by Timi | Jan 30, 2025 | Assistive Technology & Devices, Accommodations, Assistive Devices, Commentary, Communication Barriers, Communication Disabilities, Hearing Disabilities, Invisible Disabilities
According to the HLAA, 62% of employees with a disability have an invisible disability. In a virtual environment, it’s even more challenging to know if we are providing all the necessary accommodations for our audience. As we continue to rely on digital communications...
by Timi | Jun 30, 2024 | Accessible Buildings, Accessible Communities, Accommodations, Environmental
In 2017, Tacoma, Washington, declared an emergency. The city’s growing unhoused population was becoming more and more unsustainable, with dozens of sites threatening public health and safety, officials argued, including the “Tacoma Jungle,” an encampment of dozens of...
by Timi | Apr 25, 2024 | Accessible Employment, Accommodations, Assistive Devices, Assistive Technology & Devices, Company Culture, Employing People with Disabilities
In today’s diverse and dynamic professional landscape, creating an inclusive work environment is not just a moral imperative but also a strategic advantage. By embracing diversity and making necessary adjustments to accommodate everyone, companies can unlock the...
by Timi | Nov 30, 2023 | Accessible Entrances, Accessible Transportation, Accommodations, Air Travel
United Airlines has agreed to improve air travel for passengers in wheelchairs after the federal government investigated a complaint by a disability-rights advocate. United and the Transportation Department said Thursday that the airline will add a filter to the...
by Timi | Jul 12, 2023 | Accessible Communities, Accommodations
TORONTO – The Ontario government is providing up to $1.5 million this year to not-for-profits and organizations across the province so they can develop tools and educational resources to raise awareness about the value and benefits of accessibility and help make...
by Timi | Dec 3, 2022 | Accessible Employment, Accessible Entrances, Accommodations, AODA Compliance, Employing People with Disabilities, Employment
As the pandemic lingers, Canadian employers are experiencing a human resources crunch, now commonly referred to as “The Great Resignation” or more aptly, “The Great Restructuring.” Adequate staffing and training are a significant challenge for many employers. But this...