Written by Juliew Jone, Have Wheelchair Will Travel, July 31, 2024 There is so much exciting news at the moment – rock’n’roll festivals, exhibitions, art shows, and more – that it’s easy to miss something amazing. Here’s a round-up of everything that’s caught my attention lately. If you have any hot tips, please share them […]
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Cruise reporting, practical access guidance, reader questions, and firsthand notes for traveling with confidence.
ALS Ice Bucket Challenge
Written by ALS Society of Canada, August 6, 2024 Join the global movement: ALS Canada calls on Canadians to take the plunge and continue the momentum of the Ice Bucket Challenge Reflecting on the viral phenomenon of 2014 that united more than 260,000 Canadians and raised more than $17.2 million for ALS research, advocacy, information […]
Jet Lag, Olympic Gold, and Broadening Accessibility
Written by John Morris, WheelchairTravel.org, August 10, 2024 Hello again from Paris, France! The 2024 Olympic Games are winding down, with the closing ceremony scheduled to take place on Sunday. I had originally planned to depart Paris this past Wednesday for Brussels, Belgium, but adjusted my plans to take in more Olympic contests and to spend […]
5 Free Apps To Get Before You Travel
Written by Sheree Strange for Travel Without Limits, August 7, 2024 Technology has changed the way we travel, and it doesn’t always have to come at a cost. Here are five free apps to install before you travel. Travellers with disabilities can now experience their destinations more fully than ever before, thanks to software that’s […]
Mattel releases first blind Barbie doll
Written by Aisling Grace, August 1, 2024 The first blind Barbie has been released by toy company Mattel as the latest edition in its expanding collection of inclusive dolls. The blind doll, released by Mattel during its 65th anniversary year, has features that allow accessible play for children with sight loss as well as representing […]
Accessibility Scholarship Empowers Outreach to Most Unreached Group
Written by Juliana Muniz, Adventist Record, August 1, 2024 Financial assistance will support an Adventist teacher’s effort to assist the Deaf community. A Seventh-day Adventist schoolteacher in Australia has been awarded the Adventist Accessibility Scholarship (AAS) for her dedication to enhancing accessibility within the church and community. Jenaya Lewis, a teacher at Noosa Christian College […]