#AXSChat interview with Thea Kurdi, VP at DesignABLE Environments. From the human rights code to evidence-based design and increased marketability, Kurdi shares her passion for how accessibility is fundamental to successful architecture.
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AXSChat Twitter chat with Vernon Sankey & Katey Lockwood.
In 2018 Vernon published a book called The Stairway to Happiness which includes many of the techniques and lessons of Cognitive Psychology and, in 2019, he co-authored, with Ms Katey Lockwood, a second book called: The Way; Finding Peace in Turbulent Times.
NTIA Finds Digital Divide Disproportionately Effects Blacks, Hispanics, Asian-Americans
June 11, 2020 — A survey from the National Telecommunications and Information Administration, conducted in November 2019, is a crucial snapshot of internet usage in America prior to the impact of the coronavirus pandemic, revealing a continued gap in bandwidth… Read More ›
Will Apple’s AR glasses revolutionize accessibility tech?
The company’s long-expected AR spectacles may well support prescription lenses. Source: Will Apple’s AR glasses revolutionize accessibility tech?
USDOT Launches Challenge to Design Accessible AV Solutions
The Inclusive Design Challenge is seeking automated vehicle (AV) solutions that are designed to be more accessible to people with disabilities. The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) has opened Stage I of the Inclusive Design Challenge, a national prize competition… Read More ›
Non-accessible period for rail replacement vehicles gets extension
A Department for Transport letter explained how buses and coaches performing rail replacement duties can apply for exemption from accessibility requirements until December 31. Source: Non-accessible period for rail replacement vehicles gets extension
Users driving conversations about accessibility on Twitter
Users driving conversations about accessibility on Twitter