Sweetwater Spectrum sits on almost three acres, four blocks west of downtown Sonoma, in California’s wine country. It is a zen-like campus, with an organic garden, pool and wide pathways connecting a series of low-rise buildings decorated in neutral colors and sporting acoustical ceilings, motion detectors for lighting and soundproof walls. Floors have both heating […]

The use of navigation apps is increasing both in everyday life as well as during specialized activities like cycling and hiking. Many such navigation apps are also available for the blind, with RightHear being one of the most promising. RightHear, developed by an Israeli start-up, seeks to expand its global footprint. Moving around in an […]

Global, July 21 2021 For the more than one billion people in the world who live with some kind of disability, travelling can be a challenging affair. Recognizing the importance of removing unnecessary barriers to tourism, ISO has published a standard to help the industry make travel accessible to everyone. ISO 21902, Tourism and related services – Accessible tourism for all – […]

Project summary Objective This project seeks to elevate the level of accessibility currently achieved by new school designs. Outputs will include: Clarification and itemisation of existing accessibility requirements of the Educational Facilities, Standards and Guidelines (EFSG). Updated review documentation and processes to ensure existing requirements are being consistently implemented. New accessibility EFSG requirements to include […]

$100,000 received for accessibility upgrades at Mermaid Street offices and elsewhere The Sunshine Coast Association for Community Living (SCACL) will be receiving $100,000 in federal funding to help renovate the association’s offices and housing used by persons with disabilities. Patrick Weiler, MP for West Vancouver–Sunshine Coast–Sea to Sky Country, was in Sechelt July 15 announcing […]

$100,000 received for accessibility upgrades at Mermaid Street offices and elsewhere The Sunshine Coast Association for Community Living (SCACL) will be receiving $100,000 in federal funding to help renovate the association’s offices and housing used by persons with disabilities. Patrick Weiler, MP for West Vancouver–Sunshine Coast–Sea to Sky Country, was in Sechelt July 15 announcing […]

Asia-Pacific, Assistive Technology, Universal Design, July 15 2021 INDIA: A Museum of Possibilities, a permanent exhibition on assistive devices and accessible technology for differently abled people, is getting readied in the city by the State Commissionerate for the Welfare of the Disabled and Vidya Sagar, a non-governmental organisation. The museum, which will open this year, will […]

TO Toilet Codes co-founder and illustrator Michael Deforge talks about washroom inaccessibility and its impact on Toronto communities.

Americas, Tourism, July 9 2021 Enjoying nature and attending events in hotels and restaurants in Guanacaste and the rest of the country is still a privilege that excludes people with disabilities. That’s why the Costa Rican Accessible Tourism Network teamed up with the State Distance University (UNED- Universidad Estatal a Distancia), the Costa Rican Tourism Institute […]

Gary and Joan McEwan have a vision. “We are trying to make a completely inclusive building,” said Gary. “Because we have lived a life of inaccessibility in our town.” The Kelowna couple’s 14-year-old son Ben is disabled and has a lot of special needs. “Ben does not walk … he doesn’t talk, he doesn’t […]