Month: November 2024 (page 9)

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Accessibility Meme: When you are asked to create an accessible product, tell them to create an accessible experience

When you are asked to create an accessible product, tell them to create an accessible experience. An accessible product alone might meet the minimum standards for the product, but an accessible experience ensures inclusivity at every touchpoint. Accessible products are…
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Accessibility Meme: Riding the Compliance Wave: Accessibility Deadlines vs. True Inclusion

Good News: There has been a noticeable increase in senior accessibility job postings recently. This uptick is a positive sign that organizations are recognizing the importance of accessibility and are seeking experts to lead these crucial initiatives. Bad News: This…
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The only person who can legitmately decide whether you are disable is you

The Only Person Who Can Legitimately Decide Whether You’re Disabled is You

For far too long, society has imposed definitions and judgments on what it means to be disabled. But here’s the truth: disability is a deeply personal experience, unique to every individual. Our essence of self-determination is diminished when others impose…
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What people should know BEFORE writing articles or creating products about accessibility

I read a lot of articles about accessibility, and also try out a lot of accessibility-related products. Some of them are very, very good. Others are cringe-worthy. These are the signs that I use to determine which to read to…
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Accessibility Meme: Ride share companies must be held accountable when drivers cancel on customers with service dogs

Ride share companies must be held accountable when drivers cancel on customers with service dogs. This isn’t just an inconvenience; it’s blatant discrimination affecting the independence and dignity of disabled individuals. The ADA is clear: service dogs are allowed in…
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You said I made you feel uncomfortable because I complained about disability discrimination?

When people with disabilities speak out about discrimination, it’s not to make others uncomfortable—it’s to shine a light on injustices that are frequently overlooked or ignored. The discomfort you feel hearing about these issues is a fraction of what we…
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Accessibility Meme: Disability isn’t a one-time event—it’s a year-round reality.

Disability isn’t a one-time event—it’s a year-round reality. The needs and feelings of people with disabilities don’t just exist on special days or in certain months. We live our experiences every single day, navigating a world that often overlooks or…
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