by Kyra Coates | Jul 25, 2024 | Uncategorized
In today’s world, fostering inclusivity and accessibility is foundational to creating an equitable society. Ensuring that individuals with disabilities have equal opportunities to participate fully in all aspects of life is not just a moral obligation but...
by Kyra Coates | Jul 17, 2024 | Blog
(Image: Doug Brown and Gene Turitz, founders of Center for Independent Living’s Van Modification Shop, carrying the CIL banner at the Disabled Peoples’ Civil Rights Day March and Rally in San Francisco, Oct. 20, 1979. Credit: Ken Stein) The Center for People...
by Kyra Coates | May 30, 2024 | Blog
(Image: Someone grabs a handrail in a bathroom, one component of Universal Design in the home.) In today’s world, where diversity is valued and inclusion is a priority, creating spaces that cater to everyone’s needs is no longer a nicety, but a...
by Kyra Coates | May 29, 2024 | Uncategorized
(Image: A man who is deafblind sits and works with a Support Service Provider as they communicate using tactile signing. Photo from The Lighthouse for the Blind.) In the quiet corners of our communities, many people with dual sensory loss—both hearing and...
by Kyra Coates | May 23, 2024 | Blog
(Image: A woman with Down Syndrome speaks with a professional to advocate for her needs.) Imagine standing at a crossroads, unsure which path to take. This is often the reality for people with disabilities navigating a world that may not always be designed with...
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