Nominate a Direct Support Professional or Employer Advocate Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) are vital to the life experiences of many people with disabilities in Maryland. From employment support to community living assistance, DSPs are many times the key difference between community participation and isolation for those with disabilities. The Maryland Department of Disabilities (MDOD) and […]
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Digital Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities The objective of the UNESCO / Emir Jaber al-Ahmad al-Jaber al-Sabah Prize for Digital Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities is to recognize the outstanding contributions of individuals and organizations in promoting the inclusion; and enhancing the lives of persons with disabilities through the application of digital solutions, resources, and […]
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Posted in AT News, Education, Mystery Monday on Aug 1st, 2016
Microsoft is accepting new candidates for its unique autism hiring program. For more information or to help spread the word visit http://msft.it/6017Bxg65. The goal of this program is to attract talent and build an inclusive approach to support individuals on the Autism spectrum that will contribute to the way we work as a company in building […]
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It took some whittling this week to scale back on all of the AT & disability-related tweets we sent out. But I think this is really the best-of-the-best: hearing colors, thought controlled coffee pots (squeal!!!), app-based vision tests and WAY more. AT in the news for the week of 7/25 – 7/29 “Until there is a cure for ALS, technology […]
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Testing & Teaching iOS VoiceOver App Accessibility August 3, 2016 3:00 pm- 4:15 pm VoiceOver, a feature Apple has built into all iOS devices to enable Braille and speech access for users who are unable to see the screen, has revolutionized the lives of blind people. It works best when apps are deliberately developed in […]
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We’re celebrating the 26th Anniversary of the ADA today. Watch (or search) our Facebook and Twitter feeds for updates! #ADA26MD
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