Neive Tierney, a landscape architect with a unique blend of ecological expertise and holistic wellness principles, recently took on a challenging project that beautifully showcases her innovative approach to garden design. Neive is known for creating spaces that support both local ecosystems and her…

Universal Studios’ Halloween Horror Nights is breaking new ground in accessibility with its “A Quiet Place” themed haunted house. For the first time, the attraction incorporates American Sign Language (ASL) to create an authentic experience that reflects the deaf community. This in…

This month’s ASAT feature comes to us from Shira Karpel, MEd, BCBA and Shayna Gaunt, MA, BCBA, How to ABA. To learn more about ASAT, please visit their website at www.asatonline.org. You can also sign up for ASAT’s free newsletter, Science in Autism Treatment, and like them on&nb…

Dancing Dreams is a nonprofit program that provides dance opportunities for children and teens with physical and medical challenges. The program began when pediatric physical therapist Joann Ferrara was inspired by a 4-year-old girl with Cerebral Palsy who wished to be a dancer. Moved by the girl…

In Shanghai, a unique event called “BassBath” is creating a rare but powerful space where deaf and hearing music lovers come together. Despite recent efforts in China to enhance inclusivity in education and daily life, nightlife and entertainment events tailored to deaf people remain scarce. The “Ba…

By Sarah Kupferschmidt, MA, BCBA. Reposted from the Different Roads Archives I am passionate about empowering children with special needs and their families with skills and knowledge that they can use to improve their quality of life. This is why I am super excited to be sharing tips and str…

Accessible British Vogue  Embracing Accessibility: British Vogue’s Audio and Braille Editions “Disability should feel personal to us all,” stated British Vogue’s former editor-in-chief Edward Enninful in his May 2023 issue editor’s letter. “Some 16 million people in the UK are Disabled, with m…

By Alicia Marshall, MAT, BCBA LBS The transition back to school and back to a new routine is always an exciting, yet bittersweet time for students and educators. Carefree summer days are in the past, and getting back into a structured daily routine can be an overwhelming process. However, new tea…

By Ashleigh Evans, MS, BCBA WH questions are essential building blocks of communication. Understanding and responding to questions about who, what, when, where, and why is vital for a child’s language development. BCBAs and educators commonly focus on teaching these pivotal skills for many reason…

Since 2021, Airbus engineers have collaborated with the French National Sports Agency to develop advanced equipment for disabled athletes. This effort, highlighted by commercials and billboards ahead of the Paralympic Games in Paris, focuses on high-tech sports prostheses and equipment. Despite thes…

This month’s ASAT feature comes to us from Shira Karpel, MEd, BCBA and Shayna Gaunt, MA, BCBA, How to ABA. To learn more about ASAT, please visit their website at www.asatonline.org. You can also sign up for ASAT’s free newsletter, Science in Autism Treatment, and like them on&nb…

By Nahoma Presberg, MS, BCBA, NYS-LBA It’s summertime! If you’re anything like me, you’re excited for a poolside lounge or trip to the beach, or you’re probably busy planning a family vacation or some time away from work. The buzz of summertime can be overwhelming. Remem…

Warner Bros. Studio Tour London has announced a year-long partnership with the charity Guide Dogs to improve accessibility for blind or visually impaired visitors. As part of this collaboration, the Studio Tour has sponsored three guide dog puppies named Harry, Ron, and Hermione, and will receive up…

Welcome to this challenging and enlightening crossword puzzle designed especially for enthusiasts and professionals in the field of assistive technology and accessibility. This puzzle will test your knowledge on a wide range of topics, from historical milestones and key figures in disability rights,…