support and identify a key contact.

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⬆︎ 4.) Sponsor: Hadley

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Learn the basics of NVDA. From getting started with the program to customizing the speech to learning helpful shortcuts, Hadley’s workshops have you covered.

Sponsor Since: September 18th 2023 📅️

Website: https://hadleyhelps.org/ 🌐️

Email: info@hadleyhelps.org 📧️

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What would you like to learn today?

Donate: https://hadleyhelps.org/donate/support-hadley ❤

A 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, Hadley relies on contributions from individuals, foundations, and corporations to fund its programs.

About: The mission of Hadley is to create personalized learning opportunities that empower adults with vision loss or blindness to thrive — at home, at work, and in their communities.

Founded in 1920 by William Hadley, an educator who lost his eyesight later in life, Hadley offers practical help, connection and support free of charge to anyone with a visual impairment, their families and professionals supporting them. With Hadley, you can discover new ways to do things that have become more difficult due to vision loss and connect with a network of peers who “get it.” And you don’t need to come to Hadley. Hadley’s help comes to you; online, on the phone or through the mail.

Since relaunching in July 2020, more than 70,000 people have signed up with Hadley, registering more than 200,000 workshop interactions. And our workshops have 98% satisfaction ratings. We reach all 50 states and more than 100 countries. And more people learn braille from Hadley than from any other organization worldwide.

Hadley is a proud partner of the National Eye Institute and the National Eye Health Education Program.

Hadley’s help conveniently meets learners where they are. Free of wait lists. Free of office visits. Free of charge.

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About: Founded in 2022, Access Information News is the world’s leading not-for-profit access information news publication that reaches over 45,000 blind, low vision, deaf, hard of hearing, deafblind, neurodivergent and/or disabled professionals, educators and enthusiasts, all over the world, each week. Subscribe here. Review the most recent issues here.

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Editor: John Hanlin

Editor Since: November 7, 2022

Location: Boulder, Colorado

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In addition to serving as an Editor to Access Information News John also serves as an Editor to the Top Tech Tidbits and AI-Weekly newsletters and is also an attorney-at-law specializing in long-term disability claims for blind and visually impaired persons.

John is also a long-time contractor and member of the Board of Trustees at Mind Vault Solutions, Ltd.

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Editor: Jenna Lang

Editor Since: November 7, 2022

Location: Des Moines, Iowa

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In addition to serving as an Editor to Access Information News Jenna also serves as an Editor to the Top Tech Tidbits and AI-Weekly newsletters and runs her own advocacy foundation.

Jenna also serves as a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) for Mind Vault Solutions, Ltd.

Jenna’s son was born blind and she is always seeking new and innovative ways to empower him through technology.

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Editor: David Woodbridge

Editor Since: February 6, 2023

Location: Central Coast, New South Wales, Australia

Time Zone: Australia Eastern Standard Time (AEST/AEDT) (GMT+10)

In addition to serving as an Editor to Access Information News David also serves as an Editor to the Top Tech Tidbits publication and is also the National Commercial Assistive Technology Advisor for Vision Australia where he has worked since 1990. Over this time he has assisted people who are blind or vision impaired in their home, education, and work settings to take advantage of the benefits of using assistive and main stream technology.

In the last seventeen years, he has also been involved with evaluating technology for use by people who are blind or vision impaired covering both low and high tech equipment (including Microsoft, Samsung, Google, Amazon, and Apple). David is also one of the key spokespersons for Vision Australia relating to technology.

He has been an Apple Ambassador for Apple Australia since 2009 with a group of other Ambassadors / Apple Distinguished Educators (ADE)‘s covering the range of Apple’s Accessibility solutions throughout Australia.

David produces a range of podcasts (since 2011) covering Apple and other technologies which are distributed on his own podcast (http://davidwoodbr.podbean.com). In addition, he also has a regular Talking Tech program (since 2013) which can be heard every Tuesday at 4:30 Eastern Summer Time on Vision Australia Radio Melbourne (available online) or via https://omny.fm/shows/talking-tech-vision-australia-radio

David also runs a weekly Tech Monday where people can chat about assistive and main stream technology, share information, and any tips and tricks.

David lost his sight when he was 8 years old and had to learn Braille. Since then, he completed high school, went to Sydney University receiving a Social Work degree, spent 4 years drug and alcohol counselling, and then moved into his current job.

As a person who is blind, David believes that as a user of the technology that he recommends to others, that he is well situated to look at the strengths and shortcomings of the assistive technology that he comes across in both his professional and personal life, in particular, mainstream technology that is accessible.

In addition to his weekly contributions to Access Information News and Top Tech Tidbits, David’s regularly occurring activities are his weekly tech radio show, bi-monthly exploring tech webinars for Vision Australia, his iSee podcast when something of note grabs his attention, and the weekly Tech Monday chat sessions.

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Editor: Vicki Walton

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IIn addition to serving as an Editor to Access Information News Vicki also serves as an Editor to the Top Tech Tidbits publication and works as a Web Accessibility Specialist / IT Quality Assurance Tester at Washington State Board for Community and Technical Colleges.

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