Curb cut effect: what happens when something, designed with one demographic in mind, proves to benefit the larger population. —————————————————- The first captioned media was likely the silent movie, popular in public theaters a century ago. At the time, there…
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Accessibility and Sustainability: Considering the Global Picture
“New York City, Las Vegas are among the 10 most accessible cities in the world for people with disabilities,” reported CNBC.com in November 2022. Orlando is the only other North American city among the top ten: the remaining seven are…
Disability and Extreme-Weather Concerns
See also: Whoever you are and wherever you live, extreme-weather chances run high these days. And when extreme weather strikes, people with disabilities are in a high-risk bracket for serious injury. The best protection is advance preparation. Recommended apps for…