Access Information News for Monday, June 22, 2026 – Volume 1072

What It’s Really Like Hiding Your Disability Because Of Culture Expectations | Molly Burke | YouTube.com | June 19, 2026

Conversational framing a candid discussion, Molly Burke sits down with disability advocate Tiffany Yu to examine how cultural expectations shape the experience of hiding disability. Burke explores Yu’s intersectional journey, from family silence and childhood trauma to reclaiming identity and fostering disability pride. Their conversation unpacks the power of community, the complexities of representation, and the ongoing work of building a more inclusive world.

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1.) Top 5 Most Clicked News Articles From Last Week 📊️

A.) Chain Restaurant Online Ordering: How Post-Order Tracking Fails Blind Customers | UsableNet.com | June 9, 2026

In the final installment of UsableNet’s series on chain-restaurant online ordering, a blind customer details the accessibility barriers that appear after an order is placed, from proprietary chat windows that drop screen-reader focus to status updates and rating forms that are difficult to use.

B.) Why Are Sighted People Like This? | Molly Burke | YouTube.com | June 9, 2026

Analytically addressing the social quirks of sighted people, Molly Burke examines day-to-day interactions from her unique perspective as someone who is blind. She shares personal anecdotes and observations that highlight the nuances of inclusion and awareness in everyday life.

C.) Feeling Every Pitch: My Journey with OneCourt — and the Day the Game Comes Home | DrKirkAdams.com | June 15, 2026

Here, Dr. Kirk Adams, blind since age five, a lifelong sports fan, and now an advisor to OneCourt, shares the first time he felt a live game unfold beneath his hands, and a milestone that is about to bring that experience home for blind and low-vision fans everywhere.

D.) What Being Institutionalised Taught Me About Resistance | DisabilityDebrief.org | June 10, 2026

Rachel Litchman recounts her experiences growing up in US psychiatric and residential institutions, detailing cycles of forced compliance, systemic abuse, and the economic motives behind detainment. She draws direct parallels to present-day expansions in involuntary institutionalization and state violence under the Trump administration, linking personal survival strategies to broader patterns of authoritarian policy and resistance.

E.) My Employee Is Abusing His Disability Accommodations And Brags About It. How Do I Handle This? | Inc.com | June 9, 2026

A reader asks Alison Green how to address an employee, James, who is reportedly abusing disability accommodations at work, openly flaunting his inability to be fired, and worsening his health condition. The scenario highlights tensions between legal protections under the Americans With Disabilities Act and maintaining workplace standards.

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2.) Podcast: Driven By Purpose Episode #58: They Said She Would Never Walk. She Just Danced in Front of a Packed House | Isaac Shapiro of Cleanlogic and The Inspiration Foundation | June 22, 2026

What does it take to move $20 billion toward businesses that have been overlooked? For Michael A. Byron, it started with stocking shelves in his uncle’s Brooklyn luncheonette at eight years old. In this episode of Driven By Purpose, Isaac Shapiro and Evan Rosenblum sit down with Michael A. Byron, former Senior Director of Supplier Inclusion at Walmart and author of The Grace Effect: From Brooklyn to Boise. Michael spent a decade at Walmart leading a supplier inclusion program that ultimately exceeded its $21 billion sourcing goal for women-owned businesses. Now in his third act, he has brought that experience and credibility to the Inspiration Foundation, where he is helping build the next great seal of recognition, this one for companies that hire people with disabilities.

3.) Handi-Link: Epilepsy, Arthritis Fishing Derby 2026 Part 1 | Cam Wells | CJAM 99.1 FM | June 18, 2026

This program focuses on disability issues. Host Cam Wells will explore all sides of this comparing and contrasting with able bodied life. This week Featuring: Valeria Paladino, Susan Wilkie Epilepsy Association | ICHA Fishing Derby Attendees: Italo Labignan, Maria Connel | Trish Barbato Arthritis Society Canada.

4.) A Speech Therapist Had An Idea for Sensory-Friendly Haircare. Students Helped Figure It Out | DisabilityScoop.com | June 19, 2026

Speech therapist Madeline Johnson partnered with Louisiana State University engineering students to develop an adaptive shampoo bowl designed for wheelchair users, enhancing accessibility in sensory-friendly haircare. After refining her proposal, four students built a prototype, which now serves clients at Connections Speech, Language & Reading Specialists in Baton Rouge.

5.) Parental Mental Health — Not Medication — Drives Autism Correlation, Study Finds | DisabilityScoop.com | June 19, 2026

A University of Hong Kong analysis of 37 studies involving over 25 million pregnancies found that parental depression, not prenatal antidepressant use, is primarily correlated with autism and ADHD diagnoses in children. Accounting for genetic and mental health factors, researchers determined antidepressant use during pregnancy does not significantly increase autism risk, supporting current clinical guidelines.

6.) ‘Stand Up’ Review: A Dutch Disability Drama With Complexity and Integrity | Variety.com | June 19, 2026

Refusing cliches, director Mari Sanders and lead actor-musician Lucia Zemene, both with lived disability experience, deliver “Stand Up,” a Dutch drama centered on a young woman facing life after amputation. Critics praise its unsentimental take and Zemene’s performance, with the film premiering in Tribeca’s international narrative competition and showcasing both humor and honesty in its portrayal of adaptation to disability.

7.) Federal Grant Delays Could Jeopardize Essential Disability Services, Research | StatNews.com | June 19, 2026

Federal funding delays at the National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research (NIDILRR) are threatening to halt critical disability services and research nationwide. More than $34 million in grants remain undistributed, endangering jobs, disrupting projects like the Spinal Cord Injury Database, and potentially eliminating support programs if funds are not released before September 30.

8.) What It’s Really Like Hiding Your Disability Because Of Culture Expectations | Molly Burke | YouTube.com | June 19, 2026

Conversational framing a candid discussion, Molly Burke sits down with disability advocate Tiffany Yu to examine how cultural expectations shape the experience of hiding disability. Burke explores Yu’s intersectional journey, from family silence and childhood trauma to reclaiming identity and fostering disability pride. Their conversation unpacks the power of community, the complexities of representation, and the ongoing work of building a more inclusive world.

9.) The Real History Behind Anti-Trans Laws | Jessica Kellgren-Fozard | YouTube.com | June 19, 2026

Cutting through the hype around anti-trans legislation, Jessica Kellgren-Fozard examines how today’s policies echo a long history of using gender politics to fuel fear and marginalize minorities. She unpacks how race, class, misogyny, and disability have been entwined in these debates, with attention to historical flashpoints from Section 28 to the Lavender Scare.

10.) Netflix To Debut Movie Starring Actor With Down Syndrome | DisabilityScoop.com | June 18, 2026

Netflix will release “Color Book,” an award-winning black and white film about a widowed father and his son with Down syndrome, starring Jeremiah Daniels and Will Catlett. Funded by a $1 million AT&T Untold Stories Award grant, the movie debuts on Netflix and in select theaters in New York, Los Angeles, and Atlanta. Director David Fortune’s film has received accolades from multiple international film festivals.

11.) Essential Tips to Help People Making a New Claim for Devolved Benefits | DailyRecord.co.uk | June 18, 2026

Social Security Scotland released a checklist to guide new claimants for Adult, Child, and Pension Age Disability Payments, which now fully replace DWP’s PIP, DLA for Children, and Attendance Allowance for new claims in Scotland. The update details application routes, payment rates ranging from £30.30 to £114.60 weekly, and stresses the importance of detailed and supported applications.

12.) Hollywood Radio and Television Society Partners With Easterseals Disability Services to Relaunch Darcy Awards | Variety.com | June 18, 2026

The Hollywood Radio and Television Society will partner with Easterseals Disability Services to relaunch the Easterseals Disability Arts & Culture Awards, known as the Darcys. The 2026 Darcys will be held October 10 in Santa Monica, with a new HRTS Access Leadership Award recognizing efforts to advance accessibility in entertainment. Submissions for the awards are open through July 14.

13.) How Did Disability Shape Your Day? | DisabilityDebrief.org | June 17, 2026

Disability Debrief issues an open call for “Dear Disability Diary,” inviting up to 500-word fiction or non-fiction entries about how disability impacts daily life, with selected entries receiving £100. The edition features community responses on assisted dying, representation in disability organizations, and the use of AI, including contributions from Peter Torres Fremlin, Kinanty Andini, and others.

14.) How Did Disability Shape Your Day? | DisabilityDebrief.org | June 17, 2026

Disability Debrief opens submissions for “Dear Disability Diary,” inviting 500-word entries reflecting on how disability shapes daily life, with a July 20 deadline and £100 payment for published pieces. The newsletter features reader perspectives on assisted dying, organizational representation, AI in disability content, and burnout in advocacy, with notable commentary from Phil Friend and Andrew Pulrang.

15.) Tips for Writing to and About People With Disabilities in Our Soul Care | BiblicalCounselingCoalition.org | June 17, 2026

Dave Deuel offers eight practical tips for writing and speaking about people with disabilities within soul care contexts, emphasizing people-first language, respectful terminology, and inclusive imagery. The guidelines encourage addressing access, functional needs, and positive narratives to integrate people with disabilities into church life and publications.

16.) Dubai Airports Recognised for AI-Driven Safety and Accessibility Initiatives | MoodieDavittReport.com | June 17, 2026

Dubai Airports received two awards from Dubai Quality Group’s Ideas Arabia International Awards: one for Digitisation and AI Integration in Health & Safety, and another for Accessible & Inclusive Travel for People of Determination Guests. The company was recognized for deploying an AI-enabled risk management system and advancing the ‘DXB for All’ accessibility initiative aiming for global leadership by 2035.

17.) Observation Is Not a Diagnoses: California Court Draws the Line on FEHA Disability Claims | NatLawReview.com | June 17, 2026

A California Court of Appeal ruled that an employee’s erratic conduct alone does not obligate an employer to consider them mentally disabled under the Fair Employment and Housing Act. In Husband v. Target Corporation, the court found Target lacked knowledge of Daniel Husband’s bipolar disorder, as behavioral observation is not equivalent to documented diagnosis or explicit disclosure.

18.) Accessibility Is More Than a Design Problem | FastCompany.com | June 17, 2026

Apple marked Global Accessibility Awareness Day with updates ranging from a $3,500 Vision Pro eye-controlled wheelchair interface to designer Bailey Hikawa’s adaptive MagSafe Grip & Stand for iPhone. Hikawa created the Grip & Stand in collaboration with disabled users, aiming to merge accessible function with playful aesthetics–responding to a Harris Poll finding that 76% of people feel accessible tech lacks style.

19.) World Changing Ideas Focused on Accessibility and Equity | FastCompany.com | June 17, 2026

Tilt Beauty receives recognition for launching ergonomic, accessible makeup, including Braille packaging and magnetic closures, after founder Aerin Glazer’s usability challenges. FCB Chicago’s Caption With Intention, now in 196 languages, advances inclusive captioning in cinema. Puerto Rico’s Glowing Relief labels provide battery-free prescription label visibility for over 30,000 users.

20.) Ed Department Strikes Deal To Offload Special Education | DisabilityScoop.com | June 16, 2026

The Trump administration has formalized a plan to transfer responsibility for several special education programs from the US Department of Education to the Department of Health and Human Services under an interagency agreement. Secretary Linda McMahon said the move aims to strengthen and streamline services, while disability advocates argue it may erode coordination with general education and compromise protections under IDEA. Congressional action is now being urged to reverse the decision.

21.) Families Fear Loss Of Caregivers As Disability Service Cuts Loom | DisabilityScoop.com | June 16, 2026

Maryland will cut about $126 million from its Developmental Disabilities Administration starting July 1, reducing the maximum hourly rate for many self-directed caregivers by roughly 25%. Families like Matt Masone’s, and caregivers including Mary Beth Janczak, warn the changes could make recruiting and retaining qualified help far more difficult amid existing workforce shortages.

22.) New Luxury Cafe-Wine Bar Aims To Serve Up Jobs For Those With IDD | DisabilityScoop.com | June 16, 2026

A four-person team including David Cross, Rebeca Cross, Michael Di Carlo, and Amanda Sarich plans to open Serafino, a luxury cafe and wine bar in Mission Hills, Calif., aimed at providing high-standard employment opportunities for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. If successful, they intend to replicate the model in other cities. Serafino will emphasize community integration and offer job coaching via Civitas Living as needed.

23.) Podcasts By Dr. Kirk Adams: Interview With Robert Annis, Co-Founder, NEURO | DrKirkAdams.com | June 16, 2026

In a detailed conversation, Dr. Kirk Adams interviews NEURO co-founder Robert Annis, who describes building the charity to deliver neuroinclusion as a concrete business advantage. Annis discusses his late autism diagnosis at 45, the creation of the NEURO Standard accreditation, and early outcomes such as university partners and a leading energy provider client. The approach positions inclusion not just as ethics but as organizational strategy.

24.) With 2 New Sports, Special Olympics To Get Underway | DisabilityScoop.com | June 16, 2026

The 2026 Special Olympics USA Games begin Saturday in Minneapolis, featuring over 3,000 athletes from all 50 states competing in 16 sports, with the addition of pickleball and cornhole for the first time. ESPN will stream much of the event live, while ABC will offer preview and highlights shows. Performances by Jon Batiste and Demi Lovato are set for the opening ceremony.

25.) Podcasts By Dr. Kirk Adams: Interview With Robert Annis, Co-Founder, NEURO | DrKirkAdams.com | June 16, 2026

Robert Annis, co-founder of NEURO, outlines his journey as a late-diagnosed autistic organizational psychologist and the creation of NEURO, a UK-based charity treating neuroinclusion as a competitive advantage for employers. Annis and Dr. Kirk Adams discuss NEURO’s Standard accreditation, university partnerships, and early momentum including rapid volunteer growth and industry recognition just two months after the charity’s registration.

26.) How to Find the Best SSD Law Firm for a Complex Disability Claim | LegalReader.com | June 16, 2026

Securing Social Security Disability benefits often hinges on choosing a law firm with specialized SSD expertise, hearing representation experience, and a robust track record in building medical evidence. The article details key factors in complex claims, such as multiple impairments, insufficient records, or prior denials, and explains why specialized representation can significantly boost approval rates.

27.) Inside Tilt Beauty’s Mission To Break Accessibility Barriers | BusinessOfFashion.com | June 16, 2026

Aerin Glazer founded Tilt Beauty in response to the lack of accessible cosmetic solutions, building the brand around ergonomic product design for easier use by all. In its first year, Tilt Beauty emphasizes accessibility, playfulness, and community as core values to differentiate itself within the beauty industry and address gaps in inclusive product design.

28.) Disability Reddit Got Me Feeling Some Kinda Way… | Molly Burke | YouTube.com | June 16, 2026

Reacting to a wave of conversations on disability Reddit, Molly Burke shares her nuanced perspective on how online communities shape public perceptions of accessibility and inclusion. With personal anecdotes and candid commentary, Burke highlights both the empowerment and challenges that come with navigating these digital spaces.

29.) Airlines Face Deadline To Improve Disability Accommodations | DisabilityScoop.com | June 15, 2026

A U.S. Department of Transportation rule mandates that airline staff and contractors assisting passengers with disabilities receive hands-on training by June 17, 2026. The so-called “Wheelchair Rule” includes competency requirements on safe transfer procedures, communication, and proper handling of mobility devices. Airlines must now comply, even as some provisions face possible delays and industry lawsuits continue.

30.) Podcasts By Dr. Kirk Adams: Interview With Jack Walters, Founder & CEO, Hapware | DrKirkAdams.com | June 15, 2026

HapWare CEO Jack Walters details the ALEYE haptic wristband, which transmits live nonverbal cues from Meta smart glasses into wrist-based vibrations for blind and low-vision users. The device, co-developed with Bryan Duarte (one of only ~20 blind PhDs in computer science globally), will ship its first units in December 2026 with support for pro-tactile communication and ongoing roles for disabled talent. Collaboration with the Helen Keller National Center and the FCC is underway for accessible procurement.

31.) Podcasts By Dr. Kirk Adams: Interview With Jack Walters, Founder & CEO, Hapware | DrKirkAdams.com | June 15, 2026

HapWare CEO Jack Walters explains how the company’s ALEYE haptic wristband, paired with Meta smart glasses, enables blind and low-vision users to receive nonverbal cues via vibrations in under 250 ms. Walters details HapWare’s evolution from a research project with blind co-founder Bryan Duarte to a refined product influenced by user feedback and industrial designers from Tesla, Rivian, and Hydro Flask. The first shipments are planned for December 2026, with broader rollout and ongoing collaborations with the Helen Keller National Center and FCC.

32.) Balancing Work Injury Pay and Federal Disability Benefits | LawyerMonthly.com | June 15, 2026

US law caps combined Social Security Disability and workers’ compensation payments at 80% of pre-injury earnings, with benefits reduced if the threshold is exceeded. Lump sum settlements can trigger extended offsets unless amortized, while rules differ by state, sometimes shifting reductions to insurers. George Daniel details reporting requirements, overpayment risks, and why claimants over age 50 often have stronger cases for retaining benefits.

33.) As States Follow Trump’s Medicaid Fraud Playbook, People With Disabilities Struggle to Find Care | StatNews.com | June 15, 2026

Ohio and other states are tightening Medicaid regulations and provider restrictions to crack down on fraud, leading to fears among disability advocates of worsening provider shortages and increased institutionalization. A proposed ban on paying family caregivers was struck after backlash, but new electronic visit verification measures and oversight rules are set to proceed, leaving many with disabilities facing uncertainty in access to critical care.

34.) Transportation Tips for Visitors, Residents With Limited Mobility | Reddit.com | June 15, 2026

A community thread compiles practical transportation tips for getting around Houston, especially for visitors and residents with limited mobility. Users share firsthand experiences with METRO public transit, paratransit services, and accessibility challenges at landmarks and airports like Hobby and Bush Intercontinental. Local advice covers ride-share options and sidewalk infrastructure.

35.) Phil Ozuah on Enhancing Ambulatory Care and Accessibility | McKinsey.com | June 15, 2026

Montefiore Einstein CEO Phil Ozuah outlines how the health system is investing in ambulatory care, forging partnerships like Amazon One Medical, and deploying AI for proactive patient outreach and operational efficiency. Ozuah emphasizes balancing short-term financial stability with long-term tech-driven growth amid rising costs and evolving patient expectations.

36.) She’s 10 Years Old And Already Planning Her Career | Sydney’s Person-Centered Planning Story | Driven by Purpose | YouTube.com | June 15, 2026

Sitting down with the news that his 10-year-old daughter Sydney is starting career planning far sooner than most, Evan Rosenblum leads a frank conversation with Mike Ghesser and Isaac Shapiro about preparing kids with severe disabilities for adulthood. The trio unpacks why bringing together families, friends, and educators at an early stage can reframe expectations and lay the groundwork for true independence. This episode charts fresh territory on the role of belief, timing, and inclusive teamwork in envisioning meaningful futures.

37.) Handi-Link ECC, Goalball, Hope for Dementia | Cam Wells | CJAM 99.1 FM | June 11, 2026

This program focuses on disability issues. Host Cam Wells will explore all sides of this comparing and contrasting with able bodied life. This week Featuring: Hubert Van Niekerk ECC, Camille Isaacs Morell Hope for Dementia, Peter Parsons Goalball player.

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June 22, 2026 | Free Training Series on Using the Android Operating System | BITS Education

5:00 PM PT, 6:00 PM MT, 7:00 PM CT, 8:00 PM ET
BITS Education hosts a free four-week training series on the Android operating system, led by assistive technology instructor Will Walsh using the Google Pixel 10. The Zoom sessions run the first four Mondays in June from 8:00 to 10:00 PM Eastern; registration is required.

June 23, 2026 | Tech It Out | Hadley

11:00 AM PT, 12:00 PM MT, 1:00 PM CT, 2:00 PM ET, 7:00 PM GMT
Learn a few tips about everyday technology from a technology expert, ask your questions, and share your experiences.

June 23, 2026 | Getting Started With Linux | Blind Information Technology Solutions (BITS)

5:00 PM PT, 6:00 PM MT, 7:00 PM CT, 8:00 PM ET, 12:00 AM GMT
Join Blind Information Technology Solutions (BITS) and presenter Deborah Armstrong for an introduction to getting started with Linux. Deborah will review how to install Linux and cover basic commands to help participants begin using this versatile open-source operating system.

June 24, 2026 | Wednesday Webinars: Part 3 – PDF Accessibility Basics — Field Types and Tooltips | Access Ingenuity

10:00 AM PT, 11:00 AM MT, 12:00 PM CT, 1:00 PM ET
The final session in the PDF accessibility series has Rachel Reeves of Access Ingenuity covering how to make fillable PDF forms accessible — field types, proper tab order, tooltip creation, and how screen readers interact with form controls in Adobe Acrobat. The session also covers testing a completed form with JAWS before distribution.

June 25, 2026 | The Windows Screen Reader Primer, 5th 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
The Carroll Center hosts a launch webinar for the fifth edition of The Windows Screen Reader Primer, covering current screen reader use on Windows.

June 25, 2026 | Virtual Book Launch: The Windows Screen Reader Primer, Fifth Edition by David Kingsbury | The Carroll Center for the Blind

4:00 PM PT, 5:00 PM MT, 6:00 PM CT, 7:00 PM ET
The Carroll Center for the Blind hosts a free virtual book launch for the fifth edition of The Windows Screen Reader Primer by David Kingsbury, the center’s assistive technology instructor. Kingsbury walks through the new edition and answers questions live on Zoom, and attendees can download the book free in Word and ePub formats afterward.

June 26, 2026 | EnAble Learning Office Hours | National Organization on Disability

10:00 AM PT, 11:00 AM MT, 12:00 PM CT, 1:00 PM ET
NOD’s EnAble Learning Office Hours give HR, talent development, and DEI leaders a 45-minute walkthrough of the on-demand disability training platform. In-house experts cover Disability 101 content, accommodations, ADA frameworks, neurodiversity and mental-health modules, and how the platform supports manager effectiveness, retention, and workplace culture.

July 3, 2026 | 2026 National Federation of the Blind Convention | NFB

The National Federation of the Blind advances the lives of its members and all blind people in the United States. Each year, we come together for important discussions, decisions, and information sharing. As an attendee, you will have the opportunity to: Network with thousands of blind people. Connect with leaders in the field of blindness. Attend presentations on a variety of empowering topics. Learn about the latest technology and innovation. And much more. The convention is open to all. If you are attending the convention in Austin, Texas, register for the 2026 NFB National Convention now! Online registration is $25 and closes May 31. Registration will be available on-site at the convention, but the cost will increase. By registering, you will gain access to the largest gathering of blind people in the world, the agenda, the app, and timely convention news and communications. Virtual Experience Registration. If you cannot attend the convention in Texas, we offer opportunities for engagement and connection through the Virtual Experience. The registration fee is $10. Register for the 2026 NFB National Convention Virtual Experience. Your registration includes access to the app, the ability to stream sessions from anywhere, and the opportunity to win door prizes.

July 4, 2026 | 2026 National Federation of the Blind Convention | NFB

The National Federation of the Blind advances the lives of its members and all blind people in the United States. Each year, we come together for important discussions, decisions, and information sharing. As an attendee, you will have the opportunity to: Network with thousands of blind people. Connect with leaders in the field of blindness. Attend presentations on a variety of empowering topics. Learn about the latest technology and innovation. And much more. The convention is open to all. If you are attending the convention in Austin, Texas, register for the 2026 NFB National Convention now! Online registration is $25 and closes May 31. Registration will be available on-site at the convention, but the cost will increase. By registering, you will gain access to the largest gathering of blind people in the world, the agenda, the app, and timely convention news and communications. Virtual Experience Registration. If you cannot attend the convention in Texas, we offer opportunities for engagement and connection through the Virtual Experience. The registration fee is $10. Register for the 2026 NFB National Convention Virtual Experience. Your registration includes access to the app, the ability to stream sessions from anywhere, and the opportunity to win door prizes.

July 5, 2026 | 2026 National Federation of the Blind Convention | NFB

The National Federation of the Blind advances the lives of its members and all blind people in the United States. Each year, we come together for important discussions, decisions, and information sharing. As an attendee, you will have the opportunity to: Network with thousands of blind people. Connect with leaders in the field of blindness. Attend presentations on a variety of empowering topics. Learn about the latest technology and innovation. And much more. The convention is open to all. If you are attending the convention in Austin, Texas, register for the 2026 NFB National Convention now! Online registration is $25 and closes May 31. Registration will be available on-site at the convention, but the cost will increase. By registering, you will gain access to the largest gathering of blind people in the world, the agenda, the app, and timely convention news and communications. Virtual Experience Registration. If you cannot attend the convention in Texas, we offer opportunities for engagement and connection through the Virtual Experience. The registration fee is $10. Register for the 2026 NFB National Convention Virtual Experience. Your registration includes access to the app, the ability to stream sessions from anywhere, and the opportunity to win door prizes.

July 6, 2026 | 2026 National Federation of the Blind Convention | NFB

The National Federation of the Blind advances the lives of its members and all blind people in the United States. Each year, we come together for important discussions, decisions, and information sharing. As an attendee, you will have the opportunity to: Network with thousands of blind people. Connect with leaders in the field of blindness. Attend presentations on a variety of empowering topics. Learn about the latest technology and innovation. And much more. The convention is open to all. If you are attending the convention in Austin, Texas, register for the 2026 NFB National Convention now! Online registration is $25 and closes May 31. Registration will be available on-site at the convention, but the cost will increase. By registering, you will gain access to the largest gathering of blind people in the world, the agenda, the app, and timely convention news and communications. Virtual Experience Registration. If you cannot attend the convention in Texas, we offer opportunities for engagement and connection through the Virtual Experience. The registration fee is $10. Register for the 2026 NFB National Convention Virtual Experience. Your registration includes access to the app, the ability to stream sessions from anywhere, and the opportunity to win door prizes.

July 7, 2026 | 2026 National Federation of the Blind Convention | NFB

The National Federation of the Blind advances the lives of its members and all blind people in the United States. Each year, we come together for important discussions, decisions, and information sharing. As an attendee, you will have the opportunity to: Network with thousands of blind people. Connect with leaders in the field of blindness. Attend presentations on a variety of empowering topics. Learn about the latest technology and innovation. And much more. The convention is open to all. If you are attending the convention in Austin, Texas, register for the 2026 NFB National Convention now! Online registration is $25 and closes May 31. Registration will be available on-site at the convention, but the cost will increase. By registering, you will gain access to the largest gathering of blind people in the world, the agenda, the app, and timely convention news and communications. Virtual Experience Registration. If you cannot attend the convention in Texas, we offer opportunities for engagement and connection through the Virtual Experience. The registration fee is $10. Register for the 2026 NFB National Convention Virtual Experience. Your registration includes access to the app, the ability to stream sessions from anywhere, and the opportunity to win door prizes.

July 8, 2026 | 2026 National Federation of the Blind Convention | NFB

The National Federation of the Blind advances the lives of its members and all blind people in the United States. Each year, we come together for important discussions, decisions, and information sharing. As an attendee, you will have the opportunity to: Network with thousands of blind people. Connect with leaders in the field of blindness. Attend presentations on a variety of empowering topics. Learn about the latest technology and innovation. And much more. The convention is open to all. If you are attending the convention in Austin, Texas, register for the 2026 NFB National Convention now! Online registration is $25 and closes May 31. Registration will be available on-site at the convention, but the cost will increase. By registering, you will gain access to the largest gathering of blind people in the world, the agenda, the app, and timely convention news and communications. Virtual Experience Registration. If you cannot attend the convention in Texas, we offer opportunities for engagement and connection through the Virtual Experience. The registration fee is $10. Register for the 2026 NFB National Convention Virtual Experience. Your registration includes access to the app, the ability to stream sessions from anywhere, and the opportunity to win door prizes.

July 28, 2026 | Tech It Out | Hadley

11:00 AM PT, 12:00 PM MT, 1:00 PM CT, 2:00 PM ET, 7:00 PM GMT
Learn a few tips about everyday technology from a technology expert, ask your questions, and share your experiences.

August 14, 2026 | EnAble Learning Office Hours | National Organization on Disability

10:00 AM PT, 11:00 AM MT, 12:00 PM CT, 1:00 PM ET
NOD’s EnAble Learning Office Hours give HR, talent development, and DEI leaders a 45-minute walkthrough of the on-demand disability training platform. In-house experts cover Disability 101 content, accommodations, ADA frameworks, neurodiversity and mental-health modules, and how the platform supports manager effectiveness, retention, and workplace culture.

August 20, 2026 | Member-Only Event: Everyday Accessibility Mistakes | National Organization on Disability

10:00 AM PT, 11:00 AM MT, 12:00 PM CT, 1:00 PM ET
A 25-minute virtual session for NOD Leadership Council members covering the most common accessibility missteps organizations make and how to avoid them. Access is restricted to Council members; non-members can join the Leadership Council to attend this and similar exclusive briefings on accessible practice.

August 25, 2026 | Tech It Out | Hadley

11:00 AM PT, 12:00 PM MT, 1:00 PM CT, 2:00 PM ET, 7:00 PM GMT
Learn a few tips about everyday technology from a technology expert, ask your questions, and share your experiences.

September 14, 2026 | Leadership Council Open House | National Organization on Disability

10:00 AM PT, 11:00 AM MT, 12:00 PM CT, 1:00 PM ET
A 45-minute virtual open house introducing the NOD Leadership Council, a community of companies including JP Morgan Chase, L’Oreal USA, and Toyota North America that work to advance disability inclusion in the workplace. Senior HR leaders meet NOD’s Disability Inclusion Specialists, hear about 2026 membership benefits, and learn how to scale inclusion efforts.

September 15, 2026 | Leadership Insights: Disability Inclusion Dialogues | National Organization on Disability

9:00 AM PT, 10:00 AM MT, 11:00 AM CT, 12:00 PM ET
A 90-minute virtual peer-focused discussion for senior-level NOD Leadership Council members on disability inclusion and workforce retention. The session features insights from Candee Chambers, Director of the Office of Public Liaison at the U.S. Department of Labor, who joins industry leaders to address strategic retention challenges.

September 22, 2026 | Tech It Out | Hadley

11:00 AM PT, 12:00 PM MT, 1:00 PM CT, 2:00 PM ET, 7:00 PM GMT
Learn a few tips about everyday technology from a technology expert, ask your questions, and share your experiences.

October 1, 2026 | Technology and the Disability Experience | National Organization on Disability

NOD’s annual in-person event in New York City brings together business, technology, and advocacy leaders to explore how AI, extended reality, and smart devices are reshaping accessibility and workforce inclusion. The evening at the Times Center features a tech showcase, panel discussions, an award ceremony, and live entertainment.

October 9, 2026 | EnAble Learning Office Hours | National Organization on Disability

10:00 AM PT, 11:00 AM MT, 12:00 PM CT, 1:00 PM ET
NOD’s EnAble Learning Office Hours give HR, talent development, and DEI leaders a 45-minute walkthrough of the on-demand disability training platform. In-house experts cover Disability 101 content, accommodations, ADA frameworks, neurodiversity and mental-health modules, and how the platform supports manager effectiveness, retention, and workplace culture.

October 27, 2026 | Tech It Out | Hadley

11:00 AM PT, 12:00 PM MT, 1:00 PM CT, 2:00 PM ET, 7:00 PM GMT
Learn a few tips about everyday technology from a technology expert, ask your questions, and share your experiences.

November 19, 2026 | Member-Only Event: Practices for Accessible Virtual Meetings | National Organization on Disability

10:00 AM PT, 11:00 AM MT, 12:00 PM CT, 1:00 PM ET
A 25-minute virtual session for NOD Leadership Council members focused on practical, hands-on strategies for making virtual meetings more inclusive and accessible to all participants. The full briefing is restricted to Council members; non-members can join the Leadership Council to attend this and similar exclusive members-only sessions.

November 24, 2026 | Tech It Out | Hadley

11:00 AM PT, 12:00 PM MT, 1:00 PM CT, 2:00 PM ET, 7:00 PM GMT
Learn a few tips about everyday technology from a technology expert, ask your questions, and share your experiences.

December 17, 2026 | CEO Office Hours: Looking Back/Looking Forward | National Organization on Disability

10:00 AM PT, 11:00 AM MT, 12:00 PM CT, 1:00 PM ET
NOD President and CEO Beth Sirull hosts a 45-minute virtual CEO Office Hours for a year-end reflection on disability inclusion milestones and a preview of the strategies shaping the coming year. The informal session invites participants to connect directly with Sirull and discuss what will drive greater impact in 2027.

December 22, 2026 | Tech It Out | Hadley

11:00 AM PT, 12:00 PM MT, 1:00 PM CT, 2:00 PM ET, 7:00 PM GMT
Learn a few tips about everyday technology from a technology expert, ask your questions, and share your experiences.

⬆︎ 12.) Sponsor: Institute for Sustainable Diversity & Inclusion (ISDI)

Sponsor Since: January 24, 2026 📅️

Website: https://i4sdi.org/ 🌐️

About: The Institute for Sustainable Diversity & Inclusion (ISDI) is a Washington-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 2015 to help individuals and organizations build the capability to create workplaces, and communities, where diversity, equity, and inclusion are real, practical, and sustainable. ISDI’s work is grounded in evidence-based approaches and a long-term, systems-change mindset that goes beyond one-off trainings or performative efforts.

ISDI is best known for stewarding the Northwest Diversity Learning Series (NWDLS), a respected DEI education program with more than 27 years of impact, offering virtual, interactive workshops led by thought leaders and subject matter experts from across the country and Canada. ISDI also offers special events, small learning cohorts, and professional development sessions that equip leaders, HR/DEI practitioners, and employees with actionable skills for inclusive leadership and healthy dialogue across difference. In addition, ISDI provides consulting and curated resources to help organizations strengthen strategy, leadership accountability, and measurable progress toward more inclusive and equitable cultures.

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⬆︎ 11.) Sponsor: The Blind Kitchen

Sponsor Since: January 15, 2026 📅️

Website: https://theblindkitchen.com/ 🌐️

About: The Blind Kitchen is an accessibility-driven culinary brand founded by legally blind chef and educator Debra Erickson. Built to help people with vision loss cook safely and confidently, The Blind Kitchen curates adaptive kitchen tools alongside clear, practical instruction, showing that losing sight doesn’t mean losing your place in the kitchen.

Through an intentionally accessible online experience and a growing library of step-by-step demos, tips, and strategies, The Blind Kitchen empowers blind and low-vision cooks (and the people who support them) to reclaim independence, creativity, and joy around food, because independence belongs in every kitchen.

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⬆︎ 10.) Sponsor: The Cooking Without Looking TV Show

Sponsor Since: January 12, 2026 📅️

Website: https://cookingwithoutlookingtv.wordpress.com/ 🌐️

About: The Cooking Without Looking TV Show is an award-worthy, barrier-breaking TV show and podcast created and executive produced by Renée Rentmeester to change the way we see blindness, by showing blind and low-vision cooks doing what they love: preparing delicious meals with confidence, creativity, and humor. Originally launched on public television, the series has grown into a multi-platform experience that features talented hosts and guest cooks who share real-life kitchen strategies, adaptive techniques, and the kind of practical know-how that makes cooking feel possible, enjoyable, and empowering for everyone.

Designed with accessibility at its core, Cooking Without Looking goes beyond what’s on the screen. Episodes emphasize clear, descriptive instruction and sensory cues, sound, texture, aroma, and timing, so viewers and listeners can truly follow along, and recipes are shared in ways that support independence. Produced through the Vision World Foundation, the show also connects audiences with resources and community, proving week after week that great cooking isn’t about eyesight, it’s about skill, curiosity, and the joy of making something wonderful.

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⬆︎ 9.) Sponsor: Driven By Purpose Podcast

Sponsor Since: November 3, 2025 📅️

Website: https://thedrivenbypurposepodcast.com 🌐️

About: We’re building more than a media company — we’re cultivating a global movement where purpose drives progress.

What began as a mission to create employment for the 1 in 4 Americans living with disabilities has grown into a dynamic platform at the intersection of advocacy, entrepreneurship, and innovation. Our goal is simple: to amplify the voices, solutions, and stories that are driven by purpose.

At Driven by Purpose, we spotlight purpose-led businesses, breakthrough technologies, and human stories that challenge limits and redefine what’s possible. From adaptive innovations to inspiring leaders, we explore how purpose fuels progress and unlocks potential.

But this isn’t just about raising awareness — it’s about taking action. Through powerful content, strategic partnerships, and accessible platforms, we’re building bridges between those who need solutions and those creating them.

⬆︎ 8.) Sponsor: The Blind Guide, LLC

Sponsor Since: October 6, 2025 📅️

Website: https://theblindguide.com 🌐️

About: The Blind Guide is passionate about helping people thrive with vision loss. My website includes many resources for people losing their vision and their caregivers. Register for my weekly blog post or read one or more of my eBook series, which cover the initial vision loss journey through education, entertainment, and home modifications.

Assistive technology is a key enabler of thriving with blindness. I’ve worked with emerging technologies to make everyday life more accessible and enjoyable, enabling independent travel, better access to sporting events, your inner musician, and so much more.

My ecosystem also includes resources for jobseekers and employers. The list of jobs someone who is blind cannot do is much shorter than the list of jobs they can do. Ask me about employment programs from cybersecurity to talent sourcing.

For employers, I can connect you with a hidden market of exceptional, resilient talent: people who are blind plus veterans and military spouses.

⬆︎ 7.) Sponsor: Able News at The Viscardi Center

Sponsor Since: July 4, 2025 📅️

Website: https://ablenews.com 🌐️

Email: ablenews@viscardicenter.org 📧️

About: Able News at The Viscardi Center is a monthly periodical for, by, and about people with disabilities. It amplifies the perspective of a diverse disability community and reports on news, technology, sports, health and wellness, culture, travel, advocacy and opportunities to learn and connect. It is a valuable resource and brings readers disability news like no other source.

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⬆︎ 6.) Sponsor: Aira

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/

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Social: Twitter | Facebook | LinkedIn | YouTube | Instagram

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.

⬆︎ 5.) Sponsor: Dr. Kirk Adams

Sponsor Since: July 22, 2024 📅️

Website: https://drkirkadams.com 🌐️

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 low-vision, 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.

⬆︎ 4.) Sponsor: Barrier Free Canada

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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⬆︎ 3.) Sponsor: Hadley

Sponsor Since: September 18th 2023 📅️

Website: https://hadleyhelps.org/ 🌐️

Email: info@hadleyhelps.org 📧️

Phone: (800) 323-4238 📱️

Get Started: https://hadleyhelps.org/learn 🎓

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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⬆︎ 2.) Sponsor: Eyes on Success

Sponsor Since: August 21, 2023 📅️

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

About: This half-hour weekly podcast and radio program discusses products, services and daily living tips for people with vision loss. It is available through radio reading services across North America, via several internet streaming services, and to everyone else as a podcast. To date, the show has been downloaded in all 50 states in the US and over 100 other countries on all the inhabited continents. Eyes On Success is hosted and produced by Peter Torpey and Nancy Goodman Torpey.

Each episode is basically a success story. Some are human stories of visually impaired people’s accomplishments in academics, employment, sports or pastimes. Others are descriptions of adaptive aids that enable visually impaired people to achieve things. These include screen readers, magnifiers, navigation aids, and others. In all cases, the focus is on success.

Eyes On Success has been airing weekly since January 2011. Prior to January 2013 the name of the show was ViewPoints. Other than the name, nothing has changed.

Listening To Eyes On Success

You can listen to Eyes On Success on your smart home device by saying “play the Eyes On Success podcast”, subscribe to the podcast wherever you get your podcasts, or listen on Apple Podcasts, iTunes, YouTube or your local radio reading service. Listeners can also follow the show on Facebook and X (Formerly Twitter).

Connecting with Eyes On Success

Email: To contact us with questions, comments or suggestions for future shows send an e-mail to hosts@EyesOnSuccess.net 📧️.

Weekly Announcements: If you would like to receive weekly announcements of upcoming episodes, you can join our low traffic “announcements only” list by sending an e-mail to: EyesOnSuccess+subscribe@GoogleGroups.com 📧️.

Email Forum: If you would like to connect with other listeners and share your thoughts about what you’ve heard on the show, you can join our listener email forum by sending an email to: EOS_Discuss+Subscribe@GoogleGroups.com 📧️

⬆︎ 1.) Sponsor: Pneuma Solutions

Sponsor Since: November 7th 2022 📅️

Website: https://pneumasolutions.com/ 🌐️

Email Newsletter: Click here to receive periodic news via email concerning Pneuma Solutions products for business, consumers and education.

Sales: (866) 202-0520 📱️

Support: (650) 249-1000 📱️

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.

⬆︎ 13.) Sponsor: Blind Professionals Network (BPN)

Sponsor Since: April 13, 2026 📅️

Website: https://blindpronet.org/ 🌐️

Email: BPN@BlindProNet.org 📧️

Phone: +1 (800) 699-8238 📱️

About: Blind Professionals Network (BPN) is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization dedicated to advancing the professional success of individuals who are blind or visually impaired. Fully staffed by BVI professionals, BPN’s wealth of education, passion, and lived experience leads the efforts in bridging the employment gap between talent and opportunity. Through our no cost professional development trainings, mentorship, and a dynamic network routed in our core values of the acronym “SUCCESS”, , we equip our members with the skills, confidence, and resources needed to thrive in today’s workforce. Complementing these premier services, our BPN Workplace Solutions division partners with employers to deliver custom Jaws training, accessibility testing, and professional development training to enhance inclusive hiring, training, and retention strategies. Together, these two focus areas Unite to break barriers and achieve professional success.

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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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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.

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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.

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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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