Why much of the internet is closed off to blind people
As our everyday world moves increasingly online, the digital landscape presents new challenges for ensuring accessibility for the blind. A recent court challenge against Domino’s pizza may be a watershed case guiding the rights of disabled people on the internet, writes James Jeffrey.
My husband is not restricted by his wheelchair – it’s the lack of access that’s the problem
My children’s school, restaurants, aisles and footpaths – I lose count of the times each day I think ‘that would be hard for him’
Office of Inclusive Design will provide resources for campus-wide accessibility issues
With the development of the OID, students will have more resources to learn about, provide, and acquire accessibility on campus. In addition, the creation of the OID will allow the SDC to concentrate on aiding students with disabilities in their successful completion of their desired degree.
Disability Support Organisation Leads Way in Accessible and Inclusive Workplaces
With many buildings presenting accessibility barriers for people with disability, one company is prioritizing inclusive and accessible work spaces by relocating to a new office.
Cincinnati Art Museum Looks Toward Accessibility with a New Front Entrance Ramp
The Cincinnati Art Museum will begin construction on a new front entrance ramp this week. The ramp comes as an addition to the DeWitt entrance, an accessible entrance at the back of the building.
Demanding accessibility at BU
For students with disabilities at Binghamton University, navigating college both inside and outside the classroom is no small task.
A Wake Up Call on the Urgent Need to Remove Barriers
Canada has received a wake-up call in recent months about the urgent need to remove physical barriers in the built environment and improve accessibility for people of all abilities.
A Smart City Is an Accessible City
A new breed of accessibility apps can make life easier for people with disabilities. They can also make it harder.
Would You Take the ‘Walk to Get Your Groceries’ Challenge?
Strong Towns wants to change the way Americans see the places they live—such as what a walk to the store reveals about infrastructure.
Access All Areas: Designing Spaces and Places for Diverse Sensory Needs
For those with specific sensory experiences — from deafness and blindness to autism — the design of spaces can help or hinder. Increasingly, architects and clients are working together to create environments that are more inclusive than ever before