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Adaptive Tools for Cooking
What Adaptive tools to use for cooking? Do you love to cook? Do you have a physical mobility impairment where you need adaptive cooking utensils to help you? There are so many wonderful products on the market and I'm curious what you use? Please post some of your adaptive solutions that help you cook. Here are a few…
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Banking Accessibility
Banking Accessibility Accommodations Do you have a physical mobility impairment and have trouble using the ATM? Do you have a vision impairment and don't have the proper accommodations in the bank to perform your banking needs safely and privately? Accessibility in banking is still not very inclusive for people with…
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Accessible Banking Sites/Apps
Was wondering if anyone had thoughts on Banking sites/apps and their accessibility/inaccessibility. As a small business owner I purposely selected my banking based upon how accessible the bank's website and banking are are. Does anyone else have any experiences?
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Welcome to the Open Inclusion Community
Welcome to the Open Inclusion Community! Thanks for filling in the registration form and joining our Open Community. We’re so glad you chose to join us! Our community is built with, for, and by you and other people across the community with lived experiences of disabilities. When you share your thoughts through a variety…
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The Value of a dyslexic diagnose?
There is a debate of the value or a dyslexic Diagnose amongst academics. For me it had huge value in understanding me and the challenges I fancied. They also opened a gate way to support and be able to continue Education. .
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Adaptive drawing and writing tools made with 3-D printer
TechOWL PA, the Technology for Our Whole Lives program, is Pennsylvania's premier initiative dedicated to enhancing the lives of individuals with disabilities through assistive technology. With a mission to provide access, education, and advocacy, TechOWL PA offers a wide range of services, including device lending…
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Autistic Lioness wants to inspire others
Timely article with the Euro 2024 happening. This article explains how difficult it can be to fit in a team sport when you have a Neurodiverse like Autism.
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How do we hold train companies accountable for not meeting basic communication needs?
I came across an article discussing how dirty windows on a commuter transit service make it difficult for riders to see which station they are at: As a deaf person, I heavily rely on visual cues to know which stop I am at. Dirty windows are a significant issue for me, but that's not the only problem. NJ Transit's rolling…
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Geek Girl: Teen drama tackling Neurodiversity
I read this article about a teen drama on Netflix and wondered if anyone else had seen it and what their thoughts were?
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AI helping people with Dyslexia
I think this article really highlights how AI is helping people like me with dyslexia and the written word in education and the work place.
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ADHD as a superpower
I thought I share this article as it talks about the pros and cons of ADHD
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Disabled workers in the skill gap
Disabled workers in the skill gap Workers with disabilities can help out with the skills gap in different industries. We know this. As someone who has been navigating these programs recently, I find it always good to see them highlighted. Having a benefit counselor is essential.. There are programs like Ticket to Work…
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Start Up Business
Hello, I am starting a consulting business after spending the prior 10 years in public service and government. What are some strategies for reaching C-Suite and Boards to present them with the services that my business offers?
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Netflix Launches Fellowship for Filmmakers with Disabilities
Netflix Launches Fellowship for Filmmakers with Disabilities Netflix is funding the Visionary Fellowship, a yearlong program supporting filmmakers with disabilities. This initiative, managed by the Inevitable Foundation, offers $55,000 per participant to create short films, along with mentorship, health insurance,…
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How we protect your privacy
Open Inclusion is deeply committed to respecting and protecting your privacy. This commitment to protecting your privacy is true of any engagement with us, including, when you use the www.openinclusion.com website when you are engaging on this community platform (registered or as a guest) when you choose to engage with us…
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How we protect your privacy
Open Inclusion is deeply committed to respecting and protecting your privacy. This commitment to protecting your privacy is true of any engagement with us, including, when you use the www.openinclusion.com website when you are engaging on this community platform (registered or as a guest) when you choose to engage with us…
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HSBC disabled employees too
It was great to see at last HSBC recognising it has staff with access needs as well as customers, let hope they can use there insights to deliver more accessible banking to all.
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[USA] New web accessibility regulations for government/educational institutions
I came across this article at work as I work in communications for a school for the Deaf. The ADA laws were recently updated to ensure the digital presence of state and local governments complies with Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) Level AA. Since K-12 schools and higher education institutions receive…
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Disabled artists
Great to see disabled artist including those with neurodiverse work shown and celebrated.
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Low spoons day, healthy food
Low spoons day, healthy food I have recently been very busy and having low spoons day with my chronic conditions. I still want to eat something healthy but it needs to be easy. I have been getting "salad kits" where all I have to do is open up the bag, which is actually easy for me to open, pour the greens into a bowl, and…
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Pre booked assistance on trains inflated
It is shocking to hear that rail companies over inflated stats on pre booked rail assistance to support the office ticket closures as disabled people and organisations, plus workers unions were fighting this. Clearly customer care does not exist.
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Rail companies use fake disabled mystery shoppers
I found this socking and disgusting, why are they not using disabled mystery shoppers to get true insights and experience. I believe there are enough disabled people who would be willing to give feedback and mystery shop for rail companies.
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Ofsted big listen for children to complete with a you tube video and question read out.
Often Children are ignored and not listen to either when the customer so it great to see them included in this. I also love the idea of the You tube video alongside the survey which reads to questions along, more survey's and forms etc should have this for adults too.
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Uk new special schools announced
I saw the news that new special schools are been planned and with the current issues with SEND provisional I should be pleased but actually was sceptical. Then I read another article that confirmed my concerns.
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UK based activities for disabled adults
Hello Open Community, I've been trying to figure out some activities for me and my brother to do out of the house which is accessible to our needs. Ideally, we need quiet times, break-out rooms, and generally not to be too overstimulating. I was thinking of Marwell Zoo here in the UK! It actually does look like they have…
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UK General election
I was thinking about the UK general election and what it means for us disabled people and when look to see what each party was saying/promising. I found this website explaining why the Uk general election is important for disabled people.
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Exploring Samsung's Accessibility Features: Enhancing Usability for All
Exploring Samsung's Accessibility Features: Enhancing Usability for All Samsung is dedicated to making its technology accessible to everyone. Here are eight key features they offer: Relumino Mode and SeeColors Mode: These improve visual clarity on TVs and devices for users with low vision. TalkBack: This feature reads the…
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Apple has announced a series of new accessibility features- eye tracking
Apple has announced a series of new accessibility features- eye-tracking Apple has announced a series of new accessibility features for iPhones and iPads, with the standout addition being eye-tracking technology. This feature will allow users to control their devices using just their eyes, leveraging the front-facing…
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Google's partnerships in Kenya bring Chromebooks to low vision and blind children
Google's partnerships in Kenya bring Chromebooks to low vision and blind children. Google celebrates Global Accessibility Awareness Day by showcasing its efforts to improve accessibility features on Chromebooks. They're making significant strides in Kenya by providing Chromebooks to schools for the blind, enabling students…
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Have you heard of a CEA Card? UK
The CEA Card is a national card scheme developed for UK cinemas by the UK Cinema Association (UKCA). The Card enables a disabled cinema guest to receive a complimentary ticket for someone to go with them when they visit a participating cinema. The Card is also one way for cinemas to make sure they look after their disabled…