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Access Information News for Monday, February 26, 2024 - Volume 951
The Week's News in Access Information
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California has stepped forward with a bold law to enforce web accessibility. Businesses, anywhere, with a website that can be viewed in the state could face damages of $4,000 per violation for failing to meet the standard.
How can they offset the cost of compliance? The total cost to defendants of these verdicts could be millions of dollars.
In March 2023, the states Assembly introduced bill AB 1757, which would make the failure of websites to adhere to WCAG a violation of the state's accessibility laws. This bold step now requires a bold step by Congress.
By amending the Federal Research and development Tax Credit through the proposed Tax Recovery Act, technology, website developers, and users could offset these costs by up to 100%.
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This article discusses the Broadway show "How to Dance in Ohio," its representation of disability, and its early closure after a short run.
Starbucks introduces a unique store design centered on enhancing accessibility and inclusivity.
Jennifer McShane discusses the need for more inclusivity and openness in conversations about disability, dating, and sex.
A U.S. Magistrate Judge has dismissed a visually impaired man's website accessibility claim, presenting an open legal question for the Third Circuit.
A Texas housekeeping company agrees to pay $525,000 in a disability discrimination lawsuit settlement.
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Good Codes of Conduct are a useful thing for so many places. Well worded, collaborative, sensible and kind, they can add so much to the need to keep people safe, and keep them clear about what's expected of them. Unfortunately, some Codes of Conduct are written by teams who have not had diversity training.
A rambling collection of thoughts from reading through the WebAIM Screen Reader User Survey #10 Results. Most of this was in a Masto thread, but I opted to post it here so I can laugh at myself later.
My final thoughts? I am simply tired of so-called service! I am tired of certain departments simply choosing to wear down Canadians with disabilities! And I am tired of the Canadian Human Rights Commission simply sitting there and looking the other way! Just my two cents for today!
The additions include an automated player control takeover and a route navigation system.
This article discusses the role of Rhode Island long-term disability lawyers in assisting individuals with disability claims, highlighting the complexities of the process and the importance of legal expertise in navigating eligibility criteria and securing rightful benefits.
Telehealth is not very accessible to the deaf and hard of hearing. This is the case for all patients regardless of whether they prefer sign language, speaking, or captions. Medical providers need to be proactive by offering multiple modes of communication.
Tolchin, Ankam, and Rydberg's article in the medical journal highlights 12 tips for integrating disability education in undergraduate medical education, addressing health disparities faced by people with disabilities and enhancing medical school curricula.
This article from Disability Rights Galaxy explains the waiting period for disability insurance policies, typically required before receiving benefits after illness or injury. It also offers strategies to potentially shorten this waiting period.
Being deaf in a hearing world presents some barriers, of course. But for me, deafness has been an overwhelmingly positive part of my life, not a problem that needs a "fix."
When navigating the new Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.2 updates, it's important not to just focus on meeting compliance, but to reflect on how it impacts your very real users. To achieve this, combining WCAG 2.2 standards with user testing is key. This way, you can ensure that your website and digital content not only meet the standards, but also genuinely cater to the needs of real users. In this blog post, we'll delve into the recent updates in WCAG 2.2 and discuss how these changes can significantly impact the lives of users, focussing on the lived experiences of disabled individuals.
If you're a website owner, developer, accessibility advocate, or simply someone interested in creating more inclusive online experiences, this blog post is a must-read. In this narrative, I delve into the journey of purchasing a gym membership from a popular local gym, focusing on accessibility for screen reader users. I highlight positive and negative accessibility points encountered along the way, offering valuable lessons and takeaways for improving website accessibility. Whether you want to enhance your website's accessibility, advocate for inclusive design practices, or simply gain a deeper understanding of accessibility challenges, you'll gain insights into my experience as a blind screen reader user and leave with practical guidance to implement on any website.
Elphinstone is revolutionizing Pakistani investing by providing easy USD access, targeting the growing middle class for financial empowerment. This transformative platform emerges as a key player in Pakistan's dynamic financial landscape.
Comments about the JD-Next exam highlight significant concerns regarding its security, integrity, scalability, and accommodations, emphasizing the need for addressing these issues.
This article guides on claiming benefits from the California State Disability Insurance program, which provides partial wage replacement for workers needing time off due to disability or family care.
Digostics and University Hospital Southampton introduce a groundbreaking home oral glucose tolerance testing service for gestational diabetes, enhancing accessibility and user satisfaction.
A Coca-Cola delivery man whose Tourette syndrome caused him to use profanity and racial slurs when stocking customer stores was not entitled to keep that job under the Americans With Disabilities Act, a federal appeals court has ruled.
A small business in Maine started receiving letters from attorneys in New York according to a WGME story . These attorneys offered to help Lisa-Marie's Made in Maine with a lawsuit against them. The business had no idea what this was about. They thought it was a scam. Unfortunately, it wasn't. The business received court papers. They stated a blind person named Andrew Toro couldn't buy a t-shirt on their website. This business wasn't alone. The name "Andrew Toro" appears on more than 100 federal lawsuits filed with the New York Southern District. In this episode of A11y Insights, Ken Nakata from Converge Accessibility and Equal Entry CEO and founder Thomas Logan talk about the lawsuits and their impact on small businesses.
We are proud to announce this year's winners of the axe awards below so they are recognized for their outstanding work in accessibility. Please join us and the rest of the accessibility community in celebrating their efforts and advancements.
The world has finally been gifted with the first feature-length motion picture without pictures — something that might sound like the opposite of what a movie should be. Directed by Tony Krawitz and presented by Mastercard, Touch uses only the power of sound to tell its story, and it sets a new precedent for inclusivity in film for a community often left in the dark.
A class action lawsuit alleges LinkedIn tracked activities of members on the California DMV website, potentially compromising their information.
This article highlights the challenge of finding accessible cell phones for users with disabilities and presents top choices.
Solana partners with Filecoin to improve data accessibility, leveraging Filecoin's decentralized file-saving system for blockchain history.
Let's play a design game. The task is to come up with the most accessible, most inclusive alarm clock.
The widespread use of video in recent decades has led to legislation, the CVAA, that requires making video content more accessible when repurposed for digital channels. These requirements stipulate that online video and gaming content include captions and audio descriptions. These assistive technologies help people with hearing and visual impairments experience videos and video games. In this post, we define the meaning of the CVAA, describe what makes an accessible video, and outline how your company can meet the associated requirements.
Explore the historical "War of the Dots," a pivotal debate over tactile reading systems for the blind, where Braille and New York Point contended for supremacy. Discover how technological advances, Helen Keller's influence, and the quest for a standardized system led to Braille's ultimate victory, shaping the future of reading for the visually impaired.
There are growing calls for more awareness about the need to make event venues accessible for everyone.
David Holladay, the cofounder of Raised Dot Computing, and a longtime employee and supporter of Duxbury Systems, has died. David's impact can be felt both in the early development of talking software for Apple II computers and in his relentless drive to provide the best braille software.
This blog will discuss the steps I took to get to an accessibility strategy for a company with eight million customers. I'll caveat this post by saying my approach is not perfect, but it worked for me, and it might just work for you. I was supported by some exceptional, very senior 'strategy people' who provided steer and guidance throughout.
WestJet chief executive Alexis von Hoensbroech apologized for incidents where the airline failed to accommodate people living with disabilities, saying he hopes to improve travel accessibility.
Minister Kamal Khera welcomed the first report from Canada's Chief Accessibility Officer, Stephanie Cadieux, advancing the Accessible Canada Act's goals. The report emphasizes the need for a barrier-free Canada, focusing on training, regulation, funding, and data for accessibility. It reflects the Government's commitment to disability inclusion and the shared responsibility for an inclusive society.
A former nonequity partner at Wilson Elser Moskowitz Edelman & Dicker is not entitled to long-term disability benefits because he failed to show that his chronic fatigue syndrome was so severe that it kept him from performing the regular duties of his job, a federal judge has ruled.
In the recent update to version 19.2 (February 2024) of InDesign, new features were introduced to improve the export of accessible EPUBs, thanks to expert advice from the Better EPUB from InDesign working group, and encouragement from the Accessible Books Consortium and the Federation of European Publishers.
Many of us with a vision impairment know how difficult it is to distinguish one banknote from another, but as the saying goes, there's an app for that.
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Bring your questions, tips, and tricks, and talk with other Voiceover users! This workshop will take place online.
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Are you a blind or low vision college student approaching graduation and weighing career options? Consider joining the federal workforce, and make it a point to join this rare opportunity to learn how to navigate the hiring process as an applicant with a disability.
10AM PT, 11AM MT, 12PM CT, 1PM ET, 6PM GMT
Workshop series hosted by Pandas, NumFOCUS, and Iota. This five-workshop series will teach the fundamentals of data analysis and sonification using nonvisual tools and technologies. Designed for those who are blind, low vision, or who have difficulty accessing visual tools for data science. No prior experience with Python or data science is needed.
10AM PT, 11AM MT, 12PM CT, 1PM ET, 6PM GMT
Join Marisa Church and Michael Vitagliano to learn about navigating and working with JAWS and Excel. This webinar will cover worksheet navigation, cell editing, basic formulas, formatting, and ribbon options. Ideal for both new and experienced JAWS users.
5AM PT, 6AM MT, 7AM CT, 8AM ET, 1PM GMT
Join AbilityNet's free webinar on Feb 28, 2024, for older adults to learn digital skills. Discover tips for using digital devices, insights on Alexa and Echo, and enhance your digital independence. Register for post-session recordings.
8AM PT, 9AM MT, 10AM CT, 11AM ET, 4PM GMT
Menus 4 All employs cutting-edge technology to provide a variety of accessibility features. Users can adjust text size, contrast, and even choose between different color schemes, ensuring that the app caters to a diverse range of visual needs. Allergen and Dietary Information:
Understanding dietary restrictions and allergens is crucial for many diners. Menus 4 All compiles comprehensive information about the ingredients used in dishes, allowing users to filter menu items based on their dietary preferences or restrictions. This feature ensures a safe and enjoyable dining experience for individuals with specific dietary needs. Multi-Language Support: In an era of globalization, Menus 4 All recognizes the importance of breaking language barriers. The app provides multi-language support, allowing users to view menus in their preferred language. This feature is particularly beneficial for tourists or individuals in multicultural communities.
10AM PT, 11AM MT, 12PM CT, 1PM ET, 6PM GMT
Final workshop in the series focusing on data analysis and sonification using nonvisual tools. Designed for the blind, low vision, or those having difficulty with visual tools in data science. Covers Python basics, Pandas library, data exploration, and sonification.
Ability Summit is a one-day, free digital event on March 7, 2024. It celebrates people with disabilities, allies, and accessibility leaders. The event will provide learning opportunities, focusing on inclusive culture and accessible technology, with real-life stories and discussions on accessibility.
The CSUN Assistive Technology Conference from March 18 to 22, 2024, is a premier forum on technology for all persons with disabilities. Sponsored by California State University, Northridge's Center on Disabilities, the conference is a platform for sharing knowledge and innovations in assistive technology.
11AM PT, 12PM MT, 1PM CT, 2PM ET, 7PM GMT
Bring your questions, tips and tricks and talk with other Voiceover users! This workshop will take place online.
To be on the mailing list for the conference, send email to: ADA-OSU@osu.edu ✉
6AM PT, 7AM MT, 8AM CT, 9AM ET, 2PM GMT
Power Up is an annual conference held by Missouri Assistive Technology providing opportunities to learn more about assistive technology for various purposes. The conference will be held at the Holiday Inn Executive Center in Columbia, MO.
10AM PT, 11AM MT, 12PM CT, 1PM ET, 6PM GMT
Audio Description (AD) makes visual images accessible for people who are blind or have low vision. Using words that are succinct, vivid, and imaginative, media describers convey the visual image from television and film that is not fully accessible to a significant segment of the population (more than 32 million Americans experience significant vision loss). The implementation of the 21st Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act has spawned a virtual cottage industry for the development of description for broadcast television. Be a part of it. Who Should Attend: Anyone interested in: Working as freelance description writers for broadcast television. Working as a describer in a
local performing arts program. Working as a describer for museum exhibitions. And experienced audio describers desiring an updated refresher course.
Join the inaugural EmTech Digital Europe in London, April 2024. Experience live journalism, exclusive content, and insights from industry experts.
Please join us on April 18th, 2024, at the Japanese American National Museum in Los Angeles, CA, as we gather to celebrate the extraordinary achievements of individuals who have made a profound impact for people who are blind or have low vision.
In its 12th year at MIT, EmTech Digital focuses on the future of AI in business and society. Join this notable conference in May 2024.
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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.
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Our first of its kind Remote Incident Manager has long since prided itself on providing unmatched remote desktop accessibility across both Windows and Mac. As we approach the anniversary of the Mac OS port of RIM's big reveal, we celebrate with present-day improvements! Among the many new features - voice conversations during unattended sessions (with target user consent), ability to install without admin on Windows, etc. one of our most exciting features for Mac support pros is the ability to view a list of running packages and installed apps on the target Mac! The excitement doesn't stop there, however. Remember our weekend support package? The price hasn't changed, but the unlimited weekend support time that comes with the package just saw an increase! Current and future weekend support subscribers can now provide unlimited support from 7:00 PM (according to local timezone) until 11:59 PM on Sunday! There's never been a better time to get in on the action!
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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.
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We regularly deliver Technology Podcasts on topics that support you. Show content ranges from chats and debates about the latest Inclusive Tech, Meet the Team interviews, interviews with developers about their latest innovations, Tech Tips, and Seeing it Your Way interviews where we speak to Vision Ireland Service Users about how Technology has enabled them by breaking down barriers and leveling playing fields.
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Inspired by the determination to overcome any obstacle, Vision Ireland transforms the lives of people who are blind or vision impaired to deliver tangible change to today's needs. We offer timely information and support, relevant technology and innovative programs to sustain those with a vision impairment in education, in the workplace, and in wider society.
The National Council for the Blind of Ireland, the country's leading sight loss charity serving the approximate 55,000 people who are blind or vision impaired to live confidently and independently.
Our suite of programs provides practical and emotional support, rehabilitation and opening pathways to education, employment, and full participation in community and public life. It means raising awareness to ensure children and adults with a significant sight loss have the same opportunities, rights, and choices as anyone else in society.
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Often when a person learns that they or a loved one — a parent, child or partner — is losing their sight, they have a lot of questions and fears. They are faced with a new version of their life — one that initially seems limited and scary. Vision Ireland empowers those living with sight loss in several meaningful ways to enable them to continue living independent and fulfilling lives. Vision Ireland has a crucial role to play in creating a world without barriers for people with sight loss. We want to support, educate and change how people see sight loss in this country.
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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.
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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).
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About: TTS (Total Tech Solutions) is a startup technology company owned and operated in the Dallas Fort Worth area which specializes in offering services for the blind and visually impaired. While this is it's main focus, TTS also caters to the general public. Since its founding, TTS continues to make strides in demonstrating the countless ways blind and visually impaired individuals can contribute in all aspects of the workforce. This is one of the reasons why this company chooses to hire applicants who are visually impaired; to prove that there is a place in society for persons of any type of visual impairment, and to create a positive environment so one can thrive, live life to their fullest potential and to be a positive example to their communities and their families.
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Moving the public policy needle is both difficult and costly. Access Ready has one of the most experienced teams in the business who have shown results. We have fostered Congressional language on accessible websites, elections, healthcare, communications, and other areas touched by information and communications technologies. These efforts are costly and we need your help to continue. Become an Access Ready supporter and create an accessible future for people with disabilities.
Sponsor Since: December 19th 2022 📅
Website: https://accessready.org/ 🌐️
Email: info@accessready.org 📧️
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.
If you need assistance with a new accessible website, document remediation or disability consulting of other kinds, Access Ready can help. We seek out the best in the business and bring them to you already vetted as to quality, professionalism and ability. By going through AccessReady.org to one of our qualified providers, you're not only getting the best, but supporting our advocacy and technological development efforts as well.
Sponsor Since: December 13th 2022 📅
Website: https://accessready.org/ 🌐️
Email: info@accessready.org 📧️
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.
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Website: https://accessinformationnews.com/dearsponsor 🌐️
Phone: (855) 578-6660 📱️
Email: news@accessinformationnews.com 📧️
About: Founded in 2022, Access Information News is the world's leading not-for-profit access information news publication that reaches over 25,000 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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➜ Access Information News News Team
Distribution Since: 2022
As of November 7, 2022 the distribution of Access Information News is made possible by our Sponsors, our Supporters and Mind Vault Solutions, Ltd., a leading international provider of professionally outsourced marketing administration and consultation services.
Any time the Access Information News Publication carries less than its Sponsor limit, Mind Vault Solutions, Ltd. donates the remaining dollars necessary to keep the publication running.
Please help us to support the ongoing distribution of this publication. Learn more today at: https://accessinformationnews.com/dearsponsor.
Volunteer Publisher Since: November 7, 2022
Location: Mayfield Heights, Ohio
Time Zone: Eastern Standard Time (EST/EDT) (GMT-5/GMT-4)
In addition to serving as Publisher for Access Information News Aaron also serves as Publisher for the Top Tech Tidbits Publication and is also the President and Senior Project Management Professional for Mind Vault Solutions, Ltd.
As Publisher Aaron oversees the weekly distribution of Access Information News on behalf of Mind Vault Solutions, Ltd.
Aaron also serves as a Volunteer Editor to Access Information News.
Aaron Di Blasi, PMP
Email: publisher@accessinformationnews.com 📧️
Toll-Free: +1 (855) 578-6660 📱️
Publisher (2022-Present)
Access Information News 🌐
The Week's News in Access Information
Publisher (2020-Present)
Top Tech Tidbits 🌐
The Week's News in Access Technology
Sr. Project Management Professional (2006 - Present)
Mind Vault Solutions, Ltd. 🌐
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Certified:
Digital Marketing Associate
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Social Marketing Professional
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Email Marketing Professional
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Volunteer Editor Since: November 7, 2022
Location: Boulder, Colorado
Time Zone: Mountain Standard Time (MST/MDT) (GMT-7/GMT-6)
In addition to serving as an Editor to Access Information News, John also serves as an Editor to the Top Tech Tidbits Publication 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.
John Hanlin, Esq.
Editorial Contributor (2022-Present)
Access Information News 🌐
The Week's News in Access Information
Editorial Contributor (2020-Present)
Top Tech Tidbits 🌐
The Week's News in Access Technology
Board of Trustees (2006 - Present)
Mind Vault Solutions, Ltd. 🌐
Innovative ideas. Solutions that perform.
Volunteer Editor Since: November 7, 2022
Location: Des Moines, Iowa
Time Zone: Central Standard Time (CST/CDT) (GMT-6/GMT-5)
In addition to serving as an Editor to Access Information News, Jenna also serves as an Editor to the Top Tech Tidbits Publication 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.
Jenna Lang, PMP
Editorial Contributor (2022-Present)
Access Information News 🌐
The Week's News in Access Information
Editorial Contributor (2020-Present)
Top Tech Tidbits 🌐
The Week's News in Access Technology
Project Management Professional (2022 - Present)
Mind Vault Solutions, Ltd. 🌐
Innovative ideas. Solutions that perform.
Volunteer Editorial Contributor 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.
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.
David Woodbridge
X (Formerly Twitter): @dwoodbridge
Mastodon: woody@dragonscave.space
iSee Podcast: https://davidwoodbr.podbean.com
Vision Australia Radio Talking Tech: https://omny.fm/shows/talking-tech-vision-australia-radio
Editorial Contributor (2023-Present)
Access Information News 🌐
The Week's News in Access Information
Editorial Contributor (2023-Present)
Top Tech Tidbits 🌐
The Week's News in Access Technology
National Commercial Assistive Technology Advisor
(1990 - Present)
Vision Australia 🌐
Live the life you choose. We're here to support all Australians who are blind or have low vision.
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