World of Accessibility

The pandemic has put an economic strain on most Americans. Yet, in New York City, artists who rely on in-person events like concerts and gallery showings have been hit hard….

Many issues that affect day-to-day life for people with disabilities are decided in state and federal legislatures. For example, a 1938 federal law permits some businesses to pay certain workers…

Many Americans voted by absentee ballot last election due to the pandemic. Absentee ballots are paper documents and require sight to fill out; for Americans who are blind or have…

Visitors explore the trails, use the campgrounds, and enjoy America’s public lands every day. But for many Americans with disabilities, these outdoor spaces can be inaccessible. Recently, the House Natural…

For most people, putting on deodorant is an effortless part of everyday life. But for many people with disabilities, applying deodorant poses difficulties. Noting the inaccessible aspects of deodorant (like…

As the pandemic drags on, video conferencing has become increasingly important. Yet, for those who primarily use sign language to communicate, video-conferencing presents accessibility challenges. (It can be hard for…

If you’re traveling by plane in the United States, you’ll undergo a TSA screening that always involves at least a little verbal communication. Yet, for some people with disabilities, verbal…

The Basics Many a battle over the interpretation of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) has taken place in United States courts. Earlier this month, in a reversal of a…

All U.S. states and territories follow the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines regarding COVID vaccination prioritization, yet the execution has varied throughout the country. Additionally, each state…

Accessibility goes to the beach! Los Angeles County has installed an access mat on Venice Beach so “people who have difficulty negotiating the sand can more fully and safely enjoy…

By Cara Conway, guest contributor from PAWS Before MATER, her papillon PAWS Hearing Dog, Molly was never able to fully relax. She was always worried that she was missing a…